Science and STEAM Team
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Clinton, New York, United States
About the store
We are passionate about all things science and STEAM! Between us, we have over 60 years of teaching experience.
Sarah taught special education at the elementary level, second grade, and started the elementary STEM program from scratch. She taught science k-4 and enrichment through STEM.
Moe taught middle and high school technology, middle school science, and set up and ran the middle school STEM lab.
Both, are now retired from teaching and enjoy creating resources for our TpT shop, traveling, hiking, woodworking, painting, and reading.
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Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources Reading Comprehension Passages and Activity
Do you want to teach your students about renewable and nonrenewable energy; including the advantages and disadvantages of each? Do you want to integrate reading and science? These no-prep nonfiction reading passages about energy will save you so much time, and do just that!Included in this resource are: Nine reading passages were written on different levels. Each passage comes with a photo of the energy in action. The types of energy include:Wind Energy Biofuels Sola
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.2
, RI.4.4
+6
Also included in: Differentiated Science Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle
Plant Adaptations Informational Reading Comprehension Passages NGSS 3-LS2
This resource contains five non-fiction texts about plant adaptations. It was createdfor NGSS 3-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics. It is also available for use in Google Classroom ™.Are you having a hard time finding grade-appropriate reading passages about plantadaptations? Don't spend any more of your valuable time looking! There are passages about Cactus Seaweed Bearberry Water Lily Maple Tree A tips sheet provides you with ways to use t
3rd - 6th
Environment, General Science, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.3
, RI.4.1
+2
Also included in: Plant and Animal Adaptations Reading Comprehension Passages BUNDLE!
Kindergarten Science NGSS Aligned Bundle of Units for the Year
Do you need a science curriculum that is aligned to the NGSS? This kindergarten science bundle fits the bill!. We have researched each standard, so nothing goes untaught.It comes with:- 32 detailed lessons, so you can reclaim your nights and weekends. Included within the units are: - The Standards and Materials needed page ( all inexpensive, practical suggestions) - 79 Essential Vocabulary Cards for your word wall - Posters ( with photos) to enhance students learning - Picture Sorts to ke
Kindergarten
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
K.MD.A.1
, RI.K.10
, CCRA.L.3
+14
Spring Insects STEM Challenge and Informational Posters
This build a bug STEM / STEAM Challenge is the perfect way to get students excited about insects at the beginning of a unit, or it can be used as an assessment at the end of a unit. Students will build an insect within given parameters while using their creative side to make it unique! ❤️ Click Here to Follow Us!Related Products⭐ Insects: Creating a Report in a New and Fun Way!⭐ Insects Bingo and Posters⭐ STEAM Challenges for the Whole Year Money Saving Bundle⭐ STEAM Challenge: Creating the
K - 3rd
Art, General Science, Measurement
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, 3-LS4-2
+1
Types of Energy Posters for Upper Elementary and Middle School
Do you need science posters to enhance student learning about energy?Save yourself time and energy!This is a set of 12 science posters. They make a good supplement for many Next Generation Science lessons. There is a short definition of each energy type and a graphic to aid in student understanding. There is one poster for kinetic energy and one for potential energy. These are the two major categories under which all types of energy fall. A sheet tells which categories the forms of energy f
3rd - 6th
General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.4
, RI.4.10
, CCRA.L.6
+4
Also included in: Energy Bundle
What is Sound Energy? Kindergarten and 1st Grade Science Activities
Students will learn how sound travels, do some sound experiments, and finish off their NGSS aligned study with a sound mini-book. ❤️ Click Here to Follow Us!Other Leveled Readers⭐ Motion: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades⭐ Earth's Materials: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades⭐ What is a Habitat?: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades⭐ Animal Needs: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades⭐ Plant Needs: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary GradesRelated Products☀️ STEM Stories with
K - 1st
General Science, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
RI.K.7
, RI.K.10
, RI.1.7
+5
Family STEM Night School Event Package with Activities & Materials
Make your next Family STEM Night stress-free and engaging with this All-Inclusive STEM Event Package! Designed to meet the NGSS standards for Engineering and Design, this resource gives you everything you need to plan, organize, and host a successful school STEM night. With 8 hands-on STEM activities designed for elementary students and their families, this kit ensures an evening full of problem-solving, collaboration, and fun—while saving you hours of prep time. What’s Included: ✅ Plann
1st - 4th
Engineering, Performing Arts, Science
CCSS, NGSS
SL.1.3
, CCRA.L.6
, K-2-ETS1-2
+5
Also included in: STEM Lab / Maker Space Starter Kit for Elementary grades BUNDLE
4th Grade Life Science NGSS Aligned Unit
Do you need a science curriculum that is aligned to the NGSS? This fourth-grade life science unit fits the bill! We have researched each standard, so nothing goes untaught.It comes with:- 10 detailed lessons, so you can reclaim your nights and weekends.Lesson 1 - External Structures of HumansLesson 2 - Internal Structures of HumansLesson 3 - Internal and External Structures of Animals Lesson 4 - Camouflage and MimicryLesson 5 - Reproduction in AnimalsLesson 6 - External and Internal Parts of
4th
Biology, Engineering, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.4
, RI.4.10
, CCRA.L.3
+3
Also included in: 4th Grade Science NGSS Aligned Units for the Year
3rd Grade Science NGSS Aligned Motion, Stability, Forces and Interactions Unit
Do you need a science curriculum that is aligned to the NGSS? This 3rd-grade physical science unit fits the bill!. We have researched each standard, so nothing goes untaught.It comes with:- 9 detailed lessons, so you can reclaim your nights and weekends.Lesson 1 - Force and Motion Lesson 2 - Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Lesson 3 - Energy Transfer Lesson 4 - Gravity Lesson 5 - Friction and Air Resistance Lesson 6 - Magnetic Force Lesson 7 - Electrostatic Force Lesson 8 - Start Your Engines L
3rd
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
+4
Also included in: 3rd Grade NGSS Science Bundle | Year-Long Curriculum | Print + Digital
5th Grade Science NGSS Aligned Unit About Earth's Place in the Universe
Do you need a science curriculum that is aligned to the NGSS? This fifth-grade earth science unit fits the bill! We have researched each standard, so nothing goes untaught.It comes with:- 8 detailed lessons, so you can reclaim your nights and weekends.Lesson 1 - What Do We Know About the Stars?Lesson 2 - Learning About Specific StarsLesson 3 - How Big is the Sun in Relation to the Planets?Lesson 4 - Writing a ClaimLesson 5 - The Sun's ShadowsLesson 6 - The Earth's Rotation and Revolution(Patt
5th
Earth Sciences, Environment, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.4
, RI.5.9
, RI.5.10
+4
Also included in: 5th Grade Science NGSS Aligned Bundle
What is Light Energy? Kindergarten and 1st Grade Science Activities
In this light energy for kids unit, students will learn about sources of light, how light travels, do some light experiments, and finish off their NGSS-aligned study with a light mini-book. Lesson 1: What is Light? Lesson 2: Reflection of Light Lesson 3: Shadows Lesson 4: Opaque, Translucent, and Transparent ❤️ Click Here to Follow Us!Other Leveled Readers⭐ Motion: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades⭐ Earth's Materials: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades⭐ What is a Habitat?: NGS
K - 1st
General Science, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
RI.K.7
, RI.K.10
, RI.1.7
+6
Light Energy Investigation Transparent Translucent or Opaque
Your students will have lots of fun with this science! This resource aligns with the NGSS: 1-PS4-3 standard about testing different materials to see if light passes through them. Colorful posters define the words and give examples. Directions are given for the investigation. Students will investigate materials using a flashlight and place them under the correct term (smaller cards are included to be used at each student station). There are three different worksheets. One, to show that stu
1st - 3rd
Physical Science, Vocabulary
NGSS
1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
1st Grade Physical Science Unit Light and Sound Energy
Do you need a science curriculum that is aligned to the NGSS? This 1st-grade physical science fits the bill!. We have researched each standard, so nothing goes untaught.It comes with:- 7 detailed lessons, so you can reclaim your nights and weekends.Lesson 1 - What is Sound? Lesson 2 - Sound Vibrations Lesson 3 - What is Light? Lesson 4 - Reflection of Light Lesson 5 - Shadows Lesson 6 - Opaque, Translucent, and Transparent Lesson 7 - Design a Device That Will Communicate From One Tent to Ano
1st
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, 1-LS1-2
+1
Also included in: 1st Grade Science NGSS Bundle of Units for the Year
Plant and Animal Adaptations Reading Comprehension Passages BUNDLE!
This bundle contains two of our best-selling resources! Plant Adaptations and Informational Reading Passages and Animal Adaptation Informational Readings and Activities. There are ten informational reading passages about plant adaptations and ten informational passages about animal adaptations. There are follow-up activities for each. This is a great activity to do jigsaw style. It also contains both our plant and animal adaptations poster sets. There are photographs of each ecosystem wi
2nd - 5th
Environment, General Science, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.4
, RI.3.10
+8
1st Grade Science NGSS Bundle of Units for the Year
Do you need a science curriculum that is aligned to the NGSS? This first-grade science bundle fits the bill!. We have researched each standard, so nothing goes untaught.It comes with:- 22 detailed lessons, so you can reclaim your nights and weekends. Included within the units are:- The Standards and Materials needed page ( all inexpensive, practical suggestions) - 67 Essential Vocabulary Cards - Posters ( with photos) - Picture Sorts - Mini Books - STEAM Challenges - Charts - Worksheets -
1st
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-ESS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-3
+9
Physical and Chemical Changes of Matter Pdf and Digital Format
Are you looking for a resource that will explain the chemical and physical changes of matter in a simple way?This resource was made to address the NGSS 2-PS1-3. This deals with reversible and irreversible changes of matter. While this is a second-grade standard, it is appropriate for any grade addressing physical and chemical changes in matter. There are posters defining the terms as well as examples. Picture cards showing changes are included. The students must decide what type of change is
2nd - 5th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.2.10
, CCRA.L.6
, 2-PS1-4
+1
Also included in: MATTER Mega Bundle for Elementary Grades
Kindergarten Science NGSS The Effect of Sunlight on the Earth's Surface
Do you need a science curriculum that is aligned to the NGSS? This kindergarten earth science unit fits the bill!. We have researched each standard, so nothing goes untaught.It comes with:- 5 detailed lessons, so you can reclaim your nights and weekends. Lesson #1 Introduction to the Sun Lesson #2 Introduction to the Earth's Surfaces Lesson #3 Earth's Materials Outside Lesson #4 What Effect does the Sun Have on Earth's Materials Lesson #5 Building a Shelter Included within the unit are: -T
Kindergarten
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-PS3-1
, K-2-ETS1-3
+2
Also included in: Kindergarten Science NGSS Aligned Bundle of Units for the Year
Types of Bridges Posters and Build a Bridge STEM Fun!
This resource has educational posters of seven types of bridges. Each poster includes at least one photo and a short paragraph about the bridge represented. Do you want your students to participate in a build a bridge STEM challenge?This resource will help your students realize that there are many types of bridges. The type of bridge built depends on the load it needs to carry and the environmental conditions.Included in this resource:The standards that coveredSuggestions for three different vid
Not Specific
Informational Text, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+2
Severe Weather and Natural Disasters Nonfiction Texts for Reading Comprehension
This resource is an introduction to natural disasters. It contains five informational reading passages about natural disasters. It was made for the NGSS 3-ESS3-1 and 4-ESS3-2 Earth and Human Activity Standards. It covers the following natural disasters: Earthquakes Floods Hurricanes Tornadoes Volcanoes The passages were written with third graders in mind, but the information is very interesting and complex and would be useful for upper grades as well. There is
3rd - 5th
Environment, General Science, Informational Text
NGSS
3-ESS3-1
, 4-ESS3-2
Also included in: Differentiated Science Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle
Women in History Shark Lady The True Story of Eugenie Clark
This is a shark book and activity your students will love! Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist was named "Best Children's Book of 2017" by Parents Magazine, It also made the National Teacher's Science Association's list of top STEM books for 2017! Included in these resources are extensions for the story. This includes a story map, character traits sheets on two levels, a biography of Eugenie Clark with accompanying questions, I dream of
2nd - 3rd
Informational Text, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RL.2.3
, RL.3.3
, RL.3.10
+11
Also included in: Women in History STEM Stories Extensions Bundle
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About the store
Experience
We are passionate about all things science and STEAM! Between us, we have over 60 years of teaching experience.
Sarah taught special education at the elementary level, second grade, and started the elementary STEM program from scratch. She taught science k-4 and enrichment through STEM.
Moe taught middle and high school technology, middle school science, and set up and ran the middle school STEM lab.
Both, are now retired from teaching and enjoy creating resources for our TpT shop, traveling, hiking, woodworking, painting, and reading.
Teaching style
We believe in engaging, hands-on activities with collaborative participation.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Sarah spent many years as the elementary ELA coordinator before becoming the elementary STEM coordinator.
Moe was the STEM coordinator for his middle school.
My own education history
Sarah has a BS in Special Education and an MS in Reading Education.
Moe is certified in Technology k-12 as well as Elementary Education.
Additional biographical information
We have a blog, especially for teachers, at https://scienceandsteamteam.com/.
Sarah is an author of the cooperative blog Stem Activities for Kids, which recently made the list of the Top 100 Kids' Activity Blogs!
Sarah has also written three books.
Pepito's Whiskers: A True Story of a Blind Cat
Plant Adaptations: How Do We Live in Qur Habitat?
Animal Adaptations: How Do We Live in Our Habitat?
Moe is well-versed in all things science.
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