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5th grade science simulations for Easel
PhET States of Matter Basics Activity Guide / Distance Learning
PhET States of Matter: Basics ACTIVITY GUIDE Now includes both printable PDF and Google Slides versions! The PhET: States of Matter Basics Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation on States of Matter. Students will examine the motion of atoms and molecules of various substances in their solid, liquid, and gas state. Your students will hit the ground running without the need for a lengthy introduction from you. Just print the activity guide or share from your G
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-3
, MS-PS1-1
Also included in: PhET Activity Guides Chemistry BUNDLE / Distance Learning
PhET Reactants, Products, and Leftovers Activity Guide / Distance Learning
Now includes both printable PDF and Google Slides versions!The PhET: Reactants, Products, and Leftovers Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation on Reactants, Products, and Leftovers. First, students will experiment with building sandwiches to see how the number of ingredients determines the number of sandwiches they can make. Then, students use the same concept to predict Reactants, Products, and Leftovers and to identify Limiting Reactants in chemical reactio
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 11th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-1
Also included in: PhET Activity Guides Chemistry BUNDLE / Distance Learning
PhET Build an Atom activity guide
Now includes both printable PDF and Google Slides versions!The PhET:Building an Atom Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation on Building an Atom. Students will experiment with adding protons, neutrons, and electrons to an atomic model to create atoms of different elements. Your students will hit the ground running without the need for a lengthy introduction from you. Just print the activity guide or share from your Google Drive. Students can watch the intro
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-1
Also included in: PhET Activity Guides Chemistry BUNDLE / Distance Learning
Earthquake Engineering STEM Challenge
Can you structure survive an earthquake?Students love completing this natural disaster STEM challenge! Students learn about what causes Earthquakes, as well as some current methods structural engineers are using to design earthquake resistant buildings.After learning about earthquakes students design, build, and test an earthquake proof structure using only the materials provided. In order to successfully complete this STEM challenge the structure must remain standing after going through an eart
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-ESS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
...
PhET Build a Molecule activity guide
Now in both printable PDF and Google Slides formats! The PhET: Build a Molecule Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation on Build a Molecule. Students will experiment with combining atoms of different elements to discover new molecules. Your students will hit the ground running without the need for a lengthy introduction from you. Just print the activity guide or share from your Google Drive. Students can watch the intro video and away they go. The best p
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-1
Also included in: PhET Activity Guides Chemistry BUNDLE / Distance Learning
PhET Projectile Motion activity guide
The PhET:Projectile Motion Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation on Projectile Motion. Students learn how the motion of a projectile is affected by changes in the initial height, initial speed, cannon angle, and other variables with or without the affects of wind resistance. This activity guide follows closely with the newest (HTML5) version of the PhET Projectile Motion simulation. Your students will hit the ground running without the need for a lengthy in
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS2-2
Also included in: PhET Activity Guide Physics Bundle
PhET Energy Skate Park Basics Activity Guide
The PhET: Energy Skate Park Basics Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation “Energy Skate Park Basics”. Students will discover the relationship between Kinetic Energy, Potential Energy, and Speed and how a skater’s motion is effected by changes in Mass and Friction. Then, students can apply what they have learned by designing their own track that will perform in a predictable way. The activity guide takes students through the 3 parts of the simulation: Intro,
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS3-2
, MS-PS3-3
, MS-PS3-1
Also included in: PhET Activity Guide Physics Bundle
PhET Energy Forms and Changes Activity Guide
The PhET: Energy Forms and Changes Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation “Energy Forms and Changes”. Students will discover the different forms of energy and how they can change from one form into another within a system, specifically:how energy will flow when objects are heated or cooledhow energy can change from one form of energy into anotherhow energy is conserved within a systemto predict how energy will change as it moves from one part of a system to a
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-PS3-2
, MS-PS3-3
, HS-PS3-3
Also included in: PhET Activity Guide Physics Bundle
PhET Balancing Chemical Equations Activity Guide
Now includes both printable PDF and Google Slides versions!The PhET: Balancing Chemical Equations Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation on Balancing Chemical Equations. First, students will view a short introductory video. Then, they will use the simulator to balance three basic chemical equations; Make Ammonia, Separate Water, and Combust Methane.Your students will hit the ground running without the need for a lengthy introduction from you. Just print the a
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-5
Also included in: PhET Activity Guides Chemistry BUNDLE / Distance Learning
Mystery Powders Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) NGSS Activity
In this forensic science activity for middle school students, students will identify unknown substances to solve a "crime." Unlike other forensics activities, this lab will not give your students nightmares! This activity is perfect for traditional classrooms, enrichment programs/camps, homeschool co-ops, and homeschool students. This is a great alternative to graphic or scary CSI activities. This lab is easy to set up with common materials you can easily find at your local grocery store. Teste
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 9th
NGSS:
5-PS1-4
, 5-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-2
PhET Isotopes and Atomic Mass Activity Guide / Distance Learning
Now includes both printable PDF and Google Slides versions!The PhET: Isotopes and Atomic Mass Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation “Isotopes and Atomic Mass”. Students learn how to construct Isotope models for basic elements by adding neutrons one at a time and observing how this effects Mass Number, Atomic Mass, and stability of the Isotope created. Students also learn the relationship between Relative Abundance of Isotopes in Nature and the Average Atomic
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-PS1-2
Also included in: PhET Activity Guides Chemistry BUNDLE / Distance Learning
Moon Phases: Phases of the Moon Activity with Viewing Wheel Distance Learning
This Phases of the Moon activity will help your students quickly and easily understand why we see the phases of the Moon as we do!***Completely Redesigned March 2020.***-Great for distance learning - students may complete the activity with little to no teacher assistance.-Activity is now a TpT Digital Activity. This allows you to post student instructions to your Google Classroom - saving you time and photocopying. (Worksheet and spinner still require photocopying/printing.)Step-by-step student
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Forensic Science Chromatography Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Fun Activity
Looking for fun end of the year activities, middle school teacher? Introduce your students to chemistry in forensics and how investigators use chemistry (chromatography) in forensics to solve crimes. You will definitely want to add this not-so-scary, hands-on experiment to your list of mock crime scene investigations (CSI) activities. Your upper elementary or middle school students will love this mock crime scene classroom activity! This activity was designed for my homeschool co-op, but it can
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 9th
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
Force and Motion: Bowling Scenario Task Cards
Do your students struggle to master the concepts of force and motion? These bowling ball scenario task cards are sure to increase student mastery. In the 13 page unit with fun characters and scenario cards, students will practice critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication. The scenario based task cards work best when students are given plenty of time to test their theories using some basic supplies as models of a bowling alley. This product meets the NC Essential Standard
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Grades:
5th - 7th
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PhET: Circuit Construction Kit DC Activity Guide
The PhET: Circuit Construction Kit DC Activity Guide is used along with the free *Next Generation PhET Simulation “Circuit Construction Kit DC”. Students will discover the nature of direct current by building electrical circuits with batteries, wires, switches, bulbs, resistors, fuses, and other electrical components. In particular, students will learn about:simple circuitsopen and closed circuitsinsulators and conductorsmeasuring voltage and current with instruments (voltmeter and ammeter)the m
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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PhET: Balancing Act Activity Guide / Distance Learning
The PhET: Balancing Act activity is used along with the free next generation *PhET Simulation Balancing Act. Students learn the relationship between balance, torque, and rotational equilibrium as they use proportional reasoning to balance objects on a lever arm; but it’s way more fun than it sounds! Your students will hit the ground running without the need for a lengthy introduction from you. Just print the activity guide or share from your Google Drive. Students can follow the link to the free
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS2-2
Also included in: PhET Activity Guide Physics Bundle
5 E's Unit Plan - Electricity - It's Elementary
This 16 page unit plan based on national science standards is a a fully integrated STEM Unit with a focus on inspiring upper elementary students to consider careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. It engages students in real-world inquiry based simulations that challenge them to build a variety of complete circuits as they take on various roles in a Christmas Tree Lights factory. This unit is developed around the 5 E's lesson plan model: engagement, exploration, explanation, elab
Grades:
4th - 6th
Types:
Acids and Bases Activity Antacid Effectiveness Hands-On Lab Investigation
Which antacid is the best at relieving indigestion? Students will test 4 antacids to find out. Make learning about acids and bases relevant and fun with this antacid lab which tests which antacid works the best at neutralizing acids. Students will learn about indigestion, stomach acid, and why antacids relieve the discomfort of indigestion. Students LOVE learning about acids and bases with this EASY, FUN experiment. Students will learn about acids and bases, pH, stomach acid, and antacids while
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-3
Animal Adaptations - Interactive Camouflage Learning Experience (STEAM)
Start your Life Science unit with an easy check for understanding activity. Then wrap up your unit with an activity that will have your students using actively engaged with a habitat simulation. Students will investigate animal adaptations and camouflage. Students will help an octopus survive being “eaten” by its predator, a hungry sea otter. A simple simulation will be used to demonstrate how animals that blend into their environment are better suited to survive a predator on the hunt. The si
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
1-LS1-1
, 4-LS1-1
, K-ESS3-1
, 1-LS1-2
, 5-LS2-1
...
Also included in: Ocean Theme Bundle for STEAM Learning
Quick Lab-Modeling Predator/Prey Interactions
This lab is cheap and easy to complete in 45-50 min. It is a hands-on way to model predator/prey interactions and explores the basic question of how a population can change in response to their environment and interactions with other organisms. Could easily be adjusted to discuss and demonstrate evolution over time.
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Bald Eagle Symbol of America Scavenger Hunt with Easel Option
Do you need an activity to expand your students understanding of the Bald Eagle, how it became a symbol of America as well as interesting information about it? If so, this 12-card Bald Eagle Scavenger Hunt can help your students do that. While completing the hunt, students will learn why it was chosen as the national bird of the United States, what object Benjamin Franklin had to it becoming a national symbol, characteristics of the Bald Eagle, and more.Hide the cards in your classroom and watch
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: Symbols of America Scavenger Hunts BUNDLE 6 Hunts with Easel Options
The Peppered Moth Interactive Activity
Perfect for both in class and distance learning!Students will use the following website (http://peppermoths.weebly.com/) to read about the changes the peppered moth species went through over time and the experiment conducted by Dr. Kettlewell to determine that natural selection was occurring. They will answer both multiple choice and short answer questions as they complete the activity. They will also complete a simulation that illustrates how adaptations allowed the peppered moth to better su
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
Convection Currents Graphic Organizers
My students have struggled with the concept of convection currents. This is a simple graphic organizer I created to help them. On it is included a video demonstration by another science teacher and a simulation to show the movement of molecules.
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 12th
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