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PBL-Problem-Based Learning: Solve the Local Water Crisis
Water Crisis Warriors: A Project-Based Learning Challenge Inspire future problem-solvers with a real-world mission they can dive into—literally! Water Crisis Warriors is a high-impact PBL unit where students explore the causes and effects of a local water crisis and take on the challenge of designing creative, research-based solutions. With built-in critical thinking tools, collaborative tasks, and a final presentation, this unit is perfect for gifted enrichment, environmental science, or s
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Environment, General Science
Lab Safety Social Story Elementary Science Classroom Rules Visual Support Autism
Help students understand and follow science classroom expectations with this Lab Safety Social Story designed specifically for elementary students, special education classrooms, and learners who benefit from visual supports and clear language. This student facing social story teaches safe behavior in the science lab in a calm, structured, and supportive way. It walks students step by step through listening to the teacher, wearing safety goggles, keeping hands to themselves, walking carefully, us
Not Specific
Basic Principles, Chemistry, Science of Reading
DRDP 2025 Checklist ATL 3
DRDP 2025 ATL 3: Problem-Solving checklist.
PreK
Basic Principles, Character Education, Informational Text
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
Mystery Genre Unit Study: VR Activity, Choice Board, PBL, Science Exp./texts/5es
Mystery Genre Unit Study DescriptionThe Mystery Genre Unit invites upper elementary students to step into the role of detectives as they read, write, and think like investigators. This cross-curricular unit blends ELA, science, and critical thinking using the engaging theme of mystery-solving to build comprehension, problem-solving, and creativity. Students begin by exploring the elements of mystery stories, including the problem, clues, suspects, red herrings, and solution. Through both fi
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies
Water Potential: Equation Breakdown and Practice Problems
Are you looking for a way to introduce Water Potential with your students? This assignment starts by breaking down the equation for water potential and solute potential. It explains the purpose and function of these equations. There is also a thorough sample problem that shows students step by step how to use these equations when solving a problem and interpreting data. Additionally, there are 4 practice problems each with 2-3 questions. This print & go activity can be used to teach water pote
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Also included in: Water Potential: Application, Equation & Practice Problems BUNDLE
Project Red Haven: Mars Colony Finance Simulation
Project Red Haven: Mars Colony Finance Simulation Subject Area: Personal Finance, Economics, STEM Integration Grade Level: 9–12 (Adaptable for Middle School) Duration: 7–10 Class Days Overview: In this immersive simulation, students act as members of a NASA-backed Mars colony team responsible for building and sustaining a human settlement on the Red Planet. Through budgeting, decision-making, and financial problem-solving, they learn key personal finance principles such as budgeting, saving, in
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Financial Literacy
Investigation Skills Poster & Lesson IB PYP STEM & Inquiry-Based Learning K-5
Help your students develop essential investigation skills with this engaging, hands-on resource designed for grades K-5! This differentiated resource includes two detailed lesson plans (K-2 & 3-5), an Investigator Poster, and student printables to support STEM, inquiry-based learning, and IB PYP Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills. What’s Inside?✅ Investigation Skills Poster – A visually engaging poster outlining key skills investigators use, such as curiosity, problem-solving, collaborat
PreK - 5th
Basic Principles, Forensics, General Science
Engineer Design Process Worksheet | Fixes STEM Worksheet | Failure Reflection
Failure Reflection & Fixes STEM Worksheet – Grades 3–5Help students turn mistakes into learning moments with this printable Failure Reflection & Fixes Worksheet—a perfect companion for STEM, engineering, and design thinking challenges in grades 3–5! Aligned with the Engineering Design Process, this worksheet encourages young learners to reflect on what went wrong, analyze why it happened, and brainstorm how to improve their designs. With clear, student-friendly prompts, this worksheet support
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
Roll For Engagement - PowerPoint Version
🎲 Roll for Engagement – Gamify Any Assignment! Tired of the same old projects and repetitive classroom routines? Bring unpredictability, excitement, and creativity back into your lessons with Roll for Engagement – a classroom-ready, dice-powered activity generator that transforms ordinary assignments into unforgettable adventures! Inspired by the popular “Roll for…” trend, this resource lets teachers and students roll dice to determine who works, what subject, assignment type, delivery method,
Not Specific
Basic Principles, Creative Writing, For All Subjects
Roll For Engagement - PDF Version
🎲 Roll for Engagement – Gamify Any Assignment! Tired of the same old projects and repetitive classroom routines? Bring unpredictability, excitement, and creativity back into your lessons with Roll for Engagement – a classroom-ready, dice-powered activity generator that transforms ordinary assignments into unforgettable adventures! Inspired by the popular “Roll for…” trend, this resource lets teachers and students roll dice to determine who works, what subject, assignment type, delivery method,
Not Specific
Basic Principles, Creative Writing, For All Subjects
Research Methods in Social Sciences & Psychology Full Lesson
This lesson plan and worksheet packet introduces upper-level high school students to research methods in the social sciences and psychology. Students learn how scientific knowledge differs from everyday knowledge, explore two foundational theories of knowledge (Popper’s falsifiability and Kuhn’s scientific revolutions), compare qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methods, review independent vs dependent variables, and understand the importance of ethics and objectivity in research. Th
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Basic Principles, General Science, Psychology
Solar Wax Melting STEM Challenge | Solar Oven Engineering Lab | Renewable Energy
Challenge your students to become solar engineers with this engaging Solar Wax Melting STEM Challenge! In this hands-on engineering activity, students work in teams to design and build a solar oven capable of melting a candle stick using only sunlight. Students investigate solar energy, thermal energy, heat transfer, reflection, absorption, insulation, and engineering design while competing to create the most effective solar oven. This highly interactive STEM project combines: ✔ Solar Energy
4th - 7th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
CER question prompt, template and rubric physical and chemical changes, science
CER Claim Evidence Reasoning question prompt about physical and chemical changes. Includes question, template format, rubric and grading suggestions. Students will tackle the question Is cutting your hair cut a physical or chemical change?
5th - 9th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Writing
NGSS
MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-3
Engaging Animal Habitat and Camouflage Google Slides | Google Classroom™
Engage your students with this dynamic Google Slides Bundle!This comprehensive package is ideal for Google Classroom™ and features a range of interactive activities that focus on desert animal and plant life. There are also slides that explore woodland animals and their unique habitat, and slides that explore camouflage. What's Included:⭐️ Vibrant Google Slides Presentations: Captivating visuals bring the desert and woodland biome to life, making learning fun and accessible. ⭐️ Interactive Acti
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, Biology
NGSS
3-LS4-3
, 2-LS4-1
, 3-LS4-2
Woodland Google Slides and Printable Design Resources | Google Classroom™ Bundle
Spark Creativity and Innovation with Woodland Animal Design Activities!Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of animal adaptations and climate change? Our Woodland Bundle invites students to unleash their creativity and envision future animals and their homes. There are biomimicry design challenges as well as Google Slides. One of the included resources is ideal for Google Classroom™ and explores woodland animals and their unique habitats. What's Included:⭐️ Vibrant Google Slides Pre
2nd - 3rd
Basic Principles, Biology, Environment
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-LS4-3
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Animal Habitat Google Slides | Desert and Woodland for Google Classroom™
Engage your students with this dynamic Google Slides Bundle!This comprehensive package is ideal for Google Classroom™ and features a range of interactive activities that focus on desert animal and plant life. There are also a resource that explores woodland animals and their unique habitat. What's Included:⭐ Vibrant Google Slides Presentations: Captivating visuals bring the desert and woodland biomes to life, making learning fun and accessible. ⭐️ Interactive Activities: Keep students engage
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, Biology
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 2-LS4-1
FREE What Is a Scientist? Scientific Method | 2nd-3rd Grade Gifted Science
A complete, ready-to-teach scientific method lesson — free, and a real lesson, not a teaser. "What Is a Scientist?" is the full opening investigation from The Foundry, with a word-for-word teacher script, student pages, and four challenge levels for gifted 2nd–3rd graders.Most "free" science downloads are a single page and a sales pitch. This is the whole lesson. Teach "What Is a Scientist?" start to finish — the hook, the investigation, the writing, the close — and see exactly how Velvet Rigor
2nd - 3rd
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
RL.2.1
, RI.3.1
, SL.2.1
+4
Kindergarten Science Introduction | What Is Science? | Observation & Discovery
Spark curiosity with this engaging Intro to Science lesson created just for kindergarten learners! Through hands-on observation and simple vocabulary, students will discover that science is all around us—from rocks and leaves to stars and water. A perfect way to launch your science curriculum with wonder and excitement. This lesson includes: ✅ Kid-friendly definitions for science, observe, experiment, question, discovery, and more ✅ Real-world object activity with magnifying glass and sensor
PreK - 1st
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
CCSS
SL.K.1
, SL.K.2
Compass reading
This digital download includes a compass explaining direction, with total of 13 cards to match. You can download the file, and laminate. This would work well with an actual compass for reference. If you would like to order the complete cards instead that are extra thick and water resistant, please email me at portaltrees@gmail.com. Given the freedom and support to question, to probe deeply, and to make connections, Montessori students become confident, enthusiastic, self-directed learners. They
Not Specific
Basic Principles, Vocabulary
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
Basic Shape Matching
This digital download includes 4 shapes, and 5 images to match, with total of 24 cards to match. You can download the file, print, and laminate. If you would like to order the complete cards instead that are extra thick and water resistant, please email me at portaltrees@gmail.com. Given the freedom and support to question, to probe deeply, and to make connections, Montessori students become confident, enthusiastic, self-directed learners. They are able to think critically, work collaborativel
PreK - K
Basic Principles, Vocabulary
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
Living and Non-Living sorting
This digital download includes 12 images that can be sorted as living and non-living categories. You can download the file, laminate, and cut apart the shapes and words. Explain living and non-living and sort. Color code the back so that the early learner can verify their work. If you would like to order the complete cards instead that are extra thick and water resistant, please email me at portaltrees@gmail.com. Given the freedom and support to question, to probe deeply, and to make connections
PreK - 1st
Basic Principles
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
Jumping Apple Seeds
Jumping Apple Seed STEM Activity Includes: Activity Instructions Material List Teacher Application
PreK - K
Basic Principles, Biology, Physical Science
0:59
Who First Saw Microbes: Microscopes & Microbe Discovery – Interactive Lesson
Who Was the First to See the Microbes introduces students to the early history of microscopy through interactive exploration, historical sources, and a simple DIY smartphone microscope activity. Activities for students: Observe and identify objects as they might have appeared through the first microscopes. Map the key European countries connected to pioneering microscope and microbe discoveries Build a simple DIY digital microscope using a smartphone, tape, and a silica gel bead. Reflect on
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
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