6,907 results
High school science independent work packets under $5
Punnett Square Practice Worksheets - Digital or Print
Scaffold students understanding of Punnett squares with these three worksheets that build off of one another. Each new page adds another layer of understanding and critical thinking. These three worksheets will help your students practice Punnett squares in the classroom or in a distance learning setting. Each page is separated in PDF and Google format and ready for you to distribute to your students! Keys are included! Need help teaching Punnett squares before your students practice? Check out
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Grades:
6th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-LS3-2
Also included in: Genetics Unit & Heredity Bundle For Middle School - Digital and Print
Classification Lab on Dichotomous Keys - Classification of Living Things
In this dichotomous key classification lab activity, students will rotate through stations using 3 different dichotomous keys in order to classify 27 different invertebrates and vertebrates. As students become masters of classification keys, they will have fun exploring the classification of living things. All pictures and diagrams needed for the activity are included.Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student handouts can be printed or used in the paperless d
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Grades:
7th - 10th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-2
Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms
Mars Virtual Field Trip Explore the Mars Rover
Take a virtual field trip to space and to Mars and explore the Mars Rover. Perfect activities, worksheets, and tasks for middle and high schoolers for Mars and Space Science. This PRINT and Go resource is perfect for distance learning or classroom use to help students explore and take a field trip without ever having to leave the classroom. All questions and activities can be answered from exploring the virtual field trip site. Rather than just look around using the 360 view, these tasks give
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Grades:
4th - 12th
Population Ecology Lab Simulation - Modeling Population Growth
This guided inquiry graphing activity (both printable and digital) involves the student in a study of the growth rate of a rabbit population. The student assumes the role of a scientist to determine the birth rate, mortality rate, growth rate, and total population size of the rabbit population over a 20 year period. The data is plotted on a graph where the student will clearly see the initial exponential growth of the population followed by logistic growth. The activity will reinforce the conce
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Grades:
8th - 12th
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-2
Also included in: Population Ecology Bundle
Protein Synthesis Translation Activity
This activity is designed to help our students master the concepts of transcription and translation. The details of these concepts are very difficult for many of our students. This activity provides a visual method of teaching students how the information stored in DNA produces traits and characteristics in living organisms. Using a DNA template, students will transcribe mRNA, and translate the information to create a “mystery organism.” Choose to use the traditional printable version, or the p
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Grades:
9th - 12th
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-1
Also included in: DNA, RNA, Protein Synthesis Bundle
Scientific Method Homework Worksheets
This printable or digital worksheet on the steps of the scientific method is packed with problem solving and critical thinking examples and problems. Questions cover hypothesis, control and experimental groups, independent and dependent variables. In given scenarios, students will identify the independent and dependent variables. There are questions of varying difficulty levels, ranging from simple to complex. The student will do more than just list the steps of the scientific method. Student w
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Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
Dichotomous Key Activity
This hands-on (printable and digital) activity will ensure that your students become experts on using and building dichotomous classification keys. Students will first use an included classification key to identify the leaves of cone bearing plants, followed by a second activity that requires students to construct their own key to classify 12 different primates.Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student handouts can be printed or used in the paperless digital
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms
Cladogram Activity - Classification of Living things
This printable or digital problem solving activity teaches students how to build a cladogram and reinforces the important concepts of cladistics to your biology or life science students in grades 8-12. I use this activity when teaching my unit on classification and taxonomy, but it would also be appropriate to use during your lessons on evolution and natural selection. Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student handouts can be printed or used in the paperless
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Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-LS4-1
, MS-LS4-2
Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms
Graphing Practice Activity - Science Line Graphs, Data Analysis and Graphing
Graphing is a fundamental "must-have" skill in a science class. These practice problems will provide your students with a solid foundation and/or review of the basics of constructing line graphs. Further, students will practice analyzing data and using graphs to make predictions. If applicable to your teaching situation, you can have students complete their work in a digital Google Apps format. What is included in this resource?Editable and Printable 3-page student handoutPaperless Digital Vers
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
Predator Prey Relationships Reading and Graphing Activity - Community Ecology
Students will dive into a reading activity on predator prey relationships, followed by a graphing activity that uses historical data from the Hudson Bay Company on lynx and rabbit populations over a 90 year period. Perfect for population ecology or community ecology units, this activity reinforces graphing skills and uses analysis questions to get students using their critical thinking skills. Students will gain practice analyzing data and using graphs to make predictions. Choose to use the trad
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Grades:
8th - 12th
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, HS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-8
Also included in: Biology Curriculum Full Year Bundle
Cell Cellular Transport Osmosis Diffusion Worksheet Membranes, Active & Passive
Students will review transport across cellular membranes, such as active transport, passive transport, osmosis, diffusion, concentration gradients, cytolysis, plasmolysis, hypertonic, isotonic, hypotonic, facilitated diffusion, and transport proteins. This printable and digital "Transport Across Membranes Practice Problem Worksheet" will provide the practice students need to master these concepts. Students will label drawings and answer critical thinking questions about cellular transport.Both
Grades:
8th - 12th
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
Fossils Virtual Field Trip Rock Cycle Earth Science Digital Version
Don't just teach about rocks in Earth Science, the rock cycle, with fossils, how they are formed, and earth science- EXPERIENCE IT with this interactive Virtual Field Trip! Students can explore all about fossils and how they are formed and learn all about them with different ready to go tasks and activities.Take a Virtual Field trip with:360 VR Tour of fossil museumVideo to learn all about fossilsExplore different types of fossils up close with website linksRead about the fossilsWatch a video ab
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Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Geology and Rock Cycle Virtual Field Trip discount Bundle digital
Habitat and Niche Practice
Biology students often struggle with the differences between an organism's habitat and its niche. In this printable, editable, and digital practice worksheet, students will first determine the habitat of a variety of living organisms, then match an organism to its niche. Second, students will observe included photographs to determine the habitat/niche of each. This resource provides a thoughtful homework or classwork assignment during your units on ecology to ensure that your students have a sol
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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Also included in: Introduction to Ecology Bundle
Biology Prefixes and Suffixes
What's in a Name? (A Study of Biological Prefixes and Suffixes.) Master the science vocabulary! Do not let the science vocabulary master you! This is a familiar topic in my science classroom. The new vocabulary words in a first year life science or biology class can be overwhelming. However, many of the vocabulary words contain either a prefix or a suffix that will help the student understand the meaning of the word. With a general knowledge of these prefixes and suffixes, a beginner to the
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Grades:
7th - 11th
Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
My World Culture and Geography Project | FUN Cultural PBL Activity | Microsoft
Students showcase their own unique cultures and geography with this fun “My World” project. First, a brainstorm activity challenges them to consider how cultural influences and geographical factors have shaped their lives. Then, they design creative and informative posters all about their WORLDS! Guided slides help you explain the project and a fill-in rubric makes grading easy. This project-based learning activity promotes cross-cultural understanding and students love decorating their globes w
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4th - 10th
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Genetics & Heredity Middle School Science Sub Plan Independent Work No Prep
Make Sub Days Stress-Free Days! with this Genetics and Heredity independent work/sub-plan lesson with a word search, crossword puzzle, highly engaging reading passages, and other activities. Great for an introduction or review of Genetics and Heredity in an engaging way without all the stress. With highly engaging reading passages and activities, this lesson plan provides easy, breezy, sub-eezy implementation that you or a substitute can use. It's not only ideal for substitutes but works great f
Grades:
7th - 10th
Introduction to Cells Close Reading Packet
Introduction to Cells Close Reading Packet- Print & Digital Provide your Biology students with a basic understanding of the history of cell theory with this 9 page, no prep, INTRODUCTION TO CELLS CLOSE READING PACKET. Use as an introduction to your cell unit or to provide review and reinforcement. This packet would also make a GREAT sub assignment!Need a digital option? No problem! I have included a Google Slides version of this packet, making this resource PERFECT for distance learning, onl
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
Biology Taxonomy Classification of Living Things Worksheet with Easel Activity
Taxonomy Handout and Study Guide for Classification of Living Things. Explains taxonomy (classification of living things) in a simple and easy format that life science students can use as a study guide or reference sheet for their biology or life science notebook. Features a mnemonic device for remembering the order. Includes a study guide worksheet with some basic questions about the classification system, and a practice sheet with key. Great to start out the year and have this ready for back t
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Crystals Minerals and Gemstones Geology Virtual Field Trip digital
Don't just teach about rocks, the rock cycle, and minerals and gemstones- EXPERIENCE IT with this interactive Virtual Field Trip! Students can explore all about gemstones, learn what makes a gemstone and a mineral, and explore to learn all about them with different ready to go tasks and activities.Take a Virtual Field trip with:360 VR Museum Tour (Gem & Mineral Museum at the Smithsonian)Learning VideoInteractive Gemstone websiteWebsite readings to learn about gems and mineralsInteractive vir
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Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Geology and Rock Cycle Virtual Field Trip discount Bundle digital
States of Matter Worksheets Solids Liquids Gases Digital or Print NGSS MS-PS1
This lab is VIRTUALLY NO PREP! You will need a computer for each student or you can have students share a computer. You can use this to introduce the concepts, however I typically use it as a review. You can also pick and choose from the activities, I have the students do it in class during a 1 hour 45-minute period and most students finish in about an hour. I also include a KEY for easy grading and prep. This product is a total of 5 activities using some Chemistry websites and PHET University o
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Grades:
6th - 12th
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-1
Solar & Lunar Eclipses 2024 Science Sub Plans - Middle & High School Activities
Follow up the Solar Eclipse of 2024 with these no-prep activities about solar and lunar eclipses. These print & go worksheets are ideal as an independent work packet or sub plan for your middle or high school students. Your 6th, 7th, 8th, or 9th grade students will love the variety of fun and engaging activities which include crossword puzzles, word search, crack the codes, and reading comprehension passages to support students' learning about why solar and lunar eclipses occur and how these
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Cell Transport Diffusion and Osmosis Reading Passage and Questions
Overview:Cell transport can be a challenging topic for most students. Start things off right with a detailed reading passage written with students in mind. Engaging graphics and relatable analogies help build connections about the cell membrane and its role during cell transport. Follow-up comprehension questions increase accountability, while the optional critical thinking scenario challenges students to apply what they have learned.Why You'll Love It:Print-and-goDetailed graphics help build co
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Grades:
7th - 10th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
Also included in: Cells and Organelles Unit Resource Bundle
Human Body Introduction Bell Ringers Human Body Warm Ups
Introduction to the Human Body: NO PREP Biology or Life Science Warm-Ups, Bell-Ringers, Exit Slips, or Additions to Interactive Notebooks for your units on human anatomy and physiology. Covers the Organization of the human body, overview of the systems of the human body, human body tissues, cavities, body regions and more! See detailed list of topics below.19 student pages of biology / life science warm ups or bell ringers for your introductory unit on the human body.No gluing, cutting or fol
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Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in: Human Body Systems Anatomy Physiology Bell Ringers Bundle
Viruses vs Bacteria Virtual Science Lab Demonstration
Teach the differences between bacteria and viruses in the human body with this virtual science demonstration lab! Perfect for biology, microbiology, and life science lessons to teach health and all about how cells are impacted by each of these!This is the PDF Version of this exciting resource, to purchase the Digital Version meant for Google Drive, please visit my store at the link below:https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/TeachwithbriThis lab demonstration is meant to be used independentl
Grades:
5th - 12th
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