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Teach middle school students about the three types of heat transfer- convection, conduction, radiation- with a fun, edible activity. Using popcorn, students will learn first hand how to differentiate the different forms of heat transfer by using a microwave (radiation), a hot plate (conduction), and an air popper (convection). This allows students to see real life examples of these concepts and, as we know, will be more engaged if they get to eat the activity! FAQ What grade does this work for?I

Fun and engaging genetics and heredity activities to review or teach Punnett squares, homozygous and heterozygous, dominant and recessive, genotype and phenotype, and more. Five worksheets give students the opportunity to practice filling in Punnett squares and determining the differences between dominate and recessive traits. The drawing activity gives students a hands on approach to apply their knowledge and create their own "offspring". NGSS MS-LS3-2.Develop and use a model to describe why a

Light waves and reflection are one of the most fun physical science topics. Using mirrors and other reflective objects, flashlights and laser pointers, you can learn so much about light and the world around us. In this activity, students will create a maze of mirrors that allows their beam of light to move around barriers and reach an end target. This activity will not only teach students physics, it will also teach them about team work and communication. Included: Teacher guide in 5E format Stu

There's been a robbery in the science lab! With this blood typing lesson plan, students will use forensic science to learn how humans inherit their blood type, the types of blood types that exist, and how to determine the blood type of offspring. Students will discuss codominance, alleles, and genotypes in this engaging and eye catching lesson. Included in this lesson:- Robbery in the Science Lab Activity. Includes student worksheet, a teacher guide, materials needed (all found in the science la

Cloud formation and the water cycle are explored in this fun lab. This activity will give students first hand experience with how clouds form and how the water cycle works. Included in this activity:- Student worksheet - Materials list - Teacher's Guide - Alternative ideas - Analysis questions This activity would be appropriate as a teacher demo for any grade, but as a lab activity for grades 5-8. ***************************************************************************************************

Students will explore the world of genetics with a fun and engaging activity. They will practice determining genotype and phenotype, and they will identify dominant vs. recessive and heterozygous vs. homozygous. Very few materials needed. Just some paper, coloring tools, and a coin! Great as a last minute activity or even to leave for a sub! NGSS MS-LS3-2.Develop and use a model to describe why asexual reproduction results in offspring with identical genetic information and sexual reproduction r

Last minute, emergency sub plans for middle school science that can be used at anytime of the year. These are no prep, ready to print activities that can be implemented by any adult in the classroom. Easy for a guest teacher or another science teacher to figure out. Seven different activites ensures that you have emergency plans for several days of classes. Don't stress about getting your sub plans in while you're handling other situations. Send in this pdf and let the sub take it away. Paper ai

Introduce students to endothermic and exothermic reactions and heat transfer with this Google Slides presentation. Colorful images and striking text is simple and easy to understand and retain. Use to take notes, introduce, or review the topic. Included: 9 Slides Check out this FREE worksheet that goes along with these slides! _____________________________________________________________ Other Heat Transfer Activities Endothermic and Exothermic Baggie Chemistry LabPopcorn Heat Transfer LabEndoth

Middle school science activities that are no prep and easy to use. Ready to print. Can be used during anytime of year regardless of what students are learning. From reviewing concepts to creating products, these activities will keep students engaged for days. Paper airplane challenge. Would you rather...? game cards. Scavenger hunt. Current event forms. Get to know a scientist. Latin and Greek root words. Graphing practice Lab safety review. Word wall posters. Teacher's guides and answer keys a

Snowman genetics allow your students to explore the world of genetics with a fun and engaging activity. They will practice determining genotype and phenotype, and they will identify dominant vs. recessive and heterozygous vs. homozygous. Very few materials are needed, just some paper, coloring tools, and a coin! Great as a last minute activity or even to leave for a sub! Included:Teacher instructions Student worksheet Genetics data table Snowman template Need other genetics activities? Jack-O-La

With topics including heat transfer, kinetic and potential energy, and light and reflection, you will be set for the semester with this Science Lab bundle. In here, you will find ten, ready to use upper elementary/middle school labs. They are great to use with students first learning the scientific method, students who are reviewing their knowledge of the scientific method, or students who are being assessed on their knowledge of the concept. ****************************************************

Get your students started on the Community Project with this bundle of resources. Use the FREE Coordinators check-list to walk you through the project. The Process Journal will help students through each step of the project while the guide will provide resources and direction for all involved. Easy to use and easy to follow. These creations are my own and they are not endorsed by International Baccalaureate Organization. **************************************************************************

The world of IB MYP can be daunting, so this bundle will provide you with presentations, activities, and resources to get your school off to a strong start. **************************************************************************************************************** Included:Learner Profile Activities- 10 quick and easy activities to embed LP into your school Reflection tools Professional Development Activities Presentation for Parents How to Use an MYP Rubric activity Printable Unit Planner

Help your students learn the difference between observations, inferences and predictions. Each has their own characteristics and is an important part of science investigations. Contents: •Observation & Inference Notes •Worksheet: Observation or Inference? Answer Key included. •Worksheet: Write an Inference Based on the Observation. Answer Key included. •Worksheet: Observations and Inferences with photos. Answer Key included. •Funny Observation, Inference, and Prediction Notes and Scenarios How

Use these simple, modern, and easy to understand Google Slides and worksheet to teach students about motion, reference point, speed and velocity. The information found here allows students to learn definitions and practice equations, as well as see examples of speed and velocity. Additionally, students will learn how to calculate speed on a distance vs. time graph. Included:- 20 Google Slides - Two sided note taking workhseet. - Answer key - definitions for motion, reference point, speed, veloc

Is your school new to the IB program, and looking for a way to explain the MYP to your students and parents? Do you have new students coming in who need to get caught up on the philosophy and lingo? Look no further than this interactive, informative presentation! ********************* Includes: - True or false questions - An explanation of how an MYP classroom is different from a traditional classroom - An overview of the use and benefit of IB rubrics - The involvement of global and service lea

Reinforce velocity and acceleration with this fun toy car lab. Students will be able to practice their calculations of velocity and acceleration, practice their timing skills, and their measuring skills. This lab is easy to set-up and requires minimal materials. This lab is very student directed and should be mostly hands off for the teacher. Included in this product -Student worksheet -Analysis and conclusion questions -Answer Key -Rubric Other fun science activities and labs Popcorn Heat Tran

Have you ever been working on your MYP unit, flipping back and forth through your subject guide, wishing there was an easier way? Well, there is! IB MYP Quick Reference Guides for the MYP Unit Planner- Inquiry Portion. These handy subject specific reference guides are only two pages, colorful, and straight to the point. Just print and laminate your guide and you are on your way to writing Your best unit ever! Each Subject Specific guide Includes: Subject specific Key and Related Concepts Glob

Line Graph Practice for Middle SchoolTeach, practice, and review line graphs with these fun worksheets. Use them in small groups, as a bell ringer or exit ticket, or as homework. ------------- Included in this packet:-1 info sheet -4 worksheets -1 blank graph and data table to use as you please Answer key for each worksheet ------------- Looking for genetics activities? Dragon GeneticsJack O'Lantern GeneticsLooking for more science activities? Check these out! Exothermic and Endothermic Baggie C

UPDATED LAB! With this lab, students will explore the properties of potential and kinetic energy. Materials are minimal and items that you could find at home, in the classroom, or at the dollar store. Students will practice hypothesis writing, data collection, graphing, and drawing conclusions. **************************************************************************************************************** Need more labs and activities? Check these out! Science Lab Bundle- 6 fun, engaging labs, i