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General science Common Core WHST.6-8.2a resources
Nature vs Nurture Discussion - Inheritance - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this biology discussion activity on nature versus nurture, recommended for grade 6-8 students learning about genetics and inheritance! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students explore 5 hypothetical scenarios while applying their knowledge of genes and heredity. To what extent are our traits inherited (innate) or learned (environmental)? With strong social
Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
, MS-LS4-5
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
CER - How to write a Scientific Explanation
Slideshow and guided student note sheet for How to write science explanations using claim, evidence and reasoning format. Designed for the teacher to guide the class through together, then opportunities for students to practice on their own or in pairs/groups. In the last exercise of the slideshow, students use a topic unrelated to science to practice writing CER. Student note sheet and modified student note sheet are included!
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6th - 9th
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Awesome Lab Report Template / Generator for DIGITAL Google Docs™️ *
The premier Lab Report Template / Lab Report Generator for Google Docs™ and Google Classroom™ - This Science Lab Report Maker / Science Lab Report Template is a Paperless Step by Step Student Report Organizer for Google Docs™ / Google Classroom™. This is a Google Sheet™ that steps students through the process of writing a successful science lab report. ╔═══════════════════════════════════════════════════║ ㅤ⭐ Students are presented with a single screen for each step of the process. ║ ㅤ⭐ Informa
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5th - 10th
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Mission to Mars Thematic Unit Plan
This bundle includes six different resources where students will:Design a mission badge (e-textiles)Study of the U.S. space program’s chronology (explanation text)Learn about ecosystems while considering what they would need to survive on Mars (persuasive text)Study previous rover designs before designing and evaluating one using littleBitsResearch significant people and events to the U.S. space program (primary and secondary sources)Write a short story about a mission to Mars and/or space trave
Grades:
4th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Create A Species Actvitity
This hands-on resource invites students to unleash their creativity, delving into the captivating realms of genetics and mutations while exploring the impact on a species' survival. Students become evolutionary architects, crafting their unique species by considering genetic traits, mutations, and environmental factors. The activity prompts students to think critically about genetic diversity within a population and the potential role of mutations in shaping a species over time. Students analyze
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS4-4
, MS-LS4-6
Also included in: Science Assessment Bundle: Semester 1
Create A Species - Presentation
Design Your Species: This natural selection resource invites students to unleash their creativity, delving into the captivating realms of genetics and mutations while exploring the impact on a species' survival.Transform the classroom into a scientific conference by having students present their species designs. This reinforces communication skills and provides an opportunity for peer learning and appreciation.
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS3-2
Natural Resource Research Project Template
This PowerPoint is a student template for a research project on Natural Resources. Student can plug in the information as they conduct their research. They can add their own personal touches, such as background design, pictures, text, links, etc...If you like this resource, please rate it and leave a review! Thanks!
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Air Masses, Fronts, and Weather Map Symbols Student Note Taking Guide
This Note-Taking Guide goes along with my Air Masses, Fronts, and Weather Map Symbols PowerPoint that has over 50 slides. If weather and climate/ meteorology is not something you know how to teach, this will cover everything they could possibly need to know. My undergraduate degree was in Geography and Weather and Climate was my area of expertise, so I really always put a lot of effort into this unit. I hope you will find it helps with your class.
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3rd - 12th
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Testing Media Claims Project - Scientific Method - Grade 6 MYP Science
In this summative assessment project recommended for grade 6, students put product claims to the test by designing their own experiments. This is a project-based learning activity that can be done individually or in small groups. Students are required to use their knowledge of the scientific method as well as experimental design skills in order to produce a written report or presentation. Requires approximately 2 weeks of class time. Includes project task sheet and MYP criterion B/C rubrics.Get
Grades:
5th - 7th
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Also included in: Scientific Method Complete Unit Bundle - Grade 6 MYP Science
Forces and Motion Part 2: Forces
DescriptionThis digital resource investigates forces, using text-based questions. Students calculate net forces with partner and by independent practice, complete matching activities on types of forces and friction, and calculate weight, mass, or gravitational force both independently or with a partner. Next students explore gravity, free-fall, weightlessness, and are introduced to projectile motion in text. Students then use an online simulation to explore the effect of forces, complete a lab a
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, MS-ESS1-2
, 3-PS2-2
, MS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
Also included in: Forces and Motion Unit Bundle!
Extinct Animal Informational Writing and Group Presentation *ੈ✩‧₊ Middle School
Extinct Animal Informational Writing and Group Presentation is perfect for middle school students. With this lesson, middle school students will research an extinct animal, take notes, and present to the class for a grade. Middle School Writing informational Extinct Animal essay and Group PowerPoint project will be an exciting full class assignment with this resource that breaks the process down into manageable steps! ✧ ˚ · .One Week Teaching Duration✧ ˚ · . Easy-to-follow writing templates gu
Grades:
7th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-LS4-2
, MS-LS4-5
, MS-LS4-4
Also included in: Emergency Middle School Social Studies Sub Plans Bundle Google + PDF
Earth Science Summary Writing Packet 60 (Total Topics)
Summary Template worksheet to be used after a topic has been coveredBrainstorming/Preparation/Notes work area includedSummary: A brief explanation of a topic in your own wordsFour Steps to writing a good summary are:1. Read or Watch about the topic2. Make a list of key points3. Write about the topic in your own words4. Edit and Cut what is not needed5.Write your SummaryTopics:Atmosphere Climate Weather Wind Clouds Dangerous Weather Hurricanes Tornadoes Weather Forecasting Seasons Biomes Composit
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Not Grade Specific
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CER: Writing Scientific explanations Bundle
A complete guide to introducing or reviewing CER (claim, evidence, reasoning). Guide to content specific argument-based writing. Powerpoint slideshow with links to all student handouts. Practice exercises, graphic organizers, final draft template and writing checklist.
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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Study Guide: Traits and Reproduction
This is a study guide to help students prepare for an upcoming exam on Traits and Reproduction. The key words that students need to review include: heredity, genetics, genes, DNA, traits, proteins, alleles, ribosomes, egg and sperm, sexual reproduction, etc. This study guide provides the students with key vocabulary that they will use in a choice board. The choices include: a foldable, a comic strip/book, practice test, game, etc. This gives the students an opportunity to engage in the mater
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Balancing Forces STAR* Virtual Lab Distance Learning Google Docs™️ * DINB
When studying measurement and forces, use this complete “Balancing Forces” Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “Can different masses of bricks balance each other if placed at different distances from a pivot point?” This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to perform a virtual experiment, collect, analyze and evaluate the collected data while presenting findings in a single page format – either digital or on paper. A video shows the setup and steps of the lab and also a virtual
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5th - 10th
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Making White Light STAR* Virtual Lab Distance Learning Google Docs™️ * DINB
When studying light, use this complete “Making White Light” Physical Science Virtual Lab to investigate: “Can white light be made with red, green and blue light?” This single Google Sheet™ has all the materials to perform a virtual experiment, collect, analyze and evaluate the collected data while presenting findings in a single page format – either digital or on paper. A video shows the setup and steps of the lab and also a virtual lab based on the PhET™ Interactive Simulations with step-by-st
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5th - 10th
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Selective Breeding of Paper Pets
This two-to-three day activity for grades 7-9 is an extension activity that goes with "Learning Genetics with Paper Pets", an NSTA Science Scope article written by the same author (Maine Coon Educational Publications). Paper Pets are used in an activity that models selective breeding to produce offspring with desired genetic traits. Students apply their knowledge of genotypes, phenotypes, probability, Punnett squares, and sexual reproduction to create companies that breed and sell Paper Pet Pe
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7th - 9th
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Ig Nobel Nature of Science Sub Assigment
Enhance your students' understanding of the fascinating and sometimes humorous aspects of science with our "Ig Nobel: Nature of Science Sub-Assignment." This engaging resource explores the Ig Nobel Prizes, a celebration of quirky and thought-provoking scientific achievements, while providing an update on the 2023 Ig Nobel Awards.Key highlights of the "Ig Nobel: Nature of Science Sub-Assignment" include:Exploration of Unconventional Science: Take your students on a journey through the world of un
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Inquiry Egg Diffusion Lab
This is a great inquiry lab for students to do or to use as a class demonstration. This lab is inquiry based and will help students to see and understand the effects of osmosis and diffusion. This lab comes with a grading rubric for their final conclusion as well as guiding questions and multiple places for students to record observations and hypothesize.
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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Science CER Drafting Template (Middle School NGSS)
The CER process engages students in multiple of the NGSS Science and Engineering Practices. Writing a Claim, Evidence, Reasoning at the end of a science investigation enables students to prove how they can engage in argument from evidence, analyze and interpret data, construct explanations, and communicate information. In this format, students are looking at the cause and effect relationship of an investigation question by answering the prompt "How does __ affect __?" - This document is editable
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 9th
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-ESS1-4
, MS-PS3-4
, MS-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-2
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Current Event Graphic Organizer
Current Event Graphic OrganizerSuper helpful for my students!Useful for multiple grade levels and multiple subject areas
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
Science Notes Template
Three page template including margin for definitions, questions, reflection, diagrams, and identifying key concepts. Mix and match the pages to customize for your specific lesson plan. Encourages students to reflect on the concepts and discourages rote memorization.
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Grades:
4th - 10th
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