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Environment Common Core RI.6.4 resources
Biomes Unit Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Bundle
Explore the world’s 5 major biomes with these biomes reading passages that include everything you need to work on vocabulary and comprehension skills with your students! These printables work great to send home for at home learning or distance learning for both Science or ELA. Differentiated reading passages (3 levels) allow you to meet the needs of all students to ensure complete understanding of the content! Take a look at the product preview for a closer look at each biome. All follow-up ac
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Yellowstone Wolves - 3 Part Informational Text
During the 1930's, people viewed wolves as dangerous and destructive animals and sought to remove them from Yellowstone National Park. This three-part informational text takes students on a journey from the wolves removal in the 1930s to their amazing return in the 1990s and the subsequent transformation of Yellowstone's present-day ecosystem. The ecological changes after their removal were widespread and evident. An excellent lesson about the power of nature's interconnections and the casca
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, 5-LS2-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Nitrogen Cycle, Carbon Cycle, and Oxygen Cycle - Cycling of Matter MS LS2-3
Do your students need to learn about the nitrogen cycle, carbon cycle, and oxygen cycle? Students will make a model to show the cycling of matter. Students will learn that matter is cycled through our Earth's systems. This resource provides great background information and reading passages on the nitrogen, carbon, and oxygen cycles. This resource addresses both MS NGSS and a similar Utah SEEd standard. ✍Why do you need this resource?No-prep, ready to useBackground information on the cycling of m
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-3
Interactions in Ecosystems, Limiting Factors and Carrying Capacity MS LS2-1
Are you teaching about interactions in ecosystems? Students will love these activities on biomes and ecosystems and how organisms interact. Students will examine patterns of interactions among organisms across ecosystems. Students will learn about the flow of energy and matter in the ecosystem. This resource is full of engaging activities for ecosystems. Students will learn about carrying capacity and limiting factors within an ecosystem. ❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀❀This Eco
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-1
Ecosystems Activities & Interactions & Food Webs & Resource Availability
This HUGE Bundle addresses the NGSS MS LS Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics. Students will learn about interactions between organisms, cycling of matter and flow of energy, physical and biological components of an ecosystem, and designing a solution to address an ecological problem.This Bundle Contains:Slide ShowsReading PassagesResponse PagesInteractive Notebook InsertsLabsLab PagesAssessmentsEcosystem ActivitiesThis Ecosystem Bundle Includes:Ecosystems Patterns and InteractionsEcosystem Food
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Life Science: Ecosystems Read and Apply Bundle NGSS MS-LS2 ALIGNED
An effective, informative, and LOW PREP activity bundle covering Ecosystems: Energy, Interactions, and Dynamics. Aligns directly with all 5 NGSS MS-LS2 standards, but awesome for Life Science teachers whether you follow NGSS or not!Important Buyer Note: Everything included in this bundle is ALSO a part of my Life Science Read and Apply Bundle. Please do not purchase BOTH of these bundles. This particular bundle was designed to align directly with the NGSS MS-LS2 standards.Each Read & Apply i
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Grades:
4th - 7th
Rain Shadow Effect PowerPoint
This PowerPoint explains the rain shadow effect where moist air gets blocked by mountains. Includes photos and diagrams of how rain shadow affects the windward and leeward side of a mountain range, examples of rain shadow around the world, and a five-question review quiz at the end. Great addition to your Earth Science unit. Please see full preview. Note: animation does not show in preview. Did you know that you can use PowerPoints like this in video conferencing or Zoom for remote learning? You
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Renewable Energy Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This bundle includes 6 easy to understand one page reading passages about sustainable energy sources that cover:renewable energy (overview)solar powerwind powerhydropower fossil fuels natural resourcesEach passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing.Topics in this bundle are also available individually but
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-PS1-3
, MS-ESS3-3
, 4-ESS3-1
The Three Rs Reduce Reuse Recycle Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT & DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the three Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) explains:how overuse of natural resources hurts planet Earthwhy it's important to reduce, reuse, and recycle to help protect the environmenthow to reduce use of natural resourceshow to reuse things (like water bottles, shopping bags, etc.) what recycling is and how it worksThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google For
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
...
American Bison Informational Text Reading Unit Summer Reading Passages
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? Would you like your students to learn about American bison? This informational text unit will have your students reading about bison and the adaptations that help them to survive. They will learn about how bison were once almost hunted to extinction but have now made a substantial recovery due to conservation efforts. Student pages in printable PDF and Google Slides.Bison Reading Unit Includes:PhenomenaSuggested ScheduleTh
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Grades:
4th - 7th
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Also included in: Animal Adaptations Science Summer Reading Passages Ecosystem and Nature
Global Warming Climate Change Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about global warming and climate change explains:Earth's climate is heating up faster than it ever has beforewhy scientists are concerned about the increased rate of global warminghow the greenhouse gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat from the sun to warm the planethow human activities (like burning fossil fuels) add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere which could be speeding up global warminghow we can help fight climate changeThe passage includes 10 multiple
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
...
Types of Severe Weather Lesson: Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Thunderstorms & Blizzards
Elevate your teaching of severe weather dynamics with this Severe Weather Lesson Plan with lesson and Worksheet. Including types of severe weather such as thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes and blizzards, this resource offers an immersive exploration of severe weather science, adaptable to various learning preferences and settings. Equip your students with the knowledge to decipher and navigate the complexities of extreme weather events, fostering curiosity and a lifelong understanding of our
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Grades:
5th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-5
Kiss the Ground Documentary Soil Carbon and Climate Change NGSS Lesson
"Kiss the Ground" Documentary Soil Carbon and Climate Change Earth Day Environmental Science Lesson is perfect resource for teaching about agricultural practices, soil degradation, use of pesticides and fertilizers, desertification, and possible solutions. This resource includes:Learning ObjectivesKWL Chart Cause & Effect ChartThe connection between soil carbon and climate changeCurrent agricultural practices Soil background knowledgeCauses of Soil Degradation Problematic use of pesticides a
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Ecosystems, Food Chains and Food Webs Science Project (PBL)
This product is a Project Based Learning resource on ecosystems, food chains and food webs. Descriptions of forest, grassland, savanna, tundra, desert, freshwater and marine ecosystems are included, along with an example of one food chain and one food web for each ecosystem. There are 10 options for student recording sheets, 2 versions of student directions and 5 project cover options. All ecosystem information comes in color versions and black and white versions for printing. This project can a
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, 3-ESS3-1
, 4-ESS1-1
, MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
...
What is Composting STEM/STEAM Learning Unit
What is composting? This is an extremely important topic that should be used to teach our students about awareness for the environment. Composting is a great way to teach many scientific topics like how microorganisms decompose organic matter, soil make up, and even mathematical concepts like ratios. This unit does just that! It's completely integrated! Students will read and comprehend, practice needed vocabulary, complete STEM/STEAM challenges, use the Engineering Design Process, and more! We
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-ETS1-2
, 4-LS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
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Also included in: STEM Summer Project-Based Learning Units
Earth Day Science Reading Comprehension | Plastic And Pollution Activities
Expand student's knowledge of environmental issues by learning about natural and synthetic plastics. Print and digital resource with Google Slide file. Easy Prep planning for Earth Day and makes quick sub plans. Students expand their comprehension and vocabulary skills with concept maps, summary strategies, and a crossword. This Reading in the Content Area Lesson Includes:Google Slide Pages with editable text boxes for the student's answers.Google Slide Pages without text boxes for printing.Goog
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Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-PS1-2
, 4-ESS3-1
Pollution Air Land and Water Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the environmental impact of air, water, and land pollution explains:pollution is anything that contaminates our planetthere are three types of pollution: air, water, and landair pollution is created when we burn fossil fuels, releasing greenhouse gases that may lead to global warmingwater pollution is caused by garbage, oil, and chemicals getting into the waterland pollution is caused by litter and chemicals seeping into the groundthere are many simple a
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
...
Shark Tracking
What kid doesn't love sharks?!? In this 1 hour (modifiable) activity students will learn the basics behind shark tracking and tagging. They will then track a shark on their own using Ocearch's digital tracking website. After selecting a shark students will complete the "My Shark Summer Road Trip" activity which allows them to display their shark's journey and create a "Twitter" account for their shark! Who doesn't love sharing their travels on social media for the world to see! This activity con
Grades:
1st - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-5
, 2-LS4-1
, MS-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-4
Conduction, Convection & Radiation - How Earth's Atmosphere is Heated
Conduction, convection and radiation is the heat transfer process that occurs on Earth. This is a complete and no-prep digital and printable lesson on heat transfer in the atmosphere. This resource includes an easy to use notes sheet, vocabulary worksheet, review worksheet, vocabulary for word wall and objectives. Students will learn these three types of heat transfer and how it affects life on Earth. This product is in Google Drive and PDF and is easily downloaded to use in PowerPoint as well.-
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Grades:
5th - 7th
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Environment Earth Day Reading Comprehension Passages Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL
This bundle includes 8 easy to understand one page reading passages about environmental issues affecting Earth that cover:EarthClimateNatural ResourcesRenewable EnergyFossil FuelsPollutionGlobal WarmingThe Three Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle)Each passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing.This bundle is perfe
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, 4-ESS3-2
...
Ocean Marine Estuary Biomes Study Fast Facts MEGA Bundle PRINT DIGITAL (GROWING)
Learn about the Marine and Estuary biomes with this growing bundle. You will receive:Ocean Biome Printable Workbook Ocean Biome Virtual Field TripEstuary Biome Printable Workbook Estuary Biome Virtual Field TripAge and Duration:Ideal for 8-12 year-olds. This virtual field trip is so flexible and versatile it is very difficult to guage how long this would take - it could be rushed through quickly in 1-2 hours. It can take much longer depending on how much independent research and activities you w
Grades:
4th - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
4-ESS2-2
, 4-ESS2-1
STEM Design for Learning: Solar Cars, Boats, Planes, and Rovers Webquest Project
A Webquest for Real World Project-Based Learning Students become solar designers in this interactive STEM webquest that guides critical thinking and collaboration within the topics of solar energy and engineering. Working in teams, students choose to learn about either solar planes, cars, boats, or rovers and use what they have learned to design their own model of a solar powered vehicle. WebQuest project-based learning teaches children how to use essential skills for obtaining information and a
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-PS3-3
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS3-5
...
Climate Change Reading Comprehension for 5th Grade and Higher
Empower your students to understand climate change and how it impacts our world. -Through these engaging Reading Comprehension passages, quizzes and worksheets, students will explore a variety of climate change topics, while actively building literacy and comprehension skills.Climate Change Reading Comprehension includes 7 reading passages, questions and answers, and 6 puzzle worksheets to support vocabulary development. The engaging content integrates well with the science curriculum while at t
Grades:
5th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-5
BIOMES 360 VR ESCAPE ROOM/BREAKOUT-STEM
Unleash your students' curiosity as they delve into THE BIOMES OF THE WORLD, all while having a blast! This all-digital 360° VR escape/breakout room boasts 14 captivating virtual worlds and 26 exciting digital activities. Plus, you'll receive personalized student certificates via email once they complete the adventure. This comprehensive lesson package includes engaging digital activities, custom videos, digital posters, and automatically personalized student certificates. Best of all, there's n
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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Also included in: STEM / SCIENCE DIGITAL BREAKOUT/ACTIVITIES BUNDLE SAVINGS!
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