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2nd grade science independent work packets for Easel
Growth and Changes in Animals Workbook (Grade 2 Ontario Science)
This workbook covers the Grade 2 Growth and Changes in Animals unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Life Systems).In this workbook, students will gain an understanding that animals grow and change and have distinct characteristics. Topics include parts of an animal, animal adaptations, locomotion, habitats, impacts of animals on humans and impacts of humans on animals!Interactive, hands-on activities are explained, with follow-up worksheets included. There is a variety of readings, l
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2nd
NGSS:
2-LS4-1
Also included in: Grade 2 Science Workbooks (NEW 2022 Ontario Curriculum)
Simple Machines and Movement Workbook (Grade 2 Ontario Science)
This workbook covers the Grade 2 Simple Machines and Movement unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Structures and Mechanisms).In this workbook, students will demonstrate an understanding of movement and ways in which simple machines help to move objects. Topics include types of movement, kinetic and potential energy, push/pull, and the six simple machines (pulley, wedge, lever, inclined plane, screw, and wheel and axle). Students are given the challenge to design their own machines t
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2nd
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Also included in: Grade 2 Science Workbooks (NEW 2022 Ontario Curriculum)
Air and Water in the Environment Workbook (Grade 2 Ontario Science)
This workbook covers the Grade 2 Air and Water in the Environment unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Earth and Space Systems).In this workbook, students will learn about how air and water are connected to all living things on Earth. The topics covered in this resource include air, water, air quality, water quality, the water cycle, sources of water, personal water usage, water sources around the world, access to drinkable water in Indigenous communities, and more!Interactive, hands
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Grades:
2nd
NGSS:
2-ESS2-3
, 2-ESS2-1
, 2-ESS2-2
Also included in: Grade 2 Science Workbooks (NEW 2022 Ontario Curriculum)
Properties of Liquids and Solids Workbook (Grade 2 Ontario Science)
This workbook covers the Grade 2 Properties of Liquids and Solids unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Matter and Energy).In this workbook, students learn about the properties of solids and liquids and how they interact in the environment. Topics include solids, liquids, absorption, buoyancy, safety, and WHMIS. Interactive, hands-on activities are explained, with follow-up worksheets included. There is a variety of readings, long and short answer questions, creative writing activitie
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Grades:
2nd
NGSS:
2-PS1-4
, 2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
Also included in: Grade 2 Science Workbooks (NEW 2022 Ontario Curriculum)
All About Bats Halloween Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
Autumn is a great time of the school year to learn all about bats with a bat unit, Stellaluna book study, or as part of your Halloween or fall festival activities. Your 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, ESL, and special education reading students will discover bat facts with the following questions:What is unique about bats?What are some interesting facts about bats?Are bats mammals?How many bat species are there?Where do bats live?What do bats eat?What is echolocation?What is a newborn bat calle
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in: Science Sub Plans Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 5th Grade
Les animaux : croissance et changements cahier (Grade 2 Ontario FRENCH Science)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 2 Growth and Changes in Animals unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Life Systems).Ce cahier d'exercices en français couvre l'unité Les animaux: croissance et changements de la 2e année du NOUVEAU curriculum des sciences de l'Ontario 2022 (Systèmes vivants).In this workbook, students will gain an understanding that animals grow and change and have distinct characteristics. Topics include parts of an animal, animal adaptations, locomotion, habitat
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Grades:
2nd
Also included in: Grade 2 FRENCH Science Workbooks (NEW 2022 Ontario Curriculum)
Les machines simples et le mouvement cahier (Grade 2 Ontario Science French)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 2 Simple Machines and Movement unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Structures and Mechanisms).Ce cahier d'exercices en français couvre l'unité Les machines simples et le mouvement de la 2e année du NOUVEAU curriculum des sciences de l'Ontario 2022 (Structures et mécanismes).In this workbook, students will demonstrate an understanding of movement and ways in which simple machines help to move objects. Topics include types of movement, kinetic and
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Grades:
2nd
Also included in: Grade 2 FRENCH Science Workbooks (NEW 2022 Ontario Curriculum)
Spring STEM Challenges and Activities
This Spring STEM challenge is perfect for kindergarten, first grade, and second-grade engineers working together or alone in centers this April and May. This resource uses the engineering design process to solve problems all spring. Your kids will have fun building a nest, a bird’s house, and a birdbath. Each challenge has a bonus challenge to help differentiate. Make this spring season fun with hands-on STEM activities. STEM is the perfect way to build critical thinking skills and cooperative l
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Grades:
K - 3rd
Les propriétés des liquides et des solides cahier (Grade 2 Science French)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 2 Properties of Liquids and Solids unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Matter and Energy).Ce cahier d'exercices en français couvre l'unité Les propriétés des liquides et des solides de la 2e année du NOUVEAU curriculum des sciences de l'Ontario 2022 (Matière et énergie).In this workbook, students learn about the properties of solids and liquids and how they interact in the environment. This workbook includes instructions for 3 interactive activi
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Grades:
2nd
Also included in: Grade 2 FRENCH Science Workbooks (NEW 2022 Ontario Curriculum)
L'air et l'eau dans l'environnement cahier (Grade 2 Ontario FRENCH Science)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 2 Air and Water in the Environment unit in the NEW 2022 Ontario Science curriculum (Earth and Space Systems).Ce cahier d'exercices en français couvre l'unité L'air et l'eau dans l'environnement de la 2e année du NOUVEAU curriculum des sciences de l'Ontario 2022 (Systèmes de la Terre et de l’espace).In this workbook, students will learn about how air and water are connected to all living things on Earth. The topics covered in this resource include air, water,
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Grades:
2nd
Also included in: Grade 2 FRENCH Science Workbooks (NEW 2022 Ontario Curriculum)
All About Ants Life Bugs and Insects Printable Theme Study Camping Activities
You will download a printable all about ants activities packet to supplement your camping day theme activities or bugs and insects study. It is a perfect addition to your fun spring or summer school science activities.This ants activity packet contains the following:all about ants nonfiction reading comprehension passagesall about ants comprehension questionsgraphic organizers ant life cycle diagramant body parts diagramall about ants accordion bookall about ants task cardsall about ants scaven
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
I Survived THE JAPANESE TSUNAMI, 2011 - Comprehension (Answer Key Included)
One page per chapter plus answer keyRationale for using Text Evidence and Comprehension packets:This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they respond to what they have read. Citing textual evidence requires students to look back into the text for evidence to support an idea, answer a question or make a claim. This skill combined with comprehension questions on DOK Levels 1, 2, & 3 leads students to think deeply about what they have read. (In
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Life Science Reading Comprehension Life Cycles of Organisms Digital Resources
Whether you are introducing your students to science or looking for a simple reading comprehension pack, this no prep product is ideal. With colorful comprehension passages, these easy-to-use digital resources are ideal for homework or holiday work. The various types of life science questions and topics available will challenge each student in your class.Titles include: The Life Cycle of Plants, The Life Cycle of Animals, Heredity.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:Passages are especially des
I Survived THE JOPLIN TORNADO, 2011 Tarshis - Comprehension (Answers Included)
One page per chapter plus answer keyRationale for using Text Evidence and Comprehension packets:This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they respond to what they have read. Citing textual evidence requires students to look back into the text for evidence to support an idea, answer a question or make a claim. This skill combined with comprehension questions on DOK Levels 1, 2, & 3 leads students to think deeply about what they have read. (In
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Physical Science Comprehension Position and Motion of Objects 3rd and 4th Grade
Integrate physical science into your curriculum with this effective pack of comprehension passages. Learn about science topics and enjoy the range of questions that follow each comprehension article. All passages are CCSS aligned and contain full answer keys.Titles include:Position, Distance, and Motion, Pushing and Pulling Forces, Sound, Hearing, and Force, Characteristics of Sound.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:These passages are designed for 3rd and 4th grade. There are pictures and gr
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Life Science Reading Comprehension Organisms and Environments Digital Resources
This reading comprehension pack will help you include science into your busy week. Filled with stimulating comprehension passages and CCSS aligned questions, life science topics are designed specifically for Grades 3-4. Most of the work is already done for you with these fillable digital resources. Titles include:Food Chains and Food Webs, Organisms Change Environments, People Change EnvironmentsScience Reading Comprehension Outline:The pack contains passages especially designed for 3rd and 4th
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Life Science Reading Comprehension Passages Life Cycles of Organisms Grade 3-4
Whether you are introducing your students to life science or looking for a simple reading comprehension pack, this no prep passages product is ideal. With colorful passages, these easy-to-use reading articles are ideal for homework or holiday work. The various types of life science questions and topics available will challenge each student in your class.Titles include: The Life Cycle of Plants, The Life Cycle of Animals, Heredity.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:These passages are designed
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Physical Science Reading Comprehension Light Heat Electricity Magnetism
This pack of reading comprehension passages is perfect for practicing physical science in a fun way. The questions at the end of each comprehension passage require various reading skills and will challenge each reader. Each science topic is CCSS aligned. Titles include:Characteristics of Light: Reflection and Refraction, Heat, Sources of Heat, and Heat Conduction, Electricity, Electrical Circuits, and Energy, Symbols and Electric Circuits, Magnets Magnetism and Electromagnetism.Science Reading C
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2nd - 4th
Earth Science Reading Comprehension Passages Properties of Earth Materials
Use these enjoyable reading passages to bolster your earth science resource file. CCSS aligned with high-interest comprehension topics and with various types of questions, introduce your class to science reading whilst knowing most of the work is already done for you. Titles include:Earth Science and Earth Materials, Earth Materials and Their Uses, Minerals, Rocks and the Rock Cycle, Soils, Fossils.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:The bundle contains passages especially designed for 3rd and
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Earth Science Reading Comprehension Passages Objects in the Sky Digital Resource
Finding fun and simple ways to practice reading earth science can be challenging. Google Docs, forms and slides make a great digital resource comprehension option.These reading passages are an effective way to prepare your students for testing, assign for homework, or for establishing science comprehension as a part of your curriculum. Titles include:Objects in the Sky, The Sun.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:The bundle contains passages especially designed for 3rd and 4th grade. There are
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
La météo et les saisons FRENCH Weather and Seasons Reading & Science Worksheets
This French language resource helps students learn about the weather and the seasons. Includes non-fiction reading passages with comprehension questions followed by a related skill activity.Reading Passages:Quelle est la météo?Que sont les saisons?Temps magnifiqueTemps violentSkill ActivitiesRead a thermometerComplete a diagramMake an inference, understand cause/effect (how the sun affects plants)Read a bar graphVocabulary included in this resource: la météo, la température, le météorologue, les
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
Physical Science Reading Position and Motion of Objects Digital Resources
Integrate science into your curriculum with this effective pack of reading passages. There are a range of digital resources included.Learn about physical science topics and enjoy the range of questions that follow each reading article. Titles include:Position, Distance, and Motion, Pushing and Pulling Forces, Sound, Hearing, and Force, Characteristics of Sound.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:The bundle contains passages especially designed for 3rd and 4th grade. There are pictures and grap
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2nd - 4th
Science Nonfiction Reading Passages and Comprehension Questions Polar Bears
In this science reading packet, you will download four polar bears nonfiction reading passages (2-3 paragraphs each) for habitat, diet, appearance and predators. You will receive 5 reading comprehension questions for each passage. For your convenience, you will download both TPT digital EASEL and printable PDF resource formats.Please click on the PREVIEW.You will also receive a polar bears little book with photos and lines for students to conduct their own research or use the reading passages to
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in: Science Sub Plans Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 5th Grade
The Giving Tree by Silverstein Lesson on Responsible Use of Natural Resources
The Giving Tree by S. Silverstein Lesson Plan on Environment and Responsible use of Natural Resources. This all time favorite classroom is ideal for teaching about the role of trees in the environment, reading comprehension skills, story elements, rhyming and word study, story elements and sequencing. PRINT and GO! The lesson packet includes:Lesson objectivesTrees - ReadingReading Comprehension QuestionsKLW ChartSequencing ActivityStory Elements ActivityRhyming ActivityComparison Activity Text t
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Grades:
K - 2nd
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