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**Updated and Aligned with NEW 2017 Georgia Science Standards** 2nd Grade Standards: 1. obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the properties of matter and changes that occur in objects 1a. ask questions to describe and classify different objects according to their physical properties. This hands on experiment will engage your students in exploring the properties of matter in a tangible -- and yummy-- way! Students will complete a chart comparing properties of 4 different cookies

This BUNDLE of 4 Different Research It activities will guide your students towards a better understanding of the Earth and its movement/patterns, The Sun and its effect on seasons and weather, the moon and its patterns, and the stars and how their size and brightness affects our perception of them. Students will use these companion recording sheets to conduct research on the earth, sun, moon, stars, and seasons using PebbleGO as a digital resource. NEW 2nd Grade Science Georgia Performance St

GA 2nd Grade Social Studies Standards: SS2G1 The student will locate major topographical features of Georgia and will describe how these features define Georgia’s surface. a. Locate all the geographic regions of Georgia: Blue Ridge Mountains, Piedmont, Coastal Plain, Valley and Ridge, and Appalachian Plateau b. Locate the major rivers: Ocmulgee, Oconee, Altamaha, Savannah, St. Mary’s, Chattahoochee, and Flint. Students will create their own map of Georgia's regions, creating patterns to fill

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on the government leaders in the US using PebbleGO as a digital resource. (Articles Covered: President, Governor, Mayor) *Addresses New Georgia Standards of Excellence! SS2CG1 Define the concept of government and the need for rules and laws. SS2CG2 Identify the following elected officials of the executive branch and where they work: a. President (leader of our nation) and Washington, D.C. – White House b. Governor (leader

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on the life cycles of insects using PebbleGO as a digital resource. (Butterfly, Bee, and Ant life cycles included). NEW 2nd Grade Science Georgia Performance Standards: S2L1. Students will investigate the life cycles of different living organisms. a. Determine the sequence of the life cycle of common animals in your area: a mammal such as a cat or dog or classroom pet, a bird such as a chicken, an amphibian such as a frog,

**Updated and Aligned with NEW 2017 Georgia Science Standards** 2nd Grade Standards: 1. obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the properties of matter and changes that occur in objects 1a. ask questions to describe and classify different objects according to their physical properties. These hands on experiments will engage your students in exploring the properties of matter in a tangible -- and yummy-- way! Students will complete a chart comparing properties of 4 different cracke

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research (using the PebbleGO database) on the founder of the Girl Scouts of America: Juliette Gordon Low. Aligns with the NEW 2nd Grade Social Studies Georgia Standards of Excellence: SS2H1 Describe the lives and contributions of historical figures in Georgia history. e. Juliette Gordon Low (Girl Scouts and leadership) **TWO FULL STUDENT ACTIVITY PAGES INCLUDED!!** Check out our BUNDLE of Juliette Gordon Low SCOOT Task Cards and P

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on properties of materials/matter using PebbleGO as a digital resource. 2nd Grade GA Performance Science Standard: S2P3. Students will demonstrate changes in speed and direction using pushes and pulls. a. Demonstrate how pushing and pulling an object affects the motion of the object. b. Demonstrate the effects of changes of speed on an object.

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on the life cycles of animals using PebbleGO as a digital resource. (Animal Reproduction, Offspring, Heredity, About Birds (Eggs), About Amphibians (Tadpoles) Chicken, Frog, Dolphin, Lion, Turtle Life Cycles included) NEW 2nd Grade Science Georgia Performance Standards: S2L1. Students will investigate the life cycles of different living organisms. a. Determine the sequence of the life cycle of common animals in your area:

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on the Map Skills including what is a map, keys and symbols, and map directions/compass rose using PebbleGO as a digital resource. (Articles Covered: What is a Map, Map Symbols & Keys, and Map Directions) *Addresses New Georgia Standards of Excellence! MAP & GLOBE SKILLS: 1. use a compass rose to identify cardinal directions 4. compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps 6.

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on Environmental Changes due to Extreme Weather using PebbleGO as a digital resource. S2E3. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about how weather, plants, animals, and humans cause changes to the environment.

These adorable chalkboard circle name tags are perfect for helping to personalize your classroom and make students feel welcome! COMES IN 2 SIZES, 2.5 inch (perfect for clothespins for hallway displays), and 4 inch. They are completely editable to fill in your students names, or use for cute labels elsewhere in your classroom! To use the same cute fonts we did, download this 100% FREE font pack here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Hello-Fonts-Personal-Non-Commercial-Use-301730

**Updated and Aligned with NEW 2017 Georgia Science Standards** 2nd Grade Standards: 1. obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the properties of matter and changes that occur in objects 2SC.A.1.c: construct an explanation from observations that some changes in matter caused by heating or cooling can be reversed and some changes are irreversible This hands-on the experiment will engage your students in observing the changing state of matter through heating and cooling in a tang

3 Act Task Recording Sheet: This student recording sheet will guide your students seamlessly through the process of recording their thinking for each part of a Three Act Task. This resource can be used over and over again for any grade level and with any 3 Act Task you use in your classroom!

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on the moon, moon phases, and the first moon landing using PebbleGO as a digital resource. NEW 2nd Grade Georgia Performance Science Standard: S2E2. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to develop an understanding of the patterns of the sun and the moon and the sun’s effect on Earth. d. Use data from personal observations to describe, illustrate, and predict how the appearance of the moon changes over time in a pat

This fun and engaging SCOOT assesses your students' knowledge of Environmental Changes. This has an emphasis on the human and weather aspects of Environmental Changes. There are a few questions related to animals and plants. Questions are in a variety of formats such as multiple choice, fill in the blank, true and false, create a question, make a list and elimination to promote higher levels of engagement. Includes 20 eye-catching task cards and an easy-to-use student recording sheet. ANSWER K

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on stars using PebbleGO as a digital resource. NEW 2nd Grade Georgia Performance Science Standard: S2E1. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about stars having different sizes and brightness. a. Ask questions to describe the physical attributes (size and brightness) of stars. b. Construct an argument to support the claim that although the sun appears to be the brightest and largest star, it is actually medium in

**Updated and Aligned with NEW 2017 Georgia Science Standards** 2nd Grade Science Standards: 1. obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the properties of matter and changes that occur in objects 1a. ask questions to describe and classify different objects according to their physical properties. This hands on experiment will engage your students in exploring the properties of matter in a tangible -- and yummy-- way! Students will complete a chart comparing properties of 4 different

**New Georgia Social Studies Standards!! Only 3 Major Rivers aligned to this product! This fun and engaging SCOOT assesses your students' knowledge of Georgia's Regions and Rivers and MORE! Questions are in a variety of formats such as multiple choice, fill in the blank, true or false, and elimination to promote higher levels of engagement. Includes 20 eye-catching task cards and an easy-to-use student recording sheet. ANSWER KEY is included for easy grading! GA Social Studies Standards: SS2G1

Students will use this companion recording sheet to conduct research on the sun, day and night, the seasons, etc. using PebbleGO as a digital resource. NEW 2nd Grade Science Georgia Performance Standards: b. Construct an argument to support the claim that although the sun appears to be the brightest and largest star, it is actually medium in size and brightness. S2E2. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to develop an understanding of the patterns of the sun and the moon and the sun