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Preschool physical science laboratories
Thermometer Craft
This listing is for a paper thermometer craft for your science unit on weather. Directions are included.
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PreK - 6th
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Easy Scientific Method Oil, Water and Detergent Mixture Experiment
Try this simple inquiry lesson on mixing solutions!
What happens when you mix oil and water? For a little suprise-add dish detergent! This activity also explains how detergent can clean greasy dishes!
This is a quick simple experiment to show how solutions mix using the scientific method. Students make predictions and record observations.
Materials: Ziploc containers, water, vegetable oil, food coloring and dish detergent.
2 levels of the worksheet are included.
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PreK - 3rd
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States of Matter-Root Beer Floats
This fun and engaging activity makes learning about the states of matter not only fun, but super interesting as well. Teach your students the difference between a solid, a liquid, and a gas, and finish off with a tasty ending activity!
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PreK - 2nd
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10 lessons on heat causes change & states of matter - hands on
This set contains 10 Lessons. Enough hands on experiments to keep little ones busy for 2 weeks. When I was making the lessons, I noticed how closely related the two were and decided to make it one set that would cover 2 weeks. Most of the ideas I found on Pinterest but I compiled them all in one place and in the 5 E model. There are several 18 photos of solids, liquids and gases for a class sort. Not all of the liquids are things your drink. (We tend to use so many of those that little o
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PreK - 2nd
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Science Experiments for Young Learners with Crafts {Summer Unit}
School is Back and Summer is Still Here! This unit is filled with fun and simple hands-on summer science experiments that will bring the exciting world of science to life for young learners. The experiments are easy to understand, easy to set up, and easy to conduct. No expensive materials required. You will love the recording sheets included for students to complete and add to their interactive science journals. There are also cute science crafts to go along with this product. The experime
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PreK - 2nd
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Sink or Float Experiment with cut and paste application
Students do an experiment to determine if common objects sink or float, then apply their knowledge by cutting out pictures of the objects and placing them on a picture of a tank of water.
More Cut and Paste Science! A great way to review, re-teach and assess!
Transparent, Translucent, Opaque Light Experiment, Definitions w/ Cut & Paste
Landforms Cut and Paste Definitions, flash cards- 20 words, 4 lesson options
Food Chain, Food Web, Energy Pyramid Cut and Paste
Potential and Kinetic Energy
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PreK - 1st
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Forces and Motion Hands On Labs for Kinder., 1st and STEM
This is a 6 lesson hands on activity packet. All experiments have a few minimal supplies that you probably have around the house. s They are easy to do and for kids to understand big concept and start to learn science vocabulary they will need when they are older.
Covers:
1. How things move, roll, spin
2. Push and pull
3. Friction
4. Inertia
5. Centrifugal force and centripetal force
6. Magnetic forces
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PreK - 2nd
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Heat causes change- science lab for Pre k, Kindergarten or 1st grade
Children will observe and describe a slice of white bread.
They will notice that it is white, soft, and cool to the touch.
There are 2 levels to differentiate. One has the step by step process typed in and they only draw pictures of the steps and another where they do the writing.
Children can record observations on lab sheet.
Then, they will dip a cotton swab into a cup of milk or water that has been colored with food coloring. They will decorate a simple picture on their bread. Now they
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PreK - 1st
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Baking Soda and Vinegar Experiment Worksheet
A simple worksheet to quiz your students senses with the products of the experiment and the result. Easily changeable for all grades.
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PreK - 6th
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Motion, Push, Pull, Gravity Science Pack
This 5 lesson unit is perfect for teaching K-2 about Motion, Push, Pull and GravityLesson 1: How do objects move?Lesson 2: What force is it? Is it push or pull?Lesson 3: Introducing GravityLesson 4 & 5: Designing toysIncluded Are:PostersAnchor ChartWord WallSix Motion InvestigationsMarble Motion Track Planning SheetNoticing Motion Around Me WorksheetPush or Pull SortIf There Was No Gravity -- ClassbookToy Design SheetThe unit and lessons are written in the Torrance Incubation Model format wh
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Primary Science Bundle
Does it float? Science Lesson Plan- physical science (water)
This lesson plan will help introduce students to the idea of buoyancy and density through a read aloud and a fun hands on experiment.
Description: This lesson is on density and its impact on an objects buoyancy. Specifically, that density (not simply size) impacts whether an object will float or not. The students will work as class and in groups to determine which objects will float and which will not recording their answers and creating a graph along the way. All resulting in the students deve
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PreK - 1st
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Ivory Soap Explosion Experiment using Microwave
This is a simple experiment that demonstrates how microwaves have an unexpected effect on Ivory Soap! We are asking this question, “What happens to Ivory Soap when put in a microwave?” Lets explore the science surrounding this experiment, and ask and answer your questions. But first we need to make sure we stay safe! Then we can get into the instructions for how to conduct a safe experiment and then we can talk about what you can use it for once you have transformed your bar of Ivory soap. Teac
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Science 5 Experiment Bundle
Marshmallow Flight Lab
Do your students love a good competition? You might want to try this lesson titled “Marshmallow Flight.” I have used this lab with junior and high school students, but have also done a simpler version of this lab with my kindergartner.
The file contains two versions of the same lab. The first is a commonly used version in which students follow directions, collect data, and answer post-lab questions. The second version of this lab is a higher-level inquiry lab, where students move through the
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PreK - 12th
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5 Experiments in 5 Minutes | Quick and Easy Science
Science just got a whole lot easier to include in your lesson plans!
Make raisins dance, go fishing for ice, and create colorful, swirling art. Watch exquisite color bombs burst and squeal with anticipation waiting for a baggie to explode!
This science packet contains five super simple science experiments that each take less than five minutes to complete! Kids of all ages and abilities will love that each activity is fun, colorful, and quick. Teachers and parents will love how easy each experi
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PreK - 4th
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Pumpkin Properties Exploration Lab
Students will have a blast exploring pumpkins in this lab! They will develop basic science skills as well as develop science processing skills.
Included are: 3 lab recording sheets that cover:
-pumpkin properties such as color, shape, size
-students will draw a picture of their pumpkin
-identify parts of the pumpkin such as ribs/stem
-predict the number of seeds inside a pumpkin
-identify the height and width of a pumpkin
-determine if a pumpkin will sink or float
-use a balance scale to compa
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PreK - 2nd
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Science Journal-observations, definitions, senses, visualizations
Science journal for elementary students to record what they observe, learn and have questions about. Several different page options given. There are pages for science words/definitions and visualizations, observations made using their senses and questions that can be researched and diagrammed.
Designed to be used as a full sheet of paper or made into a booklet.
This product is also available in a bundle for only $3.00! Check it out!
Early Elementary Introduction to Scientific Method Inquiry A
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PreK - 5th
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Sink or Float?
This file includes two pages. One page has items that you might find in your classroom to experiment with for sink or float. Students will make predictions first, then use the results recording sheet to record what actually happened.
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PreK - 2nd
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Five Senses Popcorn Investigation Mini-Book
Printable mini-book to use with young learners as they discover how they can use their five senses to explore the world around them; simple mini-book to complement a popcorn investigation.
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PreK - 1st
Plastic: Creating a Synthetic Material from a Natural Resource!
Students can create plastic from a synthetic material! This is a 2-part experiment with background information and steps to create fun plastic using milk and vinegar or cornstarch and water! Students can take their biodegradable home with them as a souvenir!
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PreK - 8th
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MS-PS1-3
, MS-ESS3-3
Valentine Science Experiment
Looking for a way to incorporate science into your Valentine's Day activities? Then this is perfect for you! Inside you will find everything you need to conduct the experiment with you class. Your students can test which liquid will dissolve the candy hearts the best, then record their results in a Science Journal. Two different versions of the "Results" page are included to best fit the needs of your students. If you're working on teaching changes in matter, this is a great way for students to
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PreK - 1st
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Science Labs projects pack - Physical Science Projects - 16 labs
NEW PRODUCT!
This collection of Physical Science Labs is intended to introduce primary grades to important science concepts through hands-on activities and labs.
Included, you will find:
Calling All Engineers
Deep Divers
Eggsplosions
Fighting Friction
Give Me Some Space
Kinetic Boom
Machines in Action
Magma Mayhem
Magnetic Personality
Milk Chocolate Meltdown
Rubber Band-Jo
Super Conductors
Swim Test
That’s Shocking
These States Matter
Where Did It Go?
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PreK - 2nd
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Celery Investigation
If you're tired raise your hand....I created this investigation because I couldn't find the materials that I needed to do an investigation with my students. I hope this is a timesaver for another tired educator. This can be used as a stand alone lesson or supplement within another unit, which is what I did. We are currently do a plant unit. This would also be a great lesson for a teacher effectiveness observation. I am in the process of making a carrot investigation for my upcoming teacher effec
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PreK - 4th
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K-LS1-1
Simple Magnet Science Lab for Young Children
This is a simple lab for young children to explore the magnet's properties of attraction. It can also be used as an independent science station.
They will test to see if the magnet can still pick up a paperclip through a variety of substances. They will put the paperclip into an empty cup and see if they can figure out a way to get the paperclip out of the cup without putting the magnet into the cup. They can fill the cup with water an see if their solution still works without spilling the
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PreK - K
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Carrot Investigation
If you're tired raise your hand....I created this investigation because I couldn't find the materials that I needed to do an investigation with my students. I hope this is a timesaver for another tired educator. This can be used as a stand alone lesson or supplement within another unit, which is what I did. We are currently do a plant unit. This would also be a great lesson for a teacher effectiveness observation. There are also color saver and different size options included in this unit. I mad
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PreK - 4th
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NGSS:
K-LS1-1
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