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Critical thinking laboratories for Gifted and Talented $10 and up
STEM Activities & Challenges for the Whole Year! (Middle School / Jr. High)
This bundle includes 36 hands-on Junior High STEM Activities for kids in 6th grade, 7th grade, and 8th grade. That's one engaging STEM Challenge for each week of the school year!***If you are interested in a differentiated version of this resource for grades K-8, please click here. There are 22 activities included that span all of these grade levels.The STEM activities in this bundle will challenge students to complete the given task by working in groups, although they can also be completed indi
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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STEM Activity Challenges for the Whole Year! (Elementary)
When students enjoy what they are doing, our jobs are so much easier! This collection of my favorite elementary STEM Challenges does just that. Students are engaged and have no problem getting started! Low prep-time, inexpensive materials, and easy-to-edit worksheets make setup simple. A solid grading rubric takes the guess-work out of evaluating group projects. Combine these with a video that explains everything you need to successfully run these STEM Activities and it’s easy to feel confident
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Grades:
K - 2nd
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STATES OF MATTER UNIT: MAKING THE 3 STATES REALLY MATTER!
THIS UNIT HAS EVERYTHING, BUT THE KITCHEN SINK ITSELF!
It's Packed FULL of Simple Experiment Station Cards and Student Recording Sheets. There are loads of things to add to your interactive notebooks, a file folder game, study cards, and some posters for your bulletin board.
Page 4 - 3 States Of Matter examples …. Glue in student notebook
Page 5 - Can You Find 10 Solids and Liquids In Your Classroom … partner or group activity
Page 6 - Can You Find 10 Solids and Liquids In Your House … Home
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Murder Mystery for Middle School: Who Killed Dr. Cosmo? M. Mystery #1
The beloved science teacher at JKF Middle School has been found dead in her classroom and YOUR Junior Crime Detectives are on the case.Using their skills critical thinking skills, deductive reasoning, and team work, the Junior Crime Detectives work in partnerships or teams to solve the murder mystery.Click here to save 20% on this activity with our 7 Activity Forensic BundleEverything you need for your Junior Detectives is included in this kit including 6 DIFFERENT case files with 6 DIFFERENT gu
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Middle School Forensics: 8 Activity Bundle (Save 20%)
Evidence and Investigation Forensics Unit
It's time to think like CSI! Turn your students into a bunch of top-notch crime scene investigators with this ENTIRE UNIT on forensics! Featuring eight different investigative topics and chalk full of labs and activities, this packet is all you need to start teaching. Keep on reading below to see what’s included! (Note: This is a comprehensive unit for Evidence and Investigation, and lines up with the Alberta Program of Studies.) ===============================WHAT YOU GET======================
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Grades:
4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Evidence and Investigation Forensics Bundle
Middle School Forensics: 8 Activity Bundle (Save 20%)
Super saver forensic activities bundle for CSI theme classes. 265 pages of forensic learning and activities including task cards, labs, worksheets, and PowerPoint. Ready to use in 1, 2, 3... 1 - print, 2 - complete prep, and 3 - play with your students!SAVE 20% on these activities when you buy this BUNDLEWe have included our most popular forensic activities:Unknown Solutions Lab Activity Kit (11 pages)Time of Death Solving Activity (17 pages)DNA Lesson - PowerPoint (15 slide), Student guide card
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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101 Science Experiment Video Demonstrations
Do you want to make science more exciting for your students?These science experiment demonstrations can be used to engage students of all ages!Students learn best when they’re engaged, captivated, excited, and curious. I’ve spent the past two years putting together my favorite 101 science demonstrations and have created tutorial videos that will teach you how to run the same demonstrations in your own classroom or home! In each tutorial, I talk through the materials you’ll need, walk you (step-
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Not Grade Specific
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Trees and Forest Ecosystem Unit
Your classroom will be full of budding biologists with this ENTIRE UNIT on Trees and Forests! Featuring a reference manual full of info and a field guide full of labs and activities, this packet is everything you need to start teaching. Keep on reading below to see what’s included! (Note: This is a comprehensive unit for Trees and Forests, and lines up with the Alberta Program of Studies.) ===============================WHAT YOU GET===============================►TONS OF REFERENCE PAGES ★ Trees
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Grades:
4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Trees and Forest Ecosystem Bundle
Advanced Animal Adaptations Project - Interdisciplinary Unit on Birds
Looking for a challenging interdisciplinary unit? Developed for high ability students in fourth or fifth grade, this advanced project uses science, reading, research, and critical thinking to explore the nature of animal adaptation and its role in survival of birds. Open the previews to get a closer look.Essential Question: How do birds' adaptations prepare them for survivalInterdisciplinary Activities:Opener – Students generate examples and non-examples of adaptation. They determine categories
Grades:
4th - 5th
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NGSS:
4-LS1-1
Third Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive Activities
Title: Third Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive ActivitiesKey Features:Comprehensive life science resource bundle for third grade educatorsAligned with NGSS standards, ensuring curriculum relevanceActivities include detailed information pages for easy lesson planningRange of teaching modalities cater to various learning stylesSuitable for independent or teacher-led use, accommodating diverse group sizesMain Topics:Exploration of animal life cycles, traits, habitats, and behaviorsEn
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
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NGSS:
3-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS3-1
, 3-LS1-1
First Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive Activities
Unleash the wonders of life science in your First Grade classroom with our Comprehensive First Grade Life Science Bundle. This thoughtfully curated bundle of 12 engaging activities is designed to captivate young learners and ignite their passion for science. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the field, our resource makes teaching a breeze, with step-by-step instructions, clear objectives, and stimulating activity questions.Key Features:Versatile Activities: Explore a variety of activi
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Grades:
1st - 2nd
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NGSS:
1-LS1-1
, 1-LS1-2
, 1-LS3-1
Second Grade Plant Parts and Needs Science, Engaging Activities, NGSS standard
Title: Second Grade Plant Parts and Needs Science, Engaging Activities, NGSS standardDescription:Elevate your second-grade science curriculum with our comprehensive resource. Designed to engage and educate, this resource is a must-have for busy educators seeking to make plant science an exciting and enriching experience for their students.Key Features:Exploring Plant Needs: Dive deep into the world of plants as students learn about the fundamental requirements for growth and survival. Our activ
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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NGSS:
2-LS2-1
, 2-LS2-2
Also included in:Â Second Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive Activities
Second Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive Activities
Title: Second Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive ActivitiesDescription: Unlock the wonders of plant science with our bundle! This is the ultimate resource for second-grade educators. This comprehensive bundle, consisting of 11 engaging activities, is your all-in-one solution to teach essential life science concepts, from plant parts to photosynthesis, all while saving you time and money.Key Features:Diverse Learning Activities: This mega bundle includes a diverse range of 11 activi
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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NGSS:
2-LS4-1
, 2-LS2-1
, 2-LS2-2
Science & Nature Curriculum Bundle: all my units & mini-studies in one bundle!
Simply EVERY unit in my shop, in one discounted bundle!→ This collection includes environmental science-inspired complete units and study materials.→ It is perfect for homeschooling, nature camps, STEM camps, and earth/environmental science classrooms.→ All the materials feature my artwork and are based on my experience as an environmental scientist.*** What age/grade can use these materials?*** These materials were designed with universal design and mixed-age group classroom in mind! All units
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Grades:
Homeschool
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, 4-LS1-1
, 1-LS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-LS4-3
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Rocks and Minerals — 16 Lab BUNDLE for Grades 2 and 3
16 labs for kids to be geologists as they investigate rocks, minerals, and crystals. ✜ grow crystals and study their angles. ✜ make models of sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rock types. ✜ travel through the rock cycle, and record your journey using a string of beads. ✜ mix sand, clay, and pebbles with water and salts to make a sedimentary rock.✜ study different samples of sand and clay to see the variety in grain size, shape, and luster. ✜ model rock metamorphosis to see why most fossils d
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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NGSS:
2-ESS1-1
, 2-PS1-1
Intro Airplane Design App
This fun software app provides an incredible way to use your computer at home or in the classroom to learn STEM through our thematic unit on flight. Visit our web site too!Introduction to Airplane Design makes it easy to engage in authentic science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) by learning the fundamentals of aeronautics. Making use of interactive simulations and powerful design tools you will be pleased how rapidly one can pickup scientific concepts. Best of all, by actively doin
Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, HS-ETS1-4
Inquiry-Based Matter Unit
This comprehensive fifth grade unit was developed for Gifted/High Achieving and covers a variety of topics of related to matter.This resource includes:A Pretest to determine if any students are ready for a challenge from the beginning.A Choice Menu for early finishers or those who passed the Pretest.A Boxing Diagram for students to record what they have learned and what they want to explore more.Lessons with Suggested Instructional Strategies and Possible Experiments for these topics:How do we d
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Grades:
4th - 5th
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 5-PS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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GENETIC LESSON PLANS UNIT: 37 Genetic Lessons EZ, fun, cohesive, scaffolds
Comprehensive Lesson Plans for Teaching GeneticsAs a teacher, it can be challenging to create a cohesive curriculum that conveys the complexities of genetics. This resource offers 37 lesson plans that flow seamlessly from one to the next, providing a comprehensive overview of the subject matter.Introduction to GeneticsThe lesson plans begin with an introduction to genetics, starting with surveying/data collecting and analysis of students' own genetic situations. This is followed by vocabulary cr
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Global Warming Science App
A great app for students at home or in school to learn the underpinning science behind global warming through model simulations and the use of outstanding off-line labs.Global Warming Science and Model is our impressive instructional software on global warming and the resulting climate change. It provides a logical sequential series of engaging simulations of the important concepts needed to understand why global warming of the Earth is happening. These simulations along with the supporting info
Grades:
8th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS2-4
, HS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-6
, HS-ESS2-2
PUNNETT SQUARE BUNDLE: 9 LESSONS
DescriptionYour students will be completely immersed in solving Punnett squares and seeing the outcomes of genetic crossings. This unit will keep students actively engaged by participating in a variety of hands-on, creative projects. Your students will have the opportunity to practice a variety of Punnett Squares. The topics of codominance and incomplete dominance are included. Students will practice these types of Punnett squares, with a variety of unique and varied outcomes. This unit also inc
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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DNA Bundle: 6 Activities from Slideshow, Labs to Assessment
DescriptionDuring this unit students will learn about the structure of DNA. This unit includes a slideshow, guided practice, labs and an assessment. The activities include a variety of tasks from drawing, construction and assessing students' learning. A variety of hands-on activities are included.TEACHER PREP:Teachers will show a slideshow about DNA. Teachers will determine if the video viewing will be done as a whole class or individually. Teachers will need to provide students with electronic
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
There is Magic in My Code.....teaching your computer to do card tricks
Imagine handing a deck of cards to someone and they input the top card into the computer and it tells them where any other card in the deck is located?Imagine doing that without any type of data structures.Imagine a first semester Java student's surprise when their computer learns these tricks!!!Imagine the students telling you the top card and you proceed to call the remaining cards in the deck in order.This material will last 2 to 3 weeks depending on the programming skills of the students. Ba
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9th - 12th
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STEAM Investigation - Light & Shadow Lesson Plan
Light and shadows are easy to take for granted, but when you look closely you will notice amazing qualities. Shadows change shape and grow. Lights become dimmer and brighter. They affect our mood. In this multi-day lesson plan, students will engage in a scientific investigation: exploring the qualities of light and shadow, making observations, and taking measurements. They will also examine the ways that artists use light and shadow to compose artwork and affect emotion, and they will create the
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Grades:
1st - 5th
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NGSS:
1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
, 4-PS3-2
Particular Concepts Secondary Models (Secondary Activities Companion)
The detailed building instructions for the models featured in the Particular Concepts Secondary Activities.
Creative hands-on activities on their own, your students will relish turning Duplo into physics laboratory tools and demonstrations.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported License.
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education
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