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Soil Is Alive! A Hands-On Soil Science Investigation Grades K–2 | Earth Science
Lesson OverviewStudents explore soil as a living system through observation, visual note-taking, and biological application. This lesson introduces soil layers, soil components, and the role of organisms—specifically earthworms—in maintaining healthy soil. Learning ObjectivesStudents will: Identify soil as a living biome Describe basic soil layers Recognize living and nonliving components of soil Explain how earthworms contribute to soil healthLesson StructurePart 1: Soil Explore (Inquiry Activi
K - 2nd
Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment
CCSS, NGSS
CCRA.L.1
, K-ESS3-1
, K-ESS3-3
Horeshoe Crab - Basic Info + Fun Facts + Games - Gamification Learning Handout
Engage students with this Atlantic Horseshoe Crab printable worksheet, perfect for teaching about marine biology, ocean animals, and coastal ecosystems! This no-prep, black-and-white science handout includes basic species info, fun facts, anatomy diagram, and gamified learning activities like a maze, coloring section, and word search. Great For: • Ocean science units • Field trips to aquariums, beaches, or nature centers • Homeschool biology lessons • Earth Day, marine life themes, and env
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Environment, Science
How Gills Function
When students are studying animal traits for survival, you can use these depth and complexity questions for students to answer after participating in the coffee filter gill experiment. These questions will have students thinking about gills in a whole new light and connecting gill function to their lives.
1st - 5th
General Science, Marine Science, Writing
Basic Shelter Lesson & Activity | Free Resource for Classroom, Backyard, Forest
Teach toddlers and little kids about what basic shelters are, what they look like, and how to make them. This handout is great to review prior to and during making a basic shelter in the forest, in the backyard, or even in the classroom. To make a shelter in a classroom: Give students the idea by taking a broom, scrap piece of wood, or anything long and thin for the top support of the shelter. Use a large sheet or blanket and evenly drape it over the top support. Pull out the sides and secure th
PreK - 2nd
Environment, General Science, Science
Map Skills- How to Read a Map – Adapted Book for Special Education
Teach students the basics of how to read a map with this hands-on adapted book designed for special education, Kindergarten, and 1st grade learners! This interactive resource uses simple language, clear visuals, and matching pieces to help students understand the parts of a map and how to use them. Students will learn about the compass rose, directions (north, south, east, west), the map key, and symbols that show where things are. Perfect for introducing early geography and problem
PreK - 4th
Earth Sciences, Geography
Brain Activities Thinking Activities Brain Health
Learn about your most important school tool... your brain. Learn how the brain functions, ways to help your brain, and all about neurons.These lessons are taught using vocabulary cards, My Great Big Beautiful Brain booklet, interactive notebook activities, games, hands on crafts, and through the text Your Fantastic Elastic Brain. #summersalebration Included in this unit are the following: 28 Vocabulary CardsNeurosurgeon "Costume"My Great Big Beautiful Brain BookletInteractive Notebook Activi
1st - 3rd
Anatomy, General Science, Health
Layers of the Earth Adapted Work Book
Layers of the Earth Adapted Work Book This book is great practice of basic skills while learning LAYERS of the EARTH science vocabulary. This book provided functional themed activities and is differentiated to meet the needs of a variety of learners. It is also a great way to provide access to upper grade earth science curriculum. In addition to being an adapted work book, this resource makes a great BUSY BOOK for restaurants, car rides and waiting rooms.What is included? WHAT’S INCLUDED & HO
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences
Also included in: Layers of the Earth Bundle
All About Rhinos Independent Reader: Blank Sentence Writing Book
Give your emerging writers the ultimate challenge with this 8-page Rhino-themed DIY Reader! Designed for students who have mastered basic phonics and are ready to construct their own sentences, this resource bridges the gap between reading and independent composition. What’s Included?8 Half-Page Spreads: Perfectly sized for little hands and easy assembly.Engaging Rhino Illustrations: High-quality images that provide visual cues for storytelling.Blank Writing Lines: Standard primary lines (top,
PreK - 2nd
General Science, Handwriting, Writing
Also included in: Rhino Mini Books: Writing for Neurodivergent and Homeschool Kids
Holiday STEM - Coding Challenge
Help Santa get to your house safely and pick up some Christmas items along the way using commands. Students will learn the basic principles of algorithms and how to use step-by-step commands to solve their problem.
This includes:
* 4 different versions of the Coding Challenge
* Teacher's Guide
* Student Worksheet
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Below is a list of other STEM Activities you may like
Snatchabook STEM Activity
Two STEM Experiments
2nd - 4th
Computer Science - Technology
What Is Energy? | Adapted Science Book | Special Education Physical Science
What Is Energy? | Adapted Science Book | Special Education Physical ScienceWhat Is Energy? is an introductory adapted science book designed to help students understand the basic concept of energy using simple sentences, clear visuals, and predictable structure. This book explains that energy helps things move, make light, create sound, and produce heat, making it an ideal starting point for physical science instruction. Students engage with short, repetitive text and visuals that support compreh
K - 3rd
Other (Science), Physical Science
Elementary News Show Program - STEM
This package comes bundled in my Elementary Technology Leadership Program: A Guide for teachers/media specialist!
Included are forms that can be used as a basic foundation for an elementary student News Show program. Some of the forms can be completed independently, while others are designed to be completed with the help of a teacher or media specialist.
These forms are designed to be used with elementary school students. (grades: 1-5)
1st - 4th
Computer Science - Technology, Library Skills
Elementary PSA and Photography for Technology Leadership Program
***This package comes bundled in my Elementary Technology Leadership Program: A Guide for teachers/media specialist!
Included is a form that can be used as a basic foundation for an elementary student PSA outline and a description for starting a Photography (technology) leadership program. Some of the activities can be completed independently, while others are designed to be completed with the help of a teacher or media specialist.
These activities are designed to be used with elementary schoo
K - 3rd
Computer Science - Technology, Library Skills
Sun Coloring Pages for K-3 Science Centers and Early Finishers
Sun Coloring Pages give K-3 teachers an easy way to add calm, science-themed coloring to centers, early finishers, or independent work. These simple sun coloring sheets support basic space and sky observations while keeping young learners engaged. What's included• Friendly Sun Close-Up • Sun and Rays in the Sky • Sun Over the Horizon • Sun and Earth Scene • Sun with Solar Energy Theme • Sun in the Solar System How teachers can use itThese Sun Coloring Pages are designed for K-3 science lessons,
K - 3rd
Astronomy, Coloring Pages, General Science
Also included in: Solar System Coloring Pages for K-3 Science Centers and Early Finishers
Houseplant Propagation Lesson Plan
PROJECT DESCRIPTION Plants add life to a room and help air quality in your home, but they also teach us to be patient, and about resilience. In this activity, students learn the basics of taking care of a houseplant, as well as the different ways in which plants propagate. Students will learn how to divide and re-pot a snake plant, and will take home a piece of the plant to learn from and care for at home. 60 min | Ages 4-10 PROJECTS What is Propagation? Propagate a Snake Plant WHAT'S INSIDE Th
K - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Environment, Science
NGSS
K-ESS3-1
, 3-LS4-4
, K-ESS3-3
+1
Debug the Device Coloring Pages – 23 Technology Troubleshooting, Computer Skills
Teach students how to identify, understand, and solve common technology problems with this fun and engaging set of 23 Debug the Device Coloring Pages! Perfect for elementary classrooms, computer lab lessons, STEM centers, and homeschool, these troubleshooting coloring worksheets help kids learn basic tech problem-solving skills in a calm, screen-free way. Each Debug the Device coloring page features a kid-friendly illustration paired with a simple, clear tech issue and solution, helping stu
1st - 5th
Coloring Pages, Computer Science - Technology, Reading
Map Skills - What Is A Map?- Adapted Book for Special Education- Social Studies
Help students understand what a map is and how it helps us find places with this interactive adapted book designed for special education, Kindergarten, and 1st grade learners. This hands-on resource uses simple language, clear visuals, and interactive matching pieces to teach the basic parts of a map — including land and water, directions (north, south, east, west), and the map key. Students will build early geography and problem-solving skills as they explore how maps show where thi
PreK - 4th
Earth Sciences, Geography
Life Cycle of a Sheep Adapted Book | Special Education Science | Farm Animals
Life Cycle of a Sheep Adapted Book | Special Education Science | Farm AnimalsThis Life Cycle of a Sheep Adapted Book helps students learn how sheep grow from lambs into adult sheep through clear visuals, simple language, and a consistent page layout. Designed for special education and autism classrooms, this resource supports understanding of animal life cycles while building basic science vocabulary. Students are introduced to key stages including lamb, young independent lamb, adult ewe, adult
PreK - 2nd
Other (Science)
Being Healthy and Taking Care of our Skin!_Worksheet
My name is Sophia Akhiyat, and I am a medical student at the George Washington University. I am passionate about dermatology and community outreach, especially through education. I created this module along with Samra Adeni, an elementary school teacher who works through Teach For America. I gave this lecture to 3rd graders and received excellent feedback from the children. We thought this may be a useful, 30-minute module for other teachers who would like to spend time on a health-related topic
2nd - 3rd
Biology, Health
Being Healthy and Taking Care of our Skin!_AnswerKey
My name is Sophia Akhiyat, and I am a medical student at the George Washington University. I am passionate about dermatology and community outreach, especially through education. I created this module along with Samra Adeni, an elementary school teacher who works through Teach For America. I gave this lecture to 3rd graders and received excellent feedback from the children. We thought this may be a useful, 30-minute module for other teachers who would like to spend time on a health-related topic
2nd - 3rd
Biology, Health
Photosynthesis Craft: Build a Sunflower Cut & Paste Activity | K–2 Science
Bring photosynthesis to life with this fun, hands-on sunflower craft activity. Students cut, assemble, and build their own sunflower while reinforcing key plant concepts in a visual and tactile way. This activity is perfect for early learners and pairs beautifully with a photosynthesis unit or the book Photosynthesis: Eat It Up. Designed with large pieces and clear directions, this craft supports fine motor skills while strengthening science understanding. 📄 What’s Included✔ Sunflower cut-and-p
K - 3rd
Anatomy, Biology, Environment
NGSS
1-LS1-1
, 2-LS4-1
, K-LS1-1
+2
Introduction to STEM and the Engineering Design Process BUNDLE
Are you looking for an engaging way to introduce STEM and the Engineering Design Process to your students? The PowerPoint, printable and digital flipbook, and coloring pages in this Introduction to STEM and the Engineering Design Process BUNDLE can help you with that! This Introduction to STEM and the Engineering Design Process BUNDLE contains the following resources: Introduction to STEM and the Engineering Design Process PowerPointEngineering Design Process Flip Book and STEM Journal Pages
2nd - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering
Printable Busy Book for Toddlers Pre-K K Food Theme learning binder
Busy Books are self-contained activities that children can use to play and learn. It is a fun and simple way to keep your toddler or young child busy and happy while learning something new or repeating already learned knowledge in a fun way. This printable food themed busy book is great for early learners (Toddlers, preschoolers and Kindergartners) to practice and build on many skills such as: -Matching -Numbers/Counting -Sorting -Shapes -Sequences -Sizes -Colours -Food Vocabulary and much more!
PreK - 2nd
Basic Principles
Patterns Create Order: A 4-Book Thematic Unit
Using this resource, students will critically explore the universal theme of patterns and order in the world around them. This multidisciplinary unit invites learners to investigate how repeated structures help us make sense of our environment and how recognizing patterns leads to deeper understanding across literature, mathematics, science, music, and the arts. Students will examine how our brains naturally seek patterns to create order—and how that order helps us predict outcomes, solve probl
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, General Science, Reading
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