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Project-Based Ecology Summative | Ecosystem Model | NGSS SEP 2 + HS-LS2-6
Bring ecology to life with this creative, standards-aligned Keystone Species & Trophic Cascades Model Project. The perfect summative assessment for your ecology unit! Students deepen their understanding of ecosystem interactions by analyzing how a single species can shape an entire biome. In this research-based, hands-on project, students choose one of three ecologically significant species and investigate its impact on ecosystem stability: 🐺 Gray Wolves – Yellowstone National Park🐠 Parrot
9th - 12th
Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment
NGSS
HS-LS2-6
Also included in: Biology Summative Models Bundle (3 units) | NGSS Aligned | Grades 9 - 12
Project-Based Evolution Summative | NGSS SEP 2, HS-LS4-2, HS-LS4 | Grades 9 - 12
Bring evolution to life with this engaging, standards-aligned Evolution Final Model Project! Designed as a powerful summative assessment, this project challenges students to apply their understanding of adaptations, natural selection, mutations, variation, and fitness to explain how organisms evolve. Students create a detailed scientific model by hand or digitally that combines scientific explanations, diagrams, vocabulary, and creativity to answer an essential question about evolution. Perf
9th - 12th
Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment
NGSS
HS-LS4-2
, HS-LS4-4
Also included in: Biology Summative Models Bundle (3 units) | NGSS Aligned | Grades 9 - 12
Clean It Up! Water Filtration Project for Kids – Hands-On Science STEM Activity
Make science meaningful, visual, and fun with this engaging Water Filtration Project! This low-prep, student-friendly resource guides learners through building a real water filter while developing observation skills, critical thinking, and engineering design understanding. Perfect for upper elementary classrooms, STEM days, science units, or lab activities! 📦 What’s Included (4 Pages) ✔️ Colorful Project Cover Page – student-friendly and eye-catching ✔️ Materials List Page – illustrated
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Environment, General Science
National Park Ecology Investigation Case File | NGSS Ecosystem Project | Biodiv
Transform your students into ecological investigators with this engaging National Park Ecology Investigation Case File! In this NGSS-aligned project-based learning activity, students act as members of the National Ecosystem Investigation Agency (NEIA) as they investigate a real ecological crisis affecting a U.S. National Park. ⭐ Looking for even more ecology resources? Individual National Park Case Files are available separately, or save money with the complete National Park Ecology Investiga
9th - 12th
Biology, Environment, General Science
NGSS
HS-LS2-7
, HS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-6
+1
Plant Report Project Worksheet
These Plant Research Report includes 50 unique vegetables and fruits that make plant research structured, manageable, and fun for students. Designed up to 3rd grade reading and comprehension level, this project is an easy way to combine science content and ELA skills without adding extra prep. Each student records key information about a plant, including physical traits, habitat, growing conditions, uses, and fun facts. Students can choose from a list of 50 fruits, vegetables, or leafy green
2nd - 4th
Environment, Reading, Writing
Project Based Photosynthesis Summative | NGSS SEP 2 + HS-LS1-5 | Grade 9 - 12
🌱 Bring photosynthesis to life with this creative, hands-on, standards-aligned model project — perfect as a summative assessment for your biology unit! This engaging project challenges students to apply their understanding of plant structures, energy transformation, and photosynthesis processes in a highly visual and interactive way. Students select one of three biome-specific plants, each chosen for its unique adaptations: 🌲 Redwood Tree – Northern & Central California 🌵 Saguaro Cactu
9th - 12th
Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment
NGSS
HS-LS2-5
Also included in: Biology Summative Models Bundle (3 units) | NGSS Aligned | Grades 9 - 12
The Ocean Cleanup Project GATE Middle School Inquiry & Real World Connections
Inquiry & Real World Connection Worksheet designed for Gifted and Talented Students and focused on the Ocean Cleanup Project lesson in Middle School Current Events in Science. See Thumbnails for more details. Simply purchase, download and copy! Each Worksheet Includes:10x Real World Related Prompts on the Topic20x Questions for Student Inquiry & Expressing Opinions (2 Questions per Prompt)Great For Student Engagement!For a FREE example of this type of resource click: HERE**Answer Key Included**
6th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Reading
Design an Ecosystem Project
Are you looking for a fun project to apply learning about ecosystems? In this project, students design a unique ecosystem with its own organisms, organize the organisms in a food web, and identify ecological relationships. This was a popular project with my students who loved the creativity involved. Additionally this project can be adapted in different ways... It can be hand-drawn or designed on the computer.Student can use AI to generate pictures.There are options to simply or add to the proje
7th - 12th
Biology, Environment, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-1
Invasive Species Menu Choice Board Project
This project is great to do inside or outside of class to have students show what they know regarding invasive species. I generally give students three days in class and then the rest of the week out of class to complete the assignment. Within the menu, students are presented with choices that can be done with or without technology. Great for a culminating project. As the tasks increase in difficulty, their value increases. Students don't have to do the entire menu, but I always have some stude
6th - 12th
Biology, Environment
Seven Projects for your Students
Here are seven (7) projects that are for your students at home or in wood shop. They include: Bird Houses and Feeding stations from a few years ago - Making bird cakes - Making a bird feeder from a plastic bottle - Winter project to help wildlife neighbors - Making a grasshopper pull toy and How to make a hummingbird feeder using a test tube. - Enjoy Please take a moment to become a "Follower" (see insert on right)and if your class is into bird watching visit my other TPT site "Quick Bites"
5th - 11th
Environment
Presenting...Service Learning Project!
In this lesson, students will find numerous ideas of what they can do to help the environment. After they complete the project, a written reflection and presentation is due.
K - 12th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Science
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
Biology Summative Models Bundle (3 units) | NGSS Aligned | Grades 9 - 12
Included Projects 1. Keystone Species & Trophic Cascades Model Project Students investigate how a single species can impact an entire ecosystem by exploring real-world examples of keystone species and trophic cascades. Featured Organisms: 🐺 Gray Wolves – Yellowstone 🐠 Parrotfish – Coral Reefs 🦊 Arctic Foxes – Arctic Islands Students analyze biodiversity, ecosystem stability, and ecological balance while creating a scientific model explaining ecosystem interactions. Standards: HS-LS2-6
9th - 12th
Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment
NGSS
HS-LS2-5
, HS-LS4-2
, HS-LS4-4
+1
Adopt a Rock- Rock Cycle Enrichment
Adopt-A-Rock: Rock Cycle Enrichment Activity | Earth Science | Geology | Fun STEM ProjectMake learning about the rock cycle unforgettable with this hands-on, high-engagement Adopt-A-Rock activity! Perfect for upper-elementary or middle school science classrooms, this creative project helps students build a personal connection to Earth science concepts as they “adopt” a rock and explore its characteristics, formation, and personality. Students will complete a Rock Adoption Certificate and a R
3rd - 8th
Earth Sciences, Environment
NGSS
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-5
+2
Birds of Wisconsin Bingo - Local Wildlife Observation
This set of 5 hand-illustrated bingo cards features over 50 Wisconsin birds, based on data from Project FeederWatch and eBird. It's perfect for bird watching at home or at school (if you're lucky enough to have a window where you can put a bird feeder!) This is a great hands-on, offline addition to local ecology units. I've included an "extra challenge" card - designed so students will have to venture outside of their backyard (and likely their comfort zone) to win a bingo. Project FeederWatch h
1st - 8th
Biology, Environment, General Science
Parts of a Tree – Match the Tree Parts to Their Functions | Cut & Draw Line
Help young learners explore the parts of a tree and what each part does with this simple, hands-on matching activity! 🌳 Students will draw lines to match each tree part to a visual that shows its purpose, making this an engaging and developmentally appropriate activity for Kindergarten and 1st grade. This resource is perfect for: Plant & life science units Whole-group instruction Small groups or centers Independent practice Early finishers What’s Included ✔ 1 printable worksheet ✔ Tree par
K - 1st
Environment
Ocean Acidification Data Activity (NOAA) | Aragonite, pH, & Human Impacts | APES
This data-driven activity helps students explore the connection between ocean acidification, pH, and aragonite saturation using real NOAA data. Students collect and analyze data from the past (1861), present (2020), and projected future (2100) to identify trends, calculate change over time, and make predictions about the impacts on marine ecosystems. Students then apply their understanding to explain the chemical processes behind ocean acidification and evaluate ecological and human impacts, inc
9th - 12th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Marine Science
NGSS
HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-6
Birds of Missouri Bingo - Local Wildlife Observation
This is a "proof of concept" listing. It only includes one bingo card. I plan on uploading a set of 5 different bingo cards for local Missouri birds. This listing exists to gauge interest so I can prioritize projects - these cards are all hand drawn, and are a massive time investment on my part :)This bingo card features common Missouri birds, based on data from Project FeederWatch and eBird. It's perfect for bird watching at home or at school (if you're lucky enough to have a window where you c
1st - 8th
Biology, Environment, General Science
Birds of Illinois Bingo - Local Wildlife Observation
This is a "proof of concept" listing. It only includes one bingo card. I plan on uploading a set of 5 different bingo cards for local Illinois birds. This listing exists to gauge interest so I can prioritize projects - these cards are all hand drawn, and are a massive time investment on my part :)This bingo card features common Illinois birds, based on data from Project FeederWatch and eBird. It's perfect for bird watching at home or at school (if you're lucky enough to have a window where you c
1st - 8th
Biology, Environment, General Science
Cincinnati Zoo Bingo - Field Trip Resource
This set of 7 hand-illustrated bingo cards features over 150 different animals found at the Cincinnati Zoo. It works well as a field trip activity, an in class activity in the lead up to or aftermath of a field trip, or as a creative hook for a research project. Updated May 2026 to include all 7 completed bingo cards. Thank you so much to everyone who showed interest in this project before it was complete!
1st - 8th
Biology, Environment, General Science
Kansas City Zoo Bingo - Field Trip Resource
This set of 7 hand-illustrated bingo cards features almost 200 animals found at the Kansas City Zoo. It works well as a field trip activity, an in class activity in the lead up to or aftermath of a field trip, or as a creative hook for a research project. Updated April 2026 to include all 7 completed bingo cards. Thank you so much to everyone who showed interest in this project before it was complete!
1st - 8th
Biology, Environment, General Science
Lincoln Park Zoo Bingo - Field Trip Resource
This is a "proof of concept" listing. It only includes one bingo card. I plan on uploading a set of 7 different bingo cards for the Lincoln Park Zoo. I have completed listings for the Shedd Aquarium, Kansas City Zoo, and the Cincinnati Zoo available. This listing exists to gauge interest so I can prioritize projects - these cards are all hand drawn, and are a massive time investment on my part :)This bingo card features animals found at the Lincoln Park Zoo. It works well as a field trip activit
1st - 8th
Biology, Environment, General Science
What Helps Plants Grow Best: Plant Experiment | Inquiry Based | STEM Science
Turn your classroom into a science lab with this engaging, inquiry-based plant growth investigation! Students explore the real question scientists ask: What helps plants grow best?Through hands-on experiments, data collection, graphing, and reflection, students test how sunlight, water, and soil types affect plant growth over time. This resource is perfect for STEM lessons, life science units, spring activities, or project-based learning! 📦 What’s Included (10 Pages) ✔️ Colorful student co
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Environment, General Science
IB ESS 1.1 Perspectives Student Workbook With Answer Key
This student workbook addresses essential terminology and concepts drawn from the content statements in the new ESS syllabus (first exams 2026). It includes material for the Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) Environmental Systems and Societies course. The workbook begins with a section of key vocabulary and then progresses through every content statement in topic 1.1 Perspectives. The workbook closely aligns with the topic 1.1 slide deck on my science website, and both the slides an
11th - 12th
Environment, Science
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