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Elementary chemistry resources for GATE
Ada Twist, Scientist READ ALOUD STEM and SCIENCE Activity
Now includes Easel Activity Version for Distance Learning with Google Classroom!Integrate Real World STEM and Literacy!Teach about the importance of science and chemical reactions. Test out different elephant toothpaste recipes to find out which mixture makes the biggest reaction. Create Elephant Toothpaste!Connect to a Read Aloud: Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea BeatyThis STEM Project is a companion activity to Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty.Take students through the Scientific Method:Stud
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
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Chemical Reactions Glow Stick Science Experiment | Investigate Light | Grade 2 3
Excite students by investigating the speed of a chemical reaction using glowsticks. This experiment uses simple supplies, includes detailed directions to guide the teacher and students, and creates a memorable experience. NGSS Aligned, fun, and perfect for Halloween.Students will learn about chemiluminescence and chemical reactions. They will use data and observations to write a conclusion. Students will follow the scientific method to answer the question: Does temperature affect the brightne
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 2-PS1-4
, 2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-3
Slime Science And STEM | Grade 4 5 | Properties Of Matter | Non Newtonian Fluids
Discover the science of slime and the properties of matter with 3 hands-on activities. Students will investigate the role of borax on viscosity. Explore further with other glues, and create your own slime in a STEM Challenge. Includes reading passages, teacher guide, Easel Assessment, and anchor charts. Perfect for Halloween. NGSS aligned for 5th Grade Structure and Properties of Matter.Newly Added: We added a slime quiz in TpT Easel Assessments. It is 10 multiple-choice questions and is perfe
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Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 5-PS1-1
...
Easy Chemistry - atoms, elements, and molecules
This is a beginners unit that introduces elementary students to chemistry basics. It covers atoms, elements, molecules, the periodic table, and Mendeleev. This unit uses backwards learning in that the students do the fun activities and then use critical thinking skills to relate their learning back to chemistry fundamentals. I used this unit with my fourth and fifth grade Gifted and Talented students and they loved it. Their learning was much deeper due to the activities which include block
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Grades:
5th - 7th
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Magic Milk Molecules Science and STEM | | Saint Patricks Day Rainbow Unit Gr 4 5
Using simple kitchen supplies, create a memorable experience exploring surface tension and molecular movement. A complete teacher guide, student investigation, and a chemistry STEM challenge are included. The swirling rainbow of colors makes it an engaging Saint Patrick's Day experiment.Included in the Hands-On Investigation and Teacher Guide:Correlation to the *Next Generation Science Standards 5th Grade Structure and Properties of MatterScience and Engineering Practices Third-Fifth GradeBackgr
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, MS-PS1-2
...
Grant Proposal
Grant Proposal: Grant Proposal on Crime Stoppers Investigations-
Would you love to write a grant for your elementary classroom but just can’t seem to get started? This winning proposal may be just what you need to jumpstart your ability to plan, write, and carry-out an innovative teaching grant. Crime Stoppers Investigations offers a world of possibilities for classroom learning. This proposal was written for gifted and talented students in grades four through six but could be adapted as a
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Grades:
4th - 6th
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Oobleck (Non-Newtonion Fluid) Experiment Record Sheet
If you are looking for a record sheet for your class Oobleck experiment (Or any other non-newtonian fluid), look no further! Save time by using this record sheet that follows the scientific process. Feedback on this product is appreciated!Enjoy!
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Grades:
1st - 5th
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STEM Lab NGSS Science Curriculum Activities 5th & 6th Grade: Matter Interactions
This resource contains two 5th and 6th grade level STEM activities and challenges that can be completed in the classroom or at home. Explicit directions as well as wide-ranging flexibility make these STEM activities perfect for traditional Science classrooms or for distance learning.The first STEM activity allows learners to engage in an experiment that compares the water solubility of three common household substances. The basic experimental process student work page gives students explicitly
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, 5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
...
Phase Change with Friends (States of Matter Explained with Water, STEM, NGSS)
A perfect STEM book for kids in the classroom or at home! This covers reading, science, and poetry in one lesson that will keep students entertained while learning whether they are physically at school or doing distance learning. This rhyming story explains thermodynamics in a way students can relate to with illustrations of ice, snow, water, steam, and a thermometer. The rhyme makes it fun to read for both students and teachers.These poems and bright colors will appeal to a preschooler and the
Subjects:
Grades:
PreK - 6th, Staff
NGSS:
2-PS1-4
, 2-PS1-1
Slime Science And STEM | Grade 2 3 | Properties Of Matter | Hands-On Activity
Uncover the science of slime in 3 hands-on activities. Discover the role of borax and different glues. Engage in a STEM Challenge. Includes extensive background information to guide the teacher and students to success. Integrates well for Halloween. Perfect for exploring the properties of matter and meeting NGSS.Students will expand their knowledge of the properties of matter with a focus on solids and liquids. Through hands-on learning, they will gain an understanding of non-Newtonian fluids an
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
...
Magic Milk Rainbow Science and STEM | Saint Patricks Day Activity | Grade 2 3
Create a memorable experience exploring the properties of matter with oil and water using simple kitchen supplies. A complete teacher guide, student investigation, and a chemistry STEM challenge are included. The swirling rainbow of colors makes it an engaging Saint Patrik's Day experiment. Included in the Hands-On Investigation and Teacher Guide:Correlation to the *Next Generation Science Standards2nd Grade Structure and Properties of Matter Science and Engineering Practices for Kindergarten-
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 2-PS1-1
...
Matter Hexagonal Thinking
Students will use the hexagons to make connections among the concepts to show what they have learned in a deeper way.
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Grades:
5th
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PhET Leveled (Scaffolded) Assignment Build an Atom PDF
In the PhET leveled assignments 3 different levels for each PhET will be provided. The intent is to make differentiation of the PhET simulations more accessible.In the “Build an Atom” PhET, we will exploreUse the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons to draw a model of the atom, identify the element, and determine the mass and charge.Predict how addition or subtraction of a proton, neutron, or electron will change the element, the charge, and the mass.Use the element name, mass, and charge
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
5-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-1
5th Grade Science Enrichment Activities
Included in this file are three enrichment activities: "Food Webs & Chains vs. Eco-Disasters", "Create Your Own Atom & Element", and "Newton's Laws of Motion: Balloon Racers". Within the first activity, students will examine the human impact upon a particular ecosystem and its organisms via a flow chart format. In activity #2, students will create their own element, modeling it after an element found on the Periodic Table. Once their elements have been "invented", they will each creat
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Grades:
5th
Types:
Bonding with Friends: H2O & Helium (Two Rhyming STEM Nonfiction Stories, NGSS)
A perfect STEM book for kids in the classroom or at home! This covers reading, science, and poetry in one lesson that will keep students entertained while learning whether they are physically at school or remotely. This rhyming picture book has two stories in one! "Bonding with Friends: H2O & Helium" has a story about the water molecule and another story about helium. NGSS and Common Core standards identified. Virtual author reading with activity available too, visit www.STEMistryBooks.com.T
Diffusion In Liquids Science Experiment | Properties of Matter | Grade 2 3
Engage in a hands-on science experiment that explores the flow of liquids and thermal energy. The experiment includes a complete teacher guide and uses inexpensive supplies. You can make it a complete week of lessons with the further exploration and an anchor chart. This Hands-On Exploration IncludesTeacher Background and TipsCorrelation to NGSS6-Page Student Investigation JournalExploration Station Activity with WorksheetAnchor ChartInvestigation RubricAnswer Keys This Science Exploration meets
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Diffusion Lab Bundle | A Food Color and Water Experiment For K-8th Grade
Play Dough Materials Engineering Design Process Science 3rd 4th and 5th Grades
Looking for a way to introduce the engineering design process in a fun and hands-on way? This "perfect playdough" engineering challenge may be just what you are looking for! Students will work in small groups and add different amounts of ingredients to try to make the perfect play dough recipe. They will try to find the right mix of ingredients to create a play dough that is strong, yet elastic and soft. Along the way, they will practice measuring, ratios, and vocabulary. After they have tried t
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Fun With Acids and Bases Lab!
Fun with Acids and Bases! Aligned with NGSS standards! Students investigate a variety of substances to identify whether they fall in the category of an acid or a base. Higher level vocabulary and inquiry based learning are a focus. Students work collaboratively to determine solutions and complete the task at hand.
This activity includes the student lab packet, additional resources for extensions, lesson plan outline with materials and procedures (such as how to make your own indicator solution
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Two STEM Experiments - Yeast
This download contains two different experiments using yeast. Introduce scientific concepts such as a hypothesis, a Test, and Control to your students with this fun, hands-on activity. Includes: Worksheet (STEM Experiment - Yeast)Worksheet (STEM Experiment - Yeast vs. Baking Powder)STEM Experiment - Yeast (Teacher's Guide)STEM Experiment - Yeast vs. Baking Powder (Teacher's Guide)For more information about this experiment, check out my blog:http://thenerdherd4.blogspot.com/2018/01/stem-experimen
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Grades:
1st - 4th
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Changes of States Poster Activity and Vocabulary worksheets with ELD sentences
This is an 2 week long activity packet for the study of the changes of states. Includes ELD activities and sentence frames.
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Grades:
5th - 10th
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-6
Everyday Curiosity: Toothpaste
Have you ever wondered about all of those ingredients in toothpaste? This issue of Everyday Curiosity digs deep into the chemistry of cleaning. It includes a brief discussion of what is in toothpaste and three design challenges that give kids opportunities to experiment with different aspects of chemical engineering.
Issues of Everyday Curiosity are perfect to use when you want to take on engineering challenges, provide additional enrichment, and bridge the gap between home and school.
Everyda
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Types:
Matter Science Choice Boards - Customize!
There are 7 pre-made choice boards with a guiding topic statement and 9 product choices on each board. You can simply assign that one slide with the choices already on there, or if you would like to change any of the product choices, the last 2 pages are 36 different choice cards that you just copy and paste into the choice board over the choice you don’t want to use. *Digital Option Included! Google slide option with 36 interchangeable choices for each board.Topics:Properties of MatterMixturesC
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Types:
Also included in: Science Choice Boards - Customize!
Gobs of Goo Science Unit
This is a science unit for young students to explore the properties of slime and goo. It is perfect for an enrichment unit for young gifted students. It includes color mixing, ice cream making, Oobleck, mixtures, solutions, and more!It has a general 6 day outline and accompanying recipes and worksheets in the form of a science journals for the students.
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Grades:
PreK - 2nd
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Acid - Base Hands-On Venn Diagram Activity
This activity offers a hands-on variation of a traditional Venn diagram. It can be used in different ways, although I used it as a preassessment, discussion tool (rather than standard notes) and review.
This file contains:
- the instructions for creating your set of Acid and Base Venn diagram cards as well as facilitating Hands-On Venn Diagrams in each of the three ways mentioned above.
- 24 properties cards for acids, bases and neutral substances (all fit on one piece of paper to conserve
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 9th
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