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Earth Day Common Core RST.6-8.1 resources
World Without Fish by Mark Kurlansky Marine Science Earth Day Lesson
World Without Fish by Mark Kurlansky Marine Science Earth Day Lesson is one of the most popular middle school science books that brings awareness to overfishing, biodiversity and ecosystems, toxins in food chains, human ocean pollution, evolution, adaptation, and extinction of the species. Concepts covered: The theory of natural selectionBiologically and commercially extinct fishBiodiversity & ecosystemOver-fishingHuman ocean pollution Effects of toxins in food chainOcean salinity and temper
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6th - 9th
Human Impact on Environment Activity
Teach students about pollution and how humans impact the ocean using this print and digital activity. Students will learn about the effects plastics have on our ocean water and devise a plan to solve the problem. This lesson focuses on Midway Island off of Hawaii and includes print and digital materials. This human impact on the environment activity is perfect for Earth Day and is included in my April Science Activities pack. Check it out here. Students will: Learn of the effect plastics have on
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4th - 6th
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5-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-3
Human Impact Lesson on Plastic Pollution
Teach students about the human impact on the environment with this plastic pollution activity. This lesson will teach students the importance of plastic conservation and how to protect our lands and oceans from pollution. This lesson is perfect for Earth Day or to fulfill your human impact on the environment NGSS standards. Check out other great activities for teaching science activities in April here. Students will: Learn how our reliance on single-use plastic bags is destroying the environment
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4th - 6th
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5-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-3
Graphing Activity: Historic CO2 Levels (Paleoclimate)
A great activity for Earth Day in the middle school, or for teaching climate change in an Earth Science class!----------------------------------------------------Middle school students often know that CO2 levels on earth are rising, and that there is a lot of concern about how the climate will change as a result of this increase.However, most students are not aware of the historic and cyclical changes of CO2 here on Earth that affect history climates, often referred to a Paleoclimate.-----------
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6th - 9th
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Tracking Trash Flotsam Jetsam and Science of Ocean Motion Lesson
Tracking Trash Flotsam, Jetsam and Science of Ocean Motion by Loree Griffin Burns Lesson is perfect for teaching about plastic pollution, coriolis effect, ocean currents, the garbage patch, and ocean science. This captivating earth science non-fiction will engage students from grades 6 and up. This file comes in Pdf and Nearpod Format. Nearpod Teacher Access is included on the last page of the file. Nearpod Lesson can be shared on any internet device. Google Classroom Ready. This lesson includes
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6th - 9th
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Earth Day or Christmas Ugly Sweater - Endangered Animals with Reading Passages
Celebrate Earth Day or Christmas with this FUN, NO PREP endangered species activity! Your students will LOVE this Earth Day or Christmas Ugly Sweater for Endangered Animals. This resource includes 30 nonfiction reading comprehension passages and ugly sweater templates (what...? endangered animals wearing sweaters?!...how fun and adorable!) This is a conservation meets fashion activity!What Will Students DO?Read a 2-page, high-interest, nonfiction reading comprehension passage about an endangered
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Christmas Activities for Science - Middle School LOW PREP & Last Minute
Conserving Land and Soil Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This is a power point lesson on conserving the soil. This lesson goes over how we use the land in regards to agriculture, development, and mining.
It also shows how current practices can be harmful to soil and how it is a very precious resource.
The power point includes terms such as:
conservation
erosion
nutrient depletion
desertification
top soil
subsoil
land reclamation
Both the presentation and the work page documents can be found in the zip file. It has an answer key found on the last p
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4th - 9th, Higher Education
CER Climate Change Scientific Argument Debate Project 2-Pack Middle School
Empower your students to explore the profound impacts of climate change in our world with our Climate Change Scientific Argumentation CER & Debate 2-Pack!This comprehensive resource meticulously is designed to support science and ELA educators in nurturing informed, engaged, and proactive contributors to a sustainable future.This 2-pack equips you with prompts to investigate, evaluate and debate claims about:How human activities have influenced climate changeDeforestation's contribution to c
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5th - 8th
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MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Ocean Acidification Reading Comprehension - Print and Digital Resources
This reading comprehension passage teachers about the causes of ocean acidification and its effects. Printable and google slides version! Included are five reading comprehension questions and 10 multiple choice to assess understanding of this complex topic. This assignment is geared towards upper middle and high school level Earth Science classes.Answer Key Included!What's Included:Two Page Reading PassageFive reading comprehension questions.10 Multiple Choice QuestionsAnswer Key with sample stu
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7th - 10th
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MS-ESS3-3
Environmental Science Species and Population Lesson
This PowerPoint goes over some basic definitions of ecosystems, species, populations, and habitat. This makes for a great science and conservation lesson. I usually would suit this one for grades 3rd through 8th. This lesson is designed to get the student thinking about their personal environment.
The terms discussed in this presentation:
habitats
biotic factors
abiotic factors
species
population
communities
ecosystem
Both the presentation and the work page can be found within the zip file. Th
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3rd - 9th, Higher Education
Renewable Energy CER Tooklit Debate Project 2-Pack Middle School Power Plants
Empower Your Classroom with our Renewable Energy Solutions Scientific Argumentation CER & Debate 2-Pack!This comprehensive and engaging resource is designed for science and ELA teachers looking for tools to help middle school students understand the advantages and disadvantages of different types of energy sources and power plants. This 2-pack offers a range of prompts for students to research and evaluate claims about the following energy sources and power plants:BiofuelsWind powerNuclear
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5th - 8th
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MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Plastic Pollution CER Toolkit Debate Project 2-Pack Middle Earth Month PFAS
Join the fight against plastic pollution and ignite awareness in your middle school students with our Plastic Pollution Scientific Argumentation CER & Debate 2-Pack, perfectly aligned with Earth Day 2024's theme, Planet vs. Plastics!This comprehensive resource is designed to engage and empower students to better understand critical issues surrounding plastic pollution, including:The environmental impact of plastic bagsThe presence of PFAS 'forever plastics' in our worldThe Great Pacific Garb
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6th - 9th
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MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Renewable and Non Renewable Energy Types and Resources NGSS Lesson
Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy NGSS NO Prep Lesson perfect for teaching about fossil fuel, green house effect, geothermal, hydro, biomass, solar and wind power | Printable & Nearpod Lesson formatsThis lesson includes: Identifying Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Fossil Fuel origin and affect on the environment Greenhouse effect SolarWindGeothermalHydro-power, and Biomass Assessment: Multiple choice test & Term-Definition Match-Up (+ answer key) Teacher Nearpod Access - perfect
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4th - 7th
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Writing Module #1 | Write a Problem-Solution Argument | Recycling | Grades 7-12
Your 7th to 12th graders got this! Got what? A final product they'll create in no time with step-by-step guidance and be so proud of: A Problem-Solution Argument Essay about "The Recycling Problem," perfect for this age group. STUDENTS READ AUTHENTIC SOURCES ABOUT THE PROBLEM WITH RECYCLINGStudents read and critically think about a very important, current, relevant issue people all over the world are grappling with right now - the problem with recycling (plastics mainly) and different ways of so
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Writing Modules | Grades 7-12 Growing Bundle | Write in Every Genre
The Greenhouse Effect Workbook, Worksheets & Activities | A Comprehensive Lesson
What is the greenhouse effect? How does it occur naturally? How does an increase in greenhouse gases cause climate change? This lesson will help students understand the greenhouse effect and their place in the world around them.This interactive lesson will help students learn about the greenhouse effect and their importance.Students will have the opportunity to think for themselves and critically analyze our world creatively.What's Included:Word Search ActivityFact SheetReading Comprehension Act
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4th - 6th
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5-ESS3-1
Earth Day Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions - PDF
Are you searching for an Earth Day reading comprehension passage and questions that are accessible to all your students? This Earth Day Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions resource is differentiated and scaffolded to provide access to all students.This Earth Day resource includes: Differentiated & scaffolded text about Earth Day and human impact on the environmentText-dependent questions that promote critical thinkingA writing activityAn answer key for easy grading/formative assessme
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7th - 10th
Earth Day Activities ~ Reading Comprehension Worksheets ~ Word Search
Earth Day Activities ~ Reading Comprehension Worksheets ~ Word Search. These quick and easy informational text worksheets allow you to effectively teach your students about Earth Day. This science-based resource is great as an introductory lesson, review, homework and as sub plans.Includes:Earth Day reading comprehension nonfiction text with reading comprehension questions Earth Day word search puzzleTeacher answer pagesNo bells or whistles. Just a practical resource to make your job easier. Tag
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2nd - 7th, Adult Education
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Natural Succession: Nature Bounces Back Lesson
This is a nineteen slide Microsoft power point presentation. It covers what happens to nature during a disaster such as a wildfire and how efficient nature is to bounce back. It covers the Yellowstone fire of 1988 (secondary succession) and the formation of a volcanic island (primary succession).
The terms that are included in this presentation:
adaptation
natural succession
secondary succession
primary succession
pioneer species
Both the presentation and the work page file can be found withi
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4th - 9th, Higher Education
Continental Drift Theory- PowerPoint Lesson (NO-PREP) in English
Continental Drift Theory PowerPoint Lesson includes the background and primary evidence Alfred Wegener used to formulate his Theory of Continental Drift and how this theory was received by other scientists of the time. *Includes two Knowledge Assessment questions embedded in the presentation.*All material is editable. *FREE student notes worksheet "Continental Drift Notes Worksheet (English)" available for download in my store to accompany this lesson.Terms of Use (TOU):- Purchase of the product
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4th - 9th
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MS-ESS2-3
Save our Oceans - Earth Day Flyer Lesson/Activity
Looking for an Earth Day activity? This is a lesson and/or activity where you can have your students create a flyer to spread awareness about plastic consumption and how it effects our planet.These Google Slides include: A mini lesson overviewStudent flyer template with directionsTeacher example that you can edit to show more/less examplesGrading rubric for the flyer
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4th - 12th
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Earth Day 2024, FREE Boggle Activity , Environmental Science, Biology, Puzzles
✋️Hey teacher stop the scroll, Celebrate Earth Day on April 22, 2024, with our time-saving wordplay boggle activity. Do you want to find a fun and engaging way to incorporate Earth Day into your environmental science, biology, or Earth science curriculum?Look no further than this boggle activity! It's not only a fun way to learn, but it can also be used as a standalone activity, filler, or mindfulness break. With Earth Day fast approaching on April 22, 2024, there's no better time to celebrate a
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6th - 12th
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HS-LS2-7
, HS-LS2-5
, HS-ESS2-7
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-6
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Mystery Planetary Probe: Make a Claim & Synthesize Evidence from Two Sources
Our understanding of the Solar System has depended on mathematics and naked-eye observations for thousands of years. Only in the past hundreds of years have telescopes become a commonly used tool for observing the sky. Within the last hundred years, satellites and other probes have become increasingly common. Probes have the ability to visit other planets and their moons, as well as comets and asteroids. In this activity, students read a probe’s description of a planetary object, then identify t
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4th - 8th
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MS-ESS1-3
NASA Climate Change Website Scavenger Hunt
This worksheet is for students to learn about Climate Change. The website is posted. Then, students can go through the website and fill out this "scavenger hunt." The goal is to help our students learn more about the cause and effects of climate change, while also keeping them accountable on their devices.
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3rd - 8th
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MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-3
Cookie Tectonics Data Worksheet
Students will be able to learn the motion of the plate boundaries and the landforms produced by manipulating the ingredients in this investigation.
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4th - 12th
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