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Common Core RST.6-8.1 resources for Easel Assessments
Introduction to Weather Learning Activities
This zip file contains many different activities (72 pages of student handouts which includes worksheets, quizzes, two labs and cloze notes handouts. as well as a PowerPoint with a total of 96 slides) which can be used to introduce students to basic concepts about weather. While these lessons were originally designed to correlate to the performance indicators of the New York State Intermediate Science curriculum, the components of this lesson may be easily used in other physical science or bas
Grades:
5th - 9th
CCSS:
PhEt Law of Conservation of Energy Skate park BASIC webquest
This is a great webquest activity for introducing the law of conservation of energy.Phet.edu is a great source of simulations for all fields of math and science. For this sim you will go to Energy Skate Park BASIC.You should spend some time playing around with the site before using it. You must also make sure your school's firewall will allow you to use HTML5 or Java applets. PHET.EDU MAY NOT WORK ON iPad!!! Please check with your IT department or run Phet.edu BEFORE purchasing this file!!! You
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-PS2-4
, HS-PS2-2
, MS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
, MS-PS2-5
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Rocks and Minerals Identification Lab Activity for Earth Science Unit
Engage your students in the intriguing world of geology with Rocks and Minerals Identification Lab Activity, designed to deepen their understanding of mineral properties and identification. Through hands-on experimentation, students explore a variety of mineral characteristics, including hardness according to the Mohs scale, streak, cleavage, magnetism, luster, electrical conductivity, and more. With the aid of a comprehensive key, students embark on a journey to identify 12 mystery minerals, ho
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-6
, MS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS3-1
...
Also included in: Earth Science Activities and Lesson Plans Bundle
Skittle Radiometric Decay Half-life Lab
Did you know you can use Skittles candy to demonstrate absolute dating and radiometric decay! Buy a 1-4 lb bag at your local bulk warehouse store for savings. This lab is a great way to show how isotopes decay by shaking a plate full of random skittles. Students use Skittles to observe "Isotopes" decay over each half life. At the end of the lab (and only IF they have done all their work) they can enjoy their "daughter products". Skittles were used because they are durable, hypoallergenic, and th
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
HS-PS1-8
, HS-PS1-1
, HS-PS1-4
, HS-PS1-6
, MS-PS1-4
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Air Masses & Weather Fronts Lesson - Middle School Reading Comprehension
Foster a deep understanding of the relationships between air masses, air pressure, weather fronts, and the captivating tapestry of weather patterns they weave with this weather and climate reading passage. Ignite curiosity and cultivate weather literacy through engaging content that equips learners with knowledge extending far beyond the classroom. Watch the preview video here.☞ ☞Please view this product on my website for more complete information.☜ ☜Air Masses and Weather Fronts is a no-prep le
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-5
Also included in: Air Masses & Weather Fronts Bundle - Lesson Plus Digital Resource
Science Weekly Bell Ringers: Earth History & Geologic Time Scale
These 4 daily bell ringers can be used as warmups, exit-tickets, and inserts for interactive notebooks. They are formatted to fit within a single sheet of paper (front and back) to be used as quick printables, but each warmup is contained in a separate box for easy cut-outs. This week-long set focuses on Earth History & Geologic Time Scale.These bell ringers are designed to quickly get students on task, stimulate class discussions to help lead into your lesson, and help practice content lite
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
Also included in: Science Weekly Bell Ringers: Full Year Super Bundle
Circulatory System & Blood Typing Lab (no blood required!)
If you are teaching your students about the circulatory system, this is a great unit for you!This blood type lab is safe to use in all schools, because it uses colored water instead of blood. This way you do not have to deal with blood and lances like traditional medical lessons. You can easily make plenty of colored water to test, and the setup is easy to do. I recommend you have a beach towel ready to clean up any spills. Make sure students wipe down their desk after the lab. This also includ
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-7
, HS-LS1-5
, MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Adaptations for Reproduction and Development Learning Activities (Middle School)
The Adaptations for Reproduction and Development Learning Activities for Middle School Science introduces students to basic concepts involving the following topics included in NGSS MS-LS1-4:Comparing Asexual and Sexual ReproductionA Brief Review of Genetics and VariationComparing Internal/External Fertilization and DevelopmentAnimal Behaviors Enhancing Reproductive SuccessPlant Adaptations for Reproduction and DevelopmentMethods of Seed DispersalThe contents of the package include a reading and
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-4
Create - a - Creature Genetics Unit
This whole unit covers the basics of genetics! It includes the Create a Creature lab, home genetic test, Punnet Squares, webquest, and final test!You can also extract DNA from dried peas; practice reading DNA and RNA; explore genetic disorders through the Human Genome Project webquest; and explore pedigree charts! You will have to create your own shell and tail pieces this. The original artist has gone on to draw a Google doodle ! You can also have the students design their own shell / tails. Th
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
HS-LS3-3
, HS-LS3-1
, MS-LS4-3
, MS-LS4-1
, HS-LS4-2
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Earthquake Building Lab w Flat Rate Boxes
This lab uses FREE small USPS flat rate boxes to model buildings in a earthquake zone. You can pick them up for FREE from your local post office, or have them delivered in bulk to your school. Challenge your students to produce buildings that would withstand more earthquake forces. You can also have your students use TinkerCAD to model their home. Your students then modify their building to withstand a greater magnitude earthquake. You can expand this into a building project like the toothpick b
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ESS2-1
, HS-LS2-3
, HS-LS2-7
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Balancing Chemical Equations Manipulative Lab
If you are starting your students on chemistry, this is a great activity to teach balancing equations. It shows how matter is conserved, and is balanced on both sides of the equation. This can be done with poker chips, math manipulative, or other tools you have in house. I used some squares of construction paper for this. This lab demonstrates the Law of Conservation of Mass. The amount of atoms (math tiles or construction paper) that you start with equals the amount that you end with. You can a
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
HS-PS1-8
, MS-ESS3-1
, HS-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-2
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Skin slides, worksheets, comprehension, lesson, craft 7th grade science
Teach, apply and learn! A minimal preparation unit to teach Grade 5,6,7 and 8 learners about the skin, hair and nails. Students engage with the fun, colorful learning activities. Teachers, take a breath, the work has been done for you.1. A Power Point to introduce the structure and functions of the parts 2. Worksheets to label and describe the structures and functions of the parts of the skin and nail. 3. To apply the knowledge there is a comprehension: Acne and how to treat it. 4. To revi
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
3D Printable DNA / RNA Manipulative Lab
This is a 3D printable activities based upon the 3D printable DNA/RNA manipulative. The tiles can be found found online at https://www.printables.com/model/80856-dna-rna-manipulative-display-set-v2 or you can download the whole package along with other 3D printing files HERE. The files for each tile are free to download and 3D print! The print list is included in the intro pages. If your school has access to a 3D printer, you can easily 3D print a set of durable manipulative tiles to help you
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
HS-LS3-3
, HS-LS3-1
, MS-LS4-3
, HS-LS4-2
, HS-LS4-1
...
Also included in: TinkerCAD 3D Printing Lesson Bundle
TinkerCAD Controls Overview Presentation w Audio
This presentation is ready to help you and your class understand the basics of TinkerCAD. This presentation shows how to resize objects, flip, array (duplicate), and align. This presentation aligns with the TinkerCAD cheat sheets that I sell in my store. Show this presentation for professional development, keep as a reference, or have your students follow along. This includes an audio description on all slides to help you follow along. If you want to get deeper into STEM, you can use TInkerCAD t
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
...
Also included in: TinkerCAD 3D Printing Lesson Bundle
Elenco Snap Circuit Semester Series
One year I was given the challenge of using snap circuits to teach science. This was designed for home school students that attend a weekly options support program. This expands upon the instructions in the original kit, and also provides web quest through PhEt that expand upon ideas not covered. This lab is aligned to the master book that comes with the kits. This matches the current SC-500R kit offered by Elenco, however I was using an older kit version. Some project numbers may not match. Ple
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, HS-PS3-4
, HS-PS3-2
, MS-PS3-2
, HS-PS3-1
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Digestive system worksheets, diagrams, test 7th grade science Digital activity
Engage, apply, Test ! An active, independent learning unit that teaches Grade 5,6,7 and 8 learners about the digestive system. The colorful, easy to use activities allow student to discover that they can succeed - at their own pace. Complete them as a class on the white board, in pairs or on individual devices. As a teacher, this digital resource requires no preparation - just assign to each student - it works well with Google classroom. Individual progress can be tracked from your computer
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
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