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Free high school science teacher manuals
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
Mission Control: Physics Planning and Pacing Guide
This Physics planning and pacing guide is designed to help you determine which sequence of units fits best in your Physics course. Different options for Physics courses are planned out by unit, and each unit is broken down into its lessons. Helpful hints, Physics labs, demonstration, and project ideas are included for each unit. Included Units:1-D Kinematics Unit Planning and Pacing2-D Kinematics Unit Planning and PacingForces Unit Planning and PacingCircular Motion Unit Planning and PacingEner
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9th - 12th
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
Marine Science FULL YEAR Teaching Guide | Curriculum | Pacing | Resource List
START HERE if you are new to teaching Marine Science! Access the Full Year of Marine Science Teaching Guide . Keep this link handy - it is a live link and updates are always happening. This guide provides a pacing suggestion for a full year, as well as a list of available resources (a few are FREE!). Whether you are interested in a full year of Wild Blue resources or just need to fill in gaps in your own content, this guide provides a year-long layout of topics, as well as links to each of the W
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10th - 12th
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Mission Control: Astronomy Planning and Pacing Guide
This Astronomy planning and pacing guide is designed to help you determine which sequence of units fits best in your Astronomy or Earth and Space Science course. Use this guide to help you plan Astronomy scope and sequence.This guide contains:sequencing optionslesson plansactivity ideasa list of hyperlinked YouTube playlists This document is 100% editable for you to be able to edit, copy, and paste into your digital Physics lesson plans. Each lesson plan includes a link to relevant resources tha
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9th - 12th
FREE First Day of School Forensics Teacher Planning Guide BACK TO SCHOOL
FORENSIC SCIENCE FIRST & SECOND DAY OF SCHOOL: Look no further for the perfect lesson plan ideas for the first and second day of class. This comprehensive and detailed lesson planning guide will aid even the most veteran teachers to start off with the best school year yet! 23 pages of detailed ideas to smoothly start off your class takes the guess out of planning. Use the links provided to purchase the resources in the plans, or use your own. Perfect for the first-year teacher, student teac
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8th - 11th
Also included in: Forensic Science The ENTIRE WISEflamingo Forensics Product Line
Zoology Curriculum Map, Pacing Guide, and Learning Objectives
Current, future, or prospective zoology teacher desperate for some guidance on how to structure your zoology course? There's a new activity-based, all-inclusive full-year zoology curriculum here to help!11 years ago, I was given the opportunity to design and teach a new science course at our school district. After an impactful experience in my own high-school zoology class, zoology was a natural choice for my course. While having the freedom to develop an elective is exciting, I was overwhelmed
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Zoology Curriculum | Complete Course Bundle
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
Free: Limiting and Excess Reactants/Reagents: BCA Table How To
Looking for a limiting reactant game-changer for your chemistry students? BCA Tables organize complex limiting and excess reactant problems by emphasizing the role of the mole ratio and time during a chemical reaction. This easy-to-follow BCA Table handout leads students through the steps behind BCA Tables. Complete with a YouTube video explanation. Excellent preparation for future titration and ICE table problems.See accompanying YouTube video for worksheet explained in action – great for stude
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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HS-PS1-7
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Jackie F.
Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum Catalog and Course Sequence - FREE
If you're teaching Anatomy and Physiology, this catalog will help you find the resources you need for your classroom.This document contains a price list and links to all of Science Island’s Anatomy and Physiology resources, a link to sign up for a FREE Planning and Pacing Guide for A&P, and a suggested course sequence.Feel free to email me at scienceisland2014@gmail.com if you have any questions.To PREVIEW my Complete Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum, click HERE.Aloha and Happy Teaching!Car
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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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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Forensic Science Resources: What to Purchase for a Year-long Forensics Course
Is this your first time teaching Forensic Science or are you looking for new materials on a particular topic? This Google Doc includes a guide to all of my Forensic Science curriculum files posted to TeachersPayTeachers. It shows everything available for purchase by chapter & topic so you don't have to waste your time scrolling my store to find what you need.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
NSW Secondary School 2024 Yearly Digital Planner
2024 Yearly Planner - Secondary School (NSW Term Dates)This product gives you access to an editable Digital Planner to help set out your Terms for 2024. It includes:Formatting of tables for all FOUR TermsDates added for the entire school year (NSW Public Holiday dates have been blocked out)Template for structuring each periodAbility to edit/format the way you likeAbility to download and use with Microsoft Excel
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
Zoology Resources: What to Purchase for a Year-long Zoology Course
Is this your first time teaching Zoology or are you looking for new materials on a particular topic?This Google Doc includes a guide to all of my Zoology curriculum files posted to TeachersPayTeachers. It shows everything available for purchase by chapter & topic so you don't have to waste your time scrolling my store to find what you need.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Frog Dissection Guide / Free Teacher's Guide (for my self-paced student guide)
This free document is intended to support those who purchase my Self-paced Frog Dissection Guide.Why this manual was created: When I began teaching in the late '70s, I was frustrated with the guides available to teachers. The descriptions were often confusing and the illustrations were much too small. For several years I had all students complete one step at a time, and I provided students with a compilation of various illustrations. While the students still enjoyed the unit, I must admit that t
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Measuring the mass, volume, and density of a student! NGSS SEP aligned
Measuring the mass, volume, and density of a student! NGSS SEP alignedThis activity is highly engaging and one that students will remember for many years. Students (who choose) will have their volume measured by water displacement, their mass measured, and, using these measurements, their density calculated. Mass and volume are reviewed in this lesson, and the formula of density is “discovered” by students with a simple activity. Instructions for construction of the giant overflow container are
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5th - 9th
Greenhouse How To
Free How To:This is an instructional guide to help teachers set their greenhouse up and running. This is a resource to help guide you through the process of setting up a greenhouse, using processes for things such as maintenance, planting schedule, plant sale prep and more. What You Get•Instructional Guide•Material List •Contact Information You May Also EnjoyGreenhouse ManagerFeed Back and FollowersClick on the STAR above to follow my store!Click HERE to sign up for our monthly email. If you enj
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6th - 12th
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Grade 9 Canadian Geography Look Book - Free Geography Bundle Breakdown
Use this free look book to gain a better understanding of the Grade 9 Canadian Geography Full Course Bundle. In this resource, you will get answers to frequently asked questions, a list of all items in the bundle, as well as an explanation of how to organize the files by strand so that you can find all resources with ease and get the most out of your purchase.Answers to FAQ, such as:I can't find all of the resources, where are they?How do the resources download as units?What is in each unit?If y
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7th - 10th
FREE Grade 9 Geography Course Outline - Canadian Geography Course Outline
This grade 9 Canadian geography course outline provides a snapshot of CGC1W: Exploring Canadian Geography. This geography course outline includes 14 different module topics including political geography, Canadian industries, sustainability, populations, and more. Each module highlights the main topics to be focused on and lists ideas for formative and summative assessment tasks. There are links included throughout the modules for accompanying material or geography Kahoots to use for assessment.
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7th - 10th
Pharmacology - TEKS Table Mat
All of your TEKS in one place! Download this convenient TEKS Table Mat and send it to print to keep on hand for easy planning. Best if printed on an 11x17 or 12x18 document in landscape. Want to ensure durability? Print on cardstock and have it laminated!Interested in another topic? Send me a message and I will create a custom mat for your requested course!You can share your purchased document with up to ten peers to ensure your entire planning team benefits from the resource.
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9th - 12th
Metrology, the Science of Measurement
Brief Lesson Description: Students explore the hands-on world of measurement and metrology. Performance Expectation(s): NGSS-HS0-ETS1-2: Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.Specific Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand the importance of measurement in scientific inquiry and engineering design. 2. Develop skills in using a variety of measurement tools and techniques with precision and acc
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6th - 12th
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HS-ETS1-2
Anatomy & Physiology II Scope & Sequence Pacing Guide- FREE
This scope & sequence is simply meant to be a guide to help new teachers with pacing- it’s not meant to be something to do 100% as I do. I have taught high school Anat & Phys since 2010 in a small, rural school in Wisconsin. I used to blast through almost every system, but over the past few years, I’ve decided to slow down, build critical thinking skills, and focus on learning content rather than trying to finish as much as possible as quickly as possible.The book I use is Essentials of
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10th - 12th
Also included in: The BIG Anatomy & Physiology Bundle!
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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.
Discover printable and digital science resources
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.
Frequently asked questions about teaching science
What types of science lessons are available on TPT?
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.
How do I find science lessons on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing science lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for science resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of science lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
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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