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8th grade Autumn laboratories
Thanksgiving Science: 5 Activities & Labs
Included in this package are science activities and printables to excite your students for Thanksgiving! Students will learn/engage in the following activities:Anatomy of a Turkey (NO PREP!) This activity focuses on the body system of a turkey. Students are provided body part names and descriptions. They must match these body parts with their correct location on the body of a turkey.Selective Breeding to Create a "Super Turkey" (NO PREP!) Students observe sets of turkeys with noticeabl
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Holiday Science Bundle: Activities for Every Major Holiday
Leaf Collection Project
A fall leaf collection project to help students practice taxonomy, scientific naming, and presentation skills.
NEW OPTION: SELFIE LEAF COLLECTION! More info below.
Students will collect ten native leaves, use an online taxonomic key to identify the species, and display leaves in a book. Includes student instructions and a grading rubric.
Assign this project at least 3 weeks in advance of the due date. Here in Tennessee, it inevitably rains every weekend during prime leaf-collecting season, so
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6th - 12th
Pumpkin STEM Challenges & Activities BUNDLE
Pumpkin STEM Challenges & Activities BUNDLE - Your Solution to Educational Excitement!Are you searching for an engaging and educational way to captivate your students' curiosity and understanding of the natural world? Look no further! Our Pumpkin STEM Challenges & Activities BUNDLE is the key to unlocking the secrets of pumpkins, offering an exciting, hands-on solution to the question: "What is the problem that this product solves?" - Problem: How can you make learning about the life cyc
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1st - 9th
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Halloween Candy Density Lab
Use halloween candy to explore and learn about density.A common confusion is that density and weight go together. Use this lab to cement the idea that weight doesn't equal density. Students will place different types of candy into a tub or beaker of water and test is they sink or float determining if they are more or less dense than water. This lab includes: Teacher directions, student task card (directions), and student lab sheets in both full page and ready to cut and paste into a science comp
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Cool Halloween Science - 10 Demos to wow your Students!
Within you will find 10 activities of such ghoulish cunning, of such frightful delight, that your students will practicaly SCREAM with excitement. They will see colored fire, hear the roar of homemade jet engines, stare in wonder at haunted lights, and feel ghostly slime with their own bare hands!
These activities have been created with the goal of making it easy for you to obtain supplies. You won't need to call up some expensive chemical supply company, most of this stuff can be found in the
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Flying Ghost Lab - Halloween Science Lab
Are you ready to have your students in awe? This super simple science experiment is the perfect lab for Halloween! Easy prep! Teaching your students: scientific methodconvection currentsdensitymetric systemIncluded in this resource: - 8 versions of a scientific method worksheet (from blank for your honors classes to filled in for lower levels) - Digital Copies in Google Slides- Teacher Notes: includes the science behind the fun and helpful tips to make your experiment day go smoothly! - Ins
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4th - 8th
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Fall-Themed Does It Sink or Float? Observation Activity
Teaching density can be fun with this EASY PEEZY fall-themed density activity. I created this activity so my students could have fun learning this concept. They’ll be surprised by what sinks and what floats!Includes in PDF & digitally in Easel:How to Teach Lesson Plan using the 5E ModelDoes It Sink or Float Introduction activity with answer KeyScientific Method outline that comes with “Question”, “Hypothesis”, “Materials”, “Procedures”, “Recording Sheet”, and “Conclusion” Hands – On “Results
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2nd - 8th
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
Franken-circuits- story and STEAM activity
The perfect STEAM activity for the fall. Discussed the importance of science and the moral responsibilities of scientific innovations. Student's will read Dr.Fields' Creation, a story about a young scientist who creates a monster of her own using electricity. The accompanying STEAM activity has student used circuits to bring their own monster alive.
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-1
, 4-PS3-2
Leaf Measurement, Identification and Nature of Science Activity
This activity asks students to find a leaf and Identify it through the gathering of information. Students will need to bring in a leaf (or the teacher can gather leaves for students to choose from). Students will work on their measurement and observation skills as they gather information on the Leaf. They will create a leaf rub by placing the leaf under a page of the lab and rubbing it with a colored pencil or crayon. Students will use apps or websites to identify the leaf. They will then use th
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5th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
Fall and Halloween Experiment Bundle | States of Matter and Chemical Reactions
Wizard's Brew Chemical Reactions Lab:Students will use the scientific method to observe an exothermic chemical reaction. Students will create a wizard's brew (a.k.a Elephant's Toothpaste) by combining oxygen, water and dish soap. This experiment also utilizes yeast, which demonstrates to students the exothermic reaction that occurs when yeast is mixed with hydrogen peroxide. Students will observe this exothermic reaction as their lab beakers become warmer. A non-holiday version of this experimen
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5th - 8th
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Pickling Peppers Presentation/Lesson
Presentation on how to pickle things. Could be easily modified to pickle anything, but it is currently about pickling peppers. Goes over the process, why we do it and there are embedded videos that discuss different types of pickling as well. Fun lesson that was easy to do and the students had fun.
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2nd - 8th
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Pumpkin Dog Treats- Ag or FCS
Use your old/recycled pumpkins in an animal health nutrition lesson! Create pumpkin-based dog treats and learn why some human foods (not only pumpkin) are healthy for dogs. Students will research nutritional aspects of dogs and create case studies as their treats bake. This is usually takes two class periods to complete.
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6th - 12th
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Fall Activity Autumn Science Labs for Middle School
Fall Science Labs for Middle School: Dive into the Magic of Autumn!Overview: Immerse your students in the captivating wonders of autumn with these ten science labs designed specifically for middle school minds! These hands-on experiments and activities not only align with curriculum standards but also evoke the enchanting spirit of fall, making learning both fun and relevant.1. "Fall-ing for Density!"Dive into the layers of fall with this interactive density lab. Using various fall-related liqui
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5th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Fall Science Lab: The Colorful Mystery of Leaves: Lab & Questions: Middle/high
Unveil Nature's Secrets with "The Colorful Mystery of Leaves" Lesson & Lab Immerse your students in a captivating journey through the heart of nature's artistry. Our lesson and lab combo brings the enchanting world of leaf pigmentation right to your fingertips, offering both theoretical knowledge and hands-on exploration.Here's What's Included: 1. Lesson Plan: Dive deep into the vibrant world of leaf pigmentation, from the vivid greens of chlorophyll to the mesmerizing hues of anthocyanins
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4th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
Chemistry Halloween Chocolate Labs High School Science
Here are 5 low-cost labs to teach your high school students chemistry.Two sets of answer keys to differentiate the lessons for studentsObjective Students will learn solutions/solubility, hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties.MATERIALSSolid chocolate candy such as a chocolate barMicrowave-safe bowlMicrowaveWaterSpoon for stirring.Seized ChocolateScaleDish of WaterCocoa powderSpoon
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8th - 10th
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-5
Also included in:Â Chemistry Halloween Fun Fall Labs for High School Science
Microwave Caramel Popcorn Lab - Worksheet & Recipe - Measurement Practice
Microwave Caramel Popcorn LabFully editable Google Doc includes:Half-page worksheet for doubling and halving measurements practiceKey for worksheetRecipeThis quick and easy lab is fun for fall! The recipe is easy to follow and student-friendly. Students work independently or in their lab groups to half and double the recipe measurements on the worksheet. Once it’s passed off, they use their worksheet and recipe to make their caramel popcorn. *Remember to always test recipes before using them wit
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7th - 10th
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Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall? - Lab
Have you ever wondered why leaves change color in the fall? In this lab, your students can learn the science background behind WHY it happens and perform an experiment to extract the colors "hidden" in leaves. This Paper Chromatography Lab has been a favorite of all my students for almost 15 years. We perform it every fall and they LOVE the results! This set includes a step - by - step procedure, lab sheets, and background information.
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4th - 9th
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Density Pumpkins 2 Fun labs for Middle School Science
This fun activity will engage your students to have FUN while learning how to apply the math of density to a real word situation. There are two sections, one is to determine the density of a pumpkin with mass and volume. The second is to build a density column using a pumpkinMaterialsLab 11. Pumpkin2. A container which can hold water-I used my wastebasket3. Corn Syrup4. Food coloring dye I recommend red5. Water6. Vegetable oil7. A bathroom scales8. Measuring cup with metricLab 21/3 vegetable
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7th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Density Solving for D=m/v Fun and Engaging Labs for Middle School Science
Apple Varieties Tasting Notes Worksheet Food Lab
Supply your culinary or agriculture students with a variety of apples and this attractive, easy-to-use tasting notes sheet (Google doc sheet has room for five varietals but more could easily be added). This helpful worksheet features directions for describing and evaluating apple appearance, texture, flavour, and use. An extensive word bank of descriptive words is supplied on the worksheet.
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7th - 12th
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Chemistry Food additives Make strawberry jam from green tomatoes Science
This lesson is always a joy to teach my students about food chemistry. The activity is to take green tomatoes and turn them into strawberry jam using only 3 ingredients.This is a terrific lesson for the fall when you have too many green tomatoes and not enough time to ripen them.Materials3 cups of green tomatoes blended. 2 cups of sugar 1 package of Gelatin strawberry or raspberry Crackers to put the jam In the second part of the lesson they will discover what additives are in the foods in thei
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8th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-2
, HS-PS1-2
Fall Lab Plants Gardening Activity How to plant tulips with your class
Grade 8 STEMAll profits from this lab will be denoted to charitiesMaterialsBulbs Daffodils, Tulips, Dutch Iris, etc. Gloves Shovel Colored PencilsIncluded is a short writing about how Tulps will help cheer you up I promise you it is the most beautiful reading on the internet.No lab will bring more joy to your students than planting spring bulbs. This has been a staple activity in my classroom for 20 years. Students will learn how to plant spring flowers. Included are many hints to ensure suc
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Grades:
7th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Also included in:Â Ecology, Environment Fun Labs for Middle & High School Students
HALLOWEEN GROSS LAB for Middle and High School Students
Here is a lesson that I promise you the students will remember for the rest of their lives. At each lab station, there is a unique GROSS item for them to examine. They will have the opportunity to practice their measuring skills. Also, they will be studying different organs and a skeleton.*Please look at the material list. I have given suggestions to make it as less expansive as I can.MATERIALSÂ Balance beam scales, triple beam scales, kitchen scales, electronic scales Metric measuring tapes
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8th - 11th
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NGSS:
HS-LS4-3
Runaway Pumpkin and Newton's laws of motion
Introduce Newton's Laws of Motion to your students with this Halloween labStudents will love using pumpkins to learn Newton's laws. Included are step-by-step instructions on how to perform this lab. Your students will record, on their worksheets the motion of a pumpkin and how mass can influence its speed As they watch the pumpkin roll they will find one example for each law. Students will create a chart and see how mass impacts speed. Answer key is written in red to make it easier for you t
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Grades:
7th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, MS-PS3-3
, MS-PS3-1
Bobbing For Apples - Density, Displacement, and Buoyancy Lab
Have a little fun with fall!
What student wouldn’t be engaged in the learning process while bobbing for apples?
This pack contains all the information you need: student lab booklet, teacher instructions, and photographs are all included.
Using simple, inexpensive materials, you can engage your students in the initial understanding of density, buoyancy, and displacement.
This is 17 pages- 11 pages of teacher directions and 6 pages of a student booklet.
This lab does not address measureme
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4th - 8th
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