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7th grade science webquest pdfs
Kinetic and Potential Energy Webquest Activity
Put learning into your students' hands with this KINETIC AND POTENTIAL ENERGY WebQuest Activity! Just PRINT and GO....that's it! This highly engaging activity allows your students to research, manipulate, illustrate, explore and assess themselves as they create their own understanding of Mechanical Energy. Need a digital option? No problem! I am including a digital version of this activity. Please note: the digital version is delivered as a link to a Google Slides document that you can assign y
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6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-PS3-1
Biomes Webquest
For this biomes webquest, students will use the following website, students explore the 6 main land biomes and two water biomes:http://kids.nceas.ucsb.edu/biomes/index.htmlEach biome has a standalone worksheet that can be combined into a review booklet or used individually. Great as an emergency sub plan too! The reading level on this site is most appropriate for middle grades or higher. Please download the preview file for a closer look at the contents of this resource!Uses for this product:E
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Also included in: Ecosystems - FULL UNIT
Planets of the Solar System - Webquest with Answer Key
Planets of the Solar System - Webquest with Answer Key - 12 page webquest with answer key that covers planets of the solar system based on: atmosphere, surface, temperature, etc. This is an excellent activity to have your students use technology in the classroom when learning about the planets of our solar system. It will engage and excite them!
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4th - 9th
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Emergency Sub Plans: Darwin, Natural Selection, & Evolution Webquest
Looking for an extension activity for your evolution unit? Do you need a straightforward activity that students can complete without too much teacher assistance? This webquest is the perfect resource for you! In this Darwin, Natural Selection, & Evolution webquest, students will explore Darwin's voyage using a Khan Academy article. Questions are related to the reading to ensure comprehension and deeper thinking. Who is this resource for?This resource can be used by classroom teachers, tutor
Grades:
6th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-6
Also included in: Evolution - FULL UNIT
Global Warming Climate Change Webquest Activity with Google Docs
Time-consuming, thorough, and curated specifically to target the essential understandings of NGSS MS-ESS3-5: Ask questions to clarify evidence of the factors that have caused the rise in global temperatures over the past century. Includes both PRINT and digital GOOGLE DOCS versions! ⭐Get this activity at a steep discount in our Complete Climate Change Unit!This webquest takes students step-by-step through accessing two NASA websites (one current, one archived version). As they read each webpa
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Grades:
7th - 10th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, HS-ESS3-5
Synthetic Materials Natural Resources Activity Lesson UNIT and Impact on Society
SAVE 30% OFF LIST PRICES! This bundle was specifically designed to TEACH and ASSESS NGSS MS-PS1-3: Gather and make sense of information to describe that synthetic materials come from natural resources and impact society. All of the work has been done for you - from start to finish! Bundle Includes the Following Lessons:Synthetic & Natural Materials Impact on Society READING & ANALYSISSynthetic & Natural Materials Introductory WEBQUESTSynthetic Products from Natural Materials WORK
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7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-3
Emergency Sub Plans: Meiosis Webquest
With this meiosis webquest, students will be guided through an introduction or review of meiosis They'll use one website to read about meiosis with a focus on the cell's activities in the various phases. Then, they will watch an Amoeba Sisters video to learn the purposes of meiosis as well as some differences between meiosis and mitosis.Who is this resource for?This resource can be used by classroom teachers, tutors, and parents of students in grades 6-9. It comprehensively covers the topics me
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Grades:
6th - 10th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-4
, HS-LS3-2
Also included in: Mitosis & Meiosis - FULL UNIT
Competition in Ecosystems
This activity is aligned with science TEKS 8.11A. This is a great way to have your students observe interactions in different ecosystems. Students will investigate how organisms in an ecosystem depend on and may compete for biotic or abiotic factors. Please make sure you have access to YouTube in your classroom. I have linked the clips that are associated with this activity on the student pages.*****This now includes a link to add the digital version of this activity as a Google Form*****Click t
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Science Mega Bundle - Middle School Science Resources
Human Body Systems Heart and Circulatory System Activity Webquest
GOOGLE DOCS AND PRINT VERSION INCLUDED! This circulatory system worksheet covers the basics of how the heart brings oxygen and nutrients to all cells in the body. The worksheet provides a structured format for students to get the most from the articles, videos, and quizzes provided by www.KidsHealth.org.This WebQuest has Several Sections:Part A – Review the main purpose of the heart and its physical structure.Part B – Watch a brief video to understand how the heart and lungs work together to b
Grades:
7th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
Also included in: Circulatory System Reading and Activity Bundle
Ecological Relationships DIGITAL WebQuest (Predation, Competition, & Symbiosis)
This engaging WebQuest can be completed individually, with partners, or in groups. The purpose of this WebQuest is for students to learn about the different types of relationships that exist between different organisms in the same ecosystem.Some topics in this WebQuest:*Predation*Competition*Interspecific*Intraspecific*Symbiosis*Mutualism*Commensalism*ParasitismThis activity guides students through exploring information and videos through the use of embedded links. As a final task, students are
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-1
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Kim R.
Explore Weathering and Erosion with a Google Maps Virtual Field Trip
All links verified working Feb 2024Click around this Google Maps Street View field trip to explore locations that showcase the process of weathering and erosion! This activity provides you with a link-embedded reading passage / response sheet to distribute to students. The reading gives students information about each of the following processes of weathering: mechanical (wind, moving water, glacial, ocean waves, ice wedging, organic weathering) and chemical (oxidation, carbonation, organic).Ther
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4th - 12th
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Earth's Layers Activity Earth's Interior Webquest with Google Docs Version
GOOGLE DOCS and PRINT VERSION INCLUDED! This Earth's layers activity is a self-guided lesson that covers the crust, mantle, and core. The worksheet provides a structured format for students to get the most out of several different websites and online images.In this activity, students will:Label a diagram of Earth's layersUnderstand the differences between oceanic and continental crustLearn about lithospheric tectonic plates and the asthenosphereGet an introduction to plate boundary typesInterpr
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
The Science of Christmas WebQuest
This engaging webquest can be completed individually, with partners, or in groups. The purpose of this webquest is for students to learn about science that can explain Christmas phenomena. They will investigate how Santa fitting through small spaces can be explained by characteristics of a giant octopus, what is special about reindeer noses and bioluminescence, the history of Christmas lights, and more! Students will love studying science with Christmas as the topic.This activity guides stude
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: WebQuest GROWING Bundle
Human Body Systems Digestive System Activity Webquest with Google Doc Version
GOOGLE DOCS AND PRINT VERSION INCLUDED! This digestive system worksheet covers the basics of the digestive system. The worksheet provides a structured format for students to get the most from the articles, videos, and quizzes provided by www.KidsHealth.org.This WebQuest has Several Sections:Part A – Match the digestive system organ to its function.Part B – Watch the brief animated movie to learn about digestion and absorption.Part C – Study the organs that secrete digestive enzymes.Part D – Take
Grades:
7th - 10th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
Also included in: Digestive System Reading and Activity Bundle
Virtual Density Lab
Students use PhET Sim to explore density in an inquiry based lab. Check out the Sim here:: http://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/density/latest/density_en.html?fbclid=IwAR09bUeRxx_DckEweccfg2_1DozdustsrS4RJYOtwDkaHwiyJ6RDzLTofPIThis lab first walks students through finding volume through water displacement. Then students explore densities of different materials with the same mass but different volume, same volume but different mass, and then same density but different masses and volumes. Finally
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-1
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-ESS2-5
Also included in: Weather Activity Bundle
Endocrine System Webquest Human Body Systems Activity
This webquest makes learning about the parts of the endocrine system easy and engaging! Students will access subject matter and student appropriate digital resources, including a fun animated video, and complete six worksheets with fill-in-the blank and free response questions. This webquest helps organize what students learn from the digital resources and ensures they maximize the educational value of them. This resource works great as an introduction to the endocrine system, as a sub-plan, or
Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
, HS-LS1-2
Also included in: Human Body Systems Webquest Activity Value Bundle | 11 Webquests 50% off
Black Hole - Webquest and Answer Key (NASA Website: What is a Black Hole?)
Black Hole - Webquest and Answer Key (NASA Website: What is a Black Hole?) - 6 page webquest with answer key on the science and details behind black holes. Includes 16 questions from NASA website on "What is a Black Hole?". Your students will be engaged and excited to use technology in the classroom while learning about the exciting facts of a Black Hole. Would work great as a part of a space or solar system unit of study!
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4th - 9th
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Integumentary System Webquest | Skin Hair Nails Human Body Systems Activity
This webquest makes learning about the parts of the integumentary system and skin, hair, and nails easy and engaging! Students will access subject matter and student appropriate digital resources, including a fun animated video, and complete nine worksheets with fill-in-the blank and free response questions. This resource works great as an introduction to the integumentary system, as a sub-plan, or as a reinforcement activity. A bonus creative letter writing extension activity is included that e
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
, HS-LS1-2
Also included in: Human Body Systems Webquest Activity Value Bundle | 11 Webquests 50% off
Simple Machines Activity Webquest with Google Doc Version
GOOGLE DOCS AND PRINT VERSION INCLUDED! This simple machines worksheet provides a structured format for students to explore several online simple machines resources. It introduces the topic through a brief video, then has students practice identifying simples machines in a variety of formats. It also includes a fun hands-on activity that can be done at home or at school.This WebQuest has Several Sections:Part A –Watch a video introducing the physics concept of work and simple machines. Studen
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5th - 8th
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CCSS:
Also included in: Simple Machines Activity and Readings Articles WebQuest BUNDLE
Ocean Zones Virtual Field Trip
With over 35+ pages, learn about the zones and layers of the oceans in this biology and oceanography virtual field trip "Ocean Zones Virtual Field Trip." Explore in 360 with virtual ocean tours, videos, and question and activity pages to accompany learning. Perfect for upper elementary, middle, and even high school students!Take a Virtual Field Trip:Watch a video to summarize the ocean zones/layersExplore each ocean level through a virtual dive to the ocean floorSwim the Great Barrier Reef wit
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4th - 12th
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Human Body Systems Respiratory System Activity Webquest with Google Docs
GOOGLE DOCS AND PRINT VERSION INCLUDED! This respiratory system worksheet covers the basics of lung parts, lung health, and breathing activities. The worksheet provides a structured format for students to get the most from the articles, videos, and quizzes provided by www.KidsHealth.org and a few other websites.You may also be interested in our Respiratory System BUNDLE! This WebQuest has Several Sections:Part A – Watch a video to take a journey through the parts of the respiratory system.Part B
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
Also included in: Respiratory System Reading and Activity Bundle
Seven Natural Wonders of the World Virtual Field Trip (Google Earth)
Take your students on a virtual field trip to the 7 Natural Wonders of the World! Students will use Google Earth™ and multiple print and digital sources to quickly draw information to answer questions pertaining to the different geographic locations.Students will complete this activity digitally using Google Slides, but a print version is also included. A link to access the field trip is included in the PDF download. This activity is low prep to save time!Students will learn about and virtually
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Grades:
5th - 7th
Natural Disasters Webquest
This is a great one day activity to explore natural disasters before delving into topics in geology or earth science such as plate tectonics, volcanoes and earthquakes, or severe weather. The webquest works great for distance learning too, and has been update for use with the TPT digital tool.As students complete the webquest, they will think about the essential question "What makes one location more or less dangerous to live at than other locations?"Areas within the webquest include:Which coun
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Six Science Webquests Bundle
Uneven Distribution of Natural Resources Activity Webquest MS-ESS3-1
Includes both PRINT and digital GOOGLE SLIDES VERSIONS! This 5-part webquest focuses on natural resources and human impact - each section with its own website to explore. This activity is much more interesting and engaging than typical "fill in the blank" activities. Supports NGSS MS-ESS3-1. ⭐ Find this activity in our DISTRIBUTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES UNIT! Overall, the webquest addresses 3 major topics:What are different natural resources used for?Where in the world are different natural re
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Grades:
7th - 10th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-1
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