Preschool Science Lesson Plans
Nurture your preschoolers' natural curiosity with science lesson plans tailored for young minds. These activities involve simple experiments and observations that introduce basic scientific concepts. Implement these plans to encourage exploration and foster a love for learning about the world.
Animal Science Unit | All About Polar Bears | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
This resource teaches students everything they need to know about polar bears while strengthening kindergarten through second grade literacy skills ranging from science to reading fluency. Strategically designed for differentiated implementation, the materials transform a spotlight on beloved polar bears into applied opportunities to advance academic abilities across ability levels. Over 200 pages of vibrant printables, activities, games and leveled articles break down complex zoological concepts into engaging sequences suited for emerging learners. Teachers may present the full comprehensive unit or customize preferred components matching specific learning objectives. Robust optionality empowers educators to adapt materials for whole group instruction, literacy circles or independent exploration. While vibrant images and maps ignite initial interest, leveled nonfiction passages, customized writing templates and sorting/matching games systematically cement knowledge on evolution, habitats, life cycles and conservation issues. ELA skills strengthen through accountable talk discussion cards, reading comprehension booklets and journaling templates embracing multiple perspectives from field scientists to the bears themselves. Beyond building academic competencies, the heartwarming narratives and activities nurture empathy and environmental stewardship. Students gain confidence in their growing expertise by curating imaginary museums showcasing original plushie designs, sculptures, dioramas and informational brochures about threats facing polar bear populations in increasingly fragile Arctic terrain. This versatile cross-disciplinary resource reflects best practices from project-based learning to social emotional development. Students across learning styles will thrive while collaborating, creating and reflecting around the beloved frigid dwelling bears through authentic, empowering tasks mimicking real world scientific exploration.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Arctic Animals, Blubber, Animal Adaptations, Marine Mammal, Ocean Predator, Winter , Polar Bear Crafts, Polar Bear Activities, Polar Bear Worksheets
Grey Squirrels: Kindergarten Science Projects
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Squirrels: Kindergarten Science Projects Although the photos are of grey squirrels, the lesson notes can equally apply to red squirrels. The Squirrels' Kindergarten Science project is ideal for a mini topic. Use our Lesson notes to help you plan lessons. I like to help teachers use creatures that are commonly seen by children to explore the natural world, which is the building block of science. By using creatures with which children are familiar, we can cover much of the science curriculum in a way that the children will remember. Science lessons can be transformed as both pupils and teachers become engaged in the project, asking questions to stimulate further enquiry. Lesson objectives: Help your pupils to learn about squirrels to describe squirrels, learn about their anatomy a Learn about the squirrel's habitat Learn about the squirrel's behaviour To encourage pupils to compare squirrels with other animals they may have seen or studied. Contents: This kindergarten Science project has 33 pages of resources. It includes: Squirrel's information notes for so that teachers have the answers to hand and can feel knowledgeable about their subject without taking precious time to research for the lesson Lesson notes and ideas to help you plan 18 Differentiated worksheets/activities which will provide you with ample for all abilities The worksheets cover Parts of a squirrel Labelling a squirrel (characteristics) Diet Habitat Writing paper for recording Comprehension sheets And more! The Squirrel worksheets can be used with: See our S quirrel PowerPoint which can be used to introduce your science project, or use it to conclude your mini-series of lessons. What is included? One 35 page PDF Lots of supporting materials to help you teach a great kindergarten science project More: A good display is vital to capture children's interest and make the classroom a vibrant learning environment. Our resources help you to make such a display: Squirrels Photo pack
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Tags Squirrel Worksheets, Grey Squirrels, Squirrels, Animals, Habitats, Autumn, Squirrels Project, Squirrels Unit Study, Kindergarten Science Projects, Nature
Animal Science Unit | All About Reindeer | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
This huge collection of animal resources has been designed to help you create an amazing curriculum to learn about REINDEER. You'll find real photos, non-fiction articles and other reading material, arts and crafts, worksheets, and writing activities to help you create an animal science unit. A variety of differentiated materials is provided so these resources can work with students pre-K through 2nd grade. You'll be stunned with the amazing resources in this unit study! Great care has been taken while creating these unit to provide high-quality and thorough information, photos, and activities. I am currently updating all these animal units to make them even more amazing so please check back soon! How to Use This: Carefully study all the provided resources, then print the parts you like the most! Print enough worksheets and activities for each student. Then jump right in and have a great time! What You Get: Teacher Resources: Discussion questions, project and activity ideas, book list, links to related videos...... Printables: Animal classification poster, type of eater poster, life cycle poster, animal species poster, collectible animal cards, vocabulary strips with definitions, map showing where the animal is native, and 12 high-quality photographs of animal habitats, behaviors, and physical characteristics. Worksheets: A ton of adorable and helpful worksheets to learn about animal adaptations, habitats, life cycles, vocabulary words, eating habits, and animal anatomy. Reading Material: Lots of reading resources including nonfiction article about this animal provided in two differentiated reading levels with comprehension questions. Also included is a fictional story about a child naturalist studying this animal provided in two reading levels. Several cute bookmarks featuring this animal. Writing Opportunities: You'll be blown away by the number of writing templates and options provided here including a full page blank booklet for young students, a half-page booklet with photos to add, nature journal covers, animal report planners provided in two levels, a few other writing prompts. You'll find something for every level of writing ability and skill. Crafts: Cute animal photo cut-outs, animal art outlines to support in depth art projects, jointed (articulated) paper craft, paper bag puppet, animal mask, animal footprint cut-outs, and coloring pages. Games: A macro-photo guessing game and a cute memory game to review this animal's behaviors, physical characteristics, and habitat.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Reindeer Lesson Plans, Reindeer Coloring Page, Animal Life Cycle, Habitat Crafts, Word Strips, Caribou, Christmas, Zoology, Tundra, Arctic
Ocean Animal Research Writing Project on the SHELLFISH for K-2nd Grade
Life Studies, ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Reading, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Research, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Coloring Pages, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts
Animal Research Writing Project on Shellfish for K-2nd Grade. Students will learn about shellfish through reading, writing, coloring, and drawing activities in this 19-page packet. After examining photos of real shellfish, students will read factual information presented in a color-coded key for easy comprehension. Next, they will color their own shellfish drawings and create habitat scenes. Two differentiated writing organizers help students take notes and sort information. The writing portion includes leveled writing pages so students of all abilities can succeed composing paragraphs on shellfish. A self-checking writing page assists developing writers. This engaging project promotes creativity, reading, writing, and science skills. Use it for whole-group, small-group, independent, or homework assignments. Click the author links above for other animal research units spanning land and sea creatures. Here are even more informational resources on report writing for OCEAN ANIMALS. Click on the links below: Animal Research Writing Project on WHALES for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on the OCTOPUS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on SEA TURTLES for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on ORCAS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on the SHELLFISH for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on DOLPHINS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on SEALS for K-2nd Grade Want to teach your students all about Zoo Animals? Check out all these interesting facts about these favorite zoo animals. With the same great photos, facts, habitat drawings, and more. It is a great way to help students to get interested in writing. For Zoo Animal reports, click on the following links below: Animal Research Writing Project on TIGERS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on MONKEYS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on PANDAS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on HIPPOS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on ELEPHANTS for K-2nd Grade Animal Research Writing Project on GIRAFFES for K-2nd Grade
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Informational Writing, Writing Report, 1st Grade Writing, 2nd Grade Writing, Ocean Animals, Ocean Animal Research, Shellfish, Report On Shellfish, Report On Lobsters, Report On Crabs
Kids Can Be Aware: Creative lessons for teaching kids about the environment
Creative Arts, Art, Science, Physics, Preschool, Kindergarten, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Kids Can Be Aware: Creative Lessons for Teaching Kids about the Environment This exceptional educational resource is designed to spark curiosity and awareness in young children about the environment. The resource incorporates imaginative activities that seamlessly weave environmental themes into everyday learning. What's Inside? The PDF includes 64 printable pages, intricately designed to be part of lesson plans related to core subjects like Art, Music, and Physical Science. However, these sheets aren't entirely academic; they offer a blend of hands-on activities for enhanced creative learning. An exciting game of animal hide-and-seek in the classroom or transforming corners into various biomes makes learning fun! Natural materials from local surroundings bring real-world applications right into science or art lessons. Create remarkable group-based projects that mirror different habitats or educate on aspects of biodiversity conservation. Flexible Learning Resource P The 'Kids Can Be Aware' guide is adaptable for both small group sessions as well as whole class discussions. The innovative teaching approach can even extend to homework assignments where children can involve their parents in creating mini ecosystems at home! Note: This guide also cleverly couples snacking with engaging lessons – making each session deliciously unforgettable! A Transformative Approach Towards Holistic Learning If you're looking towards changing your conventional teaching methods by integrating explore beyond textbooks and worksheets - go for Kids Can Be Aware: Creative Lessons For Teaching Kids About The Environment! It helps nurture empathy and promotes responsibility towards the environment - vital traits missing from typical education systems. "In taking this straightforward, organic route towards environment learning – you get to leave classroom corners permanently resident with lifelong learners!"
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Creative Lessons, Art Lesson, Awareness, Teaching Awareness, Environment
Horse Chestnut Tree Life Cycle: Kindergarten Science Project
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Kindergarten, Preschool, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Horse Chestnut Tree Life Cycle: Kindergarten Science Project Starting with a humble conker, take your class on a journey through the seasons to answer questions such as: What is a conker? Why have the leaves fallen off of the tree? Is the Horse Chestnut tree dead? Why does it have such large buds? Why are they sticky? Why does the tree have flowers? What are the bees doing in the flowers? Why does the tree make conkers? and many more! For ages 5-6, this pack gives you all the resources and information necessary to study the Horse Chestnut tree through the year, and thus teach many aspects of your Science curriculum using a tree that is common in many local areas. The Horse Chestnut Tree Life Cycle: Kindergarten Science Project pack includes: Teaching Notes Vocabulary related to the subject - print on the card. Suggested ideas: use them to make a game/trace the words/draw pictures. A Life cycle chart Life-cycle pictures to order - differentiated activities Pages with which to make a book about the Horse Chestnut tree Life cycle ordering exercises - differentiated activities Writing pages for descriptive writing Pictures to use for display/ordering/language work etc… Use for display etc.. Large pictures of the drawings for own use (subject to T’s and C’s, see page 2) More: This pack can be used alongside our Horse Chestnut Tree lifecycle PowerPoint Develop a sense of awe and wonder in your pupils as the beautiful photos take the viewer through the seasons to find out where a conker comes from. Or bought together in a pack: https://teachsimple.com/product/horse-chestnut-life-cycle-lesson-resource-pack-plus-powerpoint Find our Apple Lifecycle PowerPoint which can extend learning further to enable comparisons to be made. When can it be used: This pack can be used throughout the year, but especially in autumn when children's attention is drawn to conkers. What is included? 1 PDF with a total of 48 pages.
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Tags Horse Chestnut Tree Life Cycle, Conker Lifecycle, Life Cycles, Trees, Seasons, Autumn, Horse Chestnut Tree, Conkers, Life Cycles K, Kindergarten Science Project
Pine Trees: Evergreens: Kindergarten Science Projects
ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Science, Life Sciences, Nature & Plants, Basic Science, Seasons, Winter, Preschool, Grade 1, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Pine Trees: Evergreens: Kindergarten Science Projects This is a wonderful resource to help children learn about Pine Trees: Evergreens while developing their ability to comprehend what they are reading. This pack contains so many resources to help you plan and deliver a fantastic lesson that will captivate your pupils! The Pine Trees: evergreens Minin Thematic Unit Plan Full lesson notes to help you plan a child-centred lesson about Pine Trees and creatures that eat the seeds - which will help you teach the 'plants' element of most Science curricula including touching on food chains and how animals obtain their food from plants. Information you need in an easy-to-read format that you can also use with able pupils 3 differentiated decodable reading passages in both colour and black and white formats and on a PowerPoint 3 differentiated reading comprehension activities 3 differentiated pages to allow pupils to use given vocabulary to write about pine trees. 1 page to draw a cone and describe it 1 page to colour a Crossbill - identified as a bird that relies on pine seeds for its food. Photos/pictures to use during the lesson and/or for display afterwards 1 twenty-slide PowerPoint Flashcards 1 fun art activity The lesson plan includes: Aims and objectives for the lesson Key vocabulary to be learned A list of resources required to teach the lesson to make your preparation easy! Pointers to assess children's understanding of the subject Step-by-step outline of the lesson The decodable passages come in three levels: The first level is for children who have a very basic grasp of phonics. This sheet requires knowledge of the sounds: o-e, i-e, ow, ee- ea and the sight words: have, are, do and the. It uses mostly one-syllable words. The second sheet requires knowledge of the sound ay and ur as well as of sight words: because, know and come. It still uses mainly one-syllable words. The third sheet contains yet more text with more words of two-syllables requiring knowledge of alternative spelling patterns for basic sounds, e.g. ea - weather. Who is the Decodable Reading Comprehension Passages + Lesson Plan: Pine Trees for? Teachers Home educators But not exclusively!! Format: 1 PDF 30 pages 1 MS PowerPoint 19 slides
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Tags Decodable Reading Comprehension, Science, Evergreens, Trees, Plants, Home-education., Winter, Seasons, Kindergarten Science Projects, Nature
Brine Shrimp reading passage comprehension questions writing activity
Biology, Life Sciences, Science, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Introduce your students to the fascinating world of Brine Shrimp (Sea Monkeys) with this engaging reading comprehension and writing resource ! Perfect for science, literacy centers, or cross-curricular lessons, this resource blends nonfiction text with interactive comprehension activities and graphic organizers. Students will practice close reading, strengthen vocabulary, and build writing skills while learning about these unique aquatic creatures. What’s Included In This Reading Passage Pack? Reading Passage Writing Activities Vocabulary KWL Chart Word Search Coloring Page & Answer Key Why Teachers Love It • Strengthens science + reading integration • Encourages critical thinking and text-based responses • Supports informational writing and research skills • Easy print-and-go format for classroom or homework use • Aligned with NGSS life science and ELA nonfiction standards Great For • Science centers and literacy rotations • Animal adaptations or life cycle units • Homework or sub plans • Early finishers or enrichment • Homeschool science + reading lessons This Brine Shrimp Reading & Comprehension Pack makes science literacy fun, interactive, and easy to integrate into your classroom routine!
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Tags Brine Shrimp Reading Passage, Brine Shrimp Comprehension, Ocean Animals Reading Comprehension, Science Reading Activity, Writing Activity Worksheet, Sea Creature, Nonfiction Passage Elementary, Graphic Organizer Worksheet
A Trip to the Zoo
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
A Trip to the Zoo: An Educational Treasure A Trip to the Zoo is an exceptional teaching resource designed specifically to invoke a sense of curiosity in young students from Kindergarten through Grade 3. It transports children into an explorative journey of animals, fostering learning about science and zoology themes. Promoting Reading and Engrossing Stories This resource is packed with carefully curated poems and non-fiction passages. The aim? To not just present facts but weave them into a story that nurtures love for reading among young learners. Beyond Just Reading - Interactive Learning The guide includes classroom activities for reinforcing themes learnt, promoting hands-on interaction with the subject material. It encourages creativity via art projects tied directly to the lessons learned. The unique feature? Classification skills. Students get hands-on experience understanding how classification works by categorizing different animals they encounter on their virtual tour. Fostering Active Discovery and Participation By entwining wildlife facts within poetry and prose narratives, students aren't just passive receivers—they become active discoverers! This approach promotes both meaningful participation & better information retention. Independent Research & Creation We empower our students towards self-motivated learning. They collate observations & findings together creating their own 'zoo book'. A crucial step towards nurturing lifelong learners! In conclusion – 'A Trip To The Zoo' blends seamlessly into any teaching setting (classroom full group settings or during small-group instructional time or even as homework). The best part? This ready-to-use pdf file makes teaching science & zoology subjects effortless while tapping into student's curiosity about wildlife.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
A Trip to the Zoo: A Cross-Curricular Unit
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
A Trip to the Zoo: A Cross-Curricular Unit "A Trip to the Zoo: A Cross-Curricular Unit" is an engaging and interactive teaching resource designed to both entertain and enlighten young learners. This unit provides a fascinating journey into both the subject areas of science and zoology, focusing on animals namely - monkeys, giraffes, and penguins. The packet takes students on an exciting experience of a trip to the zoo without actually requiring physical transport. It aims at being an ideal learning tool for educators in public schools or those homeschooling preschoolers or children in kindergarten. This PDF contains seven easy-to-navigate pages that guide learners through various stages of discovery. The unit begins with a two-page story designed to attract students towards these intriguing animals. Following this delightful narrative are three thoroughly prepared worksheets offering activities that extend knowledge about each animal species while nurturing observational skills, promoting active engagement with what they're learning. This cross-curricular unit fosters synergistic learning across multiple disciplines. Suitable for group lessons where peer collaboration can enhance understanding, it also offers adaptability for solo assignments or smaller group sessions according to individual learner requirements or teaching preferences. In conclusion, A Trip to the Zoo: A Cross-Curricular Unit presents a fun-filled immersive experience integrated with narrative elements besides activity -based content. The visit enables students with greater insight about monkeys, giraffes, penguins – all introduced within educational limits fostering scientific fascination among early learners. Consider implementing this resource as part of regular curricula diversification – after all; who doesn't enjoy taking occasional trips around lively zoological gardens?
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Zoo Trips, Trip To The Zoo, Science Lesson, Cross-curricular Unit, Worksheets, Zoo Lesson Plans For Pre-k, Zoo Field Trip Lesson Plans
Animal Science Unit | All About Turtles | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Animal Science Unit | All About Turtles | Learning about Animals | Turtle Delve into the fascinating world of turtles with this extensive teaching resource designed to ensure a comprehensive and engaging curriculum. This vast compendium of turtle-centric resources is perfect for educators aiming to infuse their animal science unit with real-life images, engaging non-fiction articles, hands-on art and craft activities, practical worksheets, and enticing writing assignments related specifically to our reptilian friends - the turtles. Aimed for student engagement across pre-K through 2nd grade levels, these resources are thoughtfully differentiated to cater varying learning capacities. Habitat knowledge: Accurate information about turtles' habitats in relatable language. Manners and Physical characteristics: An understanding of turtles' behaviors and physical traits. A core component of this teaching resource is its Vivacious Reading Material. Fictional Articles: The articles available in two reading proficiency levels. Captivating Story: A riveting narrative that brings children closer to turtle life. The resource includes diverse expressive mediums ensuring there's something fitting each student's comfort zone. Detailed animal report planners offered for more advanced learners - mastery over expression isn't far away! Including Arts & Crafts Projects such as animal photo cut-outs; articulate paper craft. This unit also caters beautifully to kinesthetic learners through its well-planned arts and crafts projects offering a truly hands-on learning experience. The package thrives on opportunities enabling exciting class-wide discussions or deep-diving small groups study while providing independent homework assignments too! A great way to reinforce this animal's unique characteristics, behaviors, and habitats. What's more! A playful macro-photo guessing game and neat memory game serve to make the learning process fun & engaging. Delivered as a single downloadable link containing JPEGs showcasing some activities and ready-to-print PDFs – this singularly comprehensive collection of turtle-centric resources aligns unfailingly with all curriculum requirements. Whether you're teaching in public school or homeschooling your youngsters, this resource ensures they truly befriend the turtles.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Turtles, Animal Science, Non-fiction, Hands-on Activities, Art And Craft
Bears Theme VALUE PACK Gr. PK-2
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Bears Theme VALUE PACK Gr. PK-2 This pack is a comprehensive learning aid that focuses on providing education about the magnificent world of bears to students aged between preschool and second grade. With its primary focus being on science, in particular, Zoology, this pack provides an array of teaching aids. Package Content: Bing Bear's Balloons: A unit which includes engaging activities for fostering creative skills amongst learners such as picture patterns for large and small book creation. Colour Bear: This unit includes hands-on tasks that cater to enhancing color recognition among pupils whilst boosting their visual learning capabilities. Good Shapes for a Hungry Bear: The aim of this particular unit is to stir interest in mathematics by teaching them number recognition from 1-8 through practical activities. I Love My Learning Centres: Including themed name tags for improving word familiarity and reading passages focusing on Zoological exploration. The product — a single PDF file consists of 103 printable educational pages all set to be employed into various classroom settings - be it entire group lessons or individual assignments. This resource offers exhaustive coverage suiting early childhood development needs across primary-grade levels (Preschool through Grade 2). This pack serves as an indispensable toolset with remarkable comprehensiveness coupled with practical application potentials not just limited to school settings but also home-based tutoring scenarios hence making necessary strides towards holistically nurturing young minds.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Reading Passages, Bear Theme Decor, Big Book Assembly, Bear Name Tags, Counting Skills
Animal Science Unit | All About Monkeys | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Animal Science Unit | All About Monkeys Dive deep into the world of monkeys with this expansive animal science unit. Jam-packed with over 50 teacher resources, this kit covers everything you need to learn about monkeys - from their habitats and life cycles to their physical features and behaviors. Catered for PreK-2nd grade, differentiated materials ensure suitability for all learning levels. Pack includes non-fiction articles, worksheets, crafts , games, writing templates, plus 12 high-quality monkey photos. Materials aim to spark curiosity and fascination with these intelligent primates. Discussion questions encourage critical thinking while projects and printables consolidate knowledge. An invaluable resource for building young minds' understanding of science concepts through memorable monkey-themed activities.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Mammals, Mammal, Monkey Activities, Monkey Printables, Monkey Crafts, Monkey Lessons, African Animals, Asian Animals, Rainforest Animals
Animal Science Unit | All About Kangaroos | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
This huge collection of animal resources has been designed to help you create an amazing curriculum to learn about KANGAROOS. You'll find real photos, non-fiction articles and other reading material, arts and crafts, worksheets, and writing activities to help you create an animal science unit. A variety of differentiated materials is provided so these resources can work with students pre-K through 2nd grade. You'll be stunned with the amazing resources in this unit study! Great care has been taken while creating these unit to provide high-quality and thorough information, photos, and activities. I am currently updating all these animal units to make them even more amazing so please check back soon! How to Use This: Carefully study all the provided resources, then print the parts you like the most! Print enough worksheets and activities for each student. Then jump right in and have a great time! What You Get: Teacher Resources: Discussion questions, project and activity ideas, book list, links to related videos...... Printables: Animal classification poster, type of eater poster, life cycle poster, animal species poster, collectible animal cards, vocabulary strips with definitions, map showing where the animal is native, and 12 high-quality photographs of animal habitats, behaviors, and physical characteristics. Worksheets: A ton of adorable and helpful worksheets to learn about animal adaptations, habitats, life cycles, vocabulary words, eating habits, and animal anatomy. Reading Material: Lots of reading resources including nonfiction article about this animal provided in two differentiated reading levels with comprehension questions. Also included is a fictional story about a child naturalist studying this animal provided in two reading levels. Several cute bookmarks featuring this animal. Writing Opportunities: You'll be blown away by the number of writing templates and options provided here including a full page blank booklet for young students, a half-page booklet with photos to add, nature journal covers, animal report planners provided in two levels, a few other writing prompts. You'll find something for every level of writing ability and skill. Crafts: Cute animal photo cut-outs, animal art outlines to support in depth art projects, jointed (articulated) paper craft, paper bag puppet, animal mask, animal footprint cut-outs, and coloring pages. Games: A macro-photo guessing game and a cute memory game to review this animal's behaviors, physical characteristics, and habitat.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Australian Animals, Marsupials, Marsupial, Outback, Kangaroo Lesson Plans, Kangaroo Crafts, Kangaroo Printables, Kangaroo Worksheets
Animal Science Unit | All About Pandas | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Animal Science Unit | All About Pandas Dive into the wonderful world of pandas with this engaging animal science unit! Budding zoologists will love exploring real panda photos, nonfiction articles, crafts , worksheets, and more. Differentiate instruction using two reading levels of materials for students from pre-K to grade 2. Discover panda habitats, life cycles, adaptations, behaviors, anatomy, and more through reading, writing, discussion, and hands-on activities. Print what you need or use it all to create a robust panda study. This thoughtfully designed resource makes it easy to plan an immersive, educational, and fun panda unit.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Asian Animals, Bamboo, Panda Crafts, Panda Projects, Panda Worksheets, Panda Lessons, Panda Printables, Panda Curriculum, Panda Book, Panda
Animal Science Unit | All About Foxes | Learning about Animals | Fox
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Foxes Unit for Early Learners Dive into the fascinating world of foxes with this comprehensive unit perfect for preschool to 2nd grade. Jam-packed with differentiated reading materials, vibrant images, engaging worksheets, writing templates, hands-on crafts and games, this fox-themed package makes learning about these clever creatures pawsitively fun. Discover what foxes eat, where they live, how they grow and more through developmentally-appropriate activities suitable for whole class, small group, or independent learning. From cute fox masks to memory card games, students will have a wondrous time learning about the physical features, habitats, and behaviors of foxes while building literacy skills. Created by teachers for teachers, this thoughtfully designed resource will foster a love for science and wildlife.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Forest Animals, Grassland Animals, Fox Crafts, Learning About Foxes, Fox Projects, Fox Worksheets, Fox Lesson Plans, Fox Printables, Fox Art
Animal Science Unit | All About Bears | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Animal Science Unit | All About Bears Dive deep into the world of bears with this expansive animal science unit. Jam-packed with over 50 pages of activities, games, reading materials, writing templates, crafts, and more, educators can easily build an engaging bear unit for grades PreK-2. Differentiate instruction with two reading levels of nonfiction articles and comprehension questions. Print animal posters, vocabulary cards, bookmarks, and memory games. Find cross-curricular links with art outlines and writing planners for animal reports. Review key science concepts like habitats, life cycles, anatomy, and adaptations. With thorough teacher resources to guide implementation in whole, small groups or independent practice, this unit has something for every type of young learner. Equip students with memorable hands-on bear investigations!
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Forest Animals, Hibernate, Grizzly, Brown Bear, Bear Crafts, Bear Projects, Bear Printables, Bear Worksheets, Bear Resources
Life Cycle of a Watermelon Worksheet | Plants & Fruits Unit Study
Summer, Seasons, Holiday & Seasonal, Montessori, Life Sciences, Science, Biology, Nature & Plants, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Bulletin Boards, Classroom Decor, Posters, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Flashcards, Worksheets & Printables, Coloring Pages, Worksheets
Have you ever wondered how a tiny seed grows into a big, juicy watermelon? In this fun and interactive science unit, we will explore the amazing life cycle of a watermelon and discover fun facts about this delicious fruit. Get ready to learn, cut, paste, and color! What’s Inside Watermelon Fun Facts – Learn where watermelons grow, how they develop, and why they are so refreshing! Life Cycle Diagram – A simple and clear chart showing each stage of a watermelon's life, from seed to fully grown fruit. Cut-and-Paste Activity – Arrange the life cycle in the correct order by cutting and pasting the stages. Flashcards – Use these picture cards to remember each step in a watermelon's journey. Bonus Coloring Page – Get creative and color a bright, tasty watermelon! You can use this worksheet for: Makes learning about plants and fruit fun and interactive. Helps develop sequencing and problem-solving skills. Teaches the importance of plant growth and agriculture. Includes hands-on activities to reinforce learning. Let’s dive into the world of plants and discover how watermelons grow!
Author Perfect_Printables
Tags Watermelon Life Cycle, Fruit Unit Study, Watermelon Activities, Life Cycle Worksheets, Science Printables, Homeschool Science, Fruit Biology Lesson, Watermelon Theme, STEM ActivitieSTEM Activitiess
Animal Science Unit | All About Koalas | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
This huge collection of animal resources has been designed to help you create an amazing curriculum to learn about KOALAS. You'll find real photos, non-fiction articles and other reading material, arts and crafts, worksheets, and writing activities to help you create an animal science unit. A variety of differentiated materials is provided so these resources can work with students pre-K through 2nd grade. You'll be stunned with the amazing resources in this unit study! Great care has been taken while creating these unit to provide high-quality and thorough information, photos, and activities. I am currently updating all these animal units to make them even more amazing so please check back soon! How to Use This: Carefully study all the provided resources, then print the parts you like the most! Print enough worksheets and activities for each student. Then jump right in and have a great time! What You Get: Teacher Resources: Discussion questions, project and activity ideas, book list, links to related videos...... Printables: Animal classification poster, type of eater poster, life cycle poster, animal species poster, collectible animal cards, vocabulary strips with definitions, map showing where the animal is native, and 12 high-quality photographs of animal habitats, behaviors, and physical characteristics. Worksheets: A ton of adorable and helpful worksheets to learn about animal adaptations, habitats, life cycles, vocabulary words, eating habits, and animal anatomy. Reading Material: Lots of reading resources including nonfiction article about this animal provided in two differentiated reading levels with comprehension questions. Also included is a fictional story about a child naturalist studying this animal provided in two reading levels. Several cute bookmarks featuring this animal. Writing Opportunities: You'll be blown away by the number of writing templates and options provided here including a full page blank booklet for young students, a half-page booklet with photos to add, nature journal covers, animal report planners provided in two levels, a few other writing prompts. You'll find something for every level of writing ability and skill. Crafts: Cute animal photo cut-outs, animal art outlines to support in depth art projects, jointed (articulated) paper craft, paper bag puppet, animal mask, animal footprint cut-outs, and coloring pages. Games: A macro-photo guessing game and a cute memory game to review this animal's behaviors, physical characteristics, and habitat.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Koala Lesson Plan, Zoology, Australian Animals, Oceania, Eucalyptus, Koala Crafts, Koala Projects, Koala Worksheets, Koala Printables, Koala Games
Animal Science Unit | All About Frogs | Learning about Animals | Frog
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Animal Science Unit for Frogs helps elementary students investigate these fun amphibians through reading, writing, crafting, and more! The diverse educational materials spark curiosity about frogs through engaging nonfiction texts, vivid images, interactive worksheets, and hands-on games. Teachers can utilize the discussion topics and activity ideas to facilitate impactful learning. Differentiated printables, articles, and templates ensure accessibility for a wide range of learners from pre-K to 2nd grade. This comprehensive unit sparks wonder about the life cycle, habitats, anatomy, behaviors, and adaptations of delightful frogs! Both whole-class and small-group sessions will thrive thanks to the variety of high-quality materials. From articulated paper crafts to habitat guessing games, this unit's wealth of science resources helps students become mini frog experts!
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Amphibian, Amphibians, Tadpoles, Wetland Animals, Frog Crafts, Frog Lesson Plans, Frog Printables, Frog Life Cycle, Frog Projects
Firefly reading passage comprehension questions graphics organizer
Insects, Life Sciences, Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Spark curiosity in your classroom with this Firefly Reading Comprehension Activity ! Students will discover fun facts about fireflies while practicing nonfiction reading skills, answering comprehension questions, and organizing their learning with graphic organizers. What’s Included In This Lightening Bug Reading Passage Activity Pack? Reading Passage About Firefly Writing Activities with Questions Vocabulary KWL Chart Word Search Coloring Page & Answer Key 🍎 Why Teachers Love It: • No prep – simply print and use • Builds background knowledge about fireflies and their unique glow • Strengthens comprehension through science content • Great balance of reading, writing, and critical thinking This Bug Reading Passage Pack Great For: • Life science and insect studies • Literacy centers or guided reading groups • Sub plans, homework, or early finisher tasks • Cross-curricular science + ELA integration Bring the magic of fireflies into your classroom with this Reading Passage, Comprehension Questions, and Graphic Organizer resource!
Author Perfect_Printables
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Tags Firefly Reading Comprehension, Lightning Bug Reading Passage, Firefly Nonfiction Reading With Questions, Firefly Science Reading Worksheet, Reading And Writing Activities, Firefly Comprehension Passage, Firefly Graphic Organizer, Bug Graphics Organizer
Animal Science Unit | All About Whales | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Whales Unit Study | Learn All About Whales Dive into learning all about the amazing world of whales with this expansive unit study! Budding marine biologists will discover real photos, differentiated reading materials, arts, crafts , worksheets, and writing activities specially designed to teach preK-2nd graders about whale classification, habitats, life cycles, anatomy, ecosystems, and more. Teachers can utilize the abundant teacher resources such as discussion questions, project ideas, and whale-related media to create engaging whole class, small group, or independent learning opportunities. The variety of high-quality printables, games, and hands-on crafts like articulated paper whales, masks, dioramas ensure young students actively apply their learnings. Equip little ones to appreciate these giants of the sea with this comprehensive whale unit.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Marine Mammal, Mammals, Migration, Ocean, Whale Crafts, Whale Printables, Whale Lesson, Whale Worksheets, Whale Activities
Animal Science Unit | All About Bats | Learning about Animals
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans
Animal Science Unit | All About Bats Dive deep into the world of bats with this expansive animal science unit. Jam-packed with over 50 pages of engaging and differentiated reading, writing, crafting, and activities, students from preschool to 2nd grade can learn about bat adaptations, habitats, life cycles, anatomy, and more. Real photographs, nonfiction articles, arts and crafts , worksheets, and writing templates allow for whole group, small group, or individual exploration. Print materials like animal classification posters, vocabulary cards, maps, and memory games reinforce learnings in a hands-on way. Extend the bat fun with related videos, discussion questions, and project ideas found in the teacher resource section. Equip little wildlife explorers with the tools to appreciate these unique, flying mammals.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Zoology, Flying Mammals, Mammal, Noctournal, Learning About Animals, Halloween, Fall, Caves, Pollinators, Bat Crafts
Animal Science Unit | All About Alligators and Crocodiles
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Dive into the intriguing world of alligators and crocodiles with this comprehensive Animal Science Unit. This resource has been meticulously curated with a multitude of engaging learning materials tailored towards students from pre-K up until the 2nd Grade. This package is brimming with an array of educational materials that include bona fide photographs, non-fiction articles, fun arts-and- crafts projects, helpful worksheets, and stimulating writing activities. These contents have been gathered to foster an enriching animal science unit aimed at promoting an in-depth understanding of alligators and crocodiles. Tailored Teaching Resources: Discussion questions to spark critical thinking among the learners. Project ideas to invoke creativity A book list for independent reading or literature circles infused within your teaching routine. Inclusive Printable Assets: The printable assets included provide essential visual aids for easier grasping of concepts. From informative posters that outline animal classification or depict their lifecycle, down to vocabulary strips that come with definitions; this bundle houses it all! Foster In-depth Understanding: The topics covered delve into topics like animal adaptations or their life cycles while reading materials provided increase literary skills & expand subject knowledge through informational texts accompanied by comprehension questions. Fostering Writing Skills: Several templates available suited across varying skill levels thus facilitating learners' experience via nature journal entries to even animal report planning techniques. Creative Fun Learning: Fun venture using adorable photo cut-outs, puppet crafting sessions replicating your favorite reptile. An integratedand comprehensive learning tool kitpacked witheverything you might need to satiate the scientific curiosity of your young learners, all while having them thoroughly enjoy their journey through the animal kingdom. Suitable for not only science sessions but also as a cross-curricular link within literacy workshops thus providing versatile avenues this resource may be deployed. Whether for whole-group instruction or as content to be sent home with students, this Animal Science Unit is indispensable!
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Alligators, Crocodiles, Animal Science, Learning Materials, Educational Resources























