Use this free activity to teach your students the steps of the scientific method with your grade 4 5 6 science students.
The Challenge: Lab Work Teacher: (hands out the lab sheets and materials tray) “Alright, we’re going to start the group activity now!” Student A: (grabs the tray of materials) “I’m going to pour the baking soda in the cup!” Student B: “STOOOOOOPPPPP!” Student C: “Ok. Student A can do that, then I’ll do the next ... Read more
C is for Cookie: Cookie Erosion The kindergarteners, first graders, and second graders gathered for the experiment. While the other grades worked together. We did discover something- we should have had goggles!!! The older kids glued copies into their science logs, the others said out loud and I jotted them down on post-it notes. I taped the tools to the chart, so all of the students knew what they were (even though I kept calling them by the wrong names lol) We started with the Q-Tip, then on to the toothpick, then finally the water. We found out that the Q-Tip didn't do much. The toothpick did the most damage... to US! The crumbs were flying all around!!! Hence us needing the goggles! We used the cheep-o chocolate chip cookies. I use the same kind of cookie for digging for dino bones :) You will have to wait for December for that post though! I just recreated the chart from above from this unit: I wish they put their info on it. I am sure that you would like a copy too! If this is your, give me a shout-out so I can send them your way! It is a great unit!! I did have some very unhappy second graders when they didn't get to eat the cookies. When I do this experiment again, maybe there will be money in the budget to buy extra cookies. A little side note- We never did get to do the 5 minute test- namely because we ran out of time lol We only have 15 minutes for a session. :)
Do you teach science? Today, on the blog, I'm sharing ideas and inspiration for decorating your science classroom.
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Do you teach science? Today, on the blog, I'm sharing ideas and inspiration for decorating your science classroom.
A great lesson on pollination for elementary students from the Picture-Perfect Science series. This is an invaluable resource for any elementary science teacher or homeschool family. Perfect for spring and teaching the value of our pollinators! NGSS aligned STEM lesson.
This fun and simple science experiment is perfect for teaching the scientific method in a way that kids love! Find out how in this post.
Do you teach science? Today, on the blog, I'm sharing ideas and inspiration for decorating your science classroom.
Plus, how to apply for a grant to make one part of your classroom community.
Rocks cover the earth's surface, including what is below or near human-made structures. With rocks everywhere, breaking rocks can be hazardous and potentially disastrous to people. Students are introduced to three types of material stress related to rocks: compressional, torsional and shear. They learn about rock types (sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic), and about the occurrence of stresses and weathering in nature, including physical, chemical and biological weathering.
➙ WHAT IS THIS? This is a bundle of digital prints for a classroom gallery wall. Perfect for middle and high school science teachers or homeschooling art. *PLEASE NOTE* that these are digital items, and that no print items will be mailed to you. ➙ HOW DO I PRINT THESE? PIY = Print it Yourself! These are designed for you to be able to print them on your own. You can do this using your own printer at home or using a local or online printing service. ➙ WHAT WILL I RECEIVE? - (9) JPEGs, size 8"x10" - Various science-themed clipart, including test tubes, molecules, DNA strand and more. ➙ HOW DO I DOWNLOAD MY FILES? After your purchase, you will receive an email which contains your receipt and a link to download your files. (This will be sent to the email that you have on file/ associated with your Etsy account). If you can't find the link, log in to your account and go to "You" > "Purchases and reviews" and you should see a download button on the righthand side. If you have any other questions, this article from Etsy Support should be helpful: https://www.etsy.com/market/digital_download ➙ OTHER QUESTIONS? Shoot me a message! I'm happy to answer any questions you might have.
When high school chemistry teacher Scott Byrum noticed that the acoustic tiles in his newly-renovated lab were square, he saw a golden opportunity. Or, if you like, a palladium one.
Designed by Orproject, their Or2 project, which is a single surface roof structure that reacts to sunlight, won the 2012 Good Design Award. This...
We saw a hilarious video from Gridley FFA where several of their finest chapter members played Mallow drop. Two students sit on the floor, leaned back, with noses pointed to the ceiling, and an ice cream cone in their mouth. Their partner standing on a table nearby has to drop as many mini marshmallows as possible in t
In this post I'm sharing how I use different types of manipulatives to teach chemistry concepts in middle school science!
I'm continuing the New Notebook blog series with this post about life cycles. In Texas, our focus is on comparing and contrasting life cycles.
One of the best annual displays in the Ag building is the crop art gallery. It features meticulous and award-winning works from artists across the state and the country. This year, the seeds gave shape to many famous personalities in art and science, including one that recently left us -- Robin Williams.
Will this circuit work? In this science worksheet, your child determines whether each circuit's switch is open or closed.
Do you teach science? Today, on the blog, I'm sharing ideas and inspiration for decorating your science classroom.
Using real, relevant science phenomena to build instruction from is the first piece in this big puzzle of engaging our students in authentic science learning.
One of the best annual displays in the Ag building is the crop art gallery. It features meticulous and award-winning works from artists across the state and the country. This year, the seeds gave shape to many famous personalities in art and science, including one that recently left us -- Robin Williams.
Atomic Structure Quiz by Janna Long from structure of the atom worksheet , image source: www.teacherspayteachers.com
One of the best annual displays in the Ag building is the crop art gallery. It features meticulous and award-winning works from artists across the state and the country. This year, the seeds gave shape to many famous personalities in art and science, including one that recently left us -- Robin Williams.