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Earth sciences Common Core RST.11-12.7 resources
Solar System: Totally Tourist Tour of Our Solar System Online Research Activity
Solar system tour...online of course! With the internet as their resource, students explore current information about our Solar System and discover some fun and interesting information about the planets along the way.Answers not included.Click here to follow my store and receive the latest updates.Original Artwork (©AwesomeScience). For Personal Use Only. Uneditable.Page count does not include Terms of Use and links to supplementary activities. Copyright ©AwesomeScience 2013 – The Present.All R
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5th - 11th, Adult Education
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Complete Astronomy Unit IV "The Inner Planets"
Zip file of the complete Unit IV Astronomy "The Inner Planets." Includes an assessment folder with answer keys; student worksheets, activities and reviews in both Word and PDF format. Assessments in this unit have been converted and can now (also) be given online and auto-graded through Easel. Graphics were added in Easel with each assessment to help with student understanding.Files also include two comprehensive PowerPoint lessons with up-to-date information and instructor slide sorter notes wi
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8th - 12th
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HS-ESS1-4
Environmental Science Curriculum Flint Water Crisis WebQuest
✋️Hey high school educators! Are you on the hunt for a resource that truly engages your students while delving into the complexities of environmental science?Discover how our Google Form Inquiry-Based WebQuest on the Flint Water Crisis seamlessly integrates with units on Environmental Science, Water Quality and Pollution, Renewable Energy, Public Health, and Government Policies, offering a comprehensive and engaging approach to exploring pressing environmental issues in your classroom.This inter
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9th - 12th
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HS-LS2-7
, HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-6
, HS-ESS3-4
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Earth Hero Research Project (Environmental Science, Life Science) End of Year
Earth Day Hero Poster Environmental Science ProjectIf you want your high school students to end the year with a fun, creative assignment, which is also easy to implement, involving no stress and limited prep- this project is for you! Earth Day was established to celebrate the progress of the environmental movement. In light of the hope that Earth Day brings, this project is a time for you to research one of the many environmental superheroes who have made a positive impact on our planet for fut
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9th - 12th
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HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-6
, HS-ESS3-4
Complete Astronomy Unit X "Cosmology and Life in the Universe"
The last unit in Astronomy B - second semester. This unit attempts to explain some fairly abstract concepts and ideas in Cosmology - in mostly simple non-mathematical terms. Short videos were selected in the PowerPoint programs to emphasize and clarify some of these abstract concepts (a lot of time went into this unit!) Two PowerPoint lessons with slide sorter notes to answer student most frequently asked questions (FAQ's) and to help with instruction with a 20-question online lesson review; thr
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8th - 12th
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HS-ESS1-2
Marine Ecosystem Project
I created this when I was running out of time in the marking period and I needed to cover the major marine ecosystems. In addition to students learning about different marine ecosystems, they get the opportunity to practice explaining and using concepts such as: salinity, pH, brackish, density, wave action, consumers, producers, ecosystem services, and more. The project includes student instructions, teacher instructions, and a rubric! This was written for 11th/12th grade high school marine bi
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9th - 12th
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HS-ESS2-7
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-LS2-6
, HS-ESS2-2
Claim Evidence and Reasoning (CER): Evidence of Climate Change
This claim evidence and reasoning (CER) activity focuses on evidence of climate change using NGSS practices. Students explore evidence of climate change such as tree rings and ice cores using a variety of resources including climate models. This CER resource guides students through the process of developing a claim, gathering credible evidence to support their claim, and persuasively justifying their claim. The CER framework helps students understand how we know the climate is changing by produc
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9th - 12th
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HS-ESS3-5
Astronomy Unit II Lesson III PowerPoint "Formation of Planetary Systems"
PowerPoint Unit II – Lesson III “Formation of Planetary Systems." This lesson summarizes solar system formation theory; planetary physical properties and differences; extrasolar worlds. PowerPoint lessons include several short video links for further understanding of the subject; many graphics and instructor notes (slide sorter) to help in answering student FAQ's. A 20-question interactive quiz/lesson review at Kahoot.it and a Quizizz.com online quiz are also included as links in the last slide
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9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
Natural Disasters Emergency Response Teams Project
CTE LessonThis is a simulated real-world role play for an Engineering, Health Careers, Earth Science, or Elective class.Project Based LearningMeets CTE Standards for Engineering.Meets CTE Anchor StandardsTeaches Engineering Design Process, Earth science, environmental issues, emergency preparedness, teamwork, presentation skills, and more.Developed as a complete 6-8 week unit with everything provided.Created by an award winning veteran educator in engineering.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, HS-ETS1-1
Astronomy Internet Activity "Light and the Sun"
Student Internet investigation that explores light, radiation and the Sun. The activity is divided into two parts. Part one gives students a good overview of what light actually is; the electromagnetic spectrum, and spectroscopy (the study of light). Part two explores the Sun's internal structure, atmosphere, magnetic anomalies; and solar events such as sunspots, flares and coronal mass ejections and their effects on Earth. The latest links containing images and data are presented as well for
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8th - 12th
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Ancient Earth: Birth of the Sky, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide
Fill-in-the-blank viewing guide for PBS Nova Ancient Earth: Birth of the Sky episode. Includes a regular viewing guide, modified version with a word bank, and a completed answer key. The viewing guides follow the video transcript and move in chronological order.Great resource for a substitute teacher, work day, or as an introduction to a larger lesson!
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient Earth Series, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide Bundle
SFA Star Charts Lab Activity
Use star maps to learn about the universe!The SFA Star Charts are four maps representing the entire sky. The maps were created by Dr. Dan Brurton of Stephen A. Austin State Observatory, and can be downloaded at the following Internet site: http://observe.phy.sfasu.edu/The SFA Star Charts display most of the stars in the sky visible to unaided human vision under a dark, moon-free sky (down to magnitude 5), and also many of the interesting deep sky objects visible in small telescopes. In particula
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Earthquake Building Lab w Flat Rate Boxes
This lab uses FREE small USPS flat rate boxes to model buildings in a earthquake zone. You can pick them up for FREE from your local post office, or have them delivered in bulk to your school. Challenge your students to produce buildings that would withstand more earthquake forces. You can also have your students use TinkerCAD to model their home. Your students then modify their building to withstand a greater magnitude earthquake. You can expand this into a building project like the toothpick b
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ESS2-1
, HS-LS2-3
, HS-LS2-7
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Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Hand Drawn Notes - Ozone Depletion
Included in this download: Creative Notes Template, Teacher Answer Key, Student ExampleIf you are looking for resources for middle and high school students that aren't quite so "cutesy," then you have come to the right place! Bonus: This can be entirely PRINT AND GO. No major prep or time is required!Creative Note-Taking: An Invaluable Tool for Teachers and Students!Click the PREVIEW to see what is included in this ready-to-use resource.This multi-sensory creative note sheet is a must-have educa
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9th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-LS2-7
, HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS2-6
, HS-ESS2-7
, HS-ESS3-1
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Galaxy Gallery Lesson Plan
Galaxy Gallery Lesson Plan - students explore types of galaxies through a gallery walk to get them moving and collaborating! Galaxy Gallery is a great introduction or reinforcement activity on galaxy classification and incorporates students writing about their observations. This bundle includes:Editable and PDF slides containing the gallery walkEditable and PDF teacher lesson planSample student worksheetThis lesson is extremely adaptable for in-person learning or remote learning. It has been tri
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9th - 12th
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MS-ESS1-2
, HS-ESS1-2
Complete Astronomy Unit VII "Stars & Nebulae"
Second Unit in Astronomy B (second semester). Five Power point lessons with video links and slide sorter notes for the instructor as well as an interactive 20-question quiz/review at kahoot.it and quizizz.com are included as links in the last slide and can be used as an informal assessment and/or review for each lesson. Four interactive review programs with printable color PDF worksheets; student guidelines/notes and activities that follow each lesson in Unit VII "Stars and Nebulae." Syllabus/ac
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8th - 12th
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HS-ESS1-3
NOVA - Killer Volcanoes. Questions, Activities and Lesson Plans
This 30-question standards-based handout allows students to be engaged while watching the exciting Nova documentary "Killer Volcanoes." You can then extend the activities beyond watching the show, with a number of graphic organizers for fun and creative days of class work, including drawing, creating a skit and writing.You get:A two-day set of lesson plans, with standards, ready for you to adapt and submit.A teacher guide with answers, teaching tips and timings.A 5-page student handout, with 30
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Analyzing the Science of San Andreas (movie) - Geology & Earth Science
How real is the science in the 2015 movie San Andreas? This is a multi-day unit covering concepts in Earth Science, Geology, and Physics, using ELA skills. Using clips from blockbuster action movies is a great way to capture student interest, and this can be presented and assessed at any level from SPED to Honors.
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8th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS2-5
, HS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-2
, HS-ESS3-1
REASONS FOR SEASONS VIRTUAL LAB SIMULATION
NO ADOBE FLASH NEEDED!!!Reason for Seasons Virtual Simulation Lab is excellent for remote learners. The steps for the online lab are extremely easy to follow, including small pictures next to each step that show where to click. Concepts included in the lab are: Earth's tilt, Position in orbit/tilt, Seasons, Angle of the Sun, Position of the Sun in the Sky. Auto-fill boxes are included. (Just click on the box and type) A Conclusion that wraps up the concepts explored in the lab is found at the
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5th - 12th
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MS-ESS2-6
, MS-ESS1-1
Astronomy Internet Activity "The Solar System"
Student Internet investigation (or webquest) that explores the subjects associated with an overview of our solar system; spacecraft exploration of the solar system, and the formation of planetary systems. The activity is divided into three parts. Part one explores the scale and structure of the Solar System and comparative planetology. Part two describes the robotic missions to the planets; their discoveries and some of the future missions planned in space. Part three investigates solar system f
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9th - 12th
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HS-ESS1-6
Soil Erosion Lab
Engaging, hands-on, with real-world applications! This is a great investigative lab ending with a brief soil erosion case study where students will apply what they have learned! This lab will help your students engage in a real lab investigation where they plan and carry out an investigation to observe and compare soil erosion. Best of all, this lab can be used with simple, inexpensive materials, such as plastic water bottles, soil, and some sort of ground cover, which could be natural materials
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Not Grade Specific
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HS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-4
Astronomy Unit III Lesson II PowerPoint "The Moon"
Second PowerPoint lesson in Unit III describing the Moon's physical characteristics; formation theories and evolution.PowerPoint lessons have a separate note/guideline worksheet for students to complete; many graphics; at least two short video links for further student understanding of the subject and instructor notes to help answer student FAQ's. A 20-question interactive quiz/review at kahoot.it and a quizizz.com is included in the last slide.All PowerPoint; ActivInspire programs; student work
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8th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
Earthquake Research Project
The world we live on is not a stable place it is in constant motion. Introduce your students to the way that the world moves with this research activity. Students will choose a region of the world and use contemporary and historical news accounts to understand how the moving earth works. Also included are a rubric and a student check-in sheet to help student to organize their tasks.
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9th - 12th
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Environmental Issues Project PSA. Google Doc
This resource was used as a Final Assessment in a secondary Global Conflicts course. But it can be used as a project for any course that covers environmental concerns. Students are tasked with researching a specific issue and creating a video PSA (with their phones) that addresses the problems created by the issue and share actions that can reduce or eliminate the problems all together. Students really get a chance to show their creativity on this project and we always watch the clips as a class
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9th - 12th
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