STEM Explorers Science Resources

Order Out of Chaos is a low-prep, hands-on activity that introduces students to the Periodic Table of Elements without ever directly mentioning it. This activity involves classification, patterns, and systems of organization using familiar materials like playing cards or Pokemon cards. Working with a partner, students design and refine a multi-level sorting system, learning how rules, categories, and structure help make sense of complex information. Students practice organizing information usin

Help your middle school students master mechanical advantage with this print-and-go, differentiated resource! Focused on Levers, Pulleys, Inclined Planes, and Wheel & Axles, these worksheets are perfect for students just being introduced to simple machines. What’s included:Editable format: Easily adjust numbers, problems, or wording to fit your classroom.Two worksheets: Level 1 includes the MA equations for guided practice; Level 2 has more questions without equations for independent challen

Hypothesis Review Quiz – 10 Questions, 10 PointsTest and reinforce student's understanding of hypothesis concepts with this self-grading 10-question quiz! Designed to review the main ideas of what a hypothesis is, this quiz emphasizes distinguishing between null and alternative hypotheses. Each question is written to help students think critically and apply their knowledge, making it an ideal tool for practice, review, or assessment. Perfect for middle or high school science classes, it’s q

Speed Equation Practice Problems (Speed = Distance ÷ Time)This worksheet gives students practice applying the speed equation in a variety of ways. With 10 practice problems, students will solve for speed, distance, and time—keeping them engaged and encouraging deeper understanding of the relationship between the three variables. The problems are mixed in order so students can’t just memorize a process; they need to think critically about which calculation to use. An answer key is included for

Work, Force, and Distance Practice Problems WorksheetThis worksheet gives students practice using the work equation ( W = F × d) to solve real-world science problems. It includes 5 practice problems with clear formatting and the equation provided at the top for easy reference. An answer key is included for quick grading or self-checking. Perfect as a class assignment, homework, review activity, or bell ringer in any physical science or introductory physics class.

This self-grading Google Forms quiz is designed to help them practice distinguishing between qualitative observations, quantitative observations, and inferences. Students will read a series of statements and decide whether each one represents a qualitative observation, a quantitative observation, or an inference. This ready-to-use digital quiz provides instant feedback and automatically grades student responses, saving you time while reinforcing an important science skill. Covers: Qualitative v

Help your students master the foundation of experimental design with this quick and effective Identifying Variables Quiz! Designed for middle school science students, this assessment challenges learners to analyze simple experiment scenarios and correctly identify the independent variable (IV), dependent variable (DV), and controlled variables (CVs). Perfect as a formative check, exit ticket, or review activity, this quiz can be used digitally (Google Forms compatible) or printed for in-class

This no-prep digital escape room about Earth’s spheres is designed using Google Forms to create an engaging breakout room experience for your students. They solve multiple-choice and short answer questions with built-in response validation to unlock each section and progress through key vocabulary like biosphere, geosphere, and cryosphere. Perfect for remote, blended, modern classroom, or in-person learning, this activity is easy to assign and self-paced.

Name that Phase! Moon Phases Google Slides Bell Ringer or Exit Ticket with Key Students identify phases of the moon with corresponding photos. Separate student slides from key, then assign to students in Google Classroom for a simple bell ringer or exit ticket activity! Thank you!

This worksheet provides five practice problems on scientific notation along with a complete answer key for easy grading. It’s a quick and effective resource for bell ringers, exit tickets, or extra practice to help students build confidence with scientific notation. Ideal for middle or high school math classes, this worksheet can be used as a standalone activity or as part of a larger lesson. Follow my store to discover more ready-to-use resources and activities like this one!

This listing is for a matching assignment on Google Slides where students match five of Earth's "spheres" (atmosphere, biosphere, cryosphere, geosphere, and hydrosphere) with their correct definitions. Perfect as a bell ringer to use after teaching this lesson! Answer key included.

This is a Google Slides presentation and interactive notes for a 30 minute "Scientific Tools" lesson for 4th-8th grade general science instruction. Slideshow includes 5 slides covering some basic scientific tools, including: rulers, meter sticks, compasses, thermometers, scales, graduated cylinders, beakers, binoculars, telescopes, wind vanes, and anemometers. Includes animations and working video links. Also included are interactive notes for students to follow along with the "Scientific Tool

Bundle Instructions: This is a slideshow and interactive note bundle for a simple, low-prep experiment to teach the Scientific Method.  Bundle includes 15 Google Slides that cover the Scientific Method and student notes that go with the slideshow. Students fill-in-the-blank with underlined words in the slideshow. Also included are lab report notes for the experiment, “Testing the Strength of Paper Pillars.” This experiment can be viewed at the following YouTube link:  https://youtu.be/9Bhl8HkmCz

This is the slideshow and scaffolded notes for the beginning of the year questions, "What is Science?" and "What are different types of science?" Students Think-Pair-Share in their notes, and their answers are recorded on the Smart/Promethean Board within the slideshow. The types of scientists students identify are then sorted into the three branches of science: Earth, Life and Physical. 10 slides and 2 pages of interactive notes. Can be edited to fit curriculum needs.