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Science Common Core L.5.4b resources
Prefix Suffix and Root Word Posters for Science
Expand and improve scientific vocabulary by providing your students with an understanding of prefixes, suffixes, and root words. Teaching students to use prefixes, suffixes, and roots to break down large, unfamiliar words, gives them the tools they need to understand the meanings of unfamiliar words in science. Create an easy bulletin board or classroom display you can leave up all year long! This set of 50 prefix, suffix, and root word posters each features a word part, definition, and 2-3 ex
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5th - 7th
Also included in: Science Teacher Toolkit Back to School
5th Grade PBL Science | Earth's Systems, Spheres | School Science Fair Project
This 3-week project-based learning (science-focused) research-based unit is the perfect way to teach reading, writing, research skills, and plan/host a science fair in one engaging, real-world unit. Your students will use key standards, such as research, reading comprehension, and inquiry in a real-life scenario. The best part about PBL is that student choice and differentiation are built in!Driving Question: How can we create an interactive exhibit showcasing the interaction of Earth's Systems
Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | August Morning Work | Daily Language & Reading
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These August Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each August morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the passage
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5th - 7th
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ONE DAY IN THE TROPICAL RAINFOREST Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Jean Craighead George Higher-Order Discussion Questions/Writing Prompts from each chapter.Skills included: figurative language, citing evidence, drawing conclusions, analyzing character actions, steps in a process, vocabulary, point of view, compare and contrast, open ended questions, writing prompts, and more. Science and Math content.Laminate pages: cut apart and staple together at the top or insert ring binders. Includes answer cards so students can self assess. Discussions are guided by stud
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3rd - 5th
Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | June Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These June Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each June morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the passage, st
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5th - 7th
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Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | May Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These May Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each May morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the passage, stud
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5th - 7th
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"Fizz and Fireworks: Chemical Reactions" article and reader response sheet
Have your students study science AND language arts as they explore chemical reactions—what they are and how they work. Students will even learn how to read basic chemical equations! It is suited as an engaging introduction to chemical reactions for grades 5 and 6.The article defines what chemical reactions are and explores how they work in the real world. It explores a simple chemical formation, water, then moves to a more complex chemical reaction: burning magnesium in fireworks. This passage a
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5th - 8th
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Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | April Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These April Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each April morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the passage,
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5th - 7th
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Greek Roots Interactive Flash Cards Digital Resource
These Greek & Latin roots PowerPoint flash cards work like traditional flash cards except instead of using plain ol' text, these flash cards use interesting, colorful, funny images and animations to teach your students the meaning of Greek and Latin roots.How does it work?Write the ten Greek & Latin roots and their English meaning on the board. Tell students to number their paper from one to ten. Explain to students that you are going to show them an image. They are to choose which Greek
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5th - 8th
Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | March Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These March Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each March morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the passage,
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5th - 7th
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Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | January Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These January Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each January morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the passa
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5th - 7th
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Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | February Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These February Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each February morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the pas
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5th - 7th
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Spaced Out!
Spaced Out! Comprehensive Space VocabularyDive into the universe with our "Explore the Cosmos" educational set, meticulously crafted for grade 5 educators looking to ignite a passion for space and astronomy in their classrooms. This rich collection of materials is perfect for enhancing vocabulary, comprehension, and engagement with exciting space themes.What’s Included:- Space Vocabulary Presentation: An engaging PowerPoint presentation covering 35 carefully chosen space-related words, including
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4th - 6th
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Talk like a Scientist
Introduce your students to the exciting world of science with our comprehensive Science Vocabulary and Famous Scientists Activities! This educational package is meticulously designed to boost vocabulary acquisition, enhance scientific literacy, and foster critical thinking skills in 5th-grade students, aligning seamlessly with Common Core State Standards (CCSS). What’s Included:Vocabulary Presentation: Engage your class with a visually appealing presentation featuring 20 core scientific vocabula
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4th - 6th
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The ROOT of Science - Science Morphology Study
While teaching new vocabulary or reviewing concepts in any subject area it is important to remember the core of the English language, morphemes! With this resource you will be able to teach students the main prefixes, affixes, and suffixes used within upper elementary science content. This will help students make connections across content areas and broaden their vocabulary. What‘s Included:Morpheme Lists for: Scientific Method, Biology, Astronomy, and Physics (96 Roots Total!)Blooket Links - Li
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3rd - 6th
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5-ESS2-2
, 4-PS4-2
, 5-PS1-3
, 4-LS1-1
, 5-PS1-4
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Reading Skills Passage - Salty Surprise: How Salinity Affects Density
Maximize your instruction time by covering a lot with a little! This article begins with a brief explanation of why ocean water is salty, then explains the relationship between salinity and density. The packet also includes a word-study sheet that explores the word root sal and the word matter. It even explores onomatopoeias!Students can interact with the text in several ways; you choose how and how much. Here is what's included:404-word reading passage that explains the relationship between sal
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4th - 7th
Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | November Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These November Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each November morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the pas
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5th - 7th
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Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | December Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These December Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each December morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the pas
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5th - 7th
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Platypus PowerPoint with Activity and Study Guide
Get ready to explore the world of the Duck-billed platypus, one of the most bizarre and mysterious mammals in the world from eastern Australia and Tasmania. Platypus facts include that they sport a tail like a beaver, bill and feet like a duck, and lay eggs like a bird! Platypuses give birth to furless babies called puggles. What's Included:One Quick Start GuideOne 23-slide animated PowerPoint (both PPTX and PDF file types)One 20-page fillable student activity and study guideOne 26-page EDITABLE
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3rd - 8th
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4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-4
, 4-LS1-2
Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | October Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These October Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each October morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the passa
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5th - 7th
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Science Bell Ringer and Warmups | September Morning Work | Daily Language
Are you looking for a way for your middle school students to gain knowledge of important science while practicing comprehension skills, grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and more? These September Science warm ups and bell ringers are the perfect NO PREP tool to get your students engaged and learning as soon as they walk in the door. Each September morning work bell ringer is a one page nonfiction passage based on a science event that happened that same day in history. After reading the p
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5th - 7th
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Quick Read: Newton's Three Laws | Passage and Questions | Student Reading Check
Do your students need a reading check up? Use this quick read (217 words) to combine science with reading comprehension. Students learn about the three laws of motion and answer five questions that review comprehension skills and word knowledge.Resource includes:217 word reading passage5 question mini quiz that tests comprehension skills (main idea, details, text features) and word knowledgeAnswer keyConvenient one page payout5th grade reading level, but appropriate for other grades, including m
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3rd - 8th
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Water Conservation Toolkit for Elementary: Engaging Activities & Mind Maps
Embark on an educational journey with the "Water Conservation Toolkit," designed specifically for elementary school students! This valuable resource offers an array of engaging activities, including mind maps, reading comprehension worksheets, and interactive exercises aimed at promoting awareness about the importance of saving water. Perfect for grades 1-5, this toolkit not only educates on why we cannot drink seawater and where our home water comes from but also emphasizes the critical role of
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1st - 5th
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1-ESS1-1
, 3-LS4-1
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Articles - 1: Goblin Sharks - MAGNIFICENT or MONSTROUS? - Fact & Opinion
READING & WRITING - ANALYZING - COMPREHENSION - TEST PREP ................................................................... FOCUS: FACT & OPINIONTEXT"MAGNIFICENT OR MONSTROUS" is a nonfiction ARTICLE ABOUT goblin sharks. These are rare deep-sea sharks called living fossils. Goblin sharks have a perfect blend of incredibly cool ADAPTATIONS and hideous APPEARANCE traits, making this an ideal article for FACT & OPINION......................................................TOPICS APPROP
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Articles - 12: POEMS, ARTICLES & NARRATIVES - BUNDLE II - PDF & ONLINE
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Importance of learning science
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Benefits of learning science
Learning science offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. In fact, it helps students:
- Question the world around them and seek evidence-based explanations
- Cultivate their ability to observe, experiment, and analyze data
- Nurture a sense of curiosity, awe, and wonder about the natural world
- Understand natural phenomena and the laws that govern the universe
With a solid foundation in science, teachers can help empower students to think critically, solve problems, make informed decisions, and engage with the world around them in meaningful ways.
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