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Earth sciences Common Core RST.11-12.9 resources
Complete Astronomy Unit II "The Solar System"
Zip file of the complete Unit II in Astronomy.This unit includes assessments - two quizzes (20 questions each); one Unit test (60 questions both PDF and in Word) scantron with answer keys (PDF). Assessments in this unit have been converted and can now (also) be given online and auto-graded through Easel. Graphics were added to each assessment to help with student understanding. This unit also contains three comprehensive PowerPoint lessons with up-to-date information and slide sorter notes for
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Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-3
My Mineral Research Project - Explore the world of Rocks and Minerals
Minerals are all around us. They are necessary for life, they are part of the walls in the school, they help heat our houses and provide us with clean drinking water. But what are they? Where do they come from? What do they really look like? How do we get them? What are they worth? This project leads students to investigate a mineral of their choice and create a presentation or poster about it. I have included a rubric for grading the work (20 points, 15, 10, and 5 points) to help students under
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7th - 12th
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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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Stream Table Erosion Control Lab
Take your Earth Science lessons to the next level with our "Stream Table Erosion Control Lab." This engaging and comprehensive teaching resource allows you to immerse your students in the fascinating world of erosion, sediment transport, and environmental science through hands-on experimentation and observation.Key features of the Stream Table Erosion Control Lab include:Realistic Erosion Simulation: The stream table replicatesnatural erosion processes, allowing students to witness how water sha
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS2-5
, HS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS3-2
, HS-ESS2-1
, HS-ESS2-4
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Complete Astronomy Unit V "The Outer Planets"
Four complete, up-to-date and inclusive PowerPoint lessons (with slide sorter notes for the instructor) and a kahoot.it interactive quiz/review and a Quizizz.com activity at the end of each lesson. Five ActivInspire review programs with printable color PDF worksheets. Multiple student lab and reading activities including webquests and suggested textbook assignments. Some worksheets are based on the textbook "Astronomy Today" 8th edition. Assessments in this unit have been converted and can now (
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Grades:
8th - 12th
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
Astronomy Unit I Lesson II PowerPoint "Ancient Astronomy & Solar System Models"
Powerpoint Unit One Lesson II “Ancient Astronomy and Solar System Models."Second PowerPoint lesson in the Unit "Introduction to Astronomy."This lesson explores the history of how ancient civilizations explained the heavens; the Renaissance and the different models of the solar system.A separate student note guide (worksheet) is available for this lesson as well.PowerPoint lessons contain many graphics and at least two links to short videos for further student understanding. PowerPoint slides als
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Grades:
8th - 12th
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
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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Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
Parts of a Plant & Plant Tissue Types: Student Note Organizer
Comprehensive note organizer for students to use as they research and learn about the different parts of a plant and plant tissues. *Now a fillable pdf document.Extremely beneficial when conducting online research! These sheets will help consolidate the wealth of information in an organized, easy to visualize, format.Completed chart may be taped together to form a wall chart of plant parts, from shoot to root.The four types of plant tissue (meristematic, dermal, ground, and vascular) and the p
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Grades:
6th - 11th
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-LS1-2
Also included in: Ecology, Environmental Studies, and Earth Science Activities Bundle
Astronomy Internet Activity "The Solar System"
Student Internet investigation that explores the Solar System; spacecraft exploration of the Solar System, and the formation of planetary systems. The activity is divided into three parts. Part one gives students an overview of comparative planetology; the terrestrial and Jovian planets; asteroid belt and Oort Cloud, and the recent flyby mission of Pluto. Part two investigates the main robotic missions to the planets. Part three explores the latest theories on planetary formation including "ex
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9th - 12th
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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
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-LS2-7
, HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-6
, HS-ESS3-4
...
Complete Astronomy Unit VI "Radiation & The Sun"
First Unit in Astronomy B (second semester). Three PowerPoint lessons with kahoot.it and quizizz.com that are included as links in the last slide and can be used as an informal assessment and/or review; three review programs with printable color PDF worksheets; student guidelines/notes and activities (in Word and PDF) that go with Unit VI "Radiation and The Sun." Syllabus/activators; suggested textbook assignments and an assessment folder - two quizzes and a unit test (multiple choice) with answ
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Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-1
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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Grades:
9th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
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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Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
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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Grades:
9th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS2-7
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-LS2-6
, HS-ESS2-2
Astronomy Video "Universe: Venus & Mercury - The Inner Planets"
The episode link to YouTube is provided in the title if the video is not available on DVD. 13-18 questions that students can answer in order while watching the video. Excellent series from the History Channel that includes the latest CGI and easy-to -understand professional astronomer explanations.Season 1 Episode 8 "Venus & Mercury - The Inner Planets" History Channel website synopsis: "Scorched by their proximity to the sun, Mercury and Venus are hostile worlds; one gouged with craters fro
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6th - 12th
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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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Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
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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Grades:
9th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS3-5
Astronomy Internet Activity "Overview of Black Holes"
Student Internet investigation that further explores the topic of black holes. The lab utilizes websites from various sources including NASA to investigate black hole formation; stellar evolution and gravitational lensing. The latest images, interactive animations, video and data are featured as well for this fascinating topic. (I use this computer lab activity for my astronomy class as part of the unit review but it can also be used at an 8th grade level Earth/Space activity.)Topics/terms inclu
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8th - 12th
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CCSS:
Ice Age Footprints Viewing Guide, PBS Nova
Fill-in-the-blank viewing guide for PBS Nova episode Ice Age Footprints. Product comes complete with a standard copy, modified copy with word bank, and an answer key. This is a great resource for social studies and science classes, as an introduction to North American history, physical or earth science, or as a substitute teacher lesson plan.
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Grades:
8th - 12th
CCSS:
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.
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, HS-ETS1-1
Ancient Earth: Humans, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide
Fill-in-the-blank and short answer worksheet that follows the Ancient Earth: Humans PBS NOVA. This resource follows the video in order and is a great resource for world history, Earth science, geography, life science, and biology classes. This can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of a larger unit pertaining to ancient Earth, evolution, ecology, environmental studies, or early life on Earth. Included is a regular copy of the viewing guide, a modified copy with a word bank, and a comple
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient Earth Series, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide Bundle
Ancient Earth: Life Rising, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide
Fill-in-the-blank and short answer worksheet that follows the Ancient Earth: Life Rising PBS NOVA. This resource follows the video in order and is a great resource for world history, Earth science, geography, life science, and biology classes. This can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of a larger unit pertaining to ancient Earth, evolution, or early life on Earth. Included is a regular copy of the viewing guide, a modified copy with a word bank, and a completed answer key.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient Earth Series, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide Bundle
Ancient Earth: Inferno, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide
Fill-in-the-blank and short answer worksheet that follows the Ancient Earth: Inferno PBS NOVA. This resource follows the video in order and is a great resource for world history, Earth science, geography, life science, and biology classes. This can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of a larger unit pertaining to ancient Earth, evolution, ecology, environmental studies, or early life on Earth. Included is a regular copy of the viewing guide, a modified copy with a word bank, and a compl
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient Earth Series, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide Bundle
Ancient Earth: Frozen, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide
Fill-in-the-blank and short answer worksheet that follows the Ancient Earth: Frozen PBS NOVA. This resource follows the video in order and is a great resource for world history, Earth science, geography, and biology classes. This can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of a larger unit pertaining to ancient Earth, evolution, or early life on Earth. Included is a regular copy of the viewing guide, a modified copy with a word bank, and a completed answer key.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient Earth Series, PBS NOVA Viewing Guide Bundle
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