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Common Core RST.6-8.2 resources for Microsoft Word
Earthquake Jello Lab Activity STEM
This lab or activity is a hands-on and collaborative learning lesson that incorporates the following:
STEM
Earthquakes
Geology
Engineering
Design
Real-World Connections
Problem Solving
Inferencing and Predicting
Materials: this handout, mini-marshmellows, toothpicks, jello
Overview: Students will work together to tackle a real-world problem: engineers are constantly working to design and build buildings that can survive the impact of serious earthquakes. I show students some videos and picture
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5th - 10th
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CCSS:
Invasive Species Activity Reading and Questions NGSS MS-LS2-4 Distance Learning
Newly updated with a DIGITAL INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK in Google Slides, this invasive species lesson plan with worksheets is great for in person or distance or home learning! This cross-curricular lesson can be used as a LOW PREP SUB PLAN in an ecosystems unit, to promote literacy in science class, for introducing invasive species, or for gathering evidence for the NGSS Performance Expectation MS-LS2-4. Construct an argument supported by empirical evidence that changes to physical or biological comp
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-4
Also included in:Â NGSS Middle School Science Activities and Lessons Growing MEGA Bundle
Selfie Family Tree of Heredity & Genetic Traits
This is a project where students create connections about traits and heredity through a "selfie" family tree.Students will be required to create a "selfie family tree" using technology to create a flow chart. They will then begin to identify generations in a family.Students will then collect data on the inherited traits that are passed down and will begin to recognize dominant vs recessive traits in a family/population.Students will begin to develop a clear understanding of the term: heredity &a
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Grades:
6th - 12th
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Middle School Chemistry - Physical Properties and States of Matter (NGSS)
Physical Properties and States of Matter
Middle School Chemistry Unit - Part One
Inquiry Based Curriculum and NGSS Based
This bundled unit encourages students to "uncover" and "reveal" their understandings of scientific phenomenon through student centered activities and readings. In a true NGSS classroom, teachers are no longer lecturers, but rather facilitators for student discovery. In Part One of this 2 part chemistry series, students learn how to make evidence based claims, design their o
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Grades:
5th - 9th, Adult Education
Weather & Atmosphere Bundle - Printables, Research, Answer Keys
In this weather unit, students develop their understanding about the various elements that make up weather patterns, including temperature, air pressure, humidity, and wind. They also learn how these elements interact to create different types of weather conditions, such as thunderstorms, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Additionally, students learn about the tools and techniques used to measure and predict weather, such as barometers, anemometers, and radar.The unit also covers topics related to clim
Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, HS-ESS3-5
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The Phosphorus Cycle WebQuest
Great to use as an introduction or a review to the phosphorus cycle. Using a variety of links, students research all about this important cycle. Students will develop their understanding of the key concepts, including the storages, transfers, transformations and the human impacts, as well as mitigation strategies to reduce our negative impact on phosphorus storages.A ten question multiple choice quiz is included, and of course the answer key to the WebQuest and the quiz.Extension activity includ
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS2-6
Also included in:Â Biogeochemical Cycles
Dangers of Vaping
This article explains the dangers of vaping and how it can impact teens. This product comes with many activities for students to complete. The activities include:Vocabulary awareness chartMarking the text literary strategyText dependent questionsStudents create a visual aid dealing with the topicGraphing activity
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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WebQuest Human Impacts on Weather & Climate
After finishing the reading passage about the human impacts on weather and climate, students complete a series of exercises using the links provided. The aim is for students to develop their understanding of the following key ideas:Greenhouse gases and their role in trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere.How human activity, such as burning fossil fuels, contributes to climate change and impacts weather patterns.The ways that changes to the surface of the Earth, such as deforestation and urbaniz
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
Lesson Plan - Bake Sale Microsoft Word with Text, Graphics, & Fonts
This lesson requires all the skills necessary for reports and placing content in Microsoft Word a student will need for High School & College. Skills Covered:Clip ArtWord ArtLine BreaksChanging Font StyleChanging Font ColorChanging Font SizePlacing an UnderlineChanging Underline ColorCreating a Washout GraphicFormatting TextText Wrapping
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
CCSS:
Eutrophication in Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
What's it about?This case study develops student understanding about the concept of eutrophication. The example focuses on Chesapeake Bay and has students examine the excessive nutrient inputs that lead to algae blooms, which can ultimately result in low-oxygen "dead zones" in the bay's waters. Students learn about the various sources of these nutrients, including agricultural runoff and wastewater treatment plants, and the impacts that eutrophication can have on aquatic ecosystems, such as th
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
, HS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-LS2-6
Life Science Reading Comprehension Passages Human Body Systems Word Document
Generate new interest in life science by using these reading passages. These comprehension resources are full of color and fun topics.Inspire your students to improve their science knowledge knowing that most of the work is already done for you.Titles include:Skeletal and Muscular Systems, Circulatory and Respiratory Systems, Nervous System, Digestive System, Reproductive System.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:This product contains passages especially designed for 5th and 6th grade. There
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5th - 7th
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Soil Erosion and the Dust Bowl Disaster
In this case study, students learn that the Dust Bowl was a period of severe dust storms that occurred during the 1930s in the Great Plains region of the United States, primarily affecting the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Kansas, and New Mexico. This case study explores the causes, consequences, and management strategies. Students develop an understanding of various environmental science concepts, such as soil erosion, desertification, land degradation, climate change, and human impacts
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-4
, HS-ESS3-4
Soil & Land Degradation in the Sahel Region Environmental Science Case Study
PRINT OR DIGITAL RESOURCE ON OVERGRAZING IN THE SAHEL.Overgrazing in the Sahel region explores the impact of excessive livestock grazing on the vegetation and soils in this arid area, leading to desertification and loss of productivity. Students develop their understanding of various ecological concepts such as carrying capacity, trophic levels, and ecosystem dynamics, as well as sociological concepts such as resource management and sustainable development. The case study also addresses the soci
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
Life Science Reading Comprehension Plant Parts and Ecosystems Word Document
Add this effective set of life science passages to your curriculum today! Practice reading with various types of comprehension questions.Science topics are highly interesting. Diagrams help explain the comprehension.Titles include:Classification of Organisms, Function of Plant Parts, Reproduction in Plants, Invertebrates, Vertebrates, Earth's Biomes, Ecosystems.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:This product contains passages especially designed for 5th and 6th grade. There are pictures and g
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Grades:
5th - 7th
The Love Canal Environmental Catastrophe Causes Impacts Lessons
In this case study, students learn that about a neighborhood in Niagara Falls, New York, that was built on top of a toxic waste dump (Love Canal). The chemicals buried in the dump eventually seeped into the groundwater and caused health problems for the residents, including birth defects, cancer, and other illnesses. Students develop their understanding about the importance of environmental protection and the consequences of neglecting it. The case study also highlights the power of activism in
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
Also included in:Â Pollution Resource Bundle Summaries Worksheets Assessment Middle High School
Skittles Elements and Compounds Lab
Lab instructions, color cut outs to conduct an investigation into elements and compounds using a kids favorite thing, food.
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6th - 8th
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Plastic Pollution Case Study - The Great Pacific Garbage Patch
Are your students learning about plastic pollution? The great pacific garbage patch is an excellent example of how single-use plastics can remain in the environment over a long time period and have negative consequences on the environment and the organisms within it. Students complete the reading passages about the causes, impacts and solutions and complete review questions and conduct further research that connect the garbage patch to other key concepts environmental issues.Key concepts include
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
Also included in:Â Pollution Resource Bundle Summaries Worksheets Assessment Middle High School
The Impacts of Palm Oil Production in South East Asia
What's it about?The case study explores the impacts of palm oil production on the environment, biodiversity, and local communities in South East Asia. Through the case study, students can develop an understanding of the following concepts:The environmental impact of commercial, intensive agriculture and the importance of biodiversity conservation.The social and economic impacts of global commodity production.The complexities of sustainable development and the trade-offs between economic growth,
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-4
, MS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Reading Passage 2: Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter (Word)
This resource will be a valuable addition to your class. Use this passage to assess how well your students can read and understand challenging texts whilst being fun and educational at the same time.Contents:Reading Passage 2: Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter Science Reading Comprehension Outline:This product contains a passage especially designed for 5th and 6th grade. There are pictures and graphs to help explain key areas and the lesson is CCSS aligned. Feel free to practice science
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5th - 7th
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Physical Science Reading Comprehension Electricity and Magnets Word Document
Evaluate your students' learning with this physical science reading no-prep pack. The comprehension passages are followed by an array of questions designed for 5th and 6th Grade.With fun topics and themes, these CCSS aligned comprehension questions will allow kids to practice or increase their understanding of science before testing.Titles include:Static Electricity, Circuits, Electromagnets, Electric Energy, Energy Sources and Conversion.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:This product contai
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5th - 7th
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The Greenhouse Effect - Reading and Worksheet
This resource serves as an introduction or an engaging review of the greenhouse effect, both natural and human enhanced.The printable worksheet covers essential concepts related to the greenhouse effect and its significance. Students learn about how certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, maintaining a habitable climate. They discover major greenhouse gases like CO2, CH4, and water vapor, and their sources from human activities. Students explore the impact of human-induced greenhouse gas
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-6
Causes and Impacts of Coral Bleaching WebQuest
Get your students exploring the causes, impacts and solutions of coral bleaching in this WebQuest. Students are provided with five tasks to research information about the key concepts related to coral bleaching. Extension questions provided for early finishers, as well as the answer key.Key ideas include:Understanding coral reefsDiscovering coral bleachingClimate change and coral bleachingMitigating coral bleachingCase Study ResearchIf you are interested in Environmental Science Case Studies for
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, HS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
Physical Science Reading Comprehension Motion and Energy Word Document Grade 5-6
This useful physical science passages pack allows you to assign, check and review reading comprehension with ease. Includes full answer keys and CCSS aligned questions.Numerous science pictures to help explain difficult topics. Give this reading comprehension product a try today!Titles include:Kinetic and Potential Energy, Force and Motion, Simple Machines, Simple Machines 2, Thermal Energy, Sound and Light Energy.Science Reading Comprehension Outline:This product contains passages especially de
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Grades:
5th - 7th
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The Hole in the Ozone Layer & Montreal Protocol Case Study
What's it about?The hole in the ozone layer case study is about the depletion of the Earth's protective ozone layer, which was caused by the release of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and other ozone-depleting substances into the atmosphere. This case study highlights the environmental consequences of human activities and the need for global cooperation to address pressing environmental issues. It provides students with a real-world example of how human actions can impact the environment and the impo
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
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