5th Grade Science Made Simple

I had a difficult time finding a good reading passage that explained the Law of Conservation of Matter or Mass, so I did the research and wrote my own. This 800 word passage explains how the law applies in various experiments, comparing it to how a magician makes things appear and disappear. The illustrations are in color but print well in black and white. I've used it as a group discussion starter and as a station with a partner. The 7 questions check for overall comprehension and vocabulary un

Ready to Print & Go!Five different worksheets designed to help students practice reading the temperature in Fahrenheit and Celsius. I created these in black and white because, if your school is like my school, the color copier is off-limits! : ) Includes two sheets of just Fahrenheit (one easy and another more difficult), one of just Celsius, one of either one or the other, and one where they need to list the temperature in both measurements. Includes the answer keys, of course! Click here for

Perfect for bulletin boards or a Scientist of the Month poster. Just print and go!Each poster is 8 1/2" x 11". Contains a diverse group of 10 men and 10 women scientists with a summary of their education and accomplishments. Also includes a title card for bulletin boards and a crossword puzzle activity. Display the posters around the classroom and let your students complete the puzzle using information gathered from each poster. Click here for these posters without the crossword puzzle. These

Print and go!Includes a crossword puzzle with an optional word bank, a word search and answer keys for both. Perfect for early finishers, brain breaks, or test review. Each puzzle covers these 20 vocabulary words: AtomAttractBatteryCircuitClosedConductorElectromagnetElectronFieldGeneratorInsulatorMagnetismNucleusNeutronOpenParallelPoleProtonRepelSeries

Print and go!Includes a crossword puzzle with an optional word bank, a word search and answer keys for both. Perfect for early finishers or test review. Each puzzle covers these 24 vocabulary words AnemometerBarometerCirrus ClimateCloudsCondensationConvection CellsCoriolis EffectCumulusEvaporationGround WaterGulf Stream High Pressure SystemJet stream Low Pressure SystemPrecipitationRain gauge Run Off StratusThermometerTranspirationWeatherWind Vane Aligns with North Carolina Standard Course of

A terrific value! Regularly $2.00 each, get the entire bundle for $5.00!This bundle combines 4 sets for a year's worth of vocabulary cards. Each unit is color-coded for easy sorting. Great for word walls, word ladders, stations, or however you teach vocabulary. Covers frequently used words in these subject areas: -Human Body-Genetics-Weather-Water Cycle-Matter-Heat Transfer-Forces & Motion-EcosystemsAligns with North Carolina Standard Course of Study and many other states. I love FEEDBACK! And

May The Force Be With You as you teach Forces & Motion! Start with these 9 words and definitions for their science notebooks. The 36-slide PowerPoint also includes a brief discussion of how students use forces and friction in everyday life, an embedded video about momentum, plus an optional review quiz at the end. Covers: -Force -Gravity -Friction -Speed -Velocity -Momentum -Acceleration -Deceleration -Inertia I've been using this for years but recently updated the images to include The M

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Yes, it's 41 questions! : ) Yes, your students will complain! : ) However, when I point out the end-of-year test is 75 questions, they see the connection. Students need to build stamina for the test, and they need to be comfortable with switching topics every few questions. This quiz helps with both areas. I assign this as homework for the weekend (for the only time all year!) before testing begins and spend the next day or two reviewing the quiz in class. Covers-Matter -Heat Transfer -Human B

Print and go!Four crossword and word search combos bundled together. Each contains a crossword puzzle with an optional word bank, a word search and answer keys for both. Covers: -Weather & Water Cycle -Ecosystems -Matter, Heat Transfer and Forces & Motion -Human Body Aligns with North Carolina Standard Course of Study and many other states.

A great value, regularly $2.50 each. Now less than $1.50 each!5 full games with 25 editable questions per game! Also includes 6-category year-end review game. Regular games cover -Forces & Motion -Ecosystems -Human Body -Matter -Weather Aligns with North Carolina Standard Course of Study and many other states.

Use these cards to review vocabulary on a word ladder or word wall. The bright illustrations and straight-forward definitions enhance student retention and help reach different learning styles. There are 2 cards on each 8 1/2x11 sheet, covering LatitudeslongitudesEquatorPrime MeridianTropic of CancerTropic of CapricornCardinal DirectionsIntermediate DirectionsNorthern HemisphereSouthern HemispherePolitical MapPhysical MapRelief MapElevation MapRoad MapHistorical MapClimate MapEconomic MapInterse

Perfect for bulletin boards or a Scientist of the Month poster. Just print and go!Each poster is 8 1/2" x 11". The collection is a diverse group of 10 men and 10 women scientists with a summary of their education and accomplishments. Also includes a title card for bulletin boards. These have been great conversation starters in my classroom. These scientists are slightly more modern (Sorry, Archimedes!) and have more relatable accomplishments. They've been a source of inspiration for my students

I had to make this one with a green background! Perfect for test prep! Let your students play individually or in teams. 25 editable questions and answers in 5 categories: -Vocabulary -Ecosystem Parts -Energy Flow -Name That Biome -Food Webs Aligns with North Carolina Standard Course of study and many other states.

Ready to print and go!These puzzles are a fun way to learn about and review the rock cycle. To enhance retention, 16 key vocabulary words are hidden in the word search 2 times. Includes a crossword puzzle with optional word bank, word search puzzle and answer keys. Great for fast finishers, brain breaks, sub plans, and morning work! Covers: CementationCompactionCompoundCycleDepositionErosionIgneousLavaMagmaMetamorphicMineralRockSedimentaryStrataVolcanoWeatheringI appreciate FEEDBACK!And you earn

Step-by-step instructions for students to complete four different Forces & Motion graphs: Acceleration, Constant Speed, Deceleration, and No Motion. Distribute graph paper, project the instructions onto a whiteboard and build the graphs along with the students. Six multiple-choice questions are included after the graphing exercise. I've been using this PowerPoint for years with great success. Students enjoy the hands-on approach to learning about graphs. I love FEEDBACK! And you earn CRE

Includes a crossword puzzle with an optional word bank (arranged 3 per sheet to save paper), a word search and answer keys for both. Designed in full color but prints well in black and white. Perfect for early finishers or test review. Each puzzle covers the following words: BiodegradableCompostEarthEmissionsEnvironmentLandfillLightsMetalOrganicPlasticPollutionRecycleReduceRenewableReuseSolarWaterWind

I use these cards on a word ladder to review vocabulary at the start of almost every class. My students love the bright illustrations and straight-forward definitions. There are 2 cards on each 8 1/2x11 sheet, covering AtomAttractBatteryCircuitOpen CircuitClosed CircuitParallel CircuitSeries CircuitConductorElectromagnetProtonNeutronElectronNucleusGeneratorMagnetic FieldInsulatorMagnetismPole RepelLet me know if you have any additional words for this unit and I'll gladly add them!

Print and go!Combines three topics--Matter, Heat Transfer and Forces & Motion--for test prep. Includes the crossword puzzle with an optional word bank, a word search and answer keys for both. Each puzzle covers 21 vocabulary words: AccelerationChemicalConductionContractionConvectionDecelerationDensityExpansionForceFrictionGravityInertiaInsulationMassMatterMomentumPhysicalRadiationSpeedVelocityVolumeAligns with North Carolina Standard Course of Study and many other states.

Fully editable in MS Word! Personalize each award by typing student names or write them in by hand. These look best on thicker card stock or fancy awards paper. Includes full color plus black and white designs, plus a blank award for your custom certificate. I tried to keep the designs simple so they won't drain my ink cartridges! 14 unique awards to recognize student achievement in science: Atomic EnergySuper ScientistMicroscopeScientist of the YearMad ScientistScience Fair - 1st, 2nd, 3rd