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Physical science Common Core 6.SP.B.5c resources
Skittle Radiometric Decay Half-life Lab
Did you know you can use Skittles candy to demonstrate absolute dating and radiometric decay! Buy a 1-4 lb bag at your local bulk warehouse store for savings. This lab is a great way to show how isotopes decay by shaking a plate full of random skittles. Students use Skittles to observe "Isotopes" decay over each half life. At the end of the lab (and only IF they have done all their work) they can enjoy their "daughter products". Skittles were used because they are durable, hypoallergenic, and th
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-8
, HS-PS1-1
, HS-PS1-4
, HS-PS1-6
, MS-PS1-4
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Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Drop Zone: Parachute Design Project-Based Learning Lab
This highly adaptable investigation will engage students of many ages and levels. Options for primary, upper elementary, and middle school are included. This is a true STEM lab that incorporates the science, technology engineering, and math components. Common, inexpensive, and easily available materials make this an easy lab to teach yet it produces maximum learning and engagement in your classroom. NGSS and Common Core Math Standards alignment are included in this "STEM on a Shoestring Budget"
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1st - 8th
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Jan. 8 Math & Science Puzzle: Stephen Hawking, Physicist | Mixed Review
January 8 of the Mystery Year was the birth date of physicist Stephen Hawking. To find the year, students solve clues about mean, measurement conversions with kilometers and astronomical units, and evaluating an expression with an exponent. The puzzle will motivate your students in 6th grade and up! Your PDF download includes:2-page digital version with horizontal layout, prepped for Easel 1-page printable version3 pages of Teacher Notes including step-by-step Solutions, optional Extensions (inc
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6th - 8th
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