5th Grade Programs Basic Principles Instruction PDFs
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Scientific Method Unit
Kick off your science year with two weeks of ready-to-use Scientific Method lesson plans and activities that will have your students thinking, questioning, and experimenting like real scientists! This engaging Scientific Method unit is packed with hands-on experiments, interactive science stations, and easy-to-use student notes that make inquiry-based learning simple to implement. This resource is perfect for 4th, 5th, 6th, and middle school science classrooms looking to make the Scientific
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Design Thinking Notebook | Introduction to Engineering Interactive notebooks
Introduce your students to the EDC in an interactive and comprehensive way! This print-and-go interactive notebook is perfect for 5th - 7th grade STEM, science, engineering, or design-thinking. Aligned with NGSS and designed for middle school engagement, this resource helps students connect real-world problem solving with hands-on learning—while building academic vocabulary and critical thinking. ✨ What’s Included: ✅ Engineering Design Cycle Overview Wheel✂️ Cut-and-Paste Sequencing Activitie
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
Blast Off into Physics! Newton’s Laws/ Force and Motion Doodle Notes Bundle
🚀 Blast Off into Physics! Newton’s Laws & Force and Motion Doodle Notes Bundle Are your students tired of dry textbooks? Turn your science block into a creative powerhouse with this all-in-one Force and Motion Doodle Notes & Biography Bundle! Designed specifically for 5th-grade minds, this resource blends artistic engagement with high-level scientific concepts to make Newton’s Laws stick. This isn't just a packet of worksheets: it's a visual learning journey that guides students through the
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physics
Gummy Bear Osmosis Lab Activity | Engaging, Hands-On Biology Experiment
Bring osmosis to life with this fun, visual, and inquiry-based Gummy Bear Osmosis Lab! Students LOVE watching gummy bears grow, shrink, and transform while learning key biology concepts in a memorable way. What Students Will Learn Understanding Osmosis Identifying hypotonic, hypertonic, and isotonic solutions Practicing experimental design (independent, dependent, control variables) Measuring and calculating area and percent change Creating and analyzing bar graphs Making evidence-base
5th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Engineering Design Process Interactive Notebook | Engineering Notebook
Get hands on and creative with this Engineering Design Process Notebook. This Cut-and-paste Style notebook is perfect for Teaching the Engineering Design Process NGSS in a Super interactive way! Aligned with NGSS and designed for middle school engagement, this resource helps students connect real-world problem solving with hands-on learning—while building academic vocabulary and critical thinking. ✨ What’s Included: ✅ Engineering Design Cycle Overview Wheel 30 Slides for presenting and n
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Robotics
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-1
Heat Energy and Heat Transfer – Reading Comprehension – Science & Literacy
Heat Energy and Heat Transfer – Reading Comprehension & Science Literacy ActivityBring science to life with this engaging Heat Energy and Heat Transfer Reading Comprehension resource! With this resource, students will explore how heat moves through conduction, convection, and radiation, from boiling pots to black cars on sunny days. This student-friendly passage blends storytelling and science, making complex energy concepts easy to understand and remember. What’s Included:High-interest readin
4th - 6th
Basic Principles, Informational Text, Reading
Science Fair Reflection Circles and Self Reflection and Future Planning
Student Reflection Circle Worksheet and Self Reflection, Future Project Planning Worksheet and Teacher Directions are INCLUDED Protocol Overview: Science Fair Reflection CirclesThis structured peer discussion protocol uses small groups to help students articulate their learning, celebrate successes, and learn from each other's experiences. The protocol is designed for 30-40 minutes and works best with groups of 3-4 students, allowing everyone meaningful speaking time while maintaining engagemen
4th - 11th
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
Push, Pull, Touch & Collide Science Labs | TEKS 2.7.A | Force & Motion
Bring force & motion to life with hands-on labs designed specifically for 2nd grade TEKS 2.7.A! This science investigation pack helps students explain how objects push on each other and may change shape when they touch or collide — through engaging, kid-friendly experiments. Students will explore how objects: ✔ Push each other ✔ Touch and change shape ✔ Collide and move ✔ Can be pushed by air These interactive labs build real science understanding with simple materials, clear teacher dire
2nd - 5th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
ACTIVITY: Ecological Organization Paper Model & Reading Resource | Color and B&W
This resource pairs well with this YT video on Ecological Organization.SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube Channel for new Episodes and FREE ResourcesYour students will love this hands-on activity as they explore Ecological Layers! "Life in an ecosystem is full of order. It’s organized in layers, each one is both complex, and connected. We call those layers the Levels of Ecological Organization. These layers include the individual living organism to the entirety of all living things on our planet; and und
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Engineering Design Process Interactive Notebook – PLAN Phase | STEM Foldable
Looking to teach your students how to actually plan like real engineers? This Engineering Design Process: PLAN Phase Interactive Notebook Set is a complete, low-prep toolkit for Grades 5–7 that helps students understand how to write clear, testable plans and success criteria that align with a design specification. Designed for hands-on learning, this resource includes a content-rich foldable, vocabulary cards, and a cut-and-paste sorting activity that guide students through how to plan effe
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Vocabulary
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+2
Science Skills Scientific Method Data Tables Worksheet
This student-friendly guide teaches how to correctly create and organize raw data tables for science experiments. It introduces key table elements like proper titles, column labels with units, consistent formatting, and the role of independent, dependent, and controlled variables. Students also practice identifying mistakes and designing their own data tables, reinforcing understanding through applied tasks. Included in the resource are complete objective descriptions for MYP Criterion, ATL, UDL
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Engineering Design Process Interactive Notebook – IMAGINE Phase | 5Ws + Goals
Help your students think like real engineers with this engaging, scaffolded Interactive Notebook set for the IMAGINE phase of the Engineering Design Process! The IMAGINE Phase of the Engineering Design Cycle is the Second Phase of the problem solving process. Students brainstorm, empathize with the user, and make clear goals for the Design. Designed for Grades 5–7, this resource helps students explore design specifications, feasibility, and idea generation through vocabulary, graphic organ
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
Science Skills Scientific Method Testable Research Questions Worksheet
This student-friendly guide teaches how to write clear, testable science questions that can lead to hands-on investigations. It introduces the structure of a good question using independent and dependent variables, and shows students how to avoid vague or opinion-based prompts. Students analyze examples, find mistakes, and write their own testable questions to build confidence and understanding. Included in the resource are complete objective descriptions for MYP Criterion, ATL, UDL, NGSS and s
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
The Scientific Method
About This Set: The Scientific Method - 3 part cards
This work includes:
8 numbered steps/terms with names, definitions, and pictures
Includes control cards for each term
Terms Included:
Form a Question
Do Research
Make a Hypothesis
Plan your Experiment
Perform your Experiment
Analyze your Results
Draw a Conclusion
Brainstorm New Experiments
Standard Alignment
FL Standard: SC.4.N.1.3
Next Generation Standard: 3-5-ETS1
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Engineering Design Process | CREATE Phase Interactive Notebook for Prototyping
Aligned with the Engineering Design Process (EDP), this engaging, print-and-go resource guides students through the critical Create step as they build, sketch, and reflect on their prototypes. Ideal for STEM, science, or engineering classes, this low-prep notebook insert helps students document the materials, steps, and decisions used during their build. This resource is perfect for an intro to project-based learning, STEM challenges, and makerspace lessons. It integrates seamlessly with your e
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
Halloween Candy Experiement
Halloween Candy finally has a purpose. Challenge students to see if candy will sink or float. A chart is included with common candies that students can record predictions and results. Students love this hands on activity and discussion!
2nd - 6th
Basic Principles
Engineer Design Process Worksheet – Comic Strip process notes
Design Process Comic Strip Worksheet – STEM Reflection for Grades 3–5Make engineering fun and visual with this Design Process Comic Strip Worksheet, created for grades 3–5! This printable resource turns the Engineering Design Process into a creative storytelling experience where students draw and write about each step of their design challenge—from identifying the problem to improving their solution. Perfect for STEM, makerspace, or PBL classrooms, this worksheet helps students sequence their
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
Fact, Opinion, Observation, Inference
About This Set: Fact, Opinion, Observation, Inference - 3 part cards
This work includes:
4 terms with names, definitions, and pictures
Includes control cards for each term
Terms Included:
Fact
Opinion
Observation
Inference
Standard Alignment
FL Standards: SC.3.N.1.6, SC.3.N.1.7, SC.4.N.1.6
Next Generation Standard: 4-5-ESS3-1, MS-PS1-3
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Help students write a conclusion for their research science project
Appropriate for middle school and hight school science fair projects.
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Basic Principles, Other (Science)
Parts of Scientific Investigations
About This Set: Parts of Scientific Investigations - 3 part cards
This work includes:
4 terms with names, definitions, and pictures
Includes control cards for each term
Terms Included:
Materials
Procedure
Log book
Data Table and Graph
Standard Alignment
FL Standard: SC.3.N.1.1
Next Generation Standard: 3-5-ETS1
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
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