The PBL Science Spot

This is a project-based learning unit covering global weather patterns. Duration: approximately 3 weeks Driving Question: How can we use global weather patterns to analyze a shipwreck and prevent future sailors from the same fate as Tami Oldham Ashcraft and Richard Sharp? Problem Statement: We are weather experts who will determine what happened to Tami and Richard and create a guide for future sailors so that they are well educated about the dangers of hurricanes at sea. Authenticity: This

This is a project-based learning unit covering interdependence among living systems. Duration: approximately 3-4 weeks Driving Question: How do organisms interact with their environments? Problem Statement: We are zoology experts who will design a zoo exhibit for an endangered species so that the zoo enclosure resembles the natural habitat and ecological relationships for their emotional and physical wellbeing. Authenticity: Students will learn about real zoos that incorporate organisms' natu

6 Project-Based Learning units covering the following topics: Organisms, Food Webs, and Interdependence (Save the Zoo)Force and Motion, Newton's Laws (Newton's Funniest Videos)Weather Patterns, Ocean and Wind Currents, Hurricanes (Adrift)Plate Tectonics, Tectonic Boundaries, Landforms (Tectonic Destinations)Atomic Structure, Periodic Table, Trends (Mendeleev Museum)Rotation, Revolution, Lunar Phases and Predicting, Components of the Universe (Space Race, Round 2)Each project is designed to span

This is a project-based learning unit covering atomic structure and the periodic table. Duration: approximately 4 weeks Driving Question: How are the structures of atoms represented in the periodic table? Problem Statement: We are museum curators who will create exhibits for a Mendeleev tribute museum so that visitors can learn about atomic structure and the organization of the periodic table. Authenticity: Students will learn about atomic structure and create models of atoms (hands-on), resea

Color by Number Activity - Newton's Laws 10 Questions (Halloween Themed)Newton's Laws - IdentificationLaw of Inertia, Law of Mass-Acceleration, Law of Action-ReactionStudents will answer the questions and color the correct choice, then color the picture below using the corresponding colors.

This is a project-based learning unit covering force and motion. Duration: approximately 2 weeks Driving Question: How does force affect the motion of an object? Problem Statement: We are tv comedians who will host a comedy show about Newton's laws so that viewers are entertained and educated. Authenticity: Students will be presenting to a live studio audience and choosing real world examples of Newton’s laws to discuss and show to their peers that they find comical or relevant to their own l

This is a project-based learning unit covering rotation, revolution, lunar phases and predicting, as well as components of the universe and space travel. Duration: 3-4 weeks Driving Question: How can we develop the most effective plan to facilitate life in space? Problem Statement: We are a team of expert scientists who will create a plan to facilitate life in space so that we can save the human race from extinction.  Authenticity: Students will watch end-of-the-world movie trailers and discu

Discuss the diversity in the human race and the environmental factors that contribute to differences in human appearances globally with this lesson. These slides describe 5 specific examples of human adaptations to environments around the world, including: Skin ColorHigh ElevationsMalariaSub-Freezing TemperaturesBody Size and ShapeStructural/Physiological Adaptations vs. Behavioral Adaptations in humans is also covered.

This is a project-based learning unit covering plate tectonics and topography. Duration: approximately 3 weeks Driving Question: How do the Earth's plates interact to form crustal features? Problem Statement: We are travel agents who will plan a 14-day trip around the globe to highlight tectonic destinations. Authenticity: Students will research real locations, find real activities to do within different regions, and will research the histories of tectonic activity that formed their destinatio

Engaging Chemistry Vocabulary Bingo Game – Perfect for Middle School Classrooms!Looking for a fun and interactive way to reinforce chemistry vocabulary in your 8th-grade classroom? This Chemistry Vocabulary Bingo Game is the perfect resource to help your students master key concepts in chemical reactions and changes while keeping them actively engaged. Designed for middle school students, this game promotes active learning and helps students improve their understanding of essential chemistry ter

Engaging Science Vocabulary Bingo Game – Perfect for Middle School Classrooms!Looking for a fun and interactive way to reinforce science vocabulary in your 8th-grade classroom? This Science Vocabulary Bingo Game is the perfect resource to help your students master key concepts in atomic structure and chemistry while keeping them actively engaged. Designed for middle school students, this game promotes active learning and helps students improve their understanding of essential science terms in a

Celebrate the achievements of trailblazing women in science, technology, engineering, and math with this inspiring set of Women in STEM Coloring Pages! Perfect for classrooms, homeschool environments, or enrichment activities, this resource combines creativity with meaningful learning. This set includes beautifully designed, student-friendly coloring pages featuring eight pioneering female scientists: Rosalind Franklin – Known for her critical work in discovering the structure of DNA Ada Lovel

Color by Number Activity - Body Systems 10 Questions (My job is... What body system am I?10 Body SystemsIntegumentary, Digestive, Nervous, Excretory, Muscular, Skeletal, Endocrine, Respiratory, Circulatory, ReproductiveStudents will answer the questions and color the correct choice, then color the picture below using the corresponding colors.

Color by Number Activity - Algebra 1 10 QuestionsSlope & Y-InterceptSlope-Intercept Form, Standard Form, Slope FormulaHints provided on first 4 questionsStudents will answer the questions and color the correct choice, then color the picture below using the corresponding colors.

14 anchor charts for atoms and the periodic table. Vocabulary included: AtomAtomic MassAtomic NumberElectronElectron CloudElementGroupsMass NumberNeutronNucleusPeriodic TablePeriodsProtonReactivity

A Hertzprung-Russel Diagram plots stars according to their temperature and luminosity. In this Celebrity Hotness Diagram, students will plot the “stars” or celebrities on the diagram according to their hotness (how good looking they are) and star power (how well known they are). The goal of this activity is to have students think about H-R diagrams in a fun and silly way, to help the concept stick. Students will have to consider the axes of the graph - temperature (hotness) and luminosity (star