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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
Sort It Out: 5 Senses Cut and Paste
Simple and efficient. These sort it out activities will resonate with your kiddos because most kids love cut and paste activities. They are hands on and easy to use. Perfect for your Science Interactive Journals, Science Centers, use them for small group, early intervention, RTI purposes, and/or send them for homework. These are also great for those ESL, ELL, ELD, and Dual Language Classrooms in Bilingual Literacy Centers Key Words: First Grade Science Sorts, Kindergarten Science Sorts, Sort It
PreK - 2nd
Basic Principles, Science
Also included in: The Ultimate Bundle Preschool | Pre-k | Kindergarten
Pre-K & Early Learning Matching Packet | Food & Kitchen Vocabulary Busy Book
Make learning fun and interactive with this 65+ word food and kitchen-themed matching packet! Designed for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten readiness, this printable resource helps little learners explore everyday foods and kitchen items while building vocabulary, recognition, and fine motor skills. Inside you’ll find colorful matching pages for fruits, vegetables, meals, snacks, drinks, utensils, and kitchen tools—perfect for sparking conversations about healthy eating and real-life connectio
PreK - K
Basic Principles, Vocabulary
CCSS
K.MD.B.3
, L.K.5a
, L.K.5c
5 Senses Adapted Book / Five Senses Matching Adaptive Book
This interactive adapted book about identifying the five senses and the body parts associated with them. Students will learn to identify and match the appropriate body part by listening to the descriptive picture sentence read and looking at the picture scenario that goes along with it. This book also offers another opportunity to work early reading skills. Students "read" the sentence on each page and locate the corresponding body part picture where they are easily located and attached to the
PreK - K
Anatomy, Basic Principles
Moon Phase Sequence Worksheet for K-3 Science Coloring Pages
Moon Phase Sequence Coloring gives K-3 students a clear, visual way to learn the order of common Moon phases. These moon phases coloring pages help young learners connect phase names with simple images they can color, read, and discuss during science lessons. What's included• Moon Phase Vocabulary Preview • Waxing Moon Sequence • Waning Moon Sequence • Full Moon in the Cycle • Complete Moon Phase Review How teachers can use itUse this moon phase sequence worksheet bundle during K-3 science lesso
K - 3rd
Astronomy, Basic Principles, Coloring Pages, For All Subjects, Visual Arts
Also included in: Moon Phases Coloring Pages for K-3 Science Printables
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
Benjamin Franklin Spinner Craft, Biography Activity, Presidents’ Day Lessons
Looking for fun Benjamin Franklin activities for kids? This printable Benjamin Franklin spinner craft helps young learners explore early American history through an engaging hands-on activity. Perfect for social studies lessons, biography units, Presidents’ Day activities, and homeschool history, this interactive learning wheel makes it easy for students to discover key facts about one of America’s most influential historical figures. Students color, cut, and assemble the spinner to reveal impor
PreK - 3rd
Basic Principles, Coloring Pages, U.S. History
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
Sort It Out: Healthy or Not Healthy Cut and Paste
Simple and efficient. These sort it out activities will resonate with your kiddos because most kids love cut and paste activities. They are hands on and easy to use. Perfect for your Science Interactive Journals, Science Centers, use them for small group, early intervention, RTI purposes, and/or send them for homework. Key Words: Sort It Out Cut and Paste Activities
PreK - 2nd
Basic Principles, Science
Also included in: The Ultimate Bundle Preschool | Pre-k | Kindergarten
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
Kindergarten Materials Worksheets | Texture, Shape & Color
Introduce Kindergarten students to materials and their properties with this engaging Materials Worksheet Pack. Children classify, sort, and describe objects by texture, material, shape, and colour—building critical thinking and early science skills. Key Features:Classify objects by texture (3 pages)Sort objects by texture (2 pages)Classify objects by material (3 pages)Sort objects by material (2 pages)Classify objects by shape, colour, material, and texture (2 pages)Describe objects (2 pages)Ho
PreK - 1st
Basic Principles, General Science
Also included in: Kindergarten Science Bundle: 12 Topic Worksheet Set
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 Sound and Energy Assessment Special Education 1st/2nd grade
Need an easy prep assessment or check for understanding. This Special Education Science Sound and Energy Assessment is a tailored tool designed to evaluate the understanding of sound and energy concepts among students with special education needs. It provides accessible question formats and customized reporting to support educators in assessing and addressing the unique learning requirements of students in special education settings. My kids enjoyed this assessment. With its creative and enjoya
1st - 2nd
Basic Principles, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 1-PS4-4
+4
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
Preschool Learning Pack
This Preschool Learning Pack was created to make parents and teachers jobs just a little easier! Whether in the classroom, at home, or on the go, this is the perfect activity for young children to do. With 116 pages of learning fun, your child will sure be ready for kindergarten in no time!
PreK
Basic Principles
Rabbits Basic Needs | Kindergarten Science Cut & Paste Activity
Teach students about the basic needs of animals with this engaging Rabbits Need: Food, Shelter, Water cut-and-paste activity! Perfect for Kindergarten and Pre-K, this interactive worksheet combines science, handwriting, and sorting in one. Students trace key words, cut and paste pictures, and practice identifying what animals need to survive. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 👉👉👉Bundle & Save: This resource is included in the K
PreK - 1st
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
Also included in: Kindergarten Science Mega Bundle | Plants, Life Cycles, Weather | TEKS
Scientific Drawing Rubric for Young Students
Help your students create quality work by using a scientific drawing rubric. This rubric gives 5 points for students to work on and allows for thumbs up and thumbs down rating for each point. Each point on the rubric has a picture cue to help students follow along even if they are not able to read the wording.
PreK - 1st
Basic Principles, Science
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