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Physics centers for homeschool under $5
Scientific Method Activity - Easy Paper Airplane Science Experiment Lab
This easy scientific method activity will get your kids excited about following the steps of the scientific method! This interdisciplinary unit incorporates paper airplane science experiments, math, STEM, & writing to provide a fun hands on science experience. Click on the PREVIEW button to see more of what is included! ⭐ What is Included:information and outline for instructionsupply/materials listsample schedule for the activitiesvocabulary list and definitionsword wall cardsstudent vocab
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4th - 6th
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Moon Phases and Ocean Tides Unit: | Printable and Digital Distance Learning
Moon Phases and Ocean Tides Unit: | Printable and Digital Distance LearningThis unit with Editable Google Slides along with Google worksheets is prepared on ''Moon Phases and Ocean Tides”. My units have been made to be both informative and visually stimulating for all students. (It has also digital access via Google Slides for worksheets also.)This unit is mainly focused on key information and everything you’ll need to teach your students about the causes of Moon Phases and Ocean Tides. The purp
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5th - 8th, Staff
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WAVES & THE EM SPECTRUM VIRTUAL LAB for Google Slides ~DIGITAL~
★Digital Interactive Resource★Go paperless with this interactive VIRTUAL LAB for Google Slides™ that will help your students master basic wave terms and the Electromagnetic Spectrum. Students will drag movable rulers to measure amplitude and wavelength of waves, determine the frequency of a wave, and sort waves by amplitude, wavelength, and energy. Includes a complete and detailed Teacher Answer Key. ✨✨✨ Ideal for DISTANCE LEARNING! ✨✨✨FOR SMALL GROUPS OR INDIVIDUAL STUDENTSYou can assign one
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-1
, MS-PS4-1
Newton's Laws of Motion Discovery Stations
These 12 Newton's Laws of Motion Discovery stations will allow your students to sort out Newton’s three laws of motion for themselves!Each station is easy to set up and each one takes about 3 minutes for the students to complete. Attached are directions for the teacher, including the materials list (all materials are easy-to-come-by things like plastic cups, eggs, marbles, toy cars, washers, etc.). The only thing that you may need to look for ahead of time are two Newton spring scales and one or
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: Motion and Forces Unit | Speed Velocity Acceleration Newtons Laws Forces
Potential or Kinetic Energy Worksheet - Physical Science
I created this Potential or Kinetic Energy Sort for my students to practice reading situations and deciding if it is an example of potential or kinetic energy. All I have to do is just write a P or a K! Great for practice, homework, seatwork during science centers, or a quiz! An answer key is included. I also have a Potential or Kinetic Energy Sorting Center and worksheet avaialble in my TPT store. Enjoy!
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4th - 8th
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Speed Velocity Acceleration Pixel Art Digital Review
Try this engaging digital review activity after teaching your students how to manipulate the speed formula [s = d/t] to find the speed, the distance, and the time of motion, and the acceleration formula [a = (vf – vi)/time]. This is a worksheet alternative as students will calculate answers and input numerical answers and units into a spreadsheet that reveals a magic picture with correct answers. I suggest requiring the students to write their work on a separate sheet of paper while they complet
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Grades:
8th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-1
Also included in: Physical Science Pixel Art | Middle School Science Review Bundle
Newton's Third Law of Motion Activity
Teach your students about Newton's 3rd law of motion through these science worksheets, digital Google Slides, and a hands-on activity. First, students will read to learn that for every action, there is an equal but opposite reaction. Then they will answer the guided reading comprehension questions to demonstrate their knowledge of Newton's Third Law of Motion. Finally, students will work in cooperative hands on groups to see this law in motion by creating their own version of a hot air balloon.
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5th - 7th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-1
Also included in: Force and Motion Unit
Energy SCOOT or Write the Room - Labeling Light, Sound and Heat
Energy SCOOT is a great activity for your students to review their understanding of the differences between heat, light and sound. Students will have a blast scooting around the room looking at the pictures and recording the sources of energy on their sheets. This activity will keep your students engaged, active and having fun while showing what they know about energy. Included:*20 Energy SCOOT cards*Directions and Suggestions for use as Energy SCOOT or write the room*Recording Sheet*Answer Key
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K - 2nd
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Also included in: SCOOT Games Growing Bundle
STEM Challenge: Build with Straws
Who knew that a bag of straws could be perfect for five must-try STEM projects?!
--> Build straw towers,
--> Design weight bearing bridges,
--> Make a raft,
--> Create straw mazes,
--> And build straw rockets that really fly!
The center cards, posters, record sheets and easy to follow directions are great to use as STEM centers, makerspaces or science centers.
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K - 3rd
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Also included in: Year of STEM Challenges
Light Energy Stations or Light Energy Experiments
Light Energy Stations or Light Energy Experiments Students will love investigating light energy with these simple stations. Each of these mini investigations will take about 4 minutes. Students will be prompted to answer a simple question and/or draw what they see.Instructions and material lists are included. This is a great companion to my Energy Vocabulary PostersI ♥ Followers! All new products are 20% off for the first 24 hours after they are posted! Be the first to learn about new produc
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2nd - 6th
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Types of Waves Foldable - Great for Interactive Notebooks
Students will create a Frayer model foldable which will help them understand the different types of waves: mechanical, longitudinal, transverse, & electromagnetic. This foldable will require students to define the target vocabulary word, draw a picture, and generate illustrated examples + non-examples for each vocabulary word. This is an excellent way for students to master difficult science vocabulary.How is this product useful?✔ Helps students master science vocabulary✔ Requires critical t
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Gravity Mini-Bundle: Worksheets and EASEL Activities
This mini-bundle is useful for primary students during a unit on gravity. Included activities:* Sorting things that stay in the sky vs. returning to Earth* Identifying gravity in action* Drawing examples of gravity* Drawing what would happen if gravity didn't exist* Fill in blank quiz (includes word bank)UPDATE:I've updated this product and it's now an EASEL activity as well! The EASEL version includes a total of 9 digital pages (some differentiated). Enjoy!If you like this groovy gravity packet
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PreK - 3rd
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States of Matter: How are atoms arranged? Hands on reinforcement activity
States of Matter: How are atoms arranged? Hands on reinforcement activity for the 3 different states of Matter. This is an AWESOME hands on activity to help students understand how atoms are arranged in Solids, Liquids and Gasses. The activity requires a little set-up work. You need to punch holes out of 3 different colors of construction paper (the bigger the holes the better and easier) but the pay-off is worth it! there is a color in the dots version and a blank version so you can use Cheerio
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3rd - 6th
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Net Force and Force Diagrams
Net Force, Balance Force(s), Unbalance Force(s) and Force Diagrams Activities.
Students will calculate the net force using force diagrams and identify direction and balance and unbalance force.
Instructional Strategies:
Review Worksheet, Reinforcement, Quiz, Bellringer/Starter, Exit Slip Closure Activity, Handout, Newton's Three Laws of Motion Worksheet
How do I use this in Class:
Students complete the worksheet in pairs.
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5th - 12th
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Density Formula Pixel Art Digital Review
Try this engaging Density Formula Problems digital review activity after teaching your students how to manipulate the density formula (d = m/v) to find the density, the mass, or the volume of an object or substance. This is a worksheet alternative as students will calculate answers and input numerical answers and units into a spreadsheet that reveals a magic picture with correct answers. I suggest requiring the students to write their work on a separate sheet of paper while they complete this di
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-2
Types of Forces Foldable - Great for Interactive Notebooks
Students will create a Frayer model foldable which will help them understand five common forces: normal force, applied force, friction force, tension force, and gravity. This foldable will require students to define the target vocabulary word, write the essential characteristics of the concept, and generate illustrated examples + non-examples for each vocabulary word. This is an excellent way for students to master difficult science vocabulary.How is this product useful?✔ Helps students master s
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Grades:
4th - 10th
Wave Speed Frequency Wavelength Problems Pixel Art Digital Review
Try this engaging digital review activity after teaching your students how to manipulate the wave formula (λ =c / ƒ where c= speed in m/s) to find the wave speed or velocity, wavelength or frequency. There are also a few problems that require the formula to find the period of a wave (ƒ = 1/T) where the period T is time in seconds.To do this activity, you will share a Google Sheets link with your students that will allow them to Make A Copy of their own Abracadabra Pixel Art activity. They will c
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Grades:
8th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS4-1
Also included in: Physical Science Pixel Art | Middle School Science Review Bundle
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
Push And Pull Experiment | Force Motion And Gravity Science | Grade K 1
Introduce the scientific method by comparing pushes and pulls. This is an engaging experiment for a forces and interactions unit. This easy prep lab uses simple supplies. Teacher background and easy-to-follow student journal are included. A great way to discover inertia and gravity with K and 1st grade.Students will follow the scientific method to answer the question: Does a push or a pull affect the number of pennies that will fall into a jar?Digital and Distance Learning Approved. This is
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K - 2nd
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-3
, K-PS2-1
Light Energy Foldable | Reflection Refraction Absorption | Interactive Notebook
Students will create a Frayer Model foldable which will help them understand how light and matter interact. The following vocabulary terms are included: reflection, transmission, & absorption. This foldable will require students to define the target vocabulary word, write down key characteristics, draw an illustration, and generate examples and non-examples. This is an excellent way for students to master difficult science vocabulary.How is this product useful?✔ Helps students master science
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4th - 9th
Scientific Method Activity | BUBBLES
Scientific Method and Bubbles- learn science concepts using the scientific method and something everyone loves- BUBBLES!This resource includes three (3) great experiments following the scientific method using bubbles to teach the scientific concepts of:*Surface Tension*Air Pressure*Light WavesEach experiment can be done in a more guided environment or more independently for students who are more familiar with the scientific method.For each experiment there are several great extensions that can b
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5th - 6th
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Motion and Forces Task Cards Mad Lib Review Activity Speed Velocity Net Force
These digital or print Motion and Forces 'Mad Lib' Task Cards cover the basics of motion (speed, velocity, acceleration) and forces for the beginning of a physics unit. These are great to use for formative assessment/review during a unit or before a quiz. The questions draw from the Understand, Apply, Analyze, and Evaluate levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy. The topics covered are: the concept of a reference point, balanced and unbalanced forces, net force, units for types of motion/force, definitions a
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-4
, MS-PS2-2
, MS-PS2-1
Also included in: Motion and Forces Unit | Speed Velocity Acceleration Newtons Laws Forces
STEM Challenge: Build with Paper
Grab a batch of ordinary copy paper for four kid-approved STEM projects!
--> Test the flight distance and load capacity of paper airplanes,
--> Make spinning paper helicopters,
--> Build index card towers,
--> And test the strength of different 3D shapes.
The center cards, posters, record sheets and easy to follow directions are great to use as STEM centers, makerspaces or science centers.
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Grades:
PreK - 2nd
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Also included in: Year of STEM Challenges
Reflection and Refraction of Light Energy Sorting Activity
Use these sorting cards to strengthen students' understanding of reflection and refraction of light energy. Includes 24 cards total: 12 cards with real-life images, 6 with conceptual illustrations, and 6 with text. Differentiating between reflection and refraction is a difficult concept to master. These cards can be used to support student learning in a variety of ways.As a station that students rotate through along with other related stations.As a fast finisher centerAs a warm-up or exit ticke
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Reflection and Refraction of Light Energy | Activities BUNDLE
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