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3rd grade science thematic unit plans under $5
Constellation Cards/Activity
This is a great activity for your youngsters when studying outer space and the solar system! It can be used as a math unit (counting stars), history (the origin of constellations and their importance), or science (constellations in general!).These can also be scaled down and pasted into an interactive notebook or used as matching cards.There are two constellations on each page, for a total of 6 constellations with varying degrees of difficulty. The constellations included are:-The Big Dipper-Leo
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PreK - 3rd
Also included in: SPACE BUNDLE
A Roller Coaster Day 7-Hour Complete Sub Plan Thematic Unit for Common Core
A Roller Coaster Day 7-Hour Complete Sub Plan Thematic Unit for Common Core
This packet is for grades 3-4. Find the Grades 5-6 Version with more complex tasks here.
This packet includes everything you need for a complete interdisciplinary interactive unit on roller coasters. I created this unit to leave with a sub for 3rd-4th graders to complete in a day. The students work through the packet, completing activities for reading, science, social studies, and math. Then, they will turn everything
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3rd - 5th
Also included in: The 7 Hour Sub Plans Bundle for Grades 3-4 ~ Easy Sub Plans!
Differentiated Nonfiction Unit: Gorillas
The text in this set is designed for higher first graders through third graders. Two levels of the text are included. This unit includes:- gorillas text in two levels, both are included in color and black & white- short-answer comprehension questions- compare and contrast gorillas with other animal- gorillas can, have, are (with and without handwriting lines)- gorillas web- KWL chart- create your own questions- main idea and details- fact and opinion- four facts (write four facts about goril
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1st - 3rd
Also included in: Differentiated Nonfiction Animal Units- Bundle #2
What is a Scientist Interactive Notebook
This "What is a Scientist" pack includes 5 different interactive activities for the primary grades. Included:-Cut/paste for a 5 flap foldable "What is a scientist?" Including pictures and descriptions.-Parts of a scientist cut/paste-What does a scientist do tree map-3 tab foldable on a scientist and the tools they use-A "What does a scientist look like? Do?" beginning sheet OR assessment sheet. **UPDATED 8/5/2021- Now also includes a PowerPoint and more interactive pages! I have added a boy and
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PreK - 3rd
Force and Motion Pushes and Pulls
Fun, hands-on activities for force and motion is LOADED in this packet! Created with the Next Generation Science pushes and pulls standards in mind, if you are looking for thinking maps, lesson plans, science stations, and foldables for force and motion interactive notebooks, this is what you are looking for! All with the objective of Force and Motion. **UPDATED** As of summer 2020, I have added a 20 side PowerPoint to help teach your students about force & motion as well as an emergent read
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K - 3rd
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A Zoo Day 7-Hour Complete Sub Plan Thematic Unit for Grades 3-4 Common Core
A Zoo Day 7-Hour Complete Sub Plan Thematic Unit for Grades 3-4 Common CoreFor Grades 3-4. For my 5th-6th grade version with more complex text and tasks, click here.This packet includes everything you need for a complete interdisciplinary interactive unit on zoo animals. I created this unit to leave with a sub for 3rd-4th graders to complete in a day. The students work through the packet, completing activities for reading, science, social studies, and math. Then, they will turn everything they'
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: The 7 Hour Sub Plans Bundle for Grades 3-4 ~ Easy Sub Plans!
Pollution Activities ~ Air, Water, and Land
Teach your students about air, water, and land pollution with these information sheets, note pages, and book. Perfect for Earth Day!This packet includes information sheets on air, water and land pollution, including a definition of the pollution, how the pollution affects you, and what you can do to help prevent it.The note pages/worksheets can be used to write notes about each pollution (what the pollution is, how it affects them, and what they can do to help).The mini book summarizes each type
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1st - 3rd
All About Space & The Solar System Adapted Book Autism, SLP, Special Education
Learning about space and the solar system can be fun for everyone! This adapted and interactive Velcro book is modified for the accessibility of all students. It’s perfect for an independent Literacy center, work station, task basket, or SLP activity.This product includes:* A 26 page adapted interactive Velcro book that focuses on sequencing, vocabulary, planet recognition, and the features of space exploration. It includes differentiated multiple leveled features built in, so just use the secti
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PreK - 3rd
{Snowflake Bentley} Storybook STEM - Winter STEM Activities and Challenges
This unit is also included in our January Storybook STEM, found at the link below:★JANUARY STORYBOOK STEMSave BIG and receive 2 full months for FREE with the All Year Growing Bundle!★STORYBOOK STEM ALL YEAR GROWING BUNDLECreated by Brooke Brown and Katie King, Storybook STEM provides early childhood teachers with weekly all-in-one units to cover essential skills in reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, math, science, and engineering.This unit accompanies Snowflake Bentley by Jacqueline Bri
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K - 3rd
Ancient Egypt Activities for Young Learners
This fun unit includes the following: (check out the product preview for an overview)
Mapping Egypt (world map)
Mapping Egypt (continent map)
Flag of Egypt
Egyptian Vocabulary Flap Book (2)
Egyptian Hieroglyphs
Egyptian Hieroglyph Secret Code (2)
Sarcophagus Flap Book
All About Egypt Mini Book
Sphinx writing
Mummy writing
Secret Writing
Pyramid Foldable
Egypt Crossword Puzzle & Key
Egypt Wordsearch
Pharaoh Mask Craft (2)
Please let me know if you have any questions! Hope you enjoy!
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K - 3rd
Let's Play! Caine's Arcade Mini-Unit {English}
In this mini-unit, students explore game design and engineering by creating their own cardboard arcade games, just like Caine. Give your students the directions (to "create"), step back, and be prepared to be amazed by your students' creativity! WHAT’S INCLUDED:-Teacher Guide-Examples-Comprehension Questions-Open Response Questions-Character Traits (2 versions)-Making Words (2 versions)-Compare and Contrast Venn Diagram-Math Connection and Answer Key-Writing Prompt-Name Poem and ExampleDay of P
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2nd - 6th
Forms of Energy (MELTS) Notes, Worksheets, and Research Project
This is ready to use and engaging set for teaching Forms Of Energy includes Mechanical, Electrical, Light, Thermal (Heat), and Sound (MELTS). It is very interactive and fun for the students in your class. Differentiated note sets, worksheets and project templates are included. This set has what need to teach different Forms of Energy to your students.Looking for easy print and go activities to strengthen your science lessons? This no prep product is designed to supplement your current Science cu
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3rd - 5th
Also included in: Science Bundle - Worksheets, Notes, and Research Projects
Ocean Theme | Baby Sea Turtle | Life Cycle Craft
This Baby Sea Turtle is the sweetest thing ever!!! He has the most precious big ol' eyes! He or she will be a great addition to your ocean thematic unit. Your girls can give it eyelashes to become a girl sea turtle.They will look spectacular on an ocean bulletin board or in a school hallway!!I have also included Class book about sea turtles with cover page. Just have your students complete a book page and draw the sea turtle. Your kids will love reading the class collaboration book about sea
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PreK - 3rd
Ocean Animals Emergency Third Grade Sub Plans | June | NO PREP Sub Plans for 3rd
Third grade June emergency substitute plans! This is NO PREP third grade sub plan is all about ocean animals! This pack is perfect for any emergency sub day in June, any day around spring/summer or a day packed with ocean animals themed activities! This sub pack includes activities for reading, math, writing, social studies, science, and a task card game. If in a pinch, just email this pack to a colleague to print and you are set!This sub pack is NOT month specific! This plan could ALSO be used
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2nd - 4th
Northern Lights Unit Study | Aurora Borealis | Plan and NO PREP Activities
Northern lights (aurora borealis) and southern lights (aurora australis) 5-day NO PREP unit study. It includes original reading passages, comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, virtual games, and more.This interactive resource makes a great addition to your science class or arctic unit study. Perfect for second grade, third grade, and fourth classrooms, homeschool families, and cooperatives.ELEMENTS INCLUDE:5-day lesson plan, including videos and activitiesOriginal reading passages (5)Opt
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2nd - 4th
All About Apples!
This unit is jam packed FULL of apple activities and perfect for fall! At over 130 pages, this unit will keep your students engaged and ready to learn about apples. Included in this packet are:
Pages 4: Apple Book List
Pages 5-6: KWL anchor chart headers and graphic organizer.
Pages 7-8: Schema anchor chart headers and graphic organizer.
Pages 9-11: Can/Have/Are anchor chart headers and graphic organizer.
Page 12-13: Life Cycle Anchor Chart printables, Full page life cycle poster, life c
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PreK - 3rd
Types of Trees Unit
Deciduous & Coniferous Trees UnitStudents will learn about the different types of Deciduous and Coniferous trees as well as the tree life cycle through a variety of tree identification activities, reading passages, and an independent research project on local trees.Table of Contents:Tree Vocabulary BookletTree Vocabulary Matching CardsDeciduous & Coniferous Trees Reading PassageConiferous & Deciduous Tree Sort21 Colored Tree Cards15 Fact CardsCompare & Contrast Venn Diagram Activ
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2nd - 4th
Also included in: Elementary Science Curriculum - Science Unit Bundle
Water Cycle in a Bag Experiment
Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation, Accumulation!
Observe the water cycle in your classroom. Using a sandwich bag and colored water watch the water form vapor and then "rain" inside the baggie. Students love this!
This download includes directions and a two page, detailed observation sheet to record the progress four times.
My class said this was their favorite activity of the year. I hang the baggies on the window facing our school courtyard and always get compliments on how appealing
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1st - 5th
Maple Sugar Bush
This Sap to Syrup spring science and social studies resource has activities for both Canadians and Americans. Whether you are taking your students to the sugar bush or just want them to experience it in the classroom, this resource is sure to provide you with all you need.
Please see the preview to see exactly what is included.
Includes:
- Maple Syrup as observed through the five senses (Flip Book)
- Where does maple syrup come from? (QR code goes to Heritage Minute: Syrup video via the Histor
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1st - 3rd
Puffer Fish | Ocean Theme Craft | Writing Activities
Great Ocean Craft for Summer!This Puffer Fish just might be one of the cutest I've ever seen!!It is such a simple and quick craft for an ocean theme unit or summer craft. It will be a great addition to your ocean thematic unit. They will look spectacular on an ocean bulletin board or in a school hallway!!Included with this Craft:All pattern piecesPicture of craftInstructions pageMaterials Needed pageCraft pattern with mouth and without (kids draw their own)Class book about Puffer Fish with co
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PreK - 3rd
Solar System PowerPoint Slides With Guided Notes
Your students will love learning about the Solar System with this creative PowerPoint presentation! This unit comes with guided notes and a solar system chart so students can follow along and take notes during the presentation. Answer keys are included.This unit has information about:The SunThe MoonPhases of the MoonThe Solar SystemConstellationsMercuryVenusEarthMarsJupiterSaturnUranusNeptunePlutoStudents will learn about two famous astronauts: Neil ArmstrongSally RideInteractive Activities:Whic
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2nd - 5th
Herbivores Carnivores Omnivores Activities Pack
Students will love learning all about herbivores, carnivores, omnivores with this fun and engaging resource. This unit includes articles, trifold organizers, and activities to accompany the study of each type of animal. Case studies and a variety of activities are included for each:⭐Herbivores,⭐Carnivores⭐OmnivoresPlus there are lots of kid-friendly and engaging activities: ✔Tri-fold Organizers---perfect for INBs✔Comprehension Questions✔Five Facts Webs✔Pocket Animal Cut and Sort Activity✔Can you
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2nd - 5th
Pumpkin Writing Craftivity
Bring fall science into your classroom and display student learning with this fun Pumpkin Writing Craftivity! This craft can be used as a follow up to a variety of pumpkin lessons & activities!Includes:Pumpkin Craft Differentiated Writing & Drawing TemplatesMultiple Sentence Prompts for pumpkin facts, parts, carving, describing, investigating, imaginative writing & more!Directions“The Perfect Patch” Bulletin Board LettersTraceable Anchor Charts!See more October & Fall Resources I
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PreK - 5th
Also included in: Retro Pumpkin Patch Fall Bulletin Board Decor Bundle
Solar Eclipse 2024 Passages Activities Worksheets Word Search Puzzles
Our Solar Eclipse 2024 unit has reading comprehension passages, worksheets, and activities to learn about a solar eclipse and the Sun and Moon. Several activities such as a word search, crossword puzzle, word scavenger hunt, Venn Diagram, and a quiz are included in this unit to reinforce learning. What's inside:Reading Passages (3)Comprehension QuestionsThings About a Solar EclipseWord SearchCrossword PuzzleWord Scavenger HuntCompare/Contrast the Sun and Moon ActivityA QuizAnswer KeysCHECK OUT M
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2nd - 5th
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