General science independent work packets for Microsoft Word

Independent Work Packet, Centers

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Mystery Star Spectra- Using Spectra to Identify Star Composition and Red-Shift

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Above Proficient Science

Contains Printable Reference Spectra for 6 commonly found elements- along with ten mystery star spectra. Students are asked to use references to identify the elemental composition of the mystery samples.Mystery Stars contain 1-3 elements. Also, there is one blue-shifted and one red-shifted spectra to introduce students to the idea. Suggested to have students use highlighters to keep track of each element they find.

Subjects:

Chemistry, General Science, Physical Science

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Laboratory, Homework, Independent Work Packet

NGSS:

HS-ESS1-3

, HS-ESS1-2

Brain & Nervous System Disorders 8-Research Project Bundle (Anatomy/Physiology)

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This bundle features 8 separate research projects focusing on disorders of the brain and nervous system. More specifically, these projects focus on cerebral palsy, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Huntington’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, strokes, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), and Alzheimer’s disease. For each project:- Students are led through each project in a detailed, lock-step fashion, making it easy for students to do them with minimal guidance from the teacher.- Upon conclusion of their resea

Subjects:

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Environment, General Science, Science

AP Environmental Science Math Practice Problems

Created by

Science Short Stop

This is a collection of 25 math practice problems that cover the content within each of the 9 units of AP Environmental Science. It covers much of the required content for math concepts on the AP Environmental Science exam and provides the formulas for the students as they work through the problems. This allows the students to become familiar with the formulas, since they will not get a formula sheet on the AP Environmental Science exam.There are practice math questions to go along with all unit

Subjects:

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Independent Work Packet, Centers

Biology Review Packet (Molecules to Organisms HSLS1 & Ecology HSLS2)

Created by

Kim Dooley

This is a review packet that goes over topics from molecules to organisms and ecology. Answer key and frameworks are included in handout!I use this packet as a review before my students take their final exam for the year!

Subjects:

Study Guides, Homework, Independent Work Packet

Grades:

9th - 10th

Types:

NGSS:

HS-LS1-5

, HS-LS2-3

, HS-LS2-7

, HS-LS1-7

, HS-LS2-5

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Respiratory System Diseases 8 Research Projects Bundle (Anatomy & Physiology)

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This bundle features 8 separate research projects focusing on diseases of the respiratory system. More specifically, these projects focus on bronchitis, emphysema, cystic fibrosis, asthma, tuberculosis, lung cancer, COVID-19, and pneumonia. For each project: - Students are led through each project in a detailed, lock-step fashion, making it easy for students to do them with minimal guidance from the teacher.- Upon conclusion of their research in each of these projects, students are asked to pre

Subjects:

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Viral, Bacterial, Fungal, & Protozoan Diseases Projects Bundle (Microbiology)

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The projects in this bundle can be used as part of a microbiology unit. More specifically, the bundle features 4 separate research projects focusing on diseases and infections caused by 1) protists, 2) bacteria, 3) fungi, and 4) viruses. In each project students will select, from a provided list, a disease/infection to investigate. Students are then given a detailed list of information to find on their disease/infection and are asked to present their findings using words and diagrams in either

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Human Body Disorders 26 Research Projects Mega-Bundle (Anatomy and Physiology)

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This bundle features 26 separate research projects focusing on diseases and disorders of the human body. These projects will be an excellent addition to an upper-level high school Human Biology/Anatomy and Physiology course. More specifically, these projects focus on the following topics: sickle cell anemiahigh cholesterolhemophilialeukemiairon deficiency anemiaMalariaHodgkin’s lymphomacerebral palsyepilepsymultiple sclerosisHuntington’s diseaseParkinson’s diseaseStrokesALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease

Subjects:

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Blood and Stuff -- The Circulatory System worksheets

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Good introduction, overview, or review of the Circulatory System; heart structure, blood components, blood vessels, and functions. Answer key is attached. Can be used with the accompanying PowerPoint presentation (available in the "bundle"), or by itself. Students could do research or use their textbooks, or could be used during a teacher-led lesson.

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Also included in: Blood and Stuff -- The Circulatory System bundle

Brain & Nervous System: Parkinson's, Strokes, ALS, & Alzheimer's Projects Bundle

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This bundle features 4 separate research projects focusing on disorders of the brain and nervous system system. More specifically, these projects focus on Parkinson’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS/Lou Gehrig's Disease), strokes, and Alzheimer’s disease. For each project:- Students are led through each project in a detailed, lock-step fashion, making it easy for students to do them with minimal guidance from the teacher.- Upon conclusion of their research in each of these projects,

Subjects:

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Biomanbio Krebs Cycle Virtual Interactive and Worksheet w/KEY

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This worksheet goes along with the virtual interactive on the Krebs Cycle. The steps of Cellular Respiration are usually not very interesting for students so this interactive is a great way to make it more "hands-on". The worksheet also provides a great way for students to capture the important information and acts as a review after the activity. The key is included! There are other interactives on this website for Glycolysis and the Electron Transport Chain so keep an eye out because I will lik

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Biomanbio Virtual Interactives and Worksheets for Cellular Respiration

Biomanbio Mitosis Mover! Virtual Interactive and Worksheet w/KEY

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This worksheet goes along with the virtual interactive on Mitosis. The worksheet provides a great way for students to capture the important information and acts as a review after the activity. The key is included! There are other interactives on this website for Meiosis and Nondisjunction so keep an eye out because I will likely be making worksheets for those as well and will bundle them so you can buy all of them for a discounted price!

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Biomanbio Electron Transport Chain Virtual Interactive and Worksheet w/KEY

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This worksheet goes along with the virtual interactive on the Electron Transport Chain. The steps of Cellular Respiration are usually not very interesting for students so this interactive is a great way to make it more "hands-on". The worksheet also provides a great way for students to capture the important information and acts as a review after the activity. The key is included! There are other interactives on this website for Glycolysis and the Krebs Cycle so keep an eye out because I will lik

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Biomanbio Virtual Interactives and Worksheets for Cellular Respiration

Biomanbio Glycolysis Virtual Interactive and Worksheet (KEY INCLUDED!)

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This worksheet goes along with the virtual interactive on Glycolysis. The steps of Cellular Respiration are usually not very interesting for students so this interactive is a great way to make it more "hands-on". The worksheet also provides a great way for students to capture the important information and acts as a review after the activity. The key is included! There are other interactives on this website for the Kreb's Cycle and the Electron Transport Chain so keep an eye out because I will li

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

The Petite Physics Teacher

Also included in: Biomanbio Virtual Interactives and Worksheets for Cellular Respiration

High School Physics Student Workbook Bundle

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Student Workbook for Physics | Notes with Exercises(See products for description)#sciencesummersale

Subjects:

General Science, Physics, Science

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Workbooks, Worksheets, Independent Work Packet

Biology's Big Ideas -- Taxonomy worksheets

Created by

Basic Principles, Biology, General Science

An overview of biological taxonomy/classifcation, with most emphasis on Domain and Kingdom levels. Explanations of the criteria for classification -- cell types and number, methods of obtaining food/energy, movement, reproduction, number and type of chromosomes, etc. Students could be assigned the packet to do as research, or use their textbooks, or with the PowerPoint presentation in the bundle. Review questions at the end.

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Earth Sciences, General Science, Science

Also included in: Biology's Big Ideas -- Taxonomy bundle

Independent Human Impact on the Environment (Distance Learning + Homeschool)

Created by

The School Squad

Work at home independent packet on human impact on the ecosystem (includes packet, video links, readings). Seven stations total. Students can do this completely independently. At least 5+ hours of work (or more depending on the student). For my students, it took more than two weeks. But depending on how much focus/discussions you want to spend on each topic, you can easily stretch this to a one month packet. Adaptable from 5th grade to 12th grade (even beyond).Contains:One main packet containing

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

Independent Work Packet, Lesson

Biology's Big Ideas -- DNA and Protein worksheets

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Straightforward and clear descriptions of the main facts about DNA and protein synthesis, eliminating confusing minutiae. Word banks lead students through the concepts and steps, with two levels of detail provided. They could use their textbooks, do internet research, or use the accompanying PowerPoint presentation, available in the bundle. These pages would be useful as an introduction, review, homework, or classwork.

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Biology's Big Ideas -- DNA and Protein bundle

Biology's Big Ideas -- Characteristics of Life worksheets

Created by

Basic Principles, Biology, General Science

The nine features of life: cells, evolution, movement, metabolism, homeostasis, reproduction, response/sensation, growth and development, and complex carbon-based compounds are presented using clear explanations, spaces for examples, and a review at the end. The sheets could be assigned to students to research or use thir textbooks. The teacher could use this as an introduction, review, or outline of a lesson, elaborating as desired. The accompanying PowerPoint presentation is available in th

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

One Room Prairie School House

Also included in: Biology's Big Ideas -- Characteristics of Living Things bundle

Saskatchewan Grade 6 Science - Unit 2 Electricity

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If you use the Pearson textbooks in your classroom, then this product was made for you! This document is a companion Unit 2 of the Grade 6 Saskatchewan Science textbook. You can use it as an independent work packet, a set of notes to complete and study from, or just a side by side activity to accompany your work with the textbook. Saskatchewan Science - Grade 6 - Unit 2

Subjects:

General Science, Science

Grades:

6th

Types:

Printables, Interactive Notebooks, Independent Work Packet

Biology's Big Ideas -- Ecology worksheets

Created by

Biology, Environment, General Science

These pages could be used as an introduction, review, or lesson on Ecology concepts. Students could use their textbooks or internet research to fill in the sheets, or the teacher could use it as the backbone of a couple classes. Basic vocabulary such as food web, trophic levels, abiotic factors, symbiosis are illustrated and explained. Some review questions at the end. The accompanying PowerPoint presentation is available in the Ecology bundle.

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Biology's Big Ideas -- Ecology bundle

Biology's Big Ideas -- Genetics notes sheets

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An introduction or review of Mendelian genetics, with basic vocabulary, some Punnett square practice, genes and DNA, dominant and recessive. Students are encouraged to explore their own single gene traits. These pages could be used for research, along with a textbook, or with the accompanying PowerPoint. It is available in the genetics bundle. Teachers could lead a lecture/discussion with the pages as a guide

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Biology's Big Ideas -- Genetics bundle

Biology's Big Ideas -- Cells worksheets

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Informative overview of Cell Theory, cell structure and function, levels of organization, prokaryotes vs eukaryotes, plant vs animal cells, etc. Students could use the sheets with their textbooks, or as research. Or the teacher could use the sheets as an introduction or review, adding their own information as they see fit. An accompanying PowerPoint presentation is available in the bundle.

Subjects:

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Biology's Big Ideas -- Cells bundle

Babies and Stuff -- The Reproductive System worksheets

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The main focus of these pages is topics not typically addressed in health classes: gametes and fertilization, fetal development and pregnancy, and the female menstrual cycle. Male and female reproductive organs information and diagrams included. This would be an excellent introduction or review of the Reproductive System. Students could do research, use their textbooks, or use the accompanying PowerPoint in the "bundle".

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types: