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Science Common Core 3.MD.B.3 resources
Fidget Spinner STEM Challenge Activities and Science Experiment
The ORIGINAL Fidget Spinner Stem Challenge & Science Lab! Discover the science of fidget spinners with this engaging and low-prep STEM activity. Practice scientific method with an exploration of variables, data collection, graphing, mean/average, and more...all while having fun!This self-paced, fidget spinner activity is print-and-go. Each activity sheet guides students through the project. STEM Challenge Overview:Students will use the included visual directions, graphic organizers, chart
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3rd - 6th
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Natural Selection and Adaptations: Complete Unit with Reading Passages
A highly engaging NGSS aligned unit covering natural selection and adaptations. Students will enjoy the interesting reading passages based on scientific phenomena that are given as a central theme to each lesson. Reading comprehension questions are aligned with ELA standards. Also included are several fun, engaging activities that students will enjoy while gaining a deeper understanding of the content. Students sharpen their math skills by graphing data and analyzing results. Students also u
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS4-4
Also included in: 3rd and 4th Grade Science Bundle (NGSS Aligned)
Carnival Theme Activities | End of Year Theme Day | End of the Year Activities
Carnival activities for an entire day of engaging lessons are all planned out for you with this fun product! Carnival activities for reading, writing, language, social studies, science, and math are all included! Your students will LOVE all the hands-on activities and the now included digital version. You will love having meaningful, standards-based activities AND an entire day of instruction planned out for you! This product is perfect to use at the end of the school year, in conjunction with y
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in: May Activities | End of Year
Weather and Climate Patterns & Weather Graphs and Charts 3-ESS2-1. & 3-ESS2-2.
Weather and Climate for Third Grade Students will learn about weather patterns and make weather graphs and weather charts. They will learn about forecasting the weather based on patterns. Students will design a solution to protect against natural hazards like floods or mudslides. This resource is designed to meet the NGSS for 3rd Grade Weather and Climate.This resource aligns with the NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas of Weather and Climate, Natural Hazards, and Earth's Systems. This NGSS unit is com
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3rd
NGSS:
3-ESS3-1
, 3-ESS2-1
, 3-ESS2-2
Sports Themed Activities | End of Year Theme Day | Summer Games | The Olympics
Sports activities for an entire day of engaging lessons are all planned out for you with this fun product! Sports activities for reading, writing, language, social studies, science, and math are all included!Your students will LOVE all the hands-on activities and the now included digital version. You will love having meaningful, standards-based activities AND an entire day of instruction planned out for you! This product is perfect to use at the end of the school year, in conjunction with major
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3rd - 5th
Also included in: April Activities | Spring Science Units
Weather NGSS ESS2: pictographs, bar graphs, forecasting, predictions, posters
Weather Bar Graphs and Pictographs for observing, analyzing and interpreting data! This package is both printable and digital (for Seesaw AND Google Classroom.) NGSS ESS2: Earth's Systems. Look at typical weather patterns, use data to make predictions, and consider connections to seasons!Printable 30 pages* Weather Forecast Worksheets (3 versions) *What is a Pictograph definition (2 versions) *Read the Pictographs worksheets *Meteorologist Fact Sheet (also with practice pictograph) *Pictograph P
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2nd - 6th
Data Trackers for Students - Printables for student data folders or binders
If you are looking for ways for students to track their iStation, I-Ready, NWEA MAP, unit tests, and any other district or state assessments then this product is for you. Reading bar graphs and organizing data are math standards in every state. So not only are students able to keep track of their data but they are learning or reviewing important math standards as well. All the pages are fully editable on PPT so that you can adjust them based on your students needs, scores and assessments. Whethe
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Data Trackers for Students and Teachers - Bundle | Editable
Ecosystems (3rd grade Common Core & Next Generation Science Standards)
Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems
Hands on fun! Play games, build models, investigate habitats, measure trees, study water pollution and meet standards.
Student workbook is filled with reading activities, higher level questions, word flap books, graphic organizers and worksheets (61 pages).
Teacher’s edition contains eight complete lesson plans with background information and instructions for outdoor/sports court games and hands-on science activities.
Next Generation Science Stand
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2nd - 4th
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3rd Grade NGSS Weather and Climate Unit
This unit includes resources for providing scientific input about weather and climate, along with close readings, math activities, and science labs.Resources for Input:- Unit essential question- Inquiry chart printable- 7 observation chart photos- Printable CCD and teacher samples- The Important Thing About Weather and Climate Big Book (1 title page, 7 content pages, 6 pages of pictures)- PPT version of the big book- Super Scientist Awards- 4 pictorial and/or comparative input charts to project
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3rd
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NGSS:
3-ESS3-1
, 3-ESS2-1
, 3-ESS2-2
Also included in: 3rd Grade NGSS Science Unit Bundle
Plant Growth and Changes, Inquiry
Explore plant growth and changes in a hands-on and fun way with your students in this inquiry-based unit! Learn about plant growth, life cycles, and the needs of living things in this exciting, inquiry-based unit. First, students will learn foundational information and vocabulary about plants through two teacher-led activities and lessons. Next, students will participate in three engaging plant growth projects to experience plant growth and changes firsthand.What’s Included in this Plant Growth
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2nd - 4th
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NGSS:
2-LS2-1
Also included in: Grade 3 Science Lessons BUNDLE, Digital and Printable
Types of Graphs Posters
Looking for simple but effective visuals for types of graphs? This poster set will look great in your classroom and give students a quick reference guide for selecting the appropriate type of graph for their data.Included:✔ One multi-color set with black background. ✔ One multi-color set with white background. Each set includes a poster for Data Chart, Bar Graph, Histogram, Pie Chart, Line Graph, Tally Chart, Frequency Table, & Pictograph.Each poster includes a description of when each graph
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Reading and Interpreting Graphs Activities Bundle
Life Cycle of an Apple | Johnny Appleseed Facts | Parts of an Apple
Teaching about apples in your classroom? Look no further than this standards-based learning packet all about apples! You will love the low prep, meaningful activities. Students will love all the engaging activities included! PRODUCT INCLUDES:Apples "are, can, have" brainstorming chartApple facts reading passage and comprehension questionsParts of an apple diagram (color and back and white)Parts of an apple cut and paste activity pageLife cycle of an apple wheelApple structures and functions pu
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2nd - 3rd
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Also included in: September Activities to Use Throughout the Month
3rd Grade Objective Posters
This pack includes an objective poster for each common core math and reading standard, as well as science and social studies standards for the state of Tennessee!
Ways to use posters:
- Hole punch and put on binder rings by subject and hang on thumb tacks on a bulletin board (as pictured). This makes for an easy way to flip standards each day or week!
- Put page protectors on a bulletin board and switch out the standards each day/week.
- Hang posters up with magnets on the white board.
Po
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3rd
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3rd Grade NGSS Science Unit Bundle
This bundle includes all 4 units for third grade! You will find:Resources for InputInquiry ChartsObservation ChartsBig Book (PPT and printable)Pictorial and Comparative Input Chart templates (16 total)SocialityContinental DriftGeologic Time ScaleNatural SelectionAdaptationsEcosystem DynamicsForces on a RocketBalanced vs Unbalanced ForcesPermanent Magnet vs ElectromagnetStatic ElectricityClimates Around the WorldWhat Affects Climate?Weather vs ClimateHurricanes vs TornadoesLife Cycles (comparativ
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Grades:
3rd
NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-ESS3-1
, 3-LS4-1
, 3-ESS2-1
, 3-PS2-3
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End of the Year Daily Theme: Watermelon Fun!
Engage your students with some outside play and keep it academic, too!
In this download, you'll get ideas for a whole day of fun with your students during that last week of school.
Based on third-grade CCSS measurement and data standards, these activities will help your students practice what they have already learned while having some fun with watermelon and fruit.
Students can also participate in a fun watermelon experiment that is based in third grade NGSS.
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1st - 3rd
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3rd Grade Science: Structures, Processes, and Interactions of Organisms
This unit engages students in inquiry-based activities to help them gain a conceptual understanding of life cycles, animals benefits from living in groups, adaptations and natural selection. Many opportunities for data collection and analysis are embedded in the mini unit allowing teachers to integrate math standards. This Unit was designed to address these NGSS Science Standards for 3rd grade:3-LS1-1. Develop models to describe that organisms have unique and diverse life cycles, but all have
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
3-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS1-1
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Jessica (Tennessee 5th Grade Science)
Science Fair Project Organizational Tools
Science Fair time means lot of questions from parents and students! These tools I've created will help to put you, your students, and your parents at ease by showing how to organize a successful science fair project! You will be able to use these handouts year after year!!
You will get a four page handout to give your students/parents that gives detailed page by page directions on how to organize the project notebook. The project notebook explains how to set up the report which includes the
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3rd - 6th
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Weather Graphing - Precipitation - CCSS and NGSS Standards
Precipitation Graphing
Combine Common Core Math Standards and Next Generation Science Standards with this set of precipitation graphing worksheets. This product includes 4 sets of graphs and questions. Two graph sets show average monthly precipitation in various US states. The other two graph sets show average monthly precipitation in various countries. Each graph set comes with questions which ask students to compare the precipitation data of two locations. These graphs and questions includ
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2nd - 4th
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Pumpkin Investigation - Math & Science Activities
Make celebrating fall and Halloween season in your classroom meaningful and engaging while incorporating math and science skills with a Pumpkin Investigation with math and science activities. This Pumpkin Investigation resource provides all that you’ll need to have a Pumpkin Math & Science Day in your classroom! All you need to add are the pumpkins. Your students will have fun while getting hands-on with a pumpkin to measure volume, weight, and height, observe and compare physical properti
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 3-LS1-1
The Ultimate Paper Airplane STEAM Project: 10 Day Engineering Design Challenge
Every year since I started teaching, I've done a paper airplane contest. When I first started around 10 years ago, it was a quick contest that lasted just a few minutes. Gradually, as my experience as an educator grew, this project began to grow into what it is today... A 10 day cross-curricular mega project! I always say that student engagement is the key to learning, and I can almost guarantee that your students will be engaged during these activities! They will be measuring, graphing, reading
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3rd - 8th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity Complete NGSS Unit
⭐⭐ Now in print OR Google Slides! This amazing two unit bundle covers the extensive 3-LS4 performance expectations! The first unit covers;3-LS4-1 - Analyze and interpret data from fossils to provide evidence of the organisms and the environments in which they lived long ago. The print and go packet gives students everything they need and more for this performance expectation. Explore the world of fossils with your students with several interactive, engaging lessons. Your students will love the
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
3-LS4-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS4-4
Heat Unit: Science Experiments for Kids Using Heat | PRINTABLE
This unit provides hands-on experiments that help upper elementary students investigate heat as thermal energy. While investigating heat, students will conduct experiments involving solar energy, electricity, friction, burning, mixing matter (chemical change), conduction, convection, and radiation. This unit is aligned to NGSS standards and includes comprehension checks, cause/effect, math integration, and so much more. This unit includes four STEM based science experiments where students can a
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 4-PS3-2
Cardboard Game Ideas | Not a Box Lesson Plan
A box isn’t just a box. After reading the story Not a Box by Antoinette Portis, students will be inspired with cardboard game ideas and create a marble maze. By going through the Engineering Design Process, students will explore different types of forces, changes in direction and speed, create thoughtful game rules, receive feedback and modify their design. _______________________________Even as a K-5 STEM teacher, I still value the importance of reading and comprehension. With my STEM & Sto
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1st - 4th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
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Spring Break & Daylight Savings Equinox, CLOSE READING 5 LEVEL PASSAGES CCSS
Common Core Listed and Aligned!LEVELED PASSAGES! CHOOSE EACH STUDENT'S READING LEVEL. ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE SAME CONTENT, VOCAB, AND QUESTIONS!ALL READERS COVERED! 3 INFORMATIONAL TEXT 5 LEVELS EACH PASSAGE!-SPRING EQUINOX-SPRING BREAK FACTS-DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME FACTSDifferentiated Curriculum 5 levels Main IdeaFluency CheckClose ReadingTDQ's(REAL)Picture with Annotation and ELA QuestionEXTRA TDQ's Sheet to print on the backSAME CONTENT/SAME VOCABALL-ON-ONE SHEET TO Save Time and Paper!Print-N-
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2nd - 5th
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