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6th grade physical science projects
Paper Roller Coasters - Marble Tracks Made From Paper
Learn the principles of motion by building paper roller coasters with your students. Build marble runs using only paper and tape. The Paper Roller Coaster templates have been used in schools in all 50 states and over 30 countries. The download includes templates for building twelve different pieces, an instruction manual with over 90 color photographs, and four lessons designed for grade levels from fourth grade up through high school physics classes. The preview gives directions and template
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4th - 12th
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Science Experiments for a Year - Differentiated w/ 3 levels of Recording Sheets
Science Experiments for Kids for the Year!!! Looking for some fun summer activities for summer school or to end the summer boredom!! Or just some fun hands on science enrichment activities for your science block or for Science Fridays!? Let's face it...kids LOVE science experiments!!! It opens up a whole world of wonder, imagination, critical thinking, and hands on experiences!!! It's just FUN!!! This phenomenal Science Resource includes:100 + SIMPLE ExperimentsExperiments that only require simp
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PreK - 12th
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Energy Transformation: Rube Goldberg Machine Challenge 5-Day PBL & STEM - PPT
★ Top Selling Resource ★ Get students operating at a higher level of thinking with this Rube Goldberg Machine Challenge Unit! This product is a 5-Day PBL and STEM Project which allows students to create a Rube Goldberg-type machine using some basic materials provided by the teacher and materials from home. Students have the freedom to select which simple task their group's machine will achieve in a complicated way showcasing energy transformations.
Students will use one day to brainstorm, th
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5th - 9th
End of the Year STEM Activity: Egg Drop Challenge
Do you need a super engaging, ready-to-go lesson for your science class?
The Great EGG-scape STEM Activity is perfect for busy teachers that desire to place the learning in the students' hands! This activity is perfect because there are no special materials to buy (other than eggs). You can use regular classroom materials to engage your students in this student directed activity that they are sure to love.
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Henry and Bonita Eggstair have just opened a Skydiving Expedition business a
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3rd - 8th
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Atoms and Atomic Structure Activity Bundle - Doodle Notes, Foldable, Project
Keep your students actively engaged by offering a variety of fun activities. This resource contains five resources that relate to Atoms. Click the preview for a closer look.Included:★ Atoms - Doodle Notes ★ Parts of an Atom - Foldable ★ 3D Atom Model Activity★ Atomic Structure - Color by Number★ Atoms - Domino Puzzle★ Atoms Project - Comic StripYou might also like the following atom and periodic table activities:Element Superhero OR Villain ProjectPeriodic Table - Color By NumberMetals Nonmetals
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6th - 8th
End of Year STEM Project Forces Motion Newtons Laws Assessment Bottle Rockets
This product is one of the most engaging and meaningful activities I do all year long! What kid wouldn’t want to build and launch rockets!?! Just take a look at an email I received from a former student about her memories of the bottle rocket lab and how it changed her life: Hi Mr. Williams,“How is Oak Crest lately?I was in your physical science class a loooooong long time ago (2008) and I thought I'd let you know that your bottle rockets project was what first got me into space propulsion. It w
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6th - 10th
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MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
, MS-PS2-1
Changes in States of Matter Poster Project Science Research Activity
Use this science poster project with your upper elementary or middle school science students to learn about or reinforce the ideas of changes in states of matter, also called phase changes. Students choose one of the changes in states of matter (melting, freezing, vaporization, condensation, or sublimation). In their poster the students will need to include the definition of their change in state, examples, pictures, and a description of the particle movement. What's included:Detailed directions
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5th - 8th
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MS-PS1-4
The NASCAR Project: Forces & Motion
Description:Are you teaching your students about forces and motion? If so, the NASCAR Project is my FAVORITE way to teach my students about those concepts! Students complete a series of NASCAR-themed races/investigations to learn about Newton's laws of motion, inertia, acceleration, collisions, and practice their science and engineering skills! All the resources in this bundle are designed for in-person and at-home learning plus everything is editable. What's Included:Intro to the NASCAR Project
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5th - 9th
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MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS2-1
3D Atom Model - Atomic Structure Activity and Bohr Model Practice Worksheets
This 3D atom model activity is an engaging way to teach atomic structure. Students will learn how to collect element data and use the information to design a 3D atom model. Each 3D model consists of four Bohr models glued together. Students can complete the models independently, or you can save paper by allowing students to work in groups of four. Click on the preview to find out more about what is included.You might also like the following Atoms and Periodic Table Activities:Element Superhero o
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6th - 9th
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Paper Helicopter Experiment Scientific Method Activity
Are you looking for a fun and engaging lab to teach the scientific method? Students will love testing variables in this differentiated paper helicopter experiment! The paper helicopter (whirlybird) template is easy to use and students will be engaged as they test their hypothesis and collect data. This lab provides three levels of differentiation for easy scaffolding as well as practice graphing, calculating speed (not a prerequisite for this lab), and writing a conclusion. What will you find
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5th - 7th
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3-5-ETS1-3
Also included in: Scientific Method Activity Lab Bundle
Rainbow Milk Experiment | Scientific Method
Spice up your science lessons with this simple and engaging rainbow milk magic experiment! Your download includes a printable and digital science notebook that takes students through the steps of the scientific method! Students combine milk, dish soap, and food coloring to learn all about why the colors begin to swirl and look as if they are exploding into a rainbow. Simply put food coloring into milk, dip a Q-tip with dish soap into the milk, and watch the colors swirl around!HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL
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K - 6th
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Also included in: 7 Easy Science Experiments To Teach The Scientific Method Bundle
Newton's Laws of Motion Activities Bundle - Doodle Notes, Foldable, Project
You can save 30% by purchasing my Newton's Laws bundle. This download contains eight of my activities which are linked to Newton's Laws. Below, you will see an outline of what you will get with your purchase. Included in this Bundle:★ Newton's Laws Foldable | Direct Link |The foldable will require students to define the target vocabulary word, draw a picture, and apply the information by generating examples and non-examples for each vocabulary term. ★ Newton's Laws Doodle Notes | Direct Link |S
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6th - 8th
Force and Motion STEM project Egg Drop Challenge Engineering Design Process
Looking for a fun way for students to use their knowledge of force, Newton's laws, and practice their engineering skills? This egg drop STEM engineering design process challenge will get your students designing, testing, investigating, thinking like a disciplinarian, and acting as engineers as they improve their egg structures to mimic the Mars rover landing. ✎Print and digital versions This engineering design STEM project includes:✅ Teacher guide for doing the activity✅ Student handouts for t
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6th - 8th
Paper Roller Coaster Project- Potential & Kinetic Energy
*The Paper Roller Coaster templates are not included! Those can be found at paperrollercoasters.com. Description:Do you need an exciting way to teach your students about potential and kinetic energy? If so, the Paper Roller Coaster Project is the perfect solution! This is by far my students' favorite project throughout the school year! In this project based learning opportunity students are challenged to make the most thrilling and safe paper roller coaster! Students will present their paper
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6th - 8th
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MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS3-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS3-5
, MS-PS3-1
Newton's Laws of Motion | Color By Number Bundle | 1st 2nd 3rd Law Worksheets
You can save over 30% by purchasing my Newton's Laws Color By Number Bundle. This download contains four color-by numbers related to Newton's Laws of Motion. Below, you will see an outline of what you will get with your purchase. Color By Numbers Included:Newton's 1st Law of Motion | Direct Link |Concepts Include: Net Force, Balanced and Unbalanced ForcesNewton's 2nd Law of Motion | Direct Link |Concepts include qualitative and quantitative questions related to force, mass, and acceleration of o
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6th - 8th
Energy Transformations Project - Comic Activity - Fun Assessment
Students of all ages love comics. In this project, students will create a comic strip that demonstrates their understanding of at least six energy transformations. For example, one panel could have a comic character that is toasting bread with a caption that reads "electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy." I have included a student direction page which includes 15 possible energy transformations and sets clear project guidelines.The comics look great on a bulletin board or inside a
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Physical Science Activities - Mega Bundle
Chemistry Activities - Mega Bundle - Back to School Science
Engaging Chemistry Activities for Teens and TweensThis is a massive bundle of my most popular chemistry resources. This package contains a mix of science labs, doodle notes, foldables, color-by-numbers, worksheets, and projects at a BIG SAVINGS!────────────Let's stay connected!⭐ Follow My TPT Store⭐ Instagram⭐ Pinterest⭐ Facebook────────────Copyright © Morpho ScienceDoodle Notes is a trademarked name used with permission. Please visit doodlenotes.org for more information.
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6th - 8th
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Roller Coaster STEM Activity : Paper Roller Coasters
Build a roller coaster while learning about kinetic and potential energy in this engaging STEM challenge! Your students will love learning about the physics of roller coasters! Students research, plan, build, and test marble roller coasters made of paper and tape. This is a yearly favorite! Students apply their understanding of kinetic and potential energy transformations as they create 4 thrills in their paper coasters. This is an annual favorite in my class!Also includes an interactive les
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5th - 8th
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MS-PS3-2
, 4-PS3-1
, MS-PS3-5
, MS-PS3-1
Also included in: Kinetic and Potential Energy Bundle for Middle School
The Eggstremely Eggciting Egg Drop STEM Challenge
In this STEM and team building challenge, students will work to foster collaboration and team-work as they design and construct a structure that will protect their eggs from a 10 foot drop. Teams will be given supplies (supply lists and shopping lists included) identical supplies and amounts of time to build their designs. The twist for this challenge will be that each team MUST use all of their supplies. Even more challenging, each team CANNOT communicate verbally during the construction pha
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5th - 10th
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MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Natural Disasters Hazards Research Project - PBL
If you would like to purchase the 100% EDITABLE version of this product, click here! Great for differentiation!Engage your students in studying the natural disasters of the world!Natural disasters are naturally occurring events that negatively affect a large population of people. Natural disasters can unfortunately cause loss of life, as well as property, economic and environmental damage. Although by definition, natural disasters are ‘natural’, most scientists agree that human behavior also pla
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4th - 10th
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MS-ESS3-2
Light and Sound Color By Number - Mini Bundle - Includes 2 Worksheets
You can save 20% on my light and sound color by numbers by purchasing this bundle. Color By Numbers Included:Light Color By Number | Direct Link |Concepts Include: Light Waves, Reflection, Refraction, AbsorptionSound Color By Number | Direct Link |You might also like the following Light and Waves Activities:Light FoldableWaves - Color By NumberTypes of Waves Foldable - Frayer Model FormatElectromagnetic spectrum Color By Number•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Let's
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6th - 8th
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Advanced Paper Roller Coaster Templates
If you're ready for a challenge, try building these twelve new designs to add some extra excitement to your Paper Roller Coaster. Templates include the tipping switch, rotating arm, mini-funnel, switchbacks, zigzags, and the half-pipe. Download directions will also include a link to watch instructional videos for each of the new templates. Each set of advanced templates may be used for one home or classroom only. These templates are meant as an addition to the standard templates.Purchase include
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4th - 12th
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Heat Transfer Foldable - Conduction Convection Radiation
Students will create a Frayer model foldable to help them understand the three ways heat is transferred: conduction, convection, and radiation. This foldable will require students to define the target vocabulary word, write the essential characteristics of the vocabulary word, draw a picture, and generate non-examples. My foldables are designed to fit on a standard 8.5 x 11 paper and require printing two pages (double-sided). This resource makes a great interactive notebook entry or classroom wa
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4th - 8th
Table-top Mini Golf: STEAM Engineering and Design for Elementary GATE
In From Putt-putt to Pebble Beach--Table-top Mini Golf, students will design and construct a playable table-top sized miniature golf course using the engineering design process. With these lessons, the teacher defines the problem, helps students gather background research, and specifies the requirements. The students do the rest: creating alternative solutions, choosing the best solution, doing development work, building a prototype, and testing and redesigning. The result is a classroom filled
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: STEAM Class Bundle - Engineering Focus - 115+ Hours 374 pp Gifted GATE
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