Kick off your science unit with this engaging, movement-based activity that introduces students to the most common science lab tools. Perfect for middle or high school, this Science Lab Equipment Gallery Walk gets students out of their seats and actively learning!

Instead of a traditional lecture, students will walk around the room observing lab equipment, reading key facts, and taking notes on each tool’s function, what it measures, and the correct units used. This hands-on activity promotes meaningful engagement and builds a strong foundation in science safety and measurement.

Lab Tools Featured:

• Thermometer
• Triple Beam Balance Scale
• Electric Scale
• Spring Scale
• Graduated Cylinder
• Erlenmeyer Flask
• Beaker
• Test Tube
• Test Tube Rack
• Test Tube Tongs
• Petri Dish
• Pipette
• Microscope
• Safety Goggles
• Bunsen Burner
• Hand Lens
• Funnel
• Meter Stick
  

What’s Included:

• Editable Student Note Sheets (Google Docs + Microsoft Word) – remove or modify any tools to fit your class
  
• Gallery Walk Presentation (PDF + PowerPoint formats)
  
• Station Cards – print, laminate, and reuse every year
  
• Setup Instructions & Teaching Tips
  

How to Use:
Print and place the station cards around your classroom, optionally including real-life tool examples for tactile learning. Students rotate through stations, complete the note-taking sheet, and discuss findings—perfect for first-week-of-school science or introducing lab safety!