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Common Core 6.SP.B.5 laboratories
Middle School/Upper Elementary Scientific Method and STEM Fair Unit
This unit was designed as a way to incorporate STEM into a more traditional Science Fair model with connections to STEM careers. Students are encouraged to choose a topic that they are deeply interested in and they learn how to connect scientific thinking to concepts outside of science class. They are also introduced to future STEM careers and community resources. The unit is directly aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and the Common Core.
In order to help students achieve t
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4th - 11th
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Spring into Statistics Data Displays and Measures of Center Lab
This is a hands-on lab that teaches about Statistical Questions, Data Displays (dot/line plot, histograms, box plots) and Measures of Center (mean, median, mode, and range). The lab includes notes pages, examples with answer keys, and a final project in which the student can survey classmates and create a "flower" by using their data to find mean, median, mode, range. They will also create a box plot, histogram and dot plot.
Mini Science Fair Project: Surface Tension Lab
This product was created for a classroom science lab designed to be used to introduce students to the scientific method and to doing a "real" Science Fair Project. It includes all parts of the scientific method and the Science Fair components. The experiment includes a blank lab sheet, detailed, step-by-step instructions for completing the lab, a data sheet, instructions for writing a science report, lab "slips" for grading participation in the lab, and an diagram for helping to set up a displa
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Scientific Method Bundle
Skittle Radiometric Decay Half-life Lab
Did you know you can use Skittles candy to demonstrate absolute dating and radiometric decay! Buy a 1-4 lb bag at your local bulk warehouse store for savings. This lab is a great way to show how isotopes decay by shaking a plate full of random skittles. Students use Skittles to observe "Isotopes" decay over each half life. At the end of the lab (and only IF they have done all their work) they can enjoy their "daughter products". Skittles were used because they are durable, hypoallergenic, and th
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-8
, HS-PS1-1
, HS-PS1-4
, HS-PS1-6
, MS-PS1-4
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Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Exploring Tides. Graphing Data and Patterns Project
This activity helps students to see the connection between the moon phases and the height of Tides. In this activity students are required to graph the height of the highest tides and the lowest tides of each day given. Then they compare that with the calendar for the new and full moons. The patterns help them discover the relationship between moon phases and tides. Excellent reinforcer of graphing skills with a science connection.
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5th - 9th
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Basketball Statistics Project
Description: Engage your middle school students in the exciting world of basketball while reinforcing math and data analysis skills with this interactive Basketball Stats Project! This comprehensive resource is designed to captivate students' interest in both sports and mathematics, making learning both fun and meaningful.Take your students to the gym or outdoor playground hoop and they'll collect data on "How many baskets can ___ graders make in 60 seconds?" (the template is set to sixth grade
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5th - 8th
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Best Ever Bird Beak Lesson
Students will enjoy participating in this engaging exploration that helps them understand the diversity of the animal kingdom and the concept of adaptation. They will mimic the feeding habits of birds with various types of beaks to learn how species have adapted to their environments. Options allow the lesson to be extended through the grade levels from primary to middle school and into math, technology, and engineering for a full S.T.E.M. experience.
Grades:
K - 6th
NGSS:
3-LS4-3
, 3-LS3-2
, 3-LS3-1
, MS-LS4-6
Drop Zone: Parachute Design Project-Based Learning Lab
This highly adaptable investigation will engage students of many ages and levels. Options for primary, upper elementary, and middle school are included. This is a true STEM lab that incorporates the science, technology engineering, and math components. Common, inexpensive, and easily available materials make this an easy lab to teach yet it produces maximum learning and engagement in your classroom. NGSS and Common Core Math Standards alignment are included in this "STEM on a Shoestring Budget"
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1st - 8th
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Ecosystems: Student Activities for Middle School
Science addresses questions about the natural and material world. These activities explore these connections in more depth. Students will examine how forces interact with and disrupt nature. There are 5 activities that cover 11 days of work. The activities include research, writing, a lab, digital presentation, and data collection. In addition to the CCSS & NGSS standards listed, it covers ISTE standards: 1.2.a, 1.2.c, 1.3.a-d, 1.4.a-d, 1.5.a-d, 1.6.b-d, 1.7.a-d. This is a varied set of act
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Also included in: Ecosystems Middle School Unit
Fidget Spinners: Math in Motion
If a fidget spinner is better at holding a student’s interest than my math lesson, it’s not the fidget spinner than needs to go! Let’s use them to help the students see the math in their everyday life math in a fun and engaging way. Students will gather and interpret data, convert measurements of time, graph data, and even use online software if you wish.As a “S.T.E.M. in Action” lesson, you’ll find all four components of a true S.T.E.M. curriculum represented.Science — Students design an experi
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6th - 9th
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Cone Zone: A Comprehensive S.T.E.A.M. Activity
Students will design a cone-shaped descent chute for a planetary landing craft to optimize stability and minimize speed in this engaging lesson. This activity lends itself to student scientists of many ages. Young learners will benefit from simply creating the cones and testing their effectiveness. Older students can use spreadsheets that they create to analyze the data on a much more sophisticated level.
Grades:
5th - 9th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-3
Math Lab Theoretical and Experimental Probability
Welcome to Kindly Pass the Math! * The following Math Lab is offered as an experimental approach to the relationship between Theoretical and Experimental Probability.A brief explanation defining both Theoretical Probability and Experimental Probability.* Students are introduced to the common terms used in probability calculations: Trial, Outcome, Event.* Students draw chips or marbles from a container and record their results on the Data Recording Sheets provided in the lab. * The lab pro
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7th - 10th, Adult Education
Middle School Physical Science Lab Activities
This is a collection of lab activities based on the Next Generation Science Standards for a middle school science classroom. Some, if not all, of these activities are both suitable for in the classroom and at home.
Standards included are;
MS-PS1-1
MS-PS1-2
MS-PS2-4
MS-PS3-5
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Circulation Learning Package for Middle School Science (Distance Learning)
The Circulation Learning Package for Middle School Science introduces students to basic concepts involving human circulation and immunity. The contents of the package includes reading and writing activities, lab activities, completion notes with an associated PowerPoint, as well as 5 bell ringer activities with answers in PowerPoint format. The 50 pages of student activities will facilitate student engagement and understanding. All materials are highly editable to meet your needs. With th
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Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS3-2
Exploring Potential/Kinetic Energy_Helicopter Lab
A GREAT introductory activity to potential and kinetic energy with a full review of scientific variables!
Grades 6-8
NGSS Standards :
MS-PS3-2. Develop a model to describe that when the arrangement of
objects interacting at a distance changes, different amounts of potential
energy are stored in the system.
MS-PS3-5. Construct, use, and present arguments to support the claim
that when the kinetic energy of an obj
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6th - 8th
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The Hunger Games Lesson Plan
MS-LS4-6: Use mathematical representations to support explanations of how natural selection may lead to increases and decreases of specific traits in populations over time.Driving Question:How can we observe evolution through natural selection in the classroom?Anchoring Phenomenon:Our population varies in its feeding abilities (forks, tweezers, and spoons). Our food source has become limited to beans. Over several generations, which traits will increase in the population, and which traits will d
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8th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-LS4-3
, MS-LS4-6
What is the Greenhouse Effect?
This science experiment is a terrific way to visualize the greenhouse gas effect and begin discussions about human-induced climate change. Complete with both teacher and student versions, this lesson can be used as a demonstration or as a group experiment, based on your needs. A Spanish version of this experiment is also available in my store!
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6th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
¿Qué es el efecto invernadero? (What is the Greenhouse Effect?)
This is a terrific way to visualize the greenhouse gas effect and begin discussions about human-induced climate change. Both teacher and student versions of this lesson are written in Spanish. For an English version of this lesson, please visit my store!
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6th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
STATA software Secondary Data Analysis
This handout is intended for those interested in teaching/learning basic introductory statistics concepts to analyze real data. Students will learn how to tell a story using secondary data analysis. The handout is for STATA software and the US Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health data set. For handouts on setting up an account, the data set code book and raw data file, a PowerPoint to accompany the handout, or questions please email kristin.flaming@gmail.com or ldierker@wesleyan.edu.This
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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