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Reinforce elementary/upper-elementary science concepts in work and machines (simple machines, levers, inclined planes, pulleys, wheel and axle, wedge, screw, force, friction, gravity, inertia) (grades 4-6) through reproducible worksheets, hands-on activities, and teacher background material.
A middle-school Earth science lesson unit teaching how mechanical and chemical weathering shape Earth's surface, combining readings, vocabulary, and a hands-on lab.
Multi-station hands-on lab activity teaching solar and lunar eclipses.
A hands-on STEM engineering design challenge in which student groups build a device from limited materials to protect a raw egg from breaking when dropped, then reflect on and extend the engineering/physics concepts involved.
Energy and its forms – Lab Station Activity is an immersive learning experience designed to demystify the complex world of energy, its types, sources, and transformations.
Provide a comprehensive Grade 5-8 unit on energy, covering what energy is and its major forms, through reading comprehension passages, hands-on activities, and review/assessment materials organized by Bloom's Taxonomy levels.
Multi-file science mini-unit teaching mechanical, potential, and kinetic energy through direct-instruction and hands-on lesson plans, a slideshow presentation, and a model-building lab activity.
Deliver a full-year (36-week, 10-unit) NGSS-aligned Grade 6 science curriculum covering life science (cells, human body systems), physical science (matter, energy), Earth science (Earth's interior, plate tectonics, weather, climate), and engineering design.
Heat Transfer Science Lab is an engaging hands-on science activity focused on endothermic and exothermic chemical reactions. Students in grades 6-8 follow procedures to combine various household substances and document detailed…
This 2-DAY lesson and lab package on How Planes and Other Aircraft Fly begins with a look at the aerodynamic forces which affect flight - Thrust, Drag, Lift and Weight. It then looks at takeoffs, level flight, banking, and landings.
The physical properties of a substance such as appearance, melting point, solubility in water, and conductivity of a dissolved solution tell us a lot about the type of particles in a compound. In this experiment, students will conduct tests on the physical properties of different compounds and compile data enabling them to classify the…
This resource is a Jack-O-Lantern Genetics Activity . Students will explore genetics and asexual reproduction with this pumpkin-themed science activity. Directions are included for implementation.
Lesson 1.5 - Graphing: An All-Inclusive Teaching Resource The Lesson 1.5 - Graphing is an comprehensive teaching resource designed to simplify the instruction process for teachers, especially those teaching introductory science lessons.
Lesson 10.3 - Electromagnetic Spectrum This comprehensive teaching resource, Lesson 10.3 - Electromagnetic Spectrum, is an invaluable tool for educators aiming to facilitate engaging and thorough exploration of physics- specifically the…
A full two-part science teaching unit (Light and Colour; The Human Eye) for grades 4-6 that combines overhead notes with hands-on activities covering luminous/illuminated objects, transparent/translucent/opaque materials, the light spectrum, reflection, refraction, colour/pigments, eye anatomy, and optical illusions.
Teach basic forms of energy (light, heat, solar) to grades 4-6 through two structured lesson plans, an animated PowerPoint, station-based activities, printable worksheets, and a test.
Marshmallow Catapult STEM Challenge for Middle School Students. My Marshmallow Catapult Challenge is an excellent way to get your students' excited for STEM in an engaging hands-on way.
A comprehensive physical science teaching resource ('Force & Motion Series') covering motion concepts for grades 5-8, combining reading comprehension passages with hands-on activities, a crossword, and a word search.
This hands-on activity combines creativity and problem-solving as students design and build a basket for Anne Marie to get the package safely to Uncle Henrik, based on the novel Number the Stars!
Paddle Boat STEM Challenge for Middle School Students. My Paddle Boat Challenge is an excellent way to get your students' excited for STEM in an engaging hands-on way. It also is a great way to introduce them to the world of engineering.
Pasta Tower STEM Challenge for Middle School Students. My Pasta Tower Challenge is an excellent way to get your students' excited for STEM in an engaging hands-on way. It also is a great way to introduce them to the world of engineering.
I designed this activity to bring physics concepts to life through active learning as I've found this is the best way to engage your students and keep them interested.
Set up a rotation that moves students among short tasks about properties of matter. Activities include describing a drawing, researching, reading about combustion, responding to a video, and creating questions of their own. Students record their work in a shared passport. Two stations provide catch-up time, and the teacher materials include setup guidance and answers for selected tasks.
This resource is a Science Popcorn Activity Heat Transfer Lab . This activity is focused on Convection, Conduction, & Radiation. Students will follow procedures, document their observations, collect data and so much more.