2nd Grade Basic Principles Resources
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Rocks and Minerals Unit, Types of Rocks, Weathering and Erosion, Rock Cycle
Transform your rocks and minerals unit with this comprehensive and engaging resource! Whether your textbook is outdated or you're looking for a way to make science more exciting, this Rocks and Minerals Unit offers everything you need to inspire curiosity and integrate reading, writing, and hands-on science activities. From Earth's layers to weathering and erosion, this unit dives deep into the study of rocks, minerals, and the processes that shape our planet. Looking for even more engaging res
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Science
NGSS
4-ESS1-1
Also included in: Rocks and Minerals Science Unit and Interactive Notes Bundle - Doodles
Force and Motion Pushes and Pulls
Fun, hands-on activities for force and motion is LOADED in this packet! Created with the Next Generation Science pushes and pulls standards in mind, if you are looking for thinking maps, lesson plans, science stations, and foldables for force and motion interactive notebooks, this is what you are looking for! All with the objective of Force and Motion. **UPDATED** As of summer 2020, I have added a 20 side PowerPoint to help teach your students about force & motion as well as an emergent rea
K - 3rd
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science
Also included in: 2nd Grade Science Curriculum Bundle Entire Year NGSS
Scientists & The Scientific Method, Scientific Processes | 2nd 3rd Grade Science
This resource is a complete science unit with engaging lessons and experiments to introduce second, third, and even fourth grade students to science, the scientific method, and other processes scientists use. Students learn the different areas of science, types of scientists and the jobs they do, science tools, science safety, and planning and conducting experiments using the scientific method. Your students will enjoy ten high engagement lessons in a detailed teaching Power Point, science jour
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.2.7
, W.2.8
, W.3.7
+3
Also included in: Scientists & The Scientific Method Print & Digital NGSS BUNDLE
Force and Motion Unit, Simple Machines, Friction, Gravity, Laws of Motion
Do you want an easy way to teach topics on force and motion? What about simple machines? Make learning about force and motion engaging! This unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on rocks and minerals. These reading passages with comprehension questions are the perfect way to quickly check for understanding while providing the students with background information
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science
Also included in: Science Bundle
States of Matter - Reading Passages, Comprehension, Activities, Labs, Task Cards
This matter science unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on matter. Please download the preview file to see all pages included in this unit! Looking for even more engaging resources? Pair this unit with the companion Matter Interactive Notes and Quizzes set - complete with doodle-style note pages and quizzes! Check it out here!Pages included:Matter reading pass
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science
Also included in: Matter Science Unit and Interactive Notes Bundle - Doodles
States of Matter (Solid, Liquid, Gas) Activities, Printables, Sorting Pictures
Make your science lessons unforgettable with this engaging States of Matter (Solid, Liquid, Gas) activity pack—packed with real photos, sorting cards, anchor charts, science notebook foldables, mini books, hands-on printables, and vocabulary tools to bring your matter unit to life! Whether you're teaching solids, liquids, and gases in kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, or beyond, this low-prep science resource is perfect for centers, interactive notebooks, stations, morning work, small gro
K - 2nd
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Also included in: PHYSICAL SCIENCE Bundle (**Includes BONUS Product**)
What is a Scientist?, Science Tools, Scientific Method
Hi friends, if you are just beginning to teach your little ones about science: What is a Scientist?, Scientific Method, Science Tools, and 5 Senses then this just might be the unit you need. Please note that all of the activity pages also include an interactive science journal version as well. Here is what is included: Posters “A Scientist …” Student version of “A Scientist...” – cut and paste Scientist – Can, Have, Are Posters – “Scientific Tools” Scientific Tools Sort to use in a pocket ch
K - 2nd
Basic Principles, Science
The Three States of Matter, Solid, liquid, Gas Sort Worksheet
The Three States of Matter, Solid, liquid, Gas Sort Worksheet (Real Images) | Digital Resource!Google Slides link included now! Drag and drop images included. The link is on the second page of the pdf file. Just make a copy of the file.Solid, Liquid, Gas Sorting Page18 picturesanswer keyanchor sheetRecording SheetGreat for review, homework, or assessment. LearnersoftheWorld
1st - 3rd
Basic Principles, Other (Science), Science
Parts of a Plant Craft Spring Science Craftivity Interactive Notebook Sub Plans
This Parts of a Plant craft is a hands-on spring science activity that helps students understand plant structure and function in a visual, engaging way. Designed for 2nd grade science, it also works well for review or enrichment in upper elementary classrooms. Students create a lift-the-flaps flower to label each plant part and explain what it does. The format makes it easy to add to an interactive notebook or use as a standalone spring science craftivity during your plant unit. Two levels of p
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, Biology, Earth Sciences
Food Chains (Animals and Energy) Activities, Printables, Picture Sorts
Food Chains (Animals and Energy) Activities, Picture Sorts, Printables, Anchor Charts & Science CentersBring your Food Chains and Energy in Ecosystems unit to life with these engaging, hands-on science activities, real-life animal photo sorts, and interactive printables! Perfect for elementary science centers, interactive notebooks, and whole group lessons, this resource helps students explore the flow of energy in food chains, and identify herbivores, carnivores, omnivores, decomposers,
1st - 3rd
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Also included in: LIFE SCIENCE Real Picture Sorts, Activities and PowerPoints BUNDLE
The Magic School Bus Rocks and Rolls - Weathering and Erosion Worksheets
These worksheets accompany the Magic School Bus episode on erosion (Magic School Bus Rocks and Rolls – season 3, episode 12). These worksheets are a great supplement to any NGSS or science unit on rocks, erosion, or even habitats! Perfect for unit review, a fun bonus activity, or emergency sub plans. Worksheets in this product are: • Fill-in-the-blank video guide with word bank • Comprehension check: Write a definition and Describe 3 ways • Extension activity: Draw the effects of erosion Answer
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
2nd Grade and 3rd Grade Science Interactive Notebook FULL YEAR BUNDLE Worksheet
Everything you need for teaching 2nd grade or 3rd grade science in one place! This Science Interactive Notebook Full Year Bundle is packed with interactive journals, worksheets, and activities to last the entire school year! This 2nd and 3rd grade science bundle includes a years worth of curriculum, lesson plans, foldables, vocabulary, quizzes, and more! With 30 science units you will have everything you need for 30 weeks or more of fun and engaging science instruction. Each unit includes eas
2nd - 3rd
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Science
Science Bulletin Board Bundle
Do you need a science bulletin board for your classroom? This is the perfect product for you! I am so excited about this editable science bulletin board! I like to hang various pieces in my room (or as an anchor chart) for my students to reference all year long! This board is a great way to display learning objectives, science goals, facts about scientists, conversation starters, fun/interesting facts, and more! Download includes: 3 Different board titles: 1) What is a scientist? 2) Mad About S
2nd - 6th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Also included in: School Subjects Bulletin Board Bundle
Scientific Method Activity Pack
The Scientific Method can be a challenging process for younger students, so why not make it as fun and interesting as possible? With this pack you can do just that! Not only will you be teaching students the steps of the scientific method but you will be doing it with materials that are rich with vocabulary and offer engaging activities. Included: - Scientific Method binder sheet or mini anchor chart - Vocabulary Cards - Vocabulary crossword - Reading passage with comprehension questions - Scien
2nd - 6th
Basic Principles, Other (Science)
Physical and Chemical Changes Sort Cards | Print and Digital
Looking for a hands-on way to reinforce the concepts of physical and chemical changes? This resource was made to provide engaging activities to assess the concepts of physical and chemical changes. These sorts can be completed individually or as a whole group activity. They can be completed in the classroom or online. This contains: •Two sets of small sort cards for physical and chemical changes •Two sets of large sort cards for physical and chemical changes •Pocket pattern that can be used in i
2nd - 8th
Basic Principles, Biology, Chemistry
Little 2nd Grade SCIENCE Thinkers {UNIT 1: Matter}
Little 2nd grade Science Thinkers is a complete science curriculum specifically for students in grade 2. It's everything you need to introduce, teach, practice, and assess your students. It incorporates many state and NGSS standards (NGSS standard alignment included. Click here for TEKS alignment). This curriculum was completely researched, designed, and created by Karen Jones. UNIT 1: MATTER introduces your students to science, properties of matter, and structures. It includes many engaging
2nd
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
NGSS
2-PS1-4
, 2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
+1
Also included in: Little 2nd Grade SCIENCE Thinkers - Curriculum Bundle
The Magic School Bus Getting Energized - Forms of Energy Worksheets
These worksheets accompany the Magic School Bus episode on sources of energy (Magic School Bus Getting Energized – season 2, episode 10). These worksheets are a great supplement to any NGSS or science unit on energy, engineering, or forces. Perfect for unit review, a fun bonus activity, or emergency sub plans! Worksheets in this product are: • Fill-in-the-blank video guide with word bank • Comprehension check: Graphic organizer and Draw to explain • Extension activity: Draw your own festival ri
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
Also included in: The Magic School Bus Video Worksheets *PHYSICS BUNDLE*
Animal Habitats Classification Activities Life Cycles Sorting Coloring Pages
Animal Habitats, Life Cycles, and Classification Bundle – Hands-On Science for K–2Bring the world of animals to life in your classroom with this comprehensive Animal Habitats, Life Cycles, and Classification Bundle! Packed with engaging, hands-on activities, this resource supports early learners as they explore animal groups, life cycles, habitats, and more through colorful posters, sorting worksheets, cut-and-paste activities, coloring pages and digital activities. Perfect for science centers,
K - 2nd
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Our Solar System, Planets, and Planet Earth Space Science Activities and Unit
* Solar System, Planets, and Planet Earth is a Primary Grades Space Science Unit that includes the associated FLIP Book for this unit. The Solar System, Olanets and Planet Earth FLIP Book is also sold separately.This is a comprehensive Space Science unit that aligns with national Science standards and core curriculum. This unit can be used as a stand-alone curriculum or as supplemental material for your existing curriculum. Students will be actively engaged in learning terms and concepts associ
1st - 2nd
Astronomy, Basic Principles, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.1.1
, RI.1.2
, RI.1.4
+5
Also included in: Science Curriculum and Units Bundle for 1st and 2nd Grades
Water Cycle Unit - Reading Passages, Activities, Comprehension, Task Cards
Make your life easy while enhancing your science unit on the water cycle with this no-prep unit. This unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on weather. These reading passages with comprehension questions are the perfect way to quickly check for understanding while providing the students with background information on each topic. It is also the perfect way to integrate literacy an
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science
Also included in: Science Bundle
Living vs. Nonliving Sort | Living and Nonliving Things Worksheets
Living Vs. Non-Living Things Sorting Worksheets help Kindergarten/Pre-K students understand the difference between living and non-living objects. This no-prep printable resource doesn't explain why things are different as it is a set of drilling worksheets (the difference should be explained by a teacher/parent). The resource features coloring, drawing, finding the correct option, ticking, and cutting and pasting activities. This resource is suitable for non-readers and it features kid-friend
PreK - 2nd
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Also included in: Living and Nonliving Things | Healthy and Unhealthy Worksheets BUNDLE
Apple Activities Preschool & Kindergarten, Apple Experiment for Fall Science
Apple Activities Preschool & Kindergarten, Apple Experiment for Fall Science ❤️ A fun and hands-on way to learn about apples! Use these low-prep and exciting apple experiments in your preschool, kindergarten, or first-grade classroom!Download the free preview for your FREE APPLE STACKING activity. Get this product as part of a BUNDLE and SAVE!Simply Kinder FALL BundleIncluded in this download:estimate and count seedsexplore oxidationmake observationstake datataste test and record with a person
PreK - 2nd
Basic Principles, Science
2nd Grade Science Doodles Interactive Notebook Bundle
This 2nd grade Interactive Notebook Bundle has 24 foldables that cover these topics:
Safety and Tools
Scientific Method
Matter
Changes in Heat
Engineering
Light and Sound
Magnets
Objects in the Sky
Shadows and Time
The Water Cycle
Weather
Changes to Earth
Bodies of Water
Seasons
Resources
Conservation
Basic Needs
Environments
Animal Habitats
Food Chain – Ocean
Food Chain – Garden
Plants
Animal Groups
Life Cycles
The front of each foldable features 4 vocabulary words and is a simple half page f
1st - 2nd
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
What Is A Scientist Scientific Method Worksheet Easy Science Experiments Project
What is a scientist? What do scientists do? How do they use the scientific method? These back to school science activities introduce kids to what scientists do, science tools, & the scientific method with easy science experiments, kid-friendly reading passages, & simple worksheets. You'll love these beginning of the year science activities! Use them as fun first week of school science activities, or any time to introduce your class to what scientists do. These fun science activities are perfect
1st - 3rd
Basic Principles, Science
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About 2nd grade science basic principles resources
On TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers), 2nd Grade Science Basic Principles Resources support the essential ideas students learn in physical, earth, and life science. These resources often connect to states of matter, plant growth, habitats, and forces like push and pull. Teachers look for materials that make those concepts concrete and age-appropriate for young learners. The result is science practice that feels hands-on, understandable, and relevant to what 2nd graders are studying.
Teachers can find task cards, lesson plans, interactive notebooks, science centers, printable experiments, and assessments that match these topics. Many sets include reading passages, sorting activities, vocabulary practice, and simple recording sheets, which helps students show what they know in different ways. These formats are useful because they give teachers flexible options for whole-group lessons, partner work, and independent practice. Answer keys and ready-to-print pages also make it easier to prep quickly and keep instruction moving.
In the classroom, a teacher might use these resources during a science block to introduce a new unit on matter or revisit plant needs in a small group. A quick printable or task card set can work well as a warm-up, center activity, or exit ticket without extra planning. That makes it easier to keep students engaged while checking for understanding at the same time. When the schedule is full, ready-made TPT resources save time and help teachers stay focused on instruction.
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