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Elementary Science Question Bank - Properties of Matter (4 - 7)
Elementary Science Question Bank - Properties of Matter (4 - 7)
This document contains over 30 pages of multiple choice and extended response questions all about the basic properties of matter. This is designed...
By Educator Super Store
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Subject: General Science, Basic Principles Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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gravity posters
gravity posters
demonstrate the difference between gravity, density, mass, and weight with these fully-colored posters....
By Susan Millan
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Subject: Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 40 Minutes
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The A-train: A Constellation of Earth Observing Satellites (EOS)
The A-train: A Constellation of Earth Observing Satellites (EOS)
Topics/terms covered in this presentation are: satellites, Earth Observing Satellites, Earth's system, atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, geosphe...
By Nicole Paul
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, Earth Sciences Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: 90 Minutes
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The Water Cycle Lesson Plan
The Water Cycle Lesson Plan
This science lesson plan on the Water Cycle is a hands-on experiment for elementary students. Accommodations/modifications for students with learn...
By Jessica Jung
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Subject: Earth Sciences, Basic Principles, Special Education Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: 40 Minutes
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FREE: Pick A Card, Any Card: Exploring Classification Systems
FREE: Pick A Card, Any Card: Exploring Classification Systems
This is a fun, hands-on exploration of the importance of classification in science AND ALL OTHER areas of life. Working in small groups, students ...
By Nicole Paul
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, General Science Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Monohybrid Cross Quiz
Monohybrid Cross Quiz
This 1 page quiz tests students on basic genetic terminology, how to set up and solve a monohybrid cross, how to analyze the genotypes and phenotyp...
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Subject: Basic Principles, Biology Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Comparing Living Things: How Are Animals Classified?
Comparing Living Things: How Are Animals Classified?
This PowerPoint presentation is the third of four in a unit titled, "Comparing Living Things", which includes the lessons, "Is It Living or Nonlivi...
By Marie Wimsett
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Subject: Science, Biology, Basic Principles Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Study Guide for Matter Test 2
Study Guide for Matter Test 2
I created this as a study guide for an 8th grade physical science class. It is a follow up to my first study guide over this topic. It provides a r...
By Brooke Jones
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Subject: Chemistry, Basic Principles, Physical Science Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: Lifelong Tool
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The Metric Mass Lab
The Metric Mass Lab
This lab introduces the procedures for using a Triple Beam Balance. It's a good lab that covers the three different ways of finding the mass of a s...
By Ian Keith
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Subject: Basic Principles, General Science, Science Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Chemistry Part 5a - Recognising and Naming Chemicals
Chemistry Part 5a - Recognising and Naming Chemicals
Comprehensive worksheets relating to the recognition and naming of ionic, covalent and metallic substances. Great classroom management tool! Includ...
By Michael Profitt
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Subject: Basic Principles, Chemistry, General Science Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler, Staff Duration: 3 Days
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Electromagnetic Spectrum Presentation
Electromagnetic Spectrum Presentation
Goes through the whole magnetic spectrum. Speed = wavelength X Frequency. Gives great examples of IR, UV, microwave and other types of EM....
By Lesson Universe
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Subject: Basic Principles, Physics, Physical Science Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: N/A
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Measuring Skills Wordsearch with Key
Measuring Skills Wordsearch with Key
Measuring Skills Wordsearch with Key. Applicable to all branches of science, lab science, science research, the process of science, the scientific...
By Maura & Derrick Neill
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Subject: Basic Principles, General Science, Science Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Experimental Design/Creating a Scientific Investigation Notes (doc)
Experimental Design/Creating a Scientific Investigation Notes (doc)
This word document corresponds with "ExperimentalDesignNOTES" the PowerPoint. It uses a "Simpsons" theme and visual cues to teach students the diff...
By Katie Titus
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Subject: Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 hour
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SPF30: Exposure to Scientific Inquiry
SPF30: Exposure to Scientific Inquiry
Students get to practice the scientific method by creating an investigation using sunscreen and UV beads. Students work in small groups to develop...
By Teresa Kelley
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, General Science Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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3rd Grade
3rd Grade
This is a third grade science unit on sound. It was developed to enhance science time in a classroom and provide activities and learning experienc...
By Chelsea Goodrich
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Subject: Basic Principles, General Science Level(s): 3rd Duration: N/A
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Atoms & Periodic Table Quiz
Atoms & Periodic Table Quiz
One page quiz that has students calculating the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons. They also draw three bohr atoms, and figure out if a ch...
By Lesson Universe
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Subject: Chemistry, Basic Principles, General Science Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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How to do Metric Conversions Worksheet
How to do Metric Conversions Worksheet
This worksheet goes along with How to do Metric Conversions PowerPoint....
By Ian Keith
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Subject: Basic Principles, General Science, Science Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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5 Resources for teaching current and voltage
5 Resources for teaching current and voltage
5 Resources for teaching current and voltage 1. Lesson power point –investigating current. A complete lesson with starter, practical instructi...
By Joanne Holloway
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, Physics Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Power Point Presentations

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Organs blockbusters game
Organs blockbusters game
Organs blockbusters game. A grid is provided. Students split into two teams and must choose letters to create a trail from top to bottom or left to...
By Joanne Holloway
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Subject: Basic Principles, Biology, Science Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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States of Matter Lab Journal
States of Matter Lab Journal
This 9-page lab journal guides students through 6 hands-on activities that teach students about the 3 states, or phases, of matter. Complete with ...
By Gina Giblin
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
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Measurement Test
Measurement Test
Two page test. Good for the beginning of the year (8th grade science) to see where your students measurement skills are. The measure lines on the t...
By Lesson Universe
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, Physical Science Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
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Generic Scientific Method Notebook File
Generic Scientific Method Notebook File
This smart board notebook file can be used on a smart board and with any science experiment. The notebook program takes the class through the scien...
By Coret Smith
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, SmartBoard Lessons & Whiteboard Activities, Worksheets

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Cell Organelles Assessment
Cell Organelles Assessment
This is a great assessment for your cell unit. It would work well as a midway check in to determine your students comprehension. It includes analo...
By Mzwith
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Subject: Basic Principles, Biology Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Scientific Method Worksheet and Test
Scientific Method Worksheet and Test
This two page file contains a cut and paste activity to match the descriptions of the scientific method to the steps and a test that requires stude...
By Teacher Chick
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
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Lab Safety Review Notes
Lab Safety Review Notes
These are notes that go with my Lab Safety Review PowerPoint. They are "fill in the blank" style notes. Students will stay engaged while viewing ...
By Scienceville
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, General Science Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Angular Kinematics
Angular Kinematics
Presentation about angular motion. Covers angular distance, angular velocity, angular acceleration, angular momentum, torque, moment of inertia and...
By Tater
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Subject: Basic Principles, Physics, Physics Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A
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Welcome To School or Homes Theme Classification File Folder Game
Welcome To School or Homes Theme Classification File Folder Game
This file folder game can be used for a Welcome to School or Homes theme. look at the picture and place it on the house or the school according to ...
By Gracehopper
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Subject: Back to School, Basic Principles, Oral Communication Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Measurement Made Easy
Measurement Made Easy
The do's and dont's of basic scientific measurement. Includes: The basics The problems with a "zero" at the end of a number Rules for using the...
By Thomas Lonergan
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Subject: Basic Principles, Fractions, Measurement Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Mini-Course, Minilessons

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Measuring Skills Worksheet Set with Keys
Measuring Skills Worksheet Set with Keys
Measuring Skills Worksheet Set with Keys. Includes fill-in, crossword and wordsearch. Applicable to all branches of science, lab science, science ...
By Maura & Derrick Neill
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Subject: Basic Principles, General Science, Science Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Incredible Bouncing Rock Lab
Incredible Bouncing Rock Lab
A lab to use with rubber balls that are shaped like rocks. It discusses variables! Rocks are available through us toy and other vendors....
By Smart Chick
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Subject: Basic Principles, Science Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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Pictures for big book The Most Important Thing About Magnets
Pictures for big book The Most Important Thing About Magnets
these pictures can be used with the big book...
By Ms. Claudia
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Subject: Basic Principles Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Parts of a Cell Jeopardy
Parts of a Cell Jeopardy
This jeopardy game reviews the concepts of the parts of a cell with students. Students will have fun competing in teams to solve the questions!...
By Olivia
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
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Difference between Heat and Temperature demonstration
Difference between Heat and Temperature demonstration
This is a mind boggling demostration to do with students. By using water at three different temperatures you can show the difference between heat a...
By Lesson Universe
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Subject: Basic Principles, Science, Physical Science Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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FREE! 5 Senses Graphic Organizer for Primary
FREE! 5 Senses Graphic Organizer for Primary
Use this simple graphic organizer to check students' understanding of the 5 senses in the primary grades. Students can draw or cut out pictures to ...
By Anna Colley
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Scientific Method Letter Scramble Worksheet with Key
Scientific Method Letter Scramble Worksheet with Key
Scientific Method Letter Scramble Worksheet with Key. Applicable to all branches of science, to the process of science and to science inquiry. By ...
By Maura & Derrick Neill
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Subject: Basic Principles, General Science, Science Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Newton's Three Laws Printable Game
Newton's Three Laws Printable Game
Students love this whole-class game because winning involves equal parts knowledge and luck! This game requires very little teacher prep, but loads...
By Mrs. Wright
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, Physical Science Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Fighting disease true false game
Fighting disease true false game
Active true false game covering the topic of fighting disease. Students must read the statements and move to the side of the room they choose (true...
By Joanne Holloway
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, Biology Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Bill Nye Questions-Energy-15 Questions, key, SCIENCE KARAOKE
Bill Nye Questions-Energy-15 Questions, key, SCIENCE KARAOKE
This is a 15 question worksheet to be used when viewing the Bill Nye The Science Guy video entitled Energy. The questions are in order and there i...
By Nicole Paul
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MythBusters Video Study Guide
MythBusters Video Study Guide
Learn or review the scientific method by watching an episode of Discovery Channel's MythBusters series. The show entertains, yet teaches about foll...
By Coach Dyer
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Lab Report Guidelines
Lab Report Guidelines
This form is great for use as an introduction to writing lab reports and also as a reminder of what older students should be looking to do in every...
By Stacy Boyle
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Science Inquiry Skills and Analyzing Data Worksheet
Science Inquiry Skills and Analyzing Data Worksheet
This is a worksheet I created to assess my students' understanding of reading bar graphs and scientific inquiry skills. There are 10 multiple choic...
By Ms. J
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Subject: Science, Basic Principles, General Science Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Water Crystals Lab
Water Crystals Lab
In this basic chemistry lab, students investigate the hydration of sodium polyacrylate "water crystals" and learn and practice mole and molecular m...
By Christopher Bires
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Subject: Chemistry, Basic Principles, Physical Science Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 50 Minutes
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Unit Plan - Scientific Method
Unit Plan - Scientific Method
This is a unit plan that contains learning standards (from NY State that are aligned with national standards). It contains succinct explanations o...
By Educator Super Store
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Subject: Basic Principles, General Science Level(s): 4th, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Literacy in Science - Life Processes Vocab Worksheet
Literacy in Science - Life Processes Vocab Worksheet
Use this worksheet with students who are reading at an elementary grade level. This could be helpful for struggling students. First, have them ma...
By Educator Super Store
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Subject: Biology, Basic Principles, General Science Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Lesson Plan - Intro to Body Systems (Grade five)
Lesson Plan - Intro to Body Systems (Grade five)
This one day lesson plan introduces students to the parts that make up a system in the human body. Mini-quiz for terms also available on my page....
By Jaime Somers
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Subject: Science, Anatomy, Basic Principles Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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properties of substances
properties of substances
15 slides including an engaging scenario, vocabulary cards, data charts, graphic organizers, and guiding questions for your study of different subs...
By Susan Millan
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Subject: Physical Science, Chemistry, Basic Principles Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 1 Week
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Anticipation Guide: Classification of Organisms
Anticipation Guide: Classification of Organisms
This is an extended anticipation guide with general statements about biological classification systems. It's designed to be used as a pre-reading s...
By Patrice Smith
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Subject: Basic Principles, Biology, Science Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: 40 Minutes
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Chemistry Part 1 - States of Matter
Chemistry Part 1 - States of Matter
Related PowerPoint available FREE! Notetaking worksheets relating to the properties of solids, liquids and gases. Great classroom management tool! ...
By Michael Profitt
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Subject: Basic Principles, Chemistry, General Science Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler, Staff Duration: 3 hours
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Unit Exam - Phase Changes and Heat Transfer (5 - 9)
Unit Exam - Phase Changes and Heat Transfer (5 - 9)
This is a multiple-choice and extended response exam that covers heat-related topics. Thermal expansion, density, heat, convection, and conduction...
By Educator Super Store
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Meauring Length In Metrics Practice
Meauring Length In Metrics Practice
A worksheet designed to give students practice measuring length in metrics (cm and mm). They measure some lines, and some pictures, compare the len...
By Heather Noon
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Subject: Measurement, Basic Principles Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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