Science independent work packets under $5

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Earth Day, Earth Sciences, Spring

NGSS:

MS-LS3-2

Also included in: Genetics Unit & Heredity Bundle For Middle School - Digital and Print

Earth Day ELA Activities Word Search Crossword Environmental Science Worksheets

Created by

Promoting Success

You will download an Earth Day ELA activities packet for your 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, and 7th grade students to practice environmental science vocabulary words. The fun Earth Day ELA activities include a word search, crossword puzzle, word scramble, writing definitions and matching, and crack the code worksheets. You will also receive a bonus crossword puzzle with a different word bank for easy differentiation. These Earth Day ELA activities work well for your environmental science earl

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Independent Work Packet

Classification Lab on Dichotomous Keys - Classification of Living Things

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In this dichotomous key classification lab activity, students will rotate through stations using 3 different dichotomous keys in order to classify 27 different invertebrates and vertebrates. As students become masters of classification keys, they will have fun exploring the classification of living things. All pictures and diagrams needed for the activity are included.Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student handouts can be printed or used in the paperless d

Subjects:

Laboratory, Independent Work Packet

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

, RST.6-8.4

NGSS:

MS-LS4-2

Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms

Population Ecology Lab Simulation - Modeling Population Growth

Created by

Biology, Environment, Science

This guided inquiry graphing activity (both printable and digital) involves the student in a study of the growth rate of a rabbit population. The student assumes the role of a scientist to determine the birth rate, mortality rate, growth rate, and total population size of the rabbit population over a 20 year period. The data is plotted on a graph where the student will clearly see the initial exponential growth of the population followed by logistic growth. The activity will reinforce the conce

Subjects:

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

Simulations, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

...

NGSS:

MS-LS2-4

, MS-LS2-1

, HS-LS2-1

, HS-LS2-2

Also included in: Population Ecology Bundle

Protein Synthesis Translation Activity

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This activity is designed to help our students master the concepts of transcription and translation. The details of these concepts are very difficult for many of our students. This activity provides a visual method of teaching students how the information stored in DNA produces traits and characteristics in living organisms. Using a DNA template, students will transcribe mRNA, and translate the information to create a “mystery organism.” Choose to use the traditional printable version, or the p

Subjects:

Laboratory, Independent Work Packet

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

Informational Text, Reading, Science

, RST.9-10.3

NGSS:

HS-LS3-1

, MS-LS3-1

Also included in: DNA, RNA, Protein Synthesis Bundle

Fossils Reading Comprehension Passages Paired 3rd 4th 5th Grade ELA Test Prep

Created by

Think Grow Giggle

Reading comprehension passages and questions about fossils like these will engage and help build comprehension skills and help them learn science content, too! Each reading comprehension passage includes close reading activities that require students to return to the text to find the answers.Close reading anchor charts are also included to help your students understand the text more deeply.Included are 3, high-interest two-page articles on the same topic to help your students understand how diff

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Printables, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RI.3.1

, RI.3.3

, RI.3.4

, RI.3.5

, RI.3.7

...

NGSS:

3-LS4-1

Also included in: Nonfiction Close Reading Passages Anchor Chart 3rd 4th 5th Grade ELA Test Prep

Scientific Method Homework Worksheets

Created by

Basic Principles, General Science, Science

This printable or digital worksheet on the steps of the scientific method is packed with problem solving and critical thinking examples and problems. Questions cover hypothesis, control and experimental groups, independent and dependent variables. In given scenarios, students will identify the independent and dependent variables. There are questions of varying difficulty levels, ranging from simple to complex. The student will do more than just list the steps of the scientific method. Student w

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Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing

Cladogram Activity - Classification of Living things

Created by

Basic Principles, Biology, Science

This printable or digital problem solving activity teaches students how to build a cladogram and reinforces the important concepts of cladistics to your biology or life science students in grades 8-12. I use this activity when teaching my unit on classification and taxonomy, but it would also be appropriate to use during your lessons on evolution and natural selection. Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student handouts can be printed or used in the paperless

Subjects:

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

Laboratory, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RST.6-8.4

, RST.6-8.7

, RST.6-8.8

NGSS:

HS-LS4-1

, MS-LS4-2

Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms

Dichotomous Key Activity

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This hands-on (printable and digital) activity will ensure that your students become experts on using and building dichotomous classification keys. Students will first use an included classification key to identify the leaves of cone bearing plants, followed by a second activity that requires students to construct their own key to classify 12 different primates.Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student handouts can be printed or used in the paperless digital

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

, RST.9-10.3

Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms

Predator Prey Relationships Reading and Graphing Activity - Community Ecology

Created by

Biology, Environment, Science

Students will dive into a reading activity on predator prey relationships, followed by a graphing activity that uses historical data from the Hudson Bay Company on lynx and rabbit populations over a 90 year period. Perfect for population ecology or community ecology units, this activity reinforces graphing skills and uses analysis questions to get students using their critical thinking skills. Students will gain practice analyzing data and using graphs to make predictions. Choose to use the trad

Subjects:

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

RST.9-10.1

, RST.9-10.5

, RST.9-10.7

NGSS:

MS-LS2-2

, HS-LS2-1

, HS-LS2-8

Also included in: Biology Curriculum Full Year Bundle

Dichotomous Classification Key Activity

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This printable or digital resource is a classification key to a "crazy" animal kingdom of cartoon animals and is perfect for the younger scientists! The simple pictures and key are designed for students learning to use a dichotomous key for the first time. Students are given pictures of some mixed up "animals" and will use the key to find out the name of the animal. There are follow up and analysis questions. Finally, students will write and construct their own classification key to classify

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms

Cell Cellular Transport Osmosis Diffusion Worksheet Membranes, Active & Passive

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Students will review transport across cellular membranes, such as active transport, passive transport, osmosis, diffusion, concentration gradients, cytolysis, plasmolysis, hypertonic, isotonic, hypotonic, facilitated diffusion, and transport proteins. This printable and digital "Transport Across Membranes Practice Problem Worksheet" will provide the practice students need to master these concepts. Students will label drawings and answer critical thinking questions about cellular transport.Both

Subjects:

Biology, Science

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science

CCSS:

NGSS:

MS-LS1-2

Also included in: Cell Structure and Function Bundle Cell Organelles Cellular Transport Cells

Geology Informational Text Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Earth Science

Created by

Teaching to the Middle

This bundle provides several articles on the different topics on geology. The articles include: Fossils, Erosion, Minerals, Rocks, Layers of the Earth, and Water Cycle. There is a bonus file on Rainbows. Each product has an article and comprehension questions (more details below). INCLUDES:-Fossils- 20 Total Questions- Identify and Multiple Choice-Erosion- 22 Total Questions- Identify and Short Answer-Minerals- 21 Total Questions- Identify and Multiple Choice-Rocks- 21 Total Questions- Identify

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Worksheets, Printables, Independent Work Packet

Dichotomous Classification Key for Insects and Arthropods

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Science students of all ages love to use a classification key to identify organisms. Students begin this activity by using the included dichotomous key to determine the scientific names of 12 insects. In the second part of the activity, students must designed their own key to identity 5 different arthropods. Analysis and follow up questions are included. This activity is suited for scientists in grades 4 - 7. Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student hand

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

Anatomy, Biology, Vocabulary

, RST.6-8.4

Human Body Systems Science Crossword Puzzle Skeletal Digestive Nervous 5th Grade

Created by

Promoting Success

You will receive one human body systems crossword puzzle packet for your 5th grade, 6th grade, or 7th grade science students to research and review the muscular, skeletal, digestive, respiratory, immune, lymphatic, integumentary, circulatory, nervous, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive system. This human body systems worksheets packet includes:vocabulary word bankword scramblematching definitionscrack the codeword searchcrossword 1A on one pagecrossword 1B on two pagescrossword 2 on one pagean

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Independent Work Packet

Also included in: Human Body Systems Project Worksheets 5th Grade Science Interactive Notebook

Graphing Practice Activity - Science Line Graphs, Data Analysis and Graphing

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Graphing is a fundamental "must-have" skill in a science class. These practice problems will provide your students with a solid foundation and/or review of the basics of constructing line graphs. Further, students will practice analyzing data and using graphs to make predictions. If applicable to your teaching situation, you can have students complete their work in a digital Google Apps format. What is included in this resource?Editable and Printable 3-page student handoutPaperless Digital Vers

Subjects:

Graphing, Math, Science

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

, RST.9-10.3

Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing

Habitat and Niche Practice

Created by

Biology, Environment, Science

Biology students often struggle with the differences between an organism's habitat and its niche. In this printable, editable, and digital practice worksheet, students will first determine the habitat of a variety of living organisms, then match an organism to its niche. Second, students will observe included photographs to determine the habitat/niche of each. This resource provides a thoughtful homework or classwork assignment during your units on ecology to ensure that your students have a sol

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RST.6-8.4

, RST.9-10.4

, RST.11-12.4

Also included in: Introduction to Ecology Bundle

Nutritional Health Worksheets - What's On My Plate?

Created by

Innovative Teacher

These worksheets can be valuable tools for teaching kids about nutrition, physical activity, and making better food choices. To encourage healthy and happy students, I have used these worksheets every year in my classroom. Here's a brief overview of each worksheet and its potential benefits:What’s On My Plate Worksheet:This worksheet helps students visualize the four food groups (fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein) and dairy.Encourages students to create balanced and healthy meals by cuttin

Subjects:

Health, Science

Grades:

PreK - 1st

Types:

Fossils Virtual Field Trip Rock Cycle Earth Science Digital Version

Created by

TeachWithBri

Don't just teach about rocks in Earth Science, the rock cycle, with fossils, how they are formed, and earth science- EXPERIENCE IT with this interactive Virtual Field Trip! Students can explore all about fossils and how they are formed and learn all about them with different ready to go tasks and activities.Take a Virtual Field trip with:360 VR Tour of fossil museumVideo to learn all about fossilsExplore different types of fossils up close with website linksRead about the fossilsWatch a video ab

Subjects:

Earth Sciences, Geology, Science

Grades:

4th - 12th, Higher Education

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Independent Work Packet

Also included in: Geology and Rock Cycle Virtual Field Trip discount Bundle digital

Dinosaur Pattern Block Mat Printables & Worksheets

Created by

A Thinker's Toolbox

These Dinosaur Pattern Block Puzzles and Worksheets offer an engaging and educational experience, integrating math, science, and writing for students. With a focus on popular dinosaurs like T-Rex, pterodactyl, stegosaurus, apatosaurus (brontosaurus), and velociraptor, these resources are designed to accommodate various grade levels and learning needs. Here's a detailed breakdown of what you can expect:Dinosaur Puzzles:Easy Puzzles: Ideal for Pre-K and Kindergarten students, these puzzles provide

Subjects:

Math, Science, Writing

Grades:

PreK - 3rd

Types:

CCSS:

K.CC.A.3

, K.MD.A.2

, K.G.A.2

, K.G.B.6

, CCRA.L.2

NGSS:

2-LS4-1

5th-6th Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions. Science - Set 5/5

Created by

Maria Ross

* This resource has (3) FILLABLE science reading comprehension passages for 5th & 6th graders (9 worksheets in total, spread throughout 42 pages with full answer keys). The passages will stimulate your students’ interests and pique their curiosity through science-related lessons. These lessons are COMPLETELY FILLABLE and VERY SUITABLE FOR GOOGLE CLASSROOM. *** Click here for a cost-effective (PDF) Version of this set **** The lessons are:1. The Dark Chamber2. Contact Lenses3. Bioluminescence

Subjects:

Informational Text, Reading, Science

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

RI.5.1

, RI.5.2

, RI.5.4

, RI.5.10

, RI.6.1

...

Also included in: Science Reading Comprehension Passages (FILLABLE Bundle) 5th - 6th Grade

Biology Prefixes and Suffixes

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What's in a Name? (A Study of Biological Prefixes and Suffixes.) Master the science vocabulary! Do not let the science vocabulary master you! This is a familiar topic in my science classroom. The new vocabulary words in a first year life science or biology class can be overwhelming. However, many of the vocabulary words contain either a prefix or a suffix that will help the student understand the meaning of the word. With a general knowledge of these prefixes and suffixes, a beginner to the

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 11th

Types:

Earth Sciences, Reading, Winter

Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing

Polar Bears Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 1st 2nd Grade

Created by

Jason's Online Classroom

This polar bears themed main idea and details resource includes 10 polar bear themed reading passages for primary grades in two different versions. Each passage includes a simplified multiple choice version and an expanded writing response version for differentiated learning.Polar Bear Passages Include:- Polar Bears Adapt- Keeping Warm- Sea Bears- Polar Bears as Hunters- New Born Cubs- Growing Cubs- Leaving the Den- Learning to Survive- On Their Own- Polar Bear HabitatAll content is in black an

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 3rd

Types:

Unit Plans, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

CCSS:

...

Also included in: Primary Reading Comprehension Passages & Activities Bundle

Introduction to Cells Close Reading Packet

Created by

The Trendy Science Teacher

Introduction to Cells Close Reading Packet- Print & Digital Provide your Biology students with a basic understanding of the history of cell theory with this 9 page, no prep, INTRODUCTION TO CELLS CLOSE READING PACKET. Use as an introduction to your cell unit or to provide review and reinforcement. This packet would also make a GREAT sub assignment!Need a digital option? No problem! I have included a Google Slides version of this packet, making this resource PERFECT for distance learning, onl

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