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Free 4th grade science teacher manuals for administrators
STEM Engineering Starter Kit for Teachers {elementary level}
Is your elementary school starting the Engineering Design Process? Does thinking about STEM make you want to pull your hair out? Do you feel confused about what STEM looks like in an elementary classroom setting? If so, this free STEM starter kit is for you! The packet includes everything I wish I had known about STEM when my school started implementing STEM in 2011. I hope it is helpful to you! I am in the process of going through all of the STEM activities I created over the past couple of yea
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K - 4th
Intro to Science Interactive Notebooks
Science Interactive Notebook - Guide to Getting Started!This tutorial is for those who have tried or always wanted to try to utilize a Science Interactive Notebook in their classroom. Science Interactive Notebooks are a great tool for students to process and understand science concepts in an engaging and creative way.Intro to Science Interactive Notebooks shares ideas on:- Materials to get started and have on hand in theclassroom- Science Interactive Notebook set-up- Upkeep of Science Interacti
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4th - 12th
The Periodic Table of Elements Coloring Book (Sample)
A coloring book to familiarize the user with the Primary elements in the Periodic Table. The Periodic Table Coloring Book (PTCB) was received worldwide with acclaim. It is based on solid, proven concepts. By creating a foundation that is applicable to all science (“Oh yes, Hydrogen, I remember coloring it, part of water, it is also used as a fuel; I wonder how I could apply this to the vehicle engine I am studying…”) and creating enjoyable memories associated with the elements science becomes ac
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Laws of Motion Unit Curriculum Map Pacing Guide | Physical Science
This Physical Science FREE pacing guide is for the unit Laws of Motion. It outlines the following: lessons, main ideas, vocabulary, essential questions, and a resource. There is also a two-page lessons strategies handout to help support teachers who purchase my interactive notebook products. This product is part of my Force and Motion COMPLETE Unit Bundle.Force and Motion Complete Unit Bundle includes:Notebook Set-UpPre-Assessment/Warm-upLesson- Speed and MotionLesson- Acceleration and VelocityL
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Waves Energy & Motion- Science Interactive Notebook Unit Plan
Simple Machines Bundle & Educator Guide
All the tools you need to complete your own Simple Machines unit in your classroom!
Bundle Includes:
+ 6 Simple Machines Experiment Activity Sheets including:
- Inclined Plane
- Lever
- Pulley
- Screw
- Wedge
- Wheel & Axle
+ 24-page Simple Machines Handbook
+ Educator's Guide
Support your students’ learning with our handbooks: they’re full of interaction hints, discussion questions and insider intelligence.
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PreK - 7th
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Types of Energy: MELTS Anchor Chart
Types of Energy: MELTS Anchor ChartMechanical, Electric, Light, Thermal, Sound
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2nd - 5th
GETTING STARTED WITH HANDS-ON MINDS-ON SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY - Long Range Plan
►Want to know more about the Ontario Hands-On, Minds-On Science and Technology Program? Need suggestions for long range planning using the resources from my store? Looking for ways to address a combined grade Ontario science and technology program? ►Launching Science and Technology Centres guide was created for YOU! ►How to set up centres in your classroom►Getting organized for centres►Procedures to teach BEFORE you send students to centres►Filled with pictures of student work and centres in ac
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1st - 8th
Also included in: GRADE 8 ONTARIO SCIENCE | ALL TOPICS | FULL YEAR MEGA BUNDLE
Scientific Method Experiment Template - How to Plan for Science Experiments
Do you hate planning for science experiments? Too many factors to consider? Use this FREE download to help you plan all future science experiments! This checklist, tips, and planning guide will help you create better lessons with hands-on activities for your students...and there's a FREE experiment and recording sheet included! Step-By-Step Guide:Print the step-by-step guide that walks you through how to plan a science experiment.Laminate it or put it in a page protector.Keep the guide near your
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3rd - 6th
Long Range Plans (Ontario Core French) for DJ DELF Kit
These elementary Core French Long Range Plans are ready to print and hand in to your principal, if you are using the DJ DELF kit as a resource in your FSL class in Ontario. Principals: if you have a new hire on your staff who needs support or who is coming in at the last minute, this is a terrific and simple resource to affordably meet all of the Ontario French Curriculum expectations and will provide an overwhelmed teacher with some clear and specific guidance. Within these free Long Range Plan
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4th - 8th
ADHD Accommodations
As a school based SLP, often times I am the case manager of students with Language Disorders & ADHD. Here are a few of my go to accommodations to discuss with the parents and teachers to help the student succeed!
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PreK - 8th
FREE Choice Board Teacher's Guide for Differentiation and Enrichment
Do you need engaging, no-prep resources for your students, including early finishers or students in need of enrichment? Choice boards are excellent for differentiating your instruction for ALL students! The Teacher's Guide to Using Choice Boards gives you details about why you should use choice boards, suggestions for how to use choice boards, and more!What Is Included in This Resource?Details about why to use choice boards Choice board folder cover optionsSuggestions for how to use choice board
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2nd - 5th
BC Curriculum - Content Comparison for Grade 4 & 5
This package includes an easy to read side by side comparison of the Grade 4 and 5 curricular content in BC. It is aligned with the redesigned BC (British Columbia) curriculum for grade 4 & 5. It includes a comparison of: - Science- Socials- Language Arts (Content and Competencies)- MathThe differences between the two grades in the Language Arts curriculum are underlined as many of the bullets are the same or similar.
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4th - 5th
Classroom Management Packet for Middle School Science Class
This packet includes detailed step by step instructions and a few simple handouts for your first days of school explaining exactly how to lay out a tried and true, tweaked-to-perfection classroom management system. Developed by Stephanie Stipkovich, a National Board Certified Science teacher. Teaching science to middle school students for 15 years and a Science Department Chair for 10 years with an excellent reputation for wonderful classroom management that I attribute to this system. I list p
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4th - 10th
Fall Garden Science Activities
Kids will not feel like they are doing any "work" while understanding when to plant what and planning to make their garden dreams a reality. These activities also serve as a review of Week 1 (Fall) lessons taught in the Rutabaga Education Curriculum. This FREE resource includes:A Venn Diagram worksheet. "Cut out" Warm and Cool Season crops to place within the diagram. A Fall Planting Plan worksheet with "cut out" cool-season crops and a Companion Planting Guide.Two, to scale, Garden Bed Examples
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PreK - 6th
FREE Back to School Substitute Teacher Contact Sheet
To guarantee a seamless day while absent, every teacher should have a sub contact sheet in place. Simply insert this in your subfolder for those unexpected days off. Don't forget that I sell highly popular 1st and 2nd grade Substitute Teaching Plans that fit nicely with these.Please provide feedback for this FREE download...even a simple "thank you" is welcomed!Substitute Teacher Contact Sheet Specifications:► Teacher and Class information ‣ room number, class size, recess & lunchtimes, etc.
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PreK - 12th
While you were out - Substitute Note
Handy for every substitute!
Keep in your emergency substitute binder or print out for the day.
Occasional Teachers can save information for the teacher of absent, late or misbehaving students. If there was any work that was left unfinished.
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PreK - 12th
List of Recommended Texts for Teaching First Nations (Australia) Perspectives
Yiradhu marang! Good day, hello! Download this free list of recommended texts for teaching Australian Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and perspectives in Years F-6. As a teacher, I understand how difficult it can be to find texts that match with outcomes you are planning to teach. For each text listed, I have provided the title, authors/illustrators, front cover, recommended year levels, blurb/synopsis and a list of teaching points. For books that I have found teachin
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PreK - 6th
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Scientific Process Write-Up For Elementary and Middle School Students
This worksheet guides elementary and middle school students through some basic steps of the scientific process. It is simple enough for them to engage in the steps, without being overwhelmed.
Students can:
State the question the experiment is asking.
Prepare a hypothesis (educated guess).
Explain the procedure they will use for their experiment.
Write about their results and draw a picture.
Tell about their conclusions based on the results of the experiment.
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1st - 10th
Digital/Distance Learning Signs - Recording in Progress Class/Meeting in Session
Display these outside the door to let others know you’re recording, in a meeting, or in class!Use at home, at work, or outside your classroom! Laminate or use sheet protectors to make them last!3 Options for Recording in Progress3 Options for Meeting in Session (Zoom, Meets, and Teams3 Options for Class in Session (Zoom, Meets, and Teams)Included in both PDF and JPEG form so they are easy to print however you like!I like to print a "Recording in Progress" behind a "Class in Session" so I can jus
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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STEM Starter Kit
This summer I was asked to present at my District’s back to school inservice conference. I chose STEM because it’s something that I’ve grown so passionate about over the last few years. It’s also something that I know many teachers are interested in, but doing the leg work to figure out the who, what, when, where, why, and how can be a daunting task.
What is STEM?
What is the difference: STEM, STEAM, and STREAM?
What is the Engineering Design Process?
What is the benefit to my students?
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K - 5th, Staff
Makerspace Favorites Starting with STEM How to Start a STEM Lab New to Robot
Are you new to STEM or want to start a makerspace in your classroom??? A lot of teachers have reached out with questions on what to buy. I wanted to create a list of my students’ favorite items! These are suggestions of how I use them in my classroom, however, the items can work for other grade levels. It varies on your students’ level and experience.The links are clickable to websites, apps, or my Amazon Idea list. Hope your students enjoy these as much as mine do! ~ DenaClick here to follow m
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1st - 4th
Solar Oven S'Mores Science Lab
This is a step-by-step direction sheet for teachers to use to host a solar oven s'mores science lab. This does NOT include any student facing documents. What is included is:*Materials list*Background information (Science behind how a solar oven works)*Step-by-step directions*Sentence stems to guide student thinkingThis was previously used as a parent resource that was emailed home as extra-curricular activities for students to do from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. It closely aligns to the 4
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4th
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4-PS3-4
, 4-PS3-2
, 4-ESS3-1
LEGO SPIKE PRIME : Lesson 1 - Ferris Wheel
Ferris wheel.pdfFerris wheel.llspFerris wheel.llsp3There are building instruction of Ferris wheel and program in the zip file. It can help students who are in class for the first time get to know SPIKE PRIME.2023.12.12 update new version code
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4th - 8th
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Whole Brain Teaching School Improvement Plan (Preview)
What's your teaching passion? Classroom management? Phonics? Reading comprehension? Expository writing? Critical thinking? Math skills? Explore the "Whole Brain Teaching School Improvement Plan (Preview)" to discover how to track and increase student engagement in any subject area! Used by tens of thousands of K-12 educators, Whole Brain Teaching turns your classroom into a Funtricity powered dynamo. This preview of our School Improvement Plan pays special attention to methods for refor
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PreK - 12th, Staff
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Importance of learning science
Learning science is particularly important for students as it equips them with the essential knowledge and skills to make sense of the world around them. Science education is not just about memorizing facts. It fosters critical thinking, inquiry, and problem-solving abilities. These skills are not only useful in school but also in everyday life beyond the classroom.
Benefits of learning science
Learning science offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. In fact, it helps students:
- Question the world around them and seek evidence-based explanations
- Cultivate their ability to observe, experiment, and analyze data
- Nurture a sense of curiosity, awe, and wonder about the natural world
- Understand natural phenomena and the laws that govern the universe
With a solid foundation in science, teachers can help empower students to think critically, solve problems, make informed decisions, and engage with the world around them in meaningful ways.
Teaching with science resources
One of the best parts about science class is all of the possibilities for hands-on, collaborative learning! Think: labs, experiments, inquiry-based activities, and design challenges. These activities encourage students to explore scientific concepts by observing, asking questions, and conducting investigations. Additionally, with small group centers, students can engage in group experiments, discussions, and projects that require them to collaborate, share ideas, and solve problems together.
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If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable or digital science resources, TPT has an extensive array of instructional materials for every learning need, topic, or grade level. Whether you're learning about plant parts or butterfly life cycles, or exploring advanced topics like the anatomy of a cell or Newton’s laws of motion, we've got you covered.
On TPT, science resources come in various forms: from labs and worksheets to craftivities and doodle notes. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of science concepts, or to reteach a tricky topic. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning science will be so much easier. Plus, you can expand students’ knowledge even further by exploring TPT math resources, which are frequently paired with science lessons.
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There are many different types of science resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular science lessons include biology, earth sciences, chemistry, environment, engineering, and anatomy.
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How can I make my science lessons fun and engaging?
Students learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your science lessons and make them feel like real scientists by investigating everyday objects, exploring the world outside the classroom, and doing hands-on and collaborative experiments and design challenges.
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