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Earth sciences Common Core CCRA.W.4 resources under $5
Natural Resources Research Project
Students research and create a presentation about a material natural resource of their choice. Students investigate:-the resource and what it is made up of-how the resource forms-where the resource is distributed around the world-why it is distributed that way-uses of the resource-the harvesting process and its consequences related to the environmentIncluded in this file is:-project outline and note-taking guide-peer evaluation form-link to Google slide template for student presentations-grading
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Climate Change Reading & Worksheet Extreme Weather Claim Evidence Reasoning CER
This product helps students understand the science of Climate Change and the possible impact it has on extreme weather events. It was written in 2015 and considering the intensity of the 2017 hurricane season the article is very prophetic. Students will use evidence in the article that climate change has and will continue to contribute to more intense storms, snow, rain, droughts and other weather events.Claim Evidence Reasoning or C.E.R. charts are great for getting your students to explain phe
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Penguins Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 2nd Grade
This penguins main idea and details resource includes 10 penguin themed reading comprehension passages for primary grades in two different versions. Each reading comprehension passage includes a simplified multiple choice version and an expanded writing response version for differentiated learning.Penguin Reading Comprehension Passages Include:- Below the Equator- Not a Flyer- Camouflaged- Molting- Large and Small- Nesting- Next Generation- Incubating the Eggs- The Chicks- PredatorsAll content
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Primary Reading Comprehension Passages & Activities Bundle
Fossil Record Research Project and CER for Middle School Life Science - MS-LS4-1
Are you looking for an engaging way to teach your middle school students about the fossil record? Let them solve a mystery! In this fossil record research project, your students will learn about fossilized whale remains discovered in a Chilean desert. Then they will gather information from text and video sources and craft a CER response explaining why marine fossils are sometimes found in the desert.The lesson meets science, reading, and writing standards. Students begin with gathering evidence
Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-1
CLOUD TYPES AND FORMATIONS UNIT INSPIRED BY CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
This unit is a great way to tie the fun book, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs in with an exploratory science unit on cloud formations. You will need a copy of the book to read, then just pose the question-Which type of cloud do you think the food fell from in the town of Chewandswallow? This question will begin a week-long study of the four major cloud types: Cirrus, Stratus, Cumulus, and Cumulonimbus.Activities for the week that are included in this download are:Cloud flipbook so students
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
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Extreme Weather & Natural Disasters Brochure - 5 Ws and H Research-Based Project
Have you been looking for the perfect research-based project on extreme weather and/or natural disasters for your upper elementary students? Look no further! This brochure is for you! This resource will have your students exercising their research skills meanwhile improving their informational writing. Using the 5 Ws and H framework to answer pertinent information, students will demonstrate what they've learned in Earth Science in regards to extreme weather, landforms, cause and effects of human
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: 3 Science Brochures/Pamphlets - Research Projects for Grades 3 to 6
Animal Brochure - Informational Writing Research Project for Grade 3 & 4
Have you been looking for the perfect research-based project on animals and biomes for your elementary students? Look no further! This brochure is for you! This resource will have your students exercising their research skills meanwhile improving their informational writing. Get to know your students better as they research their favorite animals, meanwhile demonstrating what they've learned in class in regards to animal classification (species), animal adaptations, food chains, biomes, and so m
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: 3 Science Brochures/Pamphlets - Research Projects for Grades 3 to 6
Distance Learning Claim Evidence Reasoning Plate Tectonics Pangaea Digital
With this product, students will understand the science behind Plate Tectonics and evidence provided by the author claiming that parts of North America were once attached to Australia by reading an article and filling in a Claim Evidence Reasoning Chart/Graphic Organizer. This resource is now Distance Learning optional! You get a link to make a virtual copy for Google Classroom!The article has the following concepts:Plate TectonicsContinental platesFormation of landforms Super Continent PangaeaS
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Grades:
5th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
Mystery Science Kit | Grade 4- Mystery 2- Gravitational Energy + Collisions
When my school district began using the Mystery Science curriculum, I fell in love. However, I found that the video lessons and activities on their own did not provide me with enough material to turn these important lessons into a full week of teaching- I wanted to stay on one topic to really have the time for student discovery, incorporating literacy, and fun research.It is completely no-prep for you, and is ready for printed or digital practice right now!Unit- Energizing EverythingLesson Topic
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
, 4-PS3-2
Also included in: Mystery Science | Grade 4 | Complete Unit Bundle | Energizing Everything
Claim Evidence Reasoning Practice Reading CER Digital NGSS California Wildfires
With this product students will understand the science behind the weather that causes wildfires by reading an article and filling in a Claim Evidence Reasoning Chart/Graphic Organizer. Students will use evidence in the article that unique weather conditions in California create devastating conditions for wildfires that support the claim of the author.This resource is now Distance Learning optional! You get a link to make a virtual copy for Google Classroom!This is great for a current event, sub
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in: Human Impacts NGSS MS-ESS3 Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER)
Mystery Science Kit | Grade 4- Mystery 1- Volcanoes + Earth's Patterns | Digital
When my school district began using the Mystery Science curriculum, I fell in love. However, I found that the video lessons and activities on their own did not provide me with enough material to turn these important lessons into a full week of teaching- I wanted to stay on one topic to really have the time for student discovery, incorporating literacy, and fun research.It is completely no-prep for you, and is ready for printed or digital practice right now!Unit- The Birth of RocksLesson Topic- V
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-ESS1-1
, 4-ESS2-2
NGSS Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER) Kilauea Volcano Eruption Earthquakes
Students learn about the Volcano Kilauea through a C.E.R. (Claim Evidence Reasoning) graphic organizer. This is great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is in the article, they then use data that supports the claim in the "Evidence" section, draw visual evidence and then explain why the evidence supports the claim in the "Reasoning" se
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Grades:
5th - 11th
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
Dinosaur Brochure/Pamphlet - Research Project for Grade 3 & 4
Here's the perfect research brochure for your elementary students! As an elementary Visual Arts & Science specialist, I know how hard it can be to find engaging and aesthetically pleasing research projects that are age-appropriate for our students. Thus, I designed this dinosaur trifold, brochure, pamphlet (or whatever you call it!) with my grade 3 and 4 students in mind! Whenever wrapping up our unit on Fossils, I end it with this simple yet engaging research project on dinosaurs.This educa
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
Also included in: 3 Science Brochures/Pamphlets - Research Projects for Grades 3 to 6
Weather Activities 3rd Grade Weather Seasons Weather Tools & Water Cycle
These hands-on weather and seasons science flipbook activities for 2nd and 3rd grade make a great addition to your weather units! Second and third grade students will learn about types of weather, seasons, weather, tools, and the water cycle using these NGSS Science Weather and Seasons Flip Books!Students will use the interactive flip books to learn all about Weather, Seasons, the Water Cycle, and demonstrate their understanding of weather. Quick and easy setup plus clear student directions make
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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NGSS:
3-ESS3-1
, 3-ESS2-1
, 2-ESS1-1
, 2-ESS2-3
, 3-LS4-4
Also included in: Weather and Climate 3rd Grade NGSS 2nd Grade Weather and Seasons Unit
Mystery Science Kit | Grade 4- Mystery 1- Human Machine Skeleton Muscles Digital
When my school district began using the Mystery Science curriculum, I fell in love. However, I found that the video lessons and activities on their own did not provide me with enough material to turn these important lessons into a full week of teaching- I wanted to stay on one topic to really have the time for student discovery, incorporating literacy, and fun research.It is completely no-prep for you, and is ready for printed or digital practice right now!Unit- Human MachineLesson Topic- Muscle
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-LS1-1
Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Activity │ 50 Fact-Checking Animal Questions
This internet scavenger hunt WebQuest activity on fascinating animal facts is valuable for educators looking to enhance their science lesson plans, teach fact-checking, encourage critical thinking, or keep students busy :). These prompts provide a series of thought-provoking questions about animals that will challenge students to research and learn about the fascinating world of wildlife. WHAT WILL YOUR STUDENTS LEARN?With various topics covered, from the characteristics of different species to
Grades:
7th - 10th
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Also included in: Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Bundle - Google Forms Version Included
Mystery Science Kit | Grade 4- Mystery 1- Speed + Energy | Digital
When my school district began using the Mystery Science curriculum, I fell in love. However, I found that the video lessons and activities on their own did not provide me with enough material to turn these important lessons into a full week of teaching- I wanted to stay on one topic to really have the time for student discovery, incorporating literacy, and fun research.It is completely no-prep for you, and is ready for printed or digital practice right now!Unit- Energizing EverythingLesson Topic
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
, 4-PS3-2
Also included in: Mystery Science | Grade 4 | Complete Unit Bundle | Energizing Everything
North America Geography Activity World Geography 3rd Grade Geography Project
This North American continent activity takes students on a journey to explore the continent's places, people, and animals. Students will learn about maps, demographics, key geographical features, climate, biomes, ocean currents, and much more!What is included:45-page digital Google Slides activityScreenreader friendly versionBoth written and instant correct ‘click the right answer’ questions.4-minute mini-lesson video4-page written activityAnswer sheetWhy Choose Adventure with Aly?Aligned with C
Grades:
2nd - 5th
NGSS:
3-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 3-ESS2-2
Mystery Science Kit | Grade 4 - Mystery 2 - Light, Eyes + Vision | Digital
When my school district began using the Mystery Science curriculum, I fell in love. However, I found that the video lessons and activities on their own did not provide me with enough material to turn these important lessons into a full week of teaching- I wanted to stay on one topic to really have the time for student discovery, incorporating literacy, and fun research.It is completely no-prep for you, and is ready for printed or digital practice right now!Unit- Human MachineLesson Topic- Light,
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-PS4-2
, 4-LS1-1
, 4-LS1-2
It's the Water Cycle | Step by Step Paragraph Packet | Informational Writing
Are you looking for a way to integrate your science lessons with paragraph writing? Our It's the Water Cycle Paragraph Packet leads young writers through each step of the writing process as they write a well-developed informative paragraph about what they learned in class about the water cycle. When student writing is complete, use the included rubric to assess and bulletin board letters and graphics to display student work! Our Paragraph Packets are designed to guide primary students through
Grades:
1st - 3rd
Mystery Science Kit | Grade 4 - Mystery 4 - Brain, Nerves + Processing | Digital
When my school district began using the Mystery Science curriculum, I fell in love. However, I found that the video lessons and activities on their own did not provide me with enough material to turn these important lessons into a full week of teaching- I wanted to stay on one topic to really have the time for student discovery, incorporating literacy, and fun research.It is completely no-prep for you, and is ready for printed or digital practice right now!Unit- Human MachineLesson Topic- Brain,
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-PS4-2
, 4-LS1-1
, 4-LS1-2
Mystery Science Kit | Grade 4 - Mystery 4 - Sedimentary Rock, Fossils | Digital
When my school district began using the Mystery Science curriculum, I fell in love. However, I found that the video lessons and activities on their own did not provide me with enough material to turn these important lessons into a full week of teaching- I wanted to stay on one topic to really have the time for student discovery, incorporating literacy, and fun research.It is completely no-prep for you, and is ready for printed or digital practice right now!Unit- The Birth of RocksLesson Topic- S
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-ESS1-1
, 4-ESS2-2
Mystery Science Kit | Grade 4 - Mystery 2 - Volcanoes + Rock Cycle | Digital
When my school district began using the Mystery Science curriculum, I fell in love. However, I found that the video lessons and activities on their own did not provide me with enough material to turn these important lessons into a full week of teaching- I wanted to stay on one topic to really have the time for student discovery, incorporating literacy, and fun research.It is completely no-prep for you, and is ready for printed or digital practice right now!Unit- The Birth of RocksLesson Topic- V
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-ESS1-1
, 4-ESS2-2
World Biomes Mini-Reports and Word Wall
The World Biomes Printable Pack Includes:
Word Wall with ‘Read and Write’ Copywork Cards
Biome Coloring
Biome Mini-Reports Worksheets
For these biomes/habitats:
Arid Desert
Coastal Desert
Temperate Forest
Tropical Rain Forest
Ice
Tundra
Alpine
Ocean
Tidal Zone
Wetlands
Savanna
Grasslands
City
Graphics by Educlips, frames by Scrappin’ Doodles.
I am most excited about the mini-report section of this printable pack. On this page, your kiddos can look up the various biomes, either in a book or
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Grades:
PreK - 3rd
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