If you look at your fingers, you'll see lots of lines, arches and loops. Did you know your fingerprint is unique to you!! Even more unique than your DNA.
Scissor Zoo is so excited to fill their zoo with animals that promote valuable coloring, cutting and creativity skills. The “oPossum” is a fun way to engage students before a related lesson, or as a closing activity. These fuzzy guys make nice pets! This is an interactive mini project featuring: 1) Animal facts and science connection 2) Coloring skills 3) Cutting skills 4) Fine Motor Skills 5) Creative art skills 6) Fun This product is also paired with an instructional video found on the ScissorZoo website.
A tale of an IAEA Student Chapter Roundtable Presentation. [flickr id=”6463833451″ thumbnail=”medium” overlay=”true” size=”original” group=”” align=”none”] Before the IAEA Conference, my colleague in the Art Education MAT program, Keli Campbell, and I applied to present at the IAEA Student Chapter Roundtable. Our main interest and goal was to present a demonstration and lesson plan idea on Collagraph Printing. [flickr id=”6463825895″ thumbnail=”medium” overlay=”true” size=”original” group=”” align=”none”] What is Collagraphy? Collagraphy is a print-making process where various materials are glued to a hardboard to create a raised texture. The collaged collagraph plate can then be printed with a press or by hand with a roller. [flickr id=”6463828383″ thumbnail=”medium_640″ overlay=”true” size=”original” group=”” align=”center”] A few examples of various materials that can be used for Collagraph textures are: leaves, seeds, string (hemp), acrylic paint, crushed paper, bubble rap, sandpaper, cardboard, grass, and many others...
Desert Habitat Educational Song “It’s Hot in the Desert” makes it fun to learn about the Sonoran desert. It’s perfect for preschool, elementary, homeschooling earth habitat science lessons and music activities. DESERT HABITAT EDUCATIONAL SONG “IT’S HOT IN THE DESERT” Sing this desert song “It’s Hot in the Desert” with your students to learn about […]
The Scientific Method! Again! I'm in such a science-y mood! By the time kiddos get to me in 6th grade they can repeat it and know all about it. #thestruggleisreal to make it awesome and exciting by the time they are in 6th grade. And doing something they will remember and LOVE is such a challenge. Scientific Method Fun is found with a few centers and one lab that we do. The LAB is called "Cat's in the BAG". MEOW! I use it to setup my expectations for how I want students to complete labs (the detail, organization, and descriptions I expect). I think the first year I called it Mystery Bag but it didn't have the same allure as "Cat's in the Bag!" so thus the title stuck. 6th graders like quirky. And I do too. The purpose of this lab is to get students to write detailed notes and describe things--science isn't just science--it's writing too! To make sure your students know what is expected and how detailed they need to be it's important to set the stage for that. ALSO we make connections to the scientific method! (bags can also be just plain jane lunch bags too!) First I label all of the bags #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 (I recommend no more than 8 otherwise things can get a little out of hand). I put one object in each bag and rolllllll it shut and then I got town stapling the bags sealed. I typically pick things that my students are familiar with and are around our classroom. Even the simplest objects can throw them for a loop! I set up stations around the room and have those numbered as well. Beginning with the kiddos I set up expectations for what I will be looking for (it is the beginning of the school year so brushing off those summer cobwebs is a struggle but it has to be done!). Sometimes I show past students examples of great labs or I make up my own (both good and bad). This is a really important part so they understand while yes, this lab is play, we are also doing science. It really sets the tone for the rest of the labs so I make sure I get it right the first time. When the draw a super cool picture of what they think is in the bag...I encourage them to show their work with their groups and discuss together. This gets them excited and it also makes it so I don't get chicken scratch and lame-o work (I don't ever tell them this but you know the feeling after you've prepped and kids are doing awesome things and then you get work that is like :\ why did we do allllllll of this???). So I try and help them solve my teacher pet peeve problem without telling them about my teacher pet peeve. WIN!WIN! We go over the lab rules. Students are to guess what's in the bag they can shake, touch and gently feel the bag to see what's in it (no shaking or doing anything crazy with the bag) then they have to discuss, draw and write a detailed description about what the think it is. Then do a final check of what is in the bag. The groups have to come up with a consensus as to what it is and fully fill out their lab sheets. Students go from station to station trying to get this figured out! The big reveal. We do the whole drum roll y'all. Make it exciting and meaningful right!?! Make it MAGICAL. We reveal and there is so much energy in the room from having correctly identified things in the bag, shock as to that really weird one was a staples, and its just all so FUN and SCIENTIFIC. I also have a prize if someone guesses them all correctly but it has never happened. Ha! Then comes the discussion and connection to the scientific method (specifically about making observations, taking notes, and not guessing--have an educated guess). And they get it but you have to make these connections or else the whole lab was just play. And then the scientific method BECOMES REAL and your expectations become concrete. They weren't just guessing what was in the bags. Some are close, some are way, off, and some are spot on. And that's exactly how science works isn't it? Much like the bags the answer to our questions is hidden and we have to question, research, develop an idea, experiment, look at the data, and put the facts together. Results? Data? Which side of the fence are you on? Or are you like me and use both?!? (where's the monkey emoji covering it's eyes when you need it?!?) ALSO...I have these so we can look at the parts of the scientific method. Their exit ticket for the lab is to have a completed lab sheet. We work on a lot of this together. The question? WHAT'S IN THE BAG?, etc. So they put on finishing touches, write a reflection (how does this apply to science/the scientific method/experiments?), and turn in the lab. and TA-DAA! It's a fun one one and a great lab for the beginning of the year. My students love this and they remember it. For some it's their favorite lab throughout the school year (over roasting starbursts and caramel popcorn scale models which is shocking to me ha! but I'm all about schnacks!). If you'd like it all in a handy dandy PDF shoot me an email @ [email protected] and I'll happily pass it along. ***(update) After receiving requests for this activity from teachers all over (seriously! Israel and Zambia included) and my inbox being completely flooded (I LOVE you all!) I have posted it in my tpt store here (and follow along too)! And it is totally FREE! Still feel free to email me for a pdf or to say hello! Follow me on TPT for more school awesomeness! >>HERE!<< >>>>>>>>>>>Wanting another fun scientific method activity? Click here!<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Over and Out!
Science was the last subject area I taught during our day in the classroom. After a morning of literacy, lunch, recess and math, it was finally time to teach some science lesson plans. Honestly, I was usually exhausted by the time science rolled around. Overwhelmed with Science Setting out a ton of materials and making
Matariki linked reading and literacy activities. These are level 2 to level 4 reading activities that also make links to the social studies and science AOs. Uses School Journals and Connected from 2003 forward.2 texts for each levelEach with three pages of follow up activities1) Vocab from the text2) Knowledge connection - link to science or social studies3) Beyond the page literacy link to word study or writing task.Answers provided*********SAVE SAVE SAVE Get this as part of my Matariki bundle : Matariki Bundle*********This resource is designed for years 1-4. Students will have to be at least Turquoise to do this activity independently.HOW TO USE:A series of fact cards are placed around the room and students 'hunt' for the answer and write it on their 'star' (scavenger hunt a) or into their 'booklet (scavenger hunt b)When completed students can colour in their workYou may also be interested in my Matariki activities, reading, printables.Interested in NZ and Māori teaching resources? CLICK HEREYou can get this as part of my money saving NZ Bundle Total Pages: 36 pages This is a downloadable resource
It is important for Spanish learners to use the language to learn about other disciplines. The ACTFL World Language Readiness Standards refer to this as Making Connections (3.1), and it is one of my favorite parts of teaching. I've found that kids especially love science lessons in Spanish class!
I'm a big believer that playing is learning. So any time I can integrate exploration and hands on purposeful "play" in the classroom, I consider it a win!
They can be scary from their movie stardom to their sharp teeth and bad reputation...sharks are like the big bad wolves of the ocean! However, their reputation shouldn't really be as bad as they are portrayed! Only 100 people each year are attacked by sharks and only 25 out of the 368 species of sharks actually attack people. To get to know sharks better, my students who live far from any ocean celebrated a bit of a shark week sensation! We started off with a great EPIC book connection, Sharks! by Ilene Tremble which helped us develop background knowledge. We proceeded to learn even more about sharks by creating a lapbook that had us researching habitats, food chains, and characteristics for survival. These are all part of the NGSS standards that are woven throughout elementary school! Once they were finished with their lapbook, the students had an opportunity to create one of the sharks they learned about. It had to have the same features that the real, researched shark had and needed to be able to float in a bucket of water. These were some constraints that they had to follow. For the last STEM sensation the students worked in teams to be able to build a shark cage that allowed a person (plastic figure) to be submerged in a shark (fish) tank...equip with our very own sharks (plastic)! This activity surely stumped my higher level thinkers, because it had to sink in the water, but it had to be made out of something water proof! Some issues that came up was that fact that many designs tipped over when placed under the water. Some of the cages didn't allow for the diver to even see the sharks swimming in the water! Here is a cage that tipped over on its side. The shark is getting a bit close for comfort! Want to celebrate your own shark week? Follow this link to get all these ideas in one place: Shark Lapbook and STEM Connections Pack What a perfect motivator for any time of year! STEM and Literacy Connections, writing, and research as well as engineering, a perfect theme for intermediate grades!
Science vocabulary is crucial in science teaching, and as a teacher, It’s super important to do things to increase students’...
Build your own zoetrope and create your own animation. Hours of STEAM fun for kids who love art, engineering and science!
Why do we have two eyes? This hands-on science lesson about the human body helps children understand that we need two eyes to have proper depth perception.
So, I bet you came over here expecting to see a long list of buttons and thank you notes, but... NOPE! I am D-O-N-E ... Done with that assignment. (That doesn't make me less grateful, it just makes me glad that I completed SOMETHING!) Today I am linking up with my sweet friend, Kristen, of Ladybug's Teaching Files, who has a Linky Party going on that invites you to share an anchor chart or two (or several!) If you haven't been by to visit Kristin lately, you have GOT to see how she has revolutionized the teaching of CAFE and Daily 5. That girl is a GENIUS! And she is generous with her sharing too. I could look at those cute little circle cut-outs all day long! At the moment, the anchor charts in my room focus mostly on reviewing for The Test. I will post some of those later this week. Today I am sharing two strategy charts that we have just revisited. My students often distance themselves from their reading. They seem to be more intent on turning pages and proclaiming (to my dismay) "DONE!" I feel like I am constantly asking them to engage with the text (and the characters when we are reading a narrative) and to think more deeply about what they are reading. I urged them to go back to their September strategies: Ask Questions, Visualize, Determine Importance, Make Connections, etc. We had just read a story and were were making connections to the text. Soon the whole discussion seemed to devolve into who had done the same thing as the author. They struggled, however, to make their connections support meaning-making in their reading. We had been talking about a text which included the character's affection for her dog. One person had shared a connection--and then that connection inspired more "connections," and we moved further and further away from the text. Five minutes into the "discussion" and it was hard to remember what the TEXT was about. They weren't making connections that helped them make sense of the text! The last three graphics are from DJ Inkers clipart So we made two charts. First, we talked about the different kinds of connections we can make when we are reading. This sparked the need to add Text-to-Media connections because that comes up a lot when sixth graders participate in a discussion. Then we discussed how the BEST connections bring you back to the text and help you make meaning. I simplified the concept so that all of my kids can understand the idea--even those with limited English skills. I recopied the charts at home (because my on-the-spot printing is atrocious). You can't tell because of the poor lighting in our room, but the connections chart has little plastic "connecting" chain links--and the link back to the text has a glittered pathway. I never added sparkle to an anchor chart before. I think I might like it! This morning things went a little better. As our discussion was about to get sidetracked (again), one student suggested we were "getting off topic." Another added that we were "moving away from the text." Suddenly sunshine flooded the room and I could hear angels singing... Okay, that didn't really happen. But I did point to the chart and ask them, "How does your connection help you understand the text?" It's hard to get 'tweenagers to invest in their reading. Maybe this strategy review will help draw them back into the text.
Learn how to start a sourdough starter, step-by-step. Then use any of the recipes provided to fill your pantry with healthy, freshly baked sourdough bread.
Teaching states of matter in kindergarten can be a tricky! Here are some resources to help students gain a solid understanding of the topic!
Science Scripture Connections for experiments and projects, Classical Conversations Cycle 2.
Bible Science Lessons For Sunday School! We've taken the key elements of our Bible Science 6-Week Children's Ministry Curriculum and converted them into easy lessons that you can send to all the parents in your church to do at home as a family. God created the heavens and the earth and everything in it. Pure science will always point us back to our loving Creator. These 6 Bible lessons use an actual science experiment to help teach each lesson. Bible Science Lessons Overview: Memory Verse: “He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted.” Job 5:9 (NIV) Soda Geyser – With this experiment kids will see an explosion of liquid as the amount of soda seems to grow and grow. Kids will learn that with Jesus we will always have all that we need. John 6:1-13, Jesus Feeds Five ThousandLava Lamp – With this experiment kids will make a relaxing, groovy lava lamp. Kids will learn that Jesus wants us to take time to relax and spend time with him. Luke 10:38-42, Mary and MarthaMagnetic Slime – With this experiment kids will create a slime that is irresistibly drawn to magnets. Kids will learn that God draws us to an irresistible life with Jesus. Matthew 4:18-22, Calling the First DisciplesExploding Lunch Bag – With this experiment kids will learn how a chemical reaction can cause things to get out of control. Kids will learn that even when life seems totally out of control, Jesus can deliver us. Mark 5:1-20, Jesus Heals A Demon-Possessed Man.Balancing Act – With this experiment kids will balance hex nuts in a seemingly impossible way. Kids will learn that when we put our faith in Jesus, the impossible becomes possible. Matthew 14:22-36, Jesus Walks On WaterPotato Battery – With this experiment kids will learn that even an object as simple as a potato can possess power. Kids will learn when we rely on Jesus he will give us the power to do great things. Acts 3:1-10, Peter Heals A Crippled Beggar Guaranteed to Be Awesome 100% Money Back Guarantee. Our Bible lessons are guaranteed to be awesome. If you don't absolutely love these lessons, just let us know within 30 days and we'll give you a full refund, and a big hug. No questions asked.
Everything around us is made up of matter. Pretty cool right? Your kiddos are sure to find this fact super cool as you introduce them to the science behind states of matter. It’s a vital component of every little scientist’s learning journey and we’ve compiled the perfect list of captivating activities and experiments to aid you in developing their scientific knowledge. You’ll engage them in mesmerizing experiments or fine-tune their skills with colorful worksheets. Whatever activity you pick, they’re sure to be amazed as you invite them to dive into the science of matter!
Science Experiment for Kids: Musical Water Glasses
Equation & Formulas for Resistance, Capacitance & Inductance in Series Parallel Connections. Electrical Elements & Components in Series-Parallel
Outrageously FUN Exploding Pumpkin science experiment for kids is a great way to play and learn with halloween activities in October.
Use this SCIENCE Cognates Poster to help your ELL students make connections between English and Spanish, or to help your Spanish language learners make the connection from Spanish to English! Includes: •One 4-page SCIENCE Cognates Poster in color, and 2 in black in white to handout to students, one blank and one pre-populated for differentiation.
Science graphic organizers are perfect for morning work warm ups assessments or station work and centers. These graphic organizers can be used with any science topic and help students to make deeper connections using vocabulary sketches and more. This set of five graphic organizers can be used wit...
When teaching the scientific method, it's important that you also teach the scientific process skills. Check out these science activities to help you get started and grab a freebie!
Your students will love exploring the world of insects and bugs with these 3 labeling crafts! With these crafts, your students will make connections to their science experiences by completing the labels on the parts of an insect and insect needs activities. These crafts are the perfect addition to your insect unit. Crafts Included: Parts of an Insect Labeling Craft Insect Needs Labeling Craft Butterfly Life Cycle Labeling Craft Writing Paper ✮✮ If you like this, you're also going to love ✮✮ Identify Insects and Parts of an Insect Boom Cards ___________________________________ ♡ When you follow my store ♡, you’ll be the first to know about new resources that are 50% OFF for 24 hours! Copyright © Chalkboard Chatterbox, LLC For product questions, comments, information, or requests, please contact me at [email protected]
We know that the best science learning happens beyond just the textbooks. That's why I've put together 100 quick and hands-on activities to make your teaching easier and more impactful. These bite-sized ideas fit into busy schedules and cover a range of science topics, helping to spark students' curiosity and make their learning journey both fun and unforgettable.
It is almost time for Read Across America! Time for reading...and science! Time for Oobleck! This simple science activity is sure to get them excited about both! I am so thrilled to share one of my favorite lessons that works perfectly with my FOSS Solids and Liquids Unit. We spend a lot of time trying to add engaging activities to our school day and this one seems to really surprise and amaze my students. The book Oobleck is a fun Dr. Suess book that links science into your classroom! Fun with Non-Newtonian Fluids! Here is my hour long lesson plan... 1. We start with the characteristics of a solid and a liquid 2. I then share with them that today we are going to learn about something that acts like a liquid and a solid. I then share with them it is all because of King Derwin of Didd. I then share with them the book. It is a long book...but reading it and changing your voice keeps them engaged! 3. We then use the the Oobleck sheet that has them see how Oobleck acts...Is it a solid or liquid? 4. We continue our experiments with five objects that either sink or stay on the top. The students are amazed as to how it acts. 5. We wrap up by writing the recipe for Oobleck and understand a non-Newtonian fluid by filling in the blanks. 6. I they get done early I have them add to our classroom graph...Do You Like Oobleck? I have each table set up before they come in and they meet me at the carpet for the intro and book. This helps when my time is limited... You can find my OOBLECK TPT Pack Here!
Science and art combine in this amazing and simple rainbow experiment. The kids will love to make, explore and paint rainbows,
WOW! This dancing rainbow science experiment is simple and impressive. Learn about refraction of light and the colors of visible light.
Pre-K books to read. Best Life Science Pre-K and Kindergarten books. 50 age-appropriate life science books for teaching science in your preschool or pre-k classroom.
This activity helps students to address misconceptions surrounding scientific principles - Getting Nerdy Science
Let's do a brain activity for kids. This simple activity is a great way to build new pathways in the brain, safely, while promoting problem solving. Kids
Here is a great Gospel magic trick that uses the fun science experiment that many people call "Elephant Toothpaste." It teaches about God's overflowing love
Check out these teaching ideas to use with the novel My Father's Dragon by Ruth Stiles Gannett. These are great for 3rd/4th graders.
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In this activity, students will get a chance to teach you a little bit about themselves when it comes to science.This is a great way to get to know their level of comfort with science & where their curiosities are. It also lends a chance to be able to get to know their interests and where you ca...
These resources will be a wonderful addition to your Science unit to predict, observe and compare the changes to shapes of objects from different materials that can be physically changed by bending, stretching and twisting. It explores the Stage 1 Material World strand, focusing on how materials can be changed, manipulated and combined. This set also provides posters, vocabulary cards and worksheets to assist you to teach the 'Bend it! Stretch it!' Science Unit created by Primary Connections. Please note that this is not the Unit you can purchase the unit from the Primary Connections unit. Here's what you'll get: Definition posters Different Ways of Changing Posters Reversible and not reversible posters Bend it! Stretch it! Banner Bend it! Stretch it! Title Page Word wall cards Collaborative learning teams Planning a Fair test poster - snakes and playdough Think, Pair, Share Poster Discussion Skills Poster Scientific Questions Poster Observation table Annotated Drawings Poster Playdough Investigation Planner Science Journal Headings Experiment labels Changes at home Playdough Changes worksheet Questions thought bubbles Do you want the whole year's resources in a reduced-price bundle? Then check out my Year 1 Science bundle - 4 strands and worlds Thank you for checking out my product. I hope it is what you are looking for. TEACHERS LIKE YOU SAID… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sharon D. says, “Students loved the activities and were very engaged. I loved the activities too. Simple to use and achieved the science outcomes.” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nicole J. says, “Perfect for Primary Connections Science Unit. Makes it so much more kid friendly. Thank you.” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Karen K. says, “A fantastic complement to the Primary Connections Unit - great time saver. Many thanks.” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Susanne M. says, “Really loved using this resource - the word wall is fantastic and saved me lots of time. Really enhances the Primary Connections unit.” You may also like… → Changing materials → What’s in the sky - weather → What’s Alive living and non living → Spot the difference → Up, Down and All Around → Push - Pull Physical Sciences → Look! Listen! → Light and Sound Thank you for considering my product and if you like my items please do not forget to follow me to see my latest resources. I am in the process of uploading many more resources, so hit that follow me now green star and make my day. Kind Regards Jaana Gray Mrs Gray Loves Learning ___________________________________ Copyright © Mrs Gray Loves Learning Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Please purchase additional licenses if you intend to share this product.
