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Equip your eighth-grade students for the next academic level with activities that challenge and inspire. These resources focus on advanced concepts, critical thinking, and skill refinement. Use them to ensure students are confident and prepared for the transition to high school.
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Electromagnetic Spectrum Activity
Science, Physics, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about STEM subjects. Electromagnetic Spectrum Do you like STEM subjects? what is your favorite one? Have you ever tried to plant a seed? If yes, tell us more about it. Or have you ever tried to invent something? If yes, tell us more about it. And how do you think it will help us? Have you ever seen a microorganism under a microscope? What was it? And how it looked like? Mathematics is a marvelous subject. Let' sharpen our brains and solve some equations. Do you like timetable tricks? What is your favorite one? Do you know how to code? Have you ever created an app or a game before? If yes, how was it like? Electromagnetic Spectrum Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this topic. Electromagnetic Spectrum This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Label the waves from quiet to loud. Con you draw some items in the squares to match the wavelengths? Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Electromagnetic Spectrum Activity, Electromagnetic Spectrum, Electromagnetic Spectrum Facts, Electromagnetic Spectrum Facts For Kids, Electromagnet, Electromagnets, Electromagnets Facts
Laboratory Equipment Domino 2 Science Game for Chemistry Physics & Bio
STEM, Science, Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Special Education Needs (SEN), Special Resources, Research, Biology, Homeschool Templates, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Games, Worksheets & Printables, Task Cards, Quizzes and Tests, Teacher Tools, Quizzes, Word Problems, Word Searches, Worksheets
Laboratory Equipment Domino 2 A Fun & Engaging Science Game for Chemistry, Physics & Biology Classrooms 🔬 Make Science Learning Fun with Hands-On Play! Help your students master laboratory equipment vocabulary in a way that’s interactive, engaging, and memorable! With Laboratory Equipment Domino 2, students match images and terms of lab tools, reinforcing key scientific vocabulary while having fun. Whether you teach chemistry, physics, or biology, this game is a perfect addition to your lesson plans. 🎯 Why Teachers Love This Game ✅ Turns Vocabulary into Active Learning – Science terms become easier to remember through hands-on engagement. ✅ Boosts Visual Recognition – Helps students quickly identify and recall lab equipment. ✅ Encourages Collaboration – Supports teamwork and communication through pair or group play. ✅ Flexible & Easy to Use – Ideal for science centers, review lessons, or warm-up activities. ✅ Perfect for Any Science Class – Use it in chemistry, physics, and biology lessons to reinforce key lab tools. 🧪 What’s Included? 🃏 39 Domino Cards – Each featuring an image and term for common laboratory equipment, such as: ✔ Beakers ✔ Test Tubes ✔ Pipettes ✔ Flasks ✔ Centrifuges ✔ Burners …and more essential science tools! 📖 Pairs Perfectly with My Knowledge Card Set 2 – Laboratory Equipment Use this game alongside Knowledge Card Set 2 for extended learning opportunities and even deeper reinforcement of lab terminology. 📌 How to Play 1️⃣ Print & Cut the cards (laminate for durability if desired). 2️⃣ Distribute the domino cards among players. 3️⃣ Match the lab equipment image with its corresponding term to play. 4️⃣ The first player to place all their domino cards wins! 💡 Pro Tip: Make the game even more engaging by playing on the classroom floor or in the hallway—this adds movement and excitement to your lesson! 🌟 Why This Game is a Must-Have for Science Teachers ✔ Saves Prep Time – Just print, cut, and play! ✔ Great for All Science Subjects – Perfect for chemistry, physics, and biology classes. ✔ Supports Different Learning Styles – Helps visual, kinesthetic, and social learners. ✔ Engaging for All Levels – Works well for middle school, high school, and even college-level introductory science courses. 🔬 Make Science Lessons Interactive & Fun! Whether you're introducing lab equipment for the first time or reinforcing vocabulary in a play-based learning environment, this Laboratory Equipment Domino Game is the perfect tool for your classroom. 🚀 Download now and bring hands-on science learning into your classroom today! 📍 Best wishes, Heike from Lernfitness Did You Know? I teach with a certified therapy dog, and together we create a positive and inspiring learning environment. 🐶✨
Author Lernfitness
Tags Game, Educational Card Games, Chemistry, Lab, Biology, Laboratory Equipment, Lab Tools, Physics, STEM Science Matching Game, Domino
6th Grade Math All Year Review Digital Choice Board
Algebra, Math, Decimals, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurements, Grade 6, 7, 8, Activities
Are you looking for a way to review and practice 6th grade math skills in a fun and interactive way? Do you want to challenge yourself with different topics and levels of difficulty? Do you enjoy learning with colorful and engaging online content? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you will love this digital choice board for 6th grade math. This product is designed to help you review and reinforce the math skills your students learned throughout the year, such as fractions, decimals, integers, ratios, expressions, equations, and more. With this digital choice board, your students can choose from 15 different topics and activities that suit their needs and interests. They can work on them at their own pace and in any order they prefer. At the end of each activity there is a code for accountability. This digital choice board is created with Genially, a powerful and easy-to-use tool for creating amazing online content. Genially allows you to interact with the choice board in a smooth and intuitive way. You can click on the icons, drag and drop the elements, zoom in and out, and explore the different features of the choice board. You can also use Genially on any device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone. This product is perfect for students who want to review and practice 6th grade math skills in a fun and interactive way. It is also ideal for teachers who want to provide their students with a flexible and engaging learning option. Whether you use it at home or in the classroom, this digital choice board will make your math learning experience more enjoyable and rewarding. Topics: •Fractors & Multiples •Whole Numbers •Decimals •Fractions •Integers •Ratio & Rates •Percents •Exponents •Coordinate Plane •Variable Expression •One Step Equations •One Step Inequalities •Area •Surface Area •Statistic Pdf with the link to the activity
Author Matemaths
Tags Matemaths, End Of Year, Choice Board, Digital Activities, Review, 6th Grade Math End Of Year Review Pdf, 6th Grade Review
Seismograph Activity
Science, Basic Science, Technology, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about famous places in different countries. Seismograph Do you like STEM subjects? what is your favorite one? Have you ever tried to plant a seed? If yes, tell us more about it. Or have you ever tried to invent something? If yes, tell us more about it. And how do you think it will help us? Have you ever seen a microorganism under a microscope? What was it? And how it looked like? Mathematics is a marvelous subject. Let' sharpen our brains and solve some equations. Do you like timetable tricks? What is your favorite one? Do you know how to code? Have you ever created an app or a game before? If yes, how was it like? Seismograph Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about this fantastic place. Seismograph This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions How do these items relate to the seismograph? Write what you know about them. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Seismograph Activity, Seismograph, Seismograph Facts, Seismograph Facts For Kids, Science, Science Facts, Science Facts For Kids, Technology, Technology Facts, Technology Facts For Kids
Saturn Review Activity
Space, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Science, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about space facts. Saturn Review Do you like reading about space? If yes, what is your favorite topic? What do you know about our solar system? What is the smallest planet in our solar system? What is the biggest planet in our solar system? What is the hottest planet in our solar system? And what is the coldest one? Do you think there are aliens? If yes, what do you think they look like? What do they eat and how they speak to each other? Where do they live? What is a galaxy? And what is a milky way? Have you recently saw a shooting star? If yes, tell us more about it, like when did it happen and where? What is a blackhole? Can a blackhole gets bigger by time? Do you like counting the stars? What do you think a star is made of? Saturn Review Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about the fantastic space. Saturn Review This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions How much do you know about Saturn? Let's complete the information below! Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Saturn Review Activity, Saturn, Saturn Activity, Saturn Facts, Saturn Facts For Kids, Planet, Planet Facts, Planet Facts For Kids, Space, Space Facts
Science Reading Passage: Chemical Bonding (Fillable PDF)
Science, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Chemistry, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Science Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions: Chemical Bonding (Fillable PDF) This very engaging science reading passage is about chemical bonding and how atoms connect to form the materials people use every day . It explains how outer electrons influence bonding and introduces three major bond types: ionic bonds, covalent bonds, and metallic bonds. Students explore examples such as sodium chloride, water, copper wire, aluminum foil, and iron beams while learning how bonding affects properties such as conductivity, strength, flexibility, and reactivity. This passage is designed to bridge the gap between science and literacy by strengthening reading comprehension while sparking scientific curiosity in middle school students. It blends English Language Arts skills with accurate science content, helping students build background knowledge, understand key concepts, use evidence from the text, and explain scientific ideas clearly. This resource supports science classroom practice while also reinforcing important literacy skills such as main idea, vocabulary, comprehension, and summarizing. Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Science. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! Student Tasks for The Passage: 10 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, science concepts, comparison, and real-world applications 10 True/False statements to check understanding and address common misconceptions 5 text-based short-answer questions that require students to explain important ideas from the passage 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense the central ideas accurately Full answer key for every section This passage is designed as a fillable PDF , which means students can type their answers directly into the document on any computer or tablet . Each page includes highlighted text fields that show them exactly where to type! Available Formats for this Resource PDF Word Docs Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Product Details Length: 7 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Standards support: Reinforces informational-text skills and supports NGSS-style sense-making by helping students read scientific explanations, connect evidence to key concepts, interpret real-world examples, and explain cause-and-effect relationships in science. Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic science content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Other Science Reading Collections and Topics You May Find in the Store: 1. Astronomy & Space Science 2. Volcanoes, Rocks, & Mountains 3. Rock Cycle, Soil, & Sinkholes 4. Mars, Glaciers, & Antarctica 5. Water Cycle, Acid Rain, & Wastewater 6. Insects, Animals, & Ecosystems 7. Bioluminescence & Insects 8. Animal Skin, Cats, & T. Rex 9. Human Body and Senses 10. Health & Applied Bioscience 11. Waves, Light, & Imaging 12. Electricity & Energy 13. Motion & Materials 14. Chemistry and Materials Science 15. Electromagnetism 16. Acids and Bases 17. Gas Laws 18. Biotechnology 19. Periodic Trends 20. Protists and Fungi 21. Microevolution 22. Blood 23. Chemical Bonding 24. Magnets 25. Muscles 26. Nuclear Chemistry 27. Electromagnetic Devices 28. Epigenetics 29. The Law of Conservation of Mass 30. Atomic Models 31. Isotopes and Ions 32. Light 33. Human-Environment Interaction 34. Theory of Evolution 35. Photosynthesis 36. Origins of Life and Early Earth 37. Gene Expression and Regulation 38. Thermochemistry 39. Allergies 40. Coevolution 41. Birth to Adulthood 42. Cells 43. Entropy and Free Energy 44. The Human Brain 45. Mixtures and Solutions 46. Invertebrates 47. Zoo Animals 48. Biochemistry 49. Animal Behavior 50. Population Ecology ...and many more engaging science reading passages that cover intriguing and important topics designed to spark curiosity and support student learning. Use this passage to reinforce ELA skills in science, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Chemistry, Atomic Structure
Eating Insects: Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passage (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Sociology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Eating Insects: Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passage (Word) This resource introduces a unique Social Studies reading comprehension passage with questions about Eating Insects in some cultures and possible future eating trends. The passage is carefully designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content . Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! Student Tasks throughout the passage: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting the following skills: main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Full answer key for every section Available Formats for this Resource: PDF Fillable PDF Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Social Studies Reading Comprehension Collection Links: 1. Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 2. Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 3. The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 4. Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 5. Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 6. Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 7. Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 8. Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 9. Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 10. Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 11. Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 12. Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 13. Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs 14. People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details: Length: 4 pages Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Passage: Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this passage to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passage strengthens main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Sociology
Write, Revise, & Present Rhyming Poems with Vivid Verbs & Imagery- 6-8
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, Teacher Tools, Activities, Worksheets & Printables
Build confident and creative poets in your middle school classroom with the 42-page mini-unit, "Write, Revise, & Present Rhyming Poems with Vivid Verbs & Imagery." With 4 day of lesson plans and activities, your students will learn or review 16 key poetic terms , analyze the poem "Catch a Little Rhyme" by Eve Merriam, write a poem using a template based on Merriam's poem, participate in revision groups , present their poems to the class in a poetry reading or poetry slam, and reflect on the whole experience. or to the whole class in a poetry slam. The unit includes detailed lesson plans with essential and guiding questions, standards, objectives and learning targets , an answer key , student-friendly rubric, 7 worksheets , and 2 posters. The mini-unit includes: Hyperlinked Table of Contents About this Resource with Essential Question, Guiding Questions, Standards, Objectives, Learning Targets, and links to all the materials throughout the resource, Day 1: Poetry Terms and Poem Analysis Poetic Devices Definitions (poster) Road Signs to Understanding Words: Poetry Terms Poetry Terms Definitions and Key Link to the poem "Catch a Little Rhyme" and analysis lesson Day 2: Brainstorming and Writing a Draft Catch a Little Rhyme Examples Catch a Little Rhyme: Directions for writing a Poem Template Important Things to Consider When Writing a Rhyming Poem (poster) Day 3: Peer Response Response to "Catch a Little Rhyme" Poems in your Group Sentence Starters Peer Response to "Catch a Little Rhyme" Day 4: Presentation and Self-Reflection Catch a Little Rhyme Poem Checklist Catch a Little Rhyme Poem Reflection Rubric- Catch a Little Rhyme
Author Intentional Teaching and Learning
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Tags Creative Writing, Poetry, Vivid Verbs, Mood And Tone, Template, Revision, Poetry Slam, Lesson Rhyme, Rubric, Poetry Terms
Reading Comprehension Passage: The Butterfly Effect (Sample Docs)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Sociology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
This is a ONE PASSAGE SAMPLE. The following is the description of the FULL resource and the downloading links: Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions: Civic Action and Social Change (Docs) This resource introduces a collection of Social Studies reading comprehension passages with questions about Civic Action and Social Change. The passages are carefully designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content . Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! What Is Included in this Collection? There are three informational passages (with full answer keys): The Butterfly Effect: Small Moments, Big Consequences From Piggy Bank to Profit: How Banks Make Money Work Flipping the Switch: A Student Campaign for Change For Each Passage, students will have multiple tasks to complete as follow: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Available Formats for this Resource PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE For more Social Studies Reading Passages, check the following Links: Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Product Details Length: 15 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Civic Action And Social Change
Guided Reading Lesson Plan & Activities for Grade 8
Reading, ELA, Grade 8, Activities, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
During their final year of middle school, 8th graders engage in preparing for high school by refining and enhancing skills acquired in previous middle school years, while also acquiring new (and frequently more challenging) abilities. In numerous ways, 8th grade serves as a transitional year since students are anticipated to have mastered middle school skills and start evolving into “high-schoolers.” In particular, 8th graders are anticipated to be self-sufficient thinkers and doers, evaluating and articulating what they understand in both their written and spoken communication. In the 8th grade, students further develop various skills acquired in previous grades, particularly focusing on aspects such as text evidence, language, and comparisons across different genres of text. Nonetheless, 8th graders deepen their text analyses by exploring the details and writing structures while evaluating how these aspects influence the text. This ebook contains an in-depth guided reading lesson plan complete with activities, which takes around 90 minutes to complete. Proposed responses are also included.
Author Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
Tags Guided, Reading, Lesson, Plan, Activites, Grade 8, Language
Apple Donuts Activity
Life Sciences, Science, Nature & Plants, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity /craft designed for the students to have fun learning about our daily activities or even to have fun doing some DIY crafts. Create Your Wardrobe Do you like group activities or crafts that you can enjoy with your friends and family? Or do you like individua activities and crafts that you can do on your own then show the world how creative you are? Have you ever tried to do a do it yourself craft? If yes tell us more about it, like has any one helped you, what was it about, what materials dd you use to create it and how much time did you suspend creating it? Do you like colouring? What is your favourite colour? Create Your Wardrobe Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the creativity skills for the students, while having fun with our cool activities and crafts. Create Your Wardrobe This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity . Instructions Slice the top and bottom from each apple. Slice the apples into circles. Use a biscuit cutter & cut a hole in the center to make a donut shape. Top the apple rings with either chocolate spread, peanut butter or yogurt. Finally, garnish and decorate each donut with different topping. Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Apple Donuts Activity, Donuts Activity, Apple Donuts, Donuts Craft, Apple, Apples, Apples Activity, Apple Craft, Apples Facts, Apple Facts For Kids
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Henry Ford
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Science, Technology, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
It's hard to imagine a more significant businessman to the twentieth century than Henry Ford. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and explain the life of the Ford Motor Company founder with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Henry Ford fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Henry Ford essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Henry Ford biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Henry Ford notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Henry Ford
Personal Finance: Teaching Econ is Fun!
Social Studies, Economics, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Activities
Introduction to Personal Finance: Dive into MONEY! This lesson serves as the kickstart to my personal finance module. While it's primarily an introductory session, it can seamlessly fit into any personal finance curriculum. The core theme explores the complexities of a barter-based economy and delves into the reasons we pivot to using money, accompanied by a precise definition of money. It's a dynamic and captivating lesson. It includes a light-hearted skit, where students, and optionally the teacher, illustrate the pitfalls of bartering. Following the skit, the spotlight shifts to understanding the essence of money and its significance. With hands-on demonstrations, students get a chance to actively participate, ensuring they remain engrossed and involved throughout the session. What is included? -The Goat Farmer and Chicken Farmer skit (props not included :-) -a power point that will define money and the challenges of a barter economy -a Federal Reserve bank publication titled: "MONEY", this is a must have resource when teaching about money! I use this resource in my 7th grade classroom, but it could be used in almost any middle or high school class. This has been a successful lesson in my economics class for almost 20 years. Teaching economics is fun!
Author BCM Creations
Tags Bartering, Money, Economics, Personal Finance
Old World Globe Photoshop Activity
Science, Technology, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities
Students will work with digital tools in the Old World Globe Photoshop Activity . Students will design a digital globe in this activity . Step by step directions are included.
Author OK Products
Tags Old World Globe, Cross Curricular, Science Activity, Graphic Design, Technology, Geography, Design Concepts, Computer Activity
Social Studies SAMPLE Reading Passage: Color Therapy (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
This is a ONE PASSAGE SAMPLE. The following is the description of the FULL resource and the downloading links: Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages: Psychology and Society (Fillable PDF) This resource introduces a collection of Social Studies reading comprehension passages about Psychology and Society. The passages are carefully designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content. Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! These worksheets are designed as fillable PDFs , which means students can type their answers directly into the document on any computer or tablet . Each page includes highlighted text fields that show them exactly where to type! What Is Included in this Collection? There are three informational passages (with full answer keys): Facing Fear: Understanding Phobias Color Therapy: Can Colors Help You Feel Better Inside the Mind of a Criminal: Profiling at Work For Each Passage, students will have multiple tasks to complete as follow: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Available Formats for this Resource PDF Word Docs Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE For more Social Studies Reading Passages, check the following Links: Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs How to Use These PDFs Click on the highlighted area to start typing your answer. Move to the next question by clicking in the next highlighted box. When you are finished, close the document and select SAVE so your answers stay recorded. If you want to keep a blank copy for later, choose Save As and give your completed version a new name. Product Details Length: 15 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Psychology
A Strange Meeting: Complete The Story (9-13 years)
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
A Strange Meeting: Complete The Story (9-13 years) A Strange Meeting: Complete The Story (9-13 years) is a creative writing teaching resource, designed to foster and enhance children's imaginative writing skills. It's focused on crafting the end of a narrative titled 'A Strange Meeting' while providing necessary prompts to guide them through this process. This product goes beyond traditional story writing in many ways. It not only encourages children to create an informative leaflet underlining facts and opinions about the famed Impressionist painter - Monet, but also stimulates their critical thinking by asking them to develop another non-fiction leaflet about a painter of their choice, for a younger audience. Designed for ages: 9-13 years old Suitable grades: Grade 3 up to Grade 8 Main Focus: Language Arts and specifically Creative Writing subjects, with interdisciplinary learning incorporating elements of art history. Built as an invaluable series of themed prompts, A Strange Meeting: Complete The Story aids the child in planning and structuring their own narrative piece or play script. This resource offers beneficial examples while ensuring advanced vocabulary options that stretch more capable pupils abilities. Incorporation Within Classroom Setups: "A Strange Meeting: Complete The Story"'s flexibility in implementation allows it fit effortlessly within different classroom setups. Whole-group instruction, small tutoring sessions or even homework assignments – whatever you may need! Promoting Creativity & Literacy Improvement Among Young Learners: This enjoyable activity material serves as sheets as well as practical tools for literacy improvement promoting creativity developing robust language arts proficiency among learners - accomplishing objectives neatly set out in PDF format over 13 informative pages.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Creative Writing, Storytelling, Imaginative Thinking, Art History, Leaflet
Online Privacy Traffic Lights Activity
Life Skills, Special Resources, Social Skills, Technology, Science, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities
Activity Introduction An amazing activity designed for the students to learn more about social and soft skills in our daily life. Online Privacy Traffic Lights Have you ever read about soft skills or social skills? If yes, can you tell us more about them? Body language is so important for us to learn about, as it teaches us how to deliver the correct message to the people we are talking to, and get the right message from the people who talk to us, by simply reading their body language. What do you know about etiquette? Do you know that every country has got its unique etiquette? What do you know about online etiquette? What is your strongest soft/social skill? Can you name other social or soft skills? Do you think we should be always nice to our friends and family? Do you think we should be kind with animals? Have you ever read about online etiquette? If yes, tell us more about it. What are the essential skills that we should have while dealing with people online? Online Privacy Traffic Lights Activity The activity is perfect for encouraging the researching skills for the students, while learning more about these fantastic social and soft skills in our daily life. Online Privacy Traffic Lights This friendly designed worksheet is suitable for students at school, homeschooling, and as a group activity. Instructions Can you colour the traffic lights according to each statement? Format Available in a PDF format.
Author Educational Voice
Tags Online Privacy Traffic Lights Activity, Online Privacy Activity, Traffic Lights Activity, Online Privacy, Online Privacy Facts, Online Privacy Facts For Kids, Skills, Technology, Online Behavior
Physical Science Reading Comprehension Passage: Light & Optics (Word)
Science, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Common Core, Language Development, Writing, Physics, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests, Literacy Readers
Physical Science Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions for Middle School: Light, Optics, and the Behavior of Waves (Word Document) This engaging middle school physical science reading comprehension resource explores light, optics, and the behavior of waves . Students learn how visible light fits within the electromagnetic spectrum, how wavelength relates to color, and how light can reflect, refract, and travel through different materials. The passage explains key concepts such as reflection, refraction, prisms, convex and concave lenses, and the speed of light . Students also explore real-world applications of optics, including cameras, eyeglasses, microscopes, telescopes, endoscopes, and fiber-optic technology. This passage is designed to bridge the gap between science and literacy by strengthening reading comprehension while sparking scientific curiosity in middle school students. It blends English Language Arts skills with accurate science content, helping students build background knowledge, understand key concepts, use evidence from the text, and explain scientific ideas clearly. This resource supports science classroom practice while also reinforcing important literacy skills such as main idea, vocabulary, comprehension, and summarizing. Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Science. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! Student Tasks for The Passage: 10 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, science concepts, comparison, and real-world applications 10 True/False statements to check understanding and address common misconceptions 5 text-based short-answer questions that require students to explain important ideas from the passage 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense the central ideas accurately Full answer key for every section Available Formats for this Resource PDF Fillable PDF Google Docs Product Details Length: 7 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Standards support: Reinforces informational-text skills and supports NGSS-style sense-making by helping students read scientific explanations, connect evidence to key concepts, interpret real-world examples, and explain cause-and-effect relationships in science. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE Other Science Reading Collections and Topics You May Find in the Store: 1. Astronomy & Space Science 2. Volcanoes, Rocks, & Mountains 3. Rock Cycle, Soil, & Sinkholes 4. Mars, Glaciers, & Antarctica 5. Water Cycle, Acid Rain, & Wastewater 6. Insects, Animals, & Ecosystems 7. Bioluminescence & Insects 8. Animal Skin, Cats, & T. Rex 9. Human Body and Senses 10. Health & Applied Bioscience 11. Waves, Light, & Imaging 12. Electricity & Energy 13. Motion & Materials 14. Chemistry and Materials Science 15. Electromagnetism 16. Acids and Bases 17. Gas Laws 18. Biotechnology 19. Periodic Trends 20. Protists and Fungi 21. Microevolution 22. Blood 23. Chemical Bonding 24. Magnets 25. Muscles 26. Nuclear Chemistry 27. Electromagnetic Devices 28. Epigenetics 29. The Law of Conservation of Mass 30. Atomic Models 31. Isotopes and Ions 32. Light 33. Human-Environment Interaction 34. Theory of Evolution 35. Photosynthesis 36. Origins of Life and Early Earth 37. Gene Expression and Regulation 38. Thermochemistry 39. Allergies 40. Coevolution 41. Birth to Adulthood 42. Cells 43. Entropy and Free Energy 44. The Human Brain 45. Mixtures and Solutions 46. Invertebrates 47. Zoo Animals 48. Biochemistry 49. Animal Behavior 50. Population Ecology ...and many more engaging science reading passages that cover intriguing and important topics designed to spark curiosity and support student learning. Use this passage to reinforce ELA skills in science, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Physical Science, Physics
Muscular and Skeletal System – Lab Station Activity
Science, Life Sciences, Human Body, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Labs, Experiments, Activities
Muscular and Skeletal System Lab Station Activity Dive deep into the muscular and skeletal system with this engaging lab station activity . Specifically designed for middle and high school students, it gets learners up and active while assessing knowledge. The 9 unique stations offer a variety of learning modalities, including building models, conducting research, answering discussion questions, and more. Questions and activities focus on key concepts like muscle growth, bone structure and function, homeostasis, and real-world connections. With minimal prep required and an included answer key, this resource is teacher-approved and student-tested. Use it to complement your unit on body systems or as a review before exams. Modify it to fit any schedule and customize it to various ability levels. This interactive approach keeps students engaged as they learn about this essential bodily system.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Muscular, Skeletal, System, Joints, Lab Station, Activities For Skeletal System, Skeletal System Activities For High School Students, Skeletal System Lesson Plans High School, Skeletal System Lab, Skeletal System Activity, Skeletal System Activities
Python Programming Activity - Tic Tac Toe (Noughts and Crosses)
Science, Technology, Computer Science, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities
Python Programming Activity - Tic Tac Toe (Noughts and Crosses) An engaging educational resource crafted for students aged eight to sixteen. Its purpose is to enhance their knowledge of foundational programming concepts through an exciting journey into game creation using Python, a popular text-based programming system. Key Programming Components Sequences: The game sheds light on programming sequences, which are crucial for learning every aspect of software development. If statements and Variables: The learners use IF statements carried by variables to create specific program flows or outcomes. Conditional and Count-controlled loops: Helps understand looping techniques that form the basis of many software operations The use of 1D and 2D arrays:This activity not only brings in an enjoyable perspective but also enhances interactive learning experiences. Ten printable PDF pages are also included for hands-on learning offline—a consideration that caters to varied learner preferences and circumstances—from whole group instruction in classrooms through homework assignments bolstering individual comprehension. Suitable Target Group This resource attunes perfectly with grade 7 through grade 9 science streams—specifically those focusing on propelling advancements in computer science studies. Activities focus on real-life implications syncs up with fostering future-ready skills via applying acquired knowledge onto learned topics. In Essence, The Python Programming Activity - Tic Tac Toe fosters a holistic environment for computational enrichment via teaching reinforcement married with practical application via creating a fun game together—a tool pivoting education plus entertainment—to keep learners motivated during their coding journeys. </p
Author Edulito
Tags Python Programming, Tic Tac Toe, Game Creation, Programming Concepts, Arrays
Thanksgiving Digital Escape Room One Step Equations | Who Stole the Turkey?
Math, Algebra, Grade 6, 7, 8, Escape Room, Activities
What if you could have a fun Thanksgiving activity that reinforced your students' one-step equation skills? "Who Stole the Turkey" is a fun, interactive way for your students to practice algebra concepts. With the premise that someone has stolen the Thanksgiving turkey, your students will explore an interactive kitchen filled with activities, and hidden messages. Upon completing all 22 one-step equations, Thanksgiving dinner will be ready and the thief will be revealed!
Author Matemaths
Tags Math, Equations, One Step, Thanksgiving, Escape Room, Thanksgiving Escape Games
Early American Explorers: History Biography Webquest (PDF & Google Drive)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities
Enjoy learning about the early American explorers and the Age of Exploration through these historical biography summaries. In a user-friendly template, students will summarize the life and biography of an individual. It’s no-prep for you, but quality content for your students. What's Included: A detailed page of teacher instructions. A pdf print version of 17 summary templates for 17 different early American explorers. Access to same product in Google Drive format for 1:1 schools or a trip to the lab. A gallery walk template for students to complete while reading their peer's finished summaries. Early American explorer templates that are included:Christopher Columbus, Ferdinand Magellan, Giovanni Verrazzano, Leif Erikson, Hernan Cortes, Jacques Cartier, John Cabot, Amerigo Vespucci, Francisco Coronado, Henry Hudson, Hernando De Soto, Francisco Pizarro, Sir Francis Drake, Sir Walter Raleigh, Samuel De Champlain, Juan Ponce De Leon, Vasco Nunez De Balboa,and a blank template for any additional explorer of choice that may not be in this list. Ideas For Use: There are numerous ways to incorporate these biography summaries into your curriculum. Individual- Assign the biography you are studying in class. Have each person research and complete individually for class homework. History Museum- With thebiography bundles, such as the Founding Fathers Bundle, assign each student one of the 10 -15 included biographies. After completion, have each student post their completed biographies on the classroom wall like a museum for all to see. Then, print off the included “gallery-walk” reflection template. Students will complete the “gallery walk” template by reading the other completed, posted biographies. This option allows students to learn even more historical biographies. Presentations- Have students work individually or as partners then present the completed digital file as a presentation for all students to see and hear. Classmates can complete the gallery walk worksheet as a summary while they actively listen. Sub Plans- This resource is such an excellent activity for that day when you can’t be in the classroom. Your sub will appreciate this content-rich resource.
Author Mister Harms
Tags American Explorers, Christopher Columbus, Historical Biography , Age Of Exploration, Explorers, Famous Explorers Biographies
Reading Comprehension Passages: Media and Communication (Fillable PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Strategies, Resources for Teachers, Social Studies, Sociology, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Centers, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Quizzes and Tests, Quizzes, Tests
Social Studies Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions: Media, Communication, and Popular Culture (Fillable PDF) This resource introduces a collection of Social Studies reading comprehension passages with questions about Media, Communication, and Popular Culture. The passages are carefully designed to bridge the gap between social studies and literacy through strengthening reading comprehension and sparking knowledge curiosity in middle school students. Each passage blends English Language Arts skills with accurate social studies content . Ideal for interdisciplinary learning in ELA and Social Studies. Suitable for Grade 9 review, too! These worksheets are designed as fillable PDFs , which means students can type their answers directly into the document on any computer or tablet . Each page includes highlighted text fields that show them exactly where to type! What Is Included in this Collection? There are three informational passages (with full answer keys): Lights, Camera, Business: The Rise of Hollywood The LEGO Story: From Workshop to World Stage When Milk Cartons Became Message Boards For Each Passage, students will have multiple tasks to complete as follow: 5 multiple-choice questions targeting main idea, key details, inference, vocabulary in context, and use of evidence 5 vocabulary matching items with clear, student-friendly definitions 5 text-based questions that require citing specific lines or facts 1 summary prompt that asks students to condense central ideas accurately Available Formats for this Resource PDF Word Docs Google Docs FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOADING LINKS HERE For more Social Studies Reading Passages, check the following Links: Ancient Civilizations PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Early Empires and Trade Networks PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs The Founding of the United States PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Language, Culture, and Meaning PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Psychology and Society PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Festivals and Traditions PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Extreme Environments and People PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Food, Culture, and Preservation PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Global Food Customs PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Media, Communication, and Popular Culture PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Human Impact on the Environment PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Civic Action and Social Change PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs Fashion, Society, and Power PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs People, Places, and Unusual Histories PDF Fillable PDF Word Docs Google Docs How to Use These PDFs Click on the highlighted area to start typing your answer. Move to the next question by clicking in the next highlighted box. When you are finished, close the document and select SAVE so your answers stay recorded. If you want to keep a blank copy for later, choose Save As and give your completed version a new name. Product Details Length: 15 pages total Grades: 6–8, also suitable for Grade 9 review Use cases: close reading, stations, homework, intervention, test prep, and sub plans Why Teachers Choose This Set Authentic social studies content paired with rigorous literacy practice Consistent task structure across all passages for easier planning and smoother student routines Clear, age-appropriate writing that builds confidence without oversimplifying Use this set to reinforce ELA skills in social studies, to add literacy to your lessons, and to support independent work. The passages strengthen main idea, evidence use, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and summary writing. With ready-to-use assessments and complete answer keys, you can provide focused practice that is simple to run and fast to review.
Author Middle & High School - CORED Education
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Tags Middle School, Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies, ELA, Centers, Reading Passage, Assessments, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Media Communication And Culture
Geology - Gemology - Mineralogy : Jewelry School Research Project
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Research, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities
Geology - Gemology - Mineralogy: Jewelry School Research Project Students take on the role of a gemology student researching gems and minerals to prepare a report for jewelry school. This science research project guides learners to use textbooks, encyclopedias, or reputable websites to find key facts about gemstones. Information to research includes hardness, crystal system, cleavage, fracture, luster, color streak, and more. The resource scaffolds the research process with a chart to organize findings on 10 different gems and minerals. Students summarize research in a written report or creative visual presentation. This cross-curricular gemology project develops critical thinking skills and content knowledge in earth science for 8th grade and up. Use it for whole class, small groups, or independent study.
Author THE LANTERN OF KNOWLEDGE
Tags Research Project, Geology, Gemology, Mineralogy, Jewelry School