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Science Common Core 3.MD.C.7b resources
Emergency Third Grade Sub Plans Entire Year BUNDLE | 3rd Grade Substitute Plans
Third Grade Emergency Substitute Lesson Plans! This substitute bundle includes 21 DETAILED third grade sub plans. These third grade sub plans are perfect for any emergency sub day or a day packed with engaging themed activities! These plans are no prep - just print and leave for your sub! Students and substitutes will love the activities included in each sub pack! These sub plans include reading, math, writing, social studies and science activities. These plans also include an editable PowerPoin
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2nd - 4th
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STEM Project Cardboard Arcade | Caine's Arcade Challenge
Newly updated, now includes digital and printable versions! This STEM project gives students the opportunity to create an arcade out of cardboard! It is a highly engaging activity that will take your students through the Engineering Design Process! It also incorporates optional math concepts such as computation, determining area/perimeter, and identifying/creating polygons. It is simple to use just print and the students can begin building using recycled materials. Be ready for your student
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: STEM Challenges Bundle
Martin Luther King Jr. Day STEM Activity with Writing Extension
Martin Luther King Jr. (Integrated Math, Reading, and Writing Activities Included!)Students receive a letter from Martin Luther King Jr. giving facts about his life and instructing students to create a podium that he will use to deliver his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. A fun and engaging MLK Day activity!Includes writing pages for students to write about their dreams. Math activities are included as well that cover geometry standards including 2D and 3D shapes, shape attributes (faces, edges,
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1st - 5th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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Also included in: Winter STEM Activities and Challenges Bundle
Bird Nest STEM Challenge (Biomimicry Engineering Activity)
Bird Nest Engineering Design Challenge Students will dive into the engineering design process with this hands-on STEM challenge building a nest to safely catch a falling egg. A follow-up activity teaches biomimicry by relating what was learned in building a bird nest and applying it to designing a landing pad for a space capsule. As a student-driven assignment, the purpose of the teacher is to act as a facilitator. You will provide the structure to the project, but students will take an active r
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Distance Learning: Digital STEM Activity Bundle
STEM Novel Activity: The One and Only Ivan
This project combines all four aspects of STEM.S: Animal HabitatsT: Zoo ResearchE: Planning a ZooM: Area and Perimeter Calculations for ZooDirections This project combines all 4 parts of STEM. It is separated into 2 lessons. Lesson 1 combines science and technology. Lesson 2 combines engineering and math. I like to do both lessons over the course of a day. I use Lesson 1 during my language arts block and then Lesson 2 during math. SuppliesLesson 1: letter to class (can be copied off or
Build a Model House STEAM Activity-Measure Area, Perimeter, Volume and More!
Turn your classroom into a construction zone with this fun STEM measurement project! Measure length, width, height, area, perimeter, and volume using both standard and metric units. Video tutorials are included for self-directed or teacher-directed learning!This product includes the following:Teacher Materials:• 3rd Grade Common Core State Standards (those used in project) Overview with "I CAN" Statements• 4th Grade Common Core State Standards (those used in project) Overview with "I CAN" Statem
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3rd - 5th
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Escape the Candy Factory No-Locks Breakout Easy Prep and Engaging
Are you looking for an Escape Room for a holiday - Valentine's Day or Halloween? Maybe an activity that uses candy? This math-based No Locks Escape Room has those features, but the best news is that it can be used for any day - not just holidays! NOTE: This Escape Room is available in money-saving bundles: Click here for the Escape the Candy Factory and Popcorn Volume STEM ChallengeClick here for the NoLocks Escape Room BundleIn this No Locks Escape Room students complete tasks to earn a method
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Valentine's Day No Locks Candy Escape and Puzzle Pack BUNDLE
Thanksgiving Turkey Nest Challenge Engineering Activity
Thanksgiving Turkey Nest STEM ChallengeStudents will practice the Engineering Design Process with this hands-on STEM challenge building a turkey nest to safely catch a falling egg. A fun twist on the classic egg-drop challenge, this activity is an exciting way to foster critical thinking and team-building skills! An included bonus activity adds an additional theoretical design challenge and writing topic. Students must brainstorm and design a device to protect the newly laid turkey eggs from pre
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3rd - 9th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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Also included in: Fall & Halloween STEM Challenges Activity Bundle
ixl Checklist - Third Grade BUNDLE
Introducing the perfect tool for 3rd-grade teachers who want to ensure that their students are mastering essential math skills: the 3rd Grade IXL.com Checklist. This comprehensive checklist is designed to help teachers keep track of their student's progress and ensure that they are meeting grade-level expectations.Using this checklist, teachers can assign specific skills for students to work on, track their progress over time, and identify areas where additional instruction may be needed. The ch
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3rd
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3rd Grade Common Core Standards Based Gradebook *NEWLY UPDATED with NGSS*
3rd Grade standards based gradebook aligned to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics as well as Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Includes enough room for a class or grade-level wide gradebook. Includes page for tracking school and home independent reading. Standards Based Grading format for scoring from 1 to 4. Cells change colors when scores are entered: 1 - red, 2 - yellow, 3 - green, 4 - blue.
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3rd
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NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-ESS3-1
, 3-LS4-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-ESS2-1
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Ancient China Printer STEM Challenge - Engineering Design
Ancient China STEM Challenge - Engineering Design with Digital JournalsTravel to Ancient China with your students for an educational adventure with this complete lesson! Read the letter from fictitious travel guides explaining the invention of the Movable Type Printer in China. Students will learn about inventions and replication as they make their own movable type printers! This lesson also includes an extension activity with instructions to build and test a homemade compass which was also in
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K - 5th
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Also included in: STEM Explorers: Elementary STEM Curriculum + History Around the World
2nd Grade Escape Room | Escape Room 3rd Grade | End of the Year Escape School
Check out this 2nd grade escape room and escape room for 3rd grade! This summer escape room is great for the end of the school year and an activity that will review essential skills in a fun and interactive way!The perfect end of year escape the school game reviews math skills and ELA. It is even editable to personalize the 3rd and 2nd grade escape room to your school! Easily set up this escape room for the last day of school and make it memorable and fun! More Information on this 2nd Grade Esca
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2nd - 3rd
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Area and Perimeter Activity | Holiday STEM Activity | Wrapping Paper Math
What is the best wrapping method that uses the least amount of paper? You will choose one of three methods available and learn how to wrap a gift. Then, you will unwrap the gift and find the area and perimeter of the paper, while comparing your results with your classmates. This quick, Engineering Design Process challenge is a great way to apply mathematical skills and also learn the art of wrapping a gift. =========================Use the Engineering Design Process in the holiday STEM activity
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: Technology & STEM Activities for Winter | Bundle
STEM Math Activities Bundle | Math PBL | Math Extensions
This bundle includes 5 different math STEM projects. Students will use the Engineering Design Process, math concept understanding, and recyclables to create a product. Students will be so highly engaged they will not notice they are applying their math skills! This bundle is the best deal because you get each PBL project at 20% off!
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
STEM PBL Civil Engineering - Bridge Design Math Measurement Weight Money Project
STEM PBL - CIVIL ENGINEERING FOR KIDS BRIDGE DESIGNThis exciting Fun Mathwork Product makes bridge design accessible for kids! This product is great to use as a spine to teach kids about bridges. It can also be used to supplement a stick bridge project, reinforce basic math skills for your students, and/or use just use for fun!Bridge Design is composed of (3) Exciting Modules:MODULE 1 - BRIDGE TYPESThis module is an Introduction into bridge types using pictures, descriptions, and vocabulary. Thi
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2nd - 5th
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Communicative Activities (for STEAM Maker Challenge Cards) (A4 Size)
STEAM Maker Challenge Cards Extension: Communicative Activities for Language DevelopmentBe sure to download the FREE Teacher Guide!These activities are further expansions of the STEAM Maker Challenge Cards.* They focus on developing oracy, design skills, critical thinking, and teamwork, alongside STEAM skills. After learners construct something--alone or in groups--they are guided to look closely at the product and think carefully about the experience. These tasks are followed by an interactive
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1st - 4th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-2
, 2-PS1-2
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Also included in: STEAM Maker Challenge Bundle (A4 Size)
Communicative Activities (for STEAM Maker Challenge Cards) (8.5 x 11)
STEAM Maker Challenge Cards Extension: Communicative Activities for Language DevelopmentBe sure to download the FREE Teacher Guide!These activities are further expansions of the STEAM Maker Challenge Cards.* They focus on developing oracy, design skills, critical thinking, and teamwork, alongside STEAM skills. After learners construct something--alone or in groups--they are guided to look closely at the product and think carefully about the experience. These tasks are followed by an interactive
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1st - 4th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-2
, 2-PS1-2
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Also included in: STEAM Maker Challenge Bundle (8.5 x 11)
Gingerbread House Mini Unit - STEAM, Writing, Life Skills, Social Studies!
This project-based mini unit came from the brains of 3 2nd grade teachers who wanted something engaging, challenging and cross-curricular for their students to experience in the winter months. We taught each lesson, modifying it to fit our class needs and we hope you do the same. In my class, I allowed 2 days to build instead of one. In my coworkers class, she added the extra challenge of creating roads and neighborhoods between student houses. They discussed problem solving skills between disag
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1st - 4th
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K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
Spring Garden Lesson Plans and Activities - Third and Fourth Grade - Ten Weeks
Kids will love these Garden-based Science, Nature, and Nutrition Lessons are written for Third and Fourth Grade students (and can also be used with older children).These Spring Season lessons touch on various topics that promote the know-how to grow a thriving garden while using environmentally responsible practices. Children also review topics covered in past books. This holistic approach encourages lasting garden science comprehension, smart nutritional choices, and conscious Earth citizenry.R
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3rd - 4th
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4-LS1-1
, 3-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS3-2
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Natural Disasters Thematic Unit!
This unit is designed around the topic of natural disasters. This unit covers the following content areas, ELA, Math, Science, and Research skills. Designed to encourage STEM engineering and hands on participation. Great to use as an end of the year activity!
This unit includes.....
- Direction sheets for teachers, for ELA, Science, Math, and Research
- Images on how to test student structures
- Links to research articles
- Graphic organizers
- Research bookmark
- Writing prompt
- Writing rubri
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3rd - 5th
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STEM PBL-Civil Engineering Traffic Sign Math Area Perimeter Measurement Activity
Civil Engineering - Kids Traffic Sign MathArea, Perimeter, Measurement, & More Fun ActivitiesTraffic Sign Math is a fun way to get kids excited about traffic signs, area, perimeter and more! Come check out all of the awesome traffic signs and cool scenes in the PREVIEW.This NO PREP project includes the following:Basic introduction into traffic engineeringApplication of basic traffic engineering skillsArea of rectangles and squares (inches and feet)Perimeter of rectangles, squares, and triang
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2nd - 5th
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Cargo Boat Engineering Bundle: Budget and Calculating Area STEM Challenges
In this engineering design STEM challenge, students will use & apply science and math concepts to their cargo boat design. This simple, yet complex, engineering design challenge will task students to build an aluminum foil boat that can hold the most amount of cargo/mass (pennies) possible. In the first challenge, there is a constraint of the amount of aluminum foil students can use, therefore, they will have to calculate the area of a rectangular piece of foil that they choose to use to ma
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2nd - 6th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
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STEM Project Snow Day
This STEM project gives students the opportunity to create an item that will make a snow day even better! It is a highly engaging activity that will take your students through the Engineering Design Process. It is simple to use, just print and the students can begin building using recycled materials. Be ready for your students to have a blast and inspire the entire school community! This product includes:Table of ContentsTeacher Direction PagesSuggested Recycled Material PageFamily Letter to
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3rd - 5th
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Engineer a Cargo Boat: Calculating Area Applied Math STEM Challenge
In this engineering design STEM challenge, students will use & apply science and math concepts to their cargo boat design. This simple, yet complex, engineering design challenge will task students to build an aluminum foil boat that can hold the most amount of cargo/mass (pennies) possible. There is a constraint of the amount of aluminum foil students can use, therefore, they will have to calculate the area of a rectangle piece of foil that they choose to use to make sure it is under 600 squ
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2nd - 6th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 2-PS1-2
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