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Free 8th grade science thematic unit plans
Star Wars: May the 4th Be With You
Here is are Google Slides with activities and videos for kids to help celebrate Monday, May 4th.
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PreK - 8th
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Crayon Man Unit Study
Edwin Binney was an American entrepreneur and inventor, who created the first dustless white chalk, and along with his cousin C. Harold Smith, was the founder of handicrafts company “Binney and Smith”, which marketed his invention of the Crayola crayon. Learn more about him and his invention of the crayon with this unit study is appropriate for ALL ages.Mini Unit Study Includes:Book ListYouTube PlaylistPinterest BoardColoring PageBiography ResearchCompare & ContrastTimelineCopy Work (Tracing
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PreK - 8th
Puking Pumpkins Science Activity for Inference, Sequence and Recall
Looking for a way to engage your older students with a hands-on activity? If so, this free activity is perfect for push-in or small group lessons focused on targeting inference, sequencing and memory recall skills. This activity is also perfect for students working on life skills! Aside from this freebie, you will need these items for your volcano pumpkin:PumpkinBaking Soda Vinegar Glitter (optional)Gel Food Dye
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3rd - 8th
Evaporation Science Experiment for Special Education and Autism
This visual, symbol-supported science experiment is designed to be used to support standards-based adapted curriculum instruction for special education and students with autism. Uses the 5 steps in the scientific method in a modified way.Easy to follow directions in a task analysis format. Teacher Notes page with tips for a successful experiment, information about explaining what is happening to students, tips for extending the activity and more.This experiment is a part of my Water Cycle Scie
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6th - 8th
Space Word Search - Challenge!
Fun to play, but also educational. A great way for kids to get excited about space vocabulary. Some words go up, down, backwards, and diagonal. Timing: 12-30 minutes (depending on skills). Words Include: Celestial, Aurora, Orbit, Axis, Neutron, Gravity, Atmosphere, Supernova, Pulsar, Stellar Nursery, Astronomer, Asteroid, Telescope, Nebula, Gas, Earth, Space 'Answer Key' provided Special Note: Word Search's space-theme is inspired by the children's book "Kid Astronaut" by Laura Knight. TIP: H
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3rd - 8th
Unit Planning Template - Freebie
This unit/thematic planning template is a great way to plan an entire unit of study for your class/students. Use these templates (available in two different forms) to plan how you will incorporate a variety of resources (trade books, textbooks, online resources, field trips/experiential learning, etc.) into a unit of study. This is a great way to keep your instruction fresh and to reach all types of learners.
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K - 8th
PENGUINS FUN PACKET IN ENGLISH, SPANISH AND FRENCH {SCIENCE, ELL, ESL HELPFUL}
This begins with a Reading With Comprehension section about the topic. Next it has:
A True-False Comprehension Test About Penguins (25 questions) with the Answers Key;
A Fill-in Test About Penguins (10 questions) and the Answers Key;
English-Spanish Reader About Penguins helpful for ESL/ELL students of Spanish or French-speaking background;
English-French Reader About Penguins.
Next, as a fun-with-work section there are these:
1A. Penguins Word Search teaching not just words but words
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4th - 12th
FREE Yo observo/I Observe activity for any Animal Habitat Unit in SPA and ENG
Whole Class Activity to Build OracyObjective: To build vocabulary through cooperative learning activities. 1.) Partner your students in their cooperative groups. If you are in a Dual Language classroom, remember to pair them with a partner who is dominant in Spanish and one who is dominant in English. 2.) Show students the sentence frame, “Yo observo ___________”. Model how to use the sentence frame using an example from one of the slides. Model by pointing, using gestures, and taking turns wi
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K - 8th
Earth Science - Plate Tectonics
Full teaching package for Earth's Plate Tectonics from www.onacd.ca
(Plate Motion, Properties, Composition, Geological features created)
PowerPoint presentations: Colour images and relevant information.
Word format templated Teaching Notes with answers for the overhead or whiteboard.
Corresponding Student Notes (for either Powerpoint or Teaching Notes).
Word format Tests with answers keys.
Word format Quiz for each learning outcome with answer key.
"Analyse the processes and features associate
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7th - 10th
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Earth's Layers Mini Unit: Geology Study | Homeschool Study
Unveil the Secrets of Earth's Layers: Mini Unit Study *THIS MINI UNIT IS PART OF OUR SPACE UNIT *Embark on a geological journey with our captivating Earth's Layers Mini Unit Study! Immerse yourself in the dynamic structure of our planet, explore its intricate layers, and uncover the fascinating science behind its composition. Core to Crust Exploration: Dive into the heart of the Earth as we journey through its core, mantle, and crust. Discover the immense pressures, temperatures, and geologica
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1st - 8th
All About Eggs Activity Pack
In this multi-disciplinary print-and-go resource, students will learn all about eggs. Students will explore egg sizing and weights, egg anatomy, egg folklore from around the world, and how an egg arrives at the grocery store. With some basic supplies and a carton of eggs, students will build and test a design to help "break" an egg's fall in an egg gravity test. There's something for every learner!Supplemental Content:Egg Fact and Activity SheetThe California Foundation for Agriculture in the Cl
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K - 8th
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K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 4-LS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-LS1-4
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Introduction to Evolution - 5E Bundle - Teaching Timeline & Additional Resources
This SAMPLE contains a portion of my Introduction to Evolution - 5E Lesson Bundle. Specifically, this sample contains the following working files inside the 5E bundle.Teaching TimelineEngagement ActivityQuizSpecial TWF Resource BonusThese are the same files found inside the 5E bundle.Click here to have a look at my complete ➡️ Introduction to Evolution - 5E Lesson BundleThe complete 5E Bundle covers:• Evolution• Natural Selection• Scientific Theories• The Scientific Method• Evidence for Evolutio
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8th - 11th
Also included in: Introduction to Evolution - 5E Lesson Bundle
Ecological Succession - 5E Bundle - Teaching Timeline & Additional Resources
This SAMPLE contains a portion of my Ecological Succession - 5E Lesson Bundle. Specifically, this sample contains the following working files inside the 5E bundle.Teaching TimelineEngagement ActivityQuizSpecial TWF Resource BonusThese are the same files found inside the 5E bundle.Click here to have a look at my complete ➡️ Ecological Succession - 5E Lesson BundleThe complete 5E Bundle covers:• Primary Succession• Secondary Succession• Pond Succession• Forest Fire• Pioneer Species• Climax Communi
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Ecological Succession - 5E Lesson Bundle
2024-2025 Daily Agenda Slides in Watercolor
This is the 2024-2025 entire year calendar google slides daily agenda for displaying on your classroom projector as students enter the room. It includes a section for reminders, the calendar date (all hyperlinked for easy navigation), the daily objective and space for bell ringers, embedding photos, videos, gifs and other notes for your students. ALL DATES are provided in the slides from August 2024 to May 2025. You can delete days your district is not in school without messing up the content. T
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
The Science of Snow 2-3 Day Activity Hands-on
These activities may take around 2-3 days to complete and have been compiled from other FREE resources on TpT.Day1: Science of Snow-About 30 minutes. Students watch the NBC partnership with NSF for the The Science of Snow and Ice about the Sochi Olympics Games. Fill out the sheet and you can have students review answers together or review as a class. The video goes a little fast, students may want to review it with you. I had students read the words out loud in the blanks and we read the passa
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5th - 9th
Debate Planner
Running a debate in your classroom? This planner will allow students to collaborate with each other, prepare arguments, and develop a thorough document to present their debate information from. This google doc format also allows teachers to check student progress and evaluate individual work.
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5th - 12th
Science Sampler Gr. 5-8
Enjoy this selection of content from our Science titles for Grades 5-8. Content includes Change in Ecosystems, Producers, Consumers & Decomposers, Force, Motion and Work of Simple Machines, the Outer Planets and the Moon of the Solar System, and answer keys. All of our content is aligned to the Common Core State Standards, supports STEM Initiatives, and are written to Bloom's Taxonomy.
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5th - 8th
All about polar bears PowerPoint Kindergarten First grade digital resource
All about polar bears PowerPoint informational text is a great addition to an arctic animals theme. This presentation is filled with graphics and animations to catch students attention to understand the concept better.Questions and Answers slides are at the end of the lesson to review kids listening and understanding skills, you can ask your students to look at the questions and write down the answers to check once the class is done or ask questions to individuals and compare the answers on scre
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PreK - 8th, Staff
BP Oil Spill Webquest
This Word document is a 6-page Webquest/Internet search activity that takes the learner through different aspects of the BP Deepwater Horizon oil rig tragedy. This assignment goes very well with the PowerPoint presentation that is also found on this TPT site. This assignment is designed for each student to do on their own, but could easily be adapted to partners or small groups. It would also be easy to adjust to different grade levels and abilities. The activity includes the Web site links
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7th - 12th
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06.5 - Circular Motion Unit Plan
This document provides a framework for how I have designed my curricular materials and how to best deploy them using a cyclical unit design, specifically for the Momentum Unit, which includes the following resources also located on TpT:Circular Motion Unit OverviewCircular Motion Self AssessmentCircular Motion Lab SummaryCentripetal Force Guided NotesCircular Motion WS 1 (Centripetal Force)Circular Motion Quiz 1Universal Gravitation PhET Simulation SummaryCircular Motion WS 2 (Universal Gravitat
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Circular Motion Unit Bundle
07.5 - Momentum Unit Plan
This document provides a framework for how I have designed my curricular materials and how to best deploy them using a cyclical unit design, specifically for the Momentum Unit, which includes the following resources also located on TpT:Momentum Unit OverviewMomentum Self AssessmentExplosions Lab SummaryConservation of Momentum Guided NotesMomentum WS 1 (Conservation)Impulse Guided NotesMomentum WS 2 (Impulse)Momentum Quiz 1Momentum Concept BuildersMomentum Unit ReviewMystery Mass Momentum Lab Ch
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Momentum Unit Bundle
Integrated Unit on Africa: The Land, the People, the Animals
This unit introduces students to three unique peoples of Africa: the Gabbra people of the Chalbi Desert in Kenya, the Masai people of the savannahs of Kenya and Tanzania, and the Mbuti people from the rain forest of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Students will learn how geography and ecosystems both support and influence the lifestyle and culture of people who inhabit three vastly different types of environments. This unit addresses Common Core State Standards in Literacy for History/Social S
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5th - 8th
Space Theme Classroom Decor
FREE - Space Theme Classroom Decor (Apollo 11).One free space theme classroom decor mini poster of Apollo 11.Related to the mighty 724 USA Images for K-6.More from the store...Weekly Magazine packages:Grades K-6 -- $14.99 (100 issues, 1100 pages)Grades K-2 -- $7.99 (50 issues, 550 pages) Grades 3-6 -- $7.99 (50 issues, 550 pages)Grades K-1 -- $6.99 (25 issues, 275 pages) Grades 1-2 -- $6.99 (25 issues, 275 pages)Grades 3-4 -- $6.99 (25 issues, 275 pages)Grades 5-6 -- $6.99 (25 issue
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1st - 8th
Snow White Unit Study
A 23-page comprehensive Snow White unit study covering comprehension, English/grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, social studies, math, and a fun, hands-on science project. This unit study is writing intensive and best suited for children in fourth grade and above. The math is fourth to sixth grade level, depending on your child's abilities. I'm happy to provide an equal number of word problems at a different level or focusing on a specific skill if requested!Other than the math restriction,
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4th - 12th
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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.
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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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