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Elementary world history laboratories
Islamic Empire Trade Routes Map Activity for Social Studies and History
The Islamic Empire is arguably one of the most prominent and influential times of history in the Middle East. As we study the Islamic culture and the rise of the empire, we notice that geography has a huge role in many different aspects.This product gives students the opportunity to practice map and math skills as they try to figure out the best trade route to take from Mecca to Cordoba, Spain. Their goal is to spend the least amount of money possible. The provided maps have all the city locatio
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Social Studies and History Large Bundle of 20 Activities and Worksheets
50 Social Studies Labs - Geography History Cultural Studies Economics Government
PREVIEW AVAILABLE!LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? CHECK OUT OTHER STEM RESOURCES IN MY SHOP!FROM THE CREATOR OF 50 STEM LABS & 50 MORE STEM LABS comes this collection of 50 Social Studies Activities for kids. Recommended for grades K to 6 and up! Each one has a snappy title, a brief set of instructions, recommended materials list, and space for notes. These are very adjustable for your classroom, home, or homeschool needs. Do projects for concepts like: Geography, Cultural Studies, Economics, History, G
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K - 8th
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Mummification Inquiry Learning- Apples
Are you looking for a fun way to introduce the mummification process with your students? How about an activity that is cross-curricular? This one meets both! In this Inquiry Learning Activity, students will be mummifying apples. This experiment can take up to 15 days, so please plan accordingly. Included is a Teacher Guide with supplies needed to purchase, and how to set up experiment, as well as a 13 slide google slide show for students to track the progress of their mummies, including hypothes
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Ancient Egypt Unit Bundle
All About the Egyptian Mummy - Science Lab, Writing, and a Design Challenge
The process of mummification is something kids are really interested in and this lab gives them the chance to see this process in just 14 days using easy to find and cheap materials. Students can also read all about mummification and write their own steps for the process. We add pictures in the boxes, too! The Steps of Mummification charts works best if it is enlarged and copied onto 11 x 17 sheets of paper. This is a great lab to do while you are working on an Egypt unit or as part of a dis
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4th - 6th
The Scientific Method - Pirate Eye Patches Experiment
The purpose of this activity is to allow students to think critically to answer a seemingly simple question. In this case, do pirate eye patches actually have a purpose? The myth claims that pirates would wear eye patches to have one eye constantly night-vision ready in the event of a night battle, or going inside the ship during the day. The students will need to use the scientific method to determine a way to answer that question. They will also need to design a test to empirically show th
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5th - 7th
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Archaeologist for a day activity
Fun activity that introduces students to how archaeologists figure out things about the past from found items and artifacts. Usually used with a unit on Ancient people and archaeology. Requires some minimal "prep work" that includes making 4-5 trash bags made of "artifacts". Once created these bags can be reused for each class period or from one year to another.
Grades:
5th - 9th
CARTAS DINOSAURIOS
Cartas de dinosaurios en castellano con información interesante. Perfectas para hacer clasificaciones y relaciones con dinosaurios de juguete. Compara y descubre el nombre de todos ellos. Dispone de 26 cartas.
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PreK - 3rd
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Archaeology Lab
In this social studies lab, students get to truly explore the field of archaeology!The teacher needs to provide a number of items buried in tubs of dirt or sand. Students use toothbrushes to uncover these items. They then "think like a historian" by analyzing the purpose and symbolic meaning of the items.Past items I have used include:Broken ceramic animalsHalloween decoration skelletonsPicture frames with old photosOut-dated electronicsReally anything at all can be used for this lab. I like
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5th - 10th
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Ancient Egyptian Mummies in Action!
What's the best way to learn about Ancient Egyptian civilizations and mummification? The best way to learn is by doing!!
***CCS are included.
~Mummify a Chicken Leg
~Decorate the Mummy
~Create a Sarcophagus
~Write about the significance of mummification
This project includes a materials list, instructions for completion, student pages and instructions, a writing piece, and a rubric.
*****photos included
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5th - 8th
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Scientific Method - One Pager Experiment
Students form a hypothesis for an easy experiment and complete the Scientific Method One Pager as before/during/after they complete their experiment. I even use this to teach the Scientific Revolution for 7th grade World Geography! I also sell other Scientific Method related products:
Scientific Method – 6 Steps Worksheet:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Scientific-Method-6-Steps-Worksheet
Scientific Method Simple Steps – PowerPoint:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Scie
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5th - 8th
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Make Your Own Plastic - Great For All Grades!
This is a fun and easy STEM activity. It works with all grades and levels. All materials are perfectly safe and easily accessible. It also has a fun history link as well!
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4th - 9th
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