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Science unit plan pdfs
Rocks and Minerals Unit, Types of Rocks, Weathering and Erosion, Rock Cycle
Is your science textbook outdated and lacking? Make learning about rocks and minerals engaging! This unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on rocks and minerals.These reading passages with comprehension questions are the perfect way to quickly check for understanding while providing the students with background information on each topic. It is also the perfect wa
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2nd - 4th
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NGSS:
4-ESS1-1
Also included in: Science Bundle
Solar System Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade
Your students will have a blast learning about space with this solar system unit for kindergarten and first grade! The week-long comprehensive unit includes detailed daily lesson plans with literature suggestions. It incorporates science, reading, writing, math, handwriting and art. It also includes QR codes and links to videos that complement the unit study.Click on the PREVIEW to read each lesson plan, see the Week-at-a-Glance planning sheet, key concepts students will learn in this unit, as
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Grades:
K - 1st
NGSS:
1-ESS1-1
Life Cycle of a Chicken - Science and Literacy Activities
This Life Cycle of Chicken unit is packed with engaging, hands-on activities and fun information on the theme of the Chicken Life Cycle. This resource can be used to teach about the chicken’s life cycle even if you do not hatch chicks.If you have never hatched chicks in your classroom before I hope you will give it a try! Your students will LOVE every minute of it! And it will make all the work and planning you do so worth it as you watch your students filled with wonder. You will also see th
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K - 3rd
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States of Matter Unit, Solids, Liquids, Gases, Mixtures and Solutions, Density
This matter science unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on matter. Please download the preview file to see all pages included in this unit!Pages included:Matter reading passage and comprehensioncrossword puzzlemultiple choice activitymind mappicture wordword sortSolids reading passage and comprehensionword search and fill in the blankgraphic organizerLiquids read
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Science Bundle
Landforms Activities, Map Skills, and Writing Project
Make your science lessons come alive with these landforms activities that include a landforms building and narrative writing project! Students explore 20 different landforms, build landform islands, practice map skills, and much more! Combining science, writing, and literacy activities, this highly engaging, hands-on unit includes ready-to-use lesson plans, mini-lessons, 20 full-page landforms posters, and a variety of printable landforms activities and assessments. Your students will love the
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1st - 3rd
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Parts of a Plant, Plant Life Cycle, Plant Needs, Photosynthesis Lesson Plan Unit
Do you need to teach all about plants, but aren’t sure where to begin? This comprehensive plant unit has got you covered! From exploring the parts of plants and their functions to unraveling the mysteries of the basic needs of plants, this unit has it all! Watch your students blossom as they explore hands-on labs, engaging plant activities, cooperative learning, and so much more! Try Before you Buy:Free Pollination Demonstration. It's a free lesson from this unit! Save at least 20% off when you
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2nd - 4th
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NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 3-LS1-1
, 5-LS1-1
Animal Needs and Winter Adaptations (Hibernate, Migrate, Adapt) Unit
One of the Next Generation Science Standards states that students should be able to describe what animals need to survive, and how animals adapt to their environment in Winter. I have created this unit to help cover those standards. Here is a list of what you get in this pack:Hibernate/Migrate/Adapt Picture Sort (Whole Group)Food/Water/Shelter/Air DisplayWhat Do Animals Need Informative ReaderAnimals Need Flip Books (2 versions)Animal Food, Shelter, & Water Draw It (2 versions)Hibernate/Mig
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K - 3rd
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Scientific Method Activity - Easy Gummy Worm Science Experiment Lab 4th and 5th
This scientific method activity using gummy worms candy will have your students engaged and having fun as they learn about the steps of the scientific method. Hands-on, easy to use, budget friendly and loved by thousands of students!Click the PREVIEW button to see more details of what is included.CLICK HERE to save almost 30% with the Scientific Method BUNDLE!⭐ What's Included:table of contentssupply/materials listdaily plan/outline of the activitiesteacher instructionsfull page student lab shee
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4th - 6th
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Forces and Motion
This hands-on force and motion unit is packed with science experiments, learning stations, games, printables, poems, a force and motion assessment, 12 colorful vocabulary posters, coordinating vocabulary cards, printables, and more! It contains a unique student Motion Mission notebook with six experiments that will have your students critically thinking about science concepts, cause and effect, and connections to their everyday world. This unit builds on your students' natural curiosity with ton
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1st - 2nd
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Also included in: Science Unit MEGA BUNDLE!
Force & Motion: Laws of Motion, Gravity, Friction, Energy, Simple Machines, MORE
Attention all 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade science teachers! Are you looking for a comprehensive unit on force and motion as well as simple machines? Look no further! Our full unit has everything you need to make teaching science a breeze.With our step-by-step lesson plans, printable and digital student activities, hands-on experiments, and centers, your students will be fully engaged and excited to learn about forces and motion. We understand that teaching science can be challenging, which is why we'
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-2
, 5-PS2-1
States of Matter for Kids: Solids, Liquids, and Gases
This states of matter science unit is packed with activities, including five hands-on science experiments you can use to teach your students about the states of matter. Students will learn about solids, liquids, gases, evaporation, melting, freezing, heating, changing properties, and more! Emphasis is placed on how matter changes from one form to another. 12 learning posters, science vocabulary cards, teacher directions, and activity printables are included. Celebrate your students' learning at
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1st - 2nd
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Also included in: Science Unit MEGA BUNDLE!
Living and Nonliving Things Living Science Unit | Kindergarten and First Grade
Living and Nonliving Activities: 97 pages packed with ready-to-use and hands-on activities dedicated to direct instruction on Living and non-living things. This Living and Nonliving Print & Play Pack is aimed at developing a basic and deeper understanding of what living things are for little learners. This bundle includes ready-to-use charts, engaging printables, high-visual pocket chart pieces, and more. NEWLY EXPANDED AND UPDATED ON MAY 3, 2024⭐Living Things and Non-Living Digital Option-
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Science Mini Bundle One: Plants Living Things Nocturnal Animal Insects
Second Grade Science Units NGSS Bundle
Teaching second grade science aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards is quite challenging without quality resources to guide you. These in-depth units address all 2nd grade NGSS topics and enable you to plan and teach high-engagement, three-dimensional science lessons. The six units in this bundle blend three important aspects of science and engineering education: the content, the skills, and the big-picture ideas. These units incorporate phenomena, integrate Crosscutting Concepts, a
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Grades:
2nd
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K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 2-PS1-4
, 2-LS4-1
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Skeletal System Complete Unit Bones Human Body Systems
Take your students on an unforgettable journey into the human body systems with this comprehensive, engaging skeletal system unit! This complete 10-day unit is made for upper elementary students, offering engaging lessons, interactive digital resources, and hands-on activities. All designed for easy implementation and guaranteed student learning!Lessons cover parts of the skeletal system, functions of the skeletal system, bones, joints and connective tissues, and bone health. Students will love
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Human Body Systems BIG BUNDLE | Fun Human Body Activities
Force and Motion Unit, Simple Machines, Friction, Gravity, Laws of Motion
Do you want an easy way to teach topics on force and motion? What about simple machines? Make learning about force and motion engaging! This unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on rocks and minerals.These reading passages with comprehension questions are the perfect way to quickly check for understanding while providing the students with background information o
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Science Bundle
Human Body Unit for First and Second Grade
This human body unit has EVERYTHING you need to teach young learners about the different human body systems! All you have to do is print, prep, and teach! Detailed lesson plans include literature suggestions, hands-on activities, experiments, and crafts. Literacy and math printables inspire learning across content areas. There’s even QR codes and links to YouTube videos that fit in perfectly as well. Click on the PREVIEW to see the "My Stomach and Digestive System" part of this unit. This wil
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1st - 2nd
Butterfly Life Cycle Lapbook, Reading Passages, Worksheets, and Posters
Have your students dig deeper into the butterfly life cycle with this butterfly mini-unit. They will read about each stage of a butterfly's life cycle in the reading passages and answer comprehension questions. In addition to other butterfly activities, students will create a butterfly flip book and lapbook to demonstrate their learning. ACTIVITY PAGES INCLUDEDButterfly Life Cycle - Overview - Reading and short answerStage One - Eggs - Reading and short answerStage Two - Larva - Reading and s
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2nd - 3rd
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Also included in: Science Bundle
All About Owls Unit, Owl Craft, Writing Template, Owl Pellet Activities & More
Are you looking for an all about owls themed unit? Check out this set full of hands-on science, math activities, writing templates, crafts and more! This K/1 unit is perfect for the month of October or November; these engaging activities will teach your students all about owls and review a variety of math and literacy skills.This best-selling unit has been completely revised, with new activities added and others revamped.What's included:All About Owls nonfiction text with real photosAll About
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PreK - 1st
Light and Shadow Science Unit Light Unit Kindergarten
Light and Shadow Science Unit Light Unit: NEW UPDATE with VOCABULARY POSTERS ADDED: Grab the new addition of vocabulary poster in full size and pocket chart size options.⭐Light and Shadow Learning Activities to Captivate Your Learners: These Five Days of Lights and Shadows Lesson Plans are must-have! Each of these specific lesson plans in this 60 page+ guide comes with directions, helpful tips for implementation and book suggestions, and specific science experiments to guide your little learners
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K - 1st
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Also included in: Science Mini Bundle Two Motion, Lights, Space, Landforms, Arctic Animals
Light & Sound Energy Science Centers | 3rd 4th Grade Reading Passage Activities
Light and Sound Energy Science Weekly Five™ Stations help introduce students to the properties of 2 forms of energy, light and sound.Updated for 2022. Stations are improved, an answer key was added, and everything you need is included in one easy PDF. Look out for more updated units!5 Quick and Simple Centers1. Read: What Are Light and Sound?2. Explore: Use a bowl, coin, and water to explore refraction3. Organize: Interpret a Venn diagram comparing and contrasting sound and light4. Extend: Use a
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3rd - 4th
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Science Experiments for a Year - Differentiated w/ 3 levels of Recording Sheets
Science Experiments for Kids for the Year!!! Looking for some fun summer activities for summer school or to end the summer boredom!! Or just some fun hands on science enrichment activities for your science block or for Science Fridays!? Let's face it...kids LOVE science experiments!!! It opens up a whole world of wonder, imagination, critical thinking, and hands on experiences!!! It's just FUN!!! This phenomenal Science Resource includes:100 + SIMPLE ExperimentsExperiments that only require simp
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PreK - 12th
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Weather Unit
Your meteorologists will have so much fun with this jam-packed weather unit for science ! There are 12 learning posters and over 15 weather activities included. Your students will study the weather, seasons, changes, clouds, weather tools, temperature, forecasts and weather maps, meteorology, and more! There are plenty of engaging activities packed into this unit to teach the concepts of weather to your students. It also includes engaging, hands-on science experiments!
This learning pack includ
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1st - 3rd
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Also included in: Science Unit MEGA BUNDLE!
Light and Sound Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade
Where does light come from? How are sounds made? Find the answers to these questions and more during this NGSS-aligned light and sound unit! The week-long unit includes detailed daily lesson plans with literature suggestions. It incorporates science, reading, writing, math and handwriting. It also includes experiments and links to videos that complement the unit study.Watch the VIDEO PREVIEW to learn more, or click on the PREVIEW to read each lesson plan, see the Week-at-a-Glance planning sheet
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Grades:
K - 1st
NGSS:
1-PS4-4
, 1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
, 1-PS4-1
Australian Curriculum - Materials and their Properties - Foundation Science Unit
Teach your Prep and Kindergarten students about the chemistry strand of materials and their properties with this science unit! Explore the different materials that familiar objects are made of through hands-on explorations and complimentary printables.Save 20% by grabbing this unit as part of my bundle!This packet includes 66 pages of suggested activities and matching black line masters. You will also find a variety of vocabulary posters, experiments, hands-on activities and lesson ideas to comp
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Australian Curriculum - Prep and Foundation Science Unit 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.
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