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8th grade basic principles internet activities
Graphing Project Data Analysis Great White Shark Project Graphing Activities
What kid isn’t fascinated by the mysterious and terrifying Great White Shark?! This paper OR digital graphing activity will get your students involved in graphing real data from the amazing website Ocearch! Students will learn about 4 different types of graphs–- bar graphs, scatterplots, pie charts, and line graphs–- and they will create 5 different graphs and analyze them using data they collect from the Ocearch database.Ocearch is a scientific data collection organization that tracks the movem
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-3
Kinetic vs. Potential Energy Virtual Lab
Using PhET simulations, students explore the relationship of kinetic and potential energy in a closed system. Students become aware of the Law of Conservation of Energy and also experiment with friction. The original version of this lab uses the following web page:https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/energy-skate-park-basicsHowever, PhET has created a new and improved version of this sim available here: https://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/energy-skate-park/latest/energy-skate-park_all.htmlT
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6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, MS-PS3-2
, MS-PS3-3
, MS-PS3-5
, MS-PS3-1
Also included in: Energy & Work Unit
Scientific Method Experimental Design Doodle Notes | Middle School Science
These scaffolded Experimental Design and Scientific Method Cornell Doodle Notes can be used to introduce students to the concepts of writing testable questions, defining manipulated (independent), responding (dependent), and standardizing (constant) variables, as well as controls. The notes stress the importance of making precise and accurate measurements, repeating trials, and taking detailed notes during an experiment. The last page of the notes provides a graphic organizer of the scientific m
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Grades:
7th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in: Physical Science Notes Doodle Notes Middle School Science Cornell Notes
Food Chains, Food Webs, and Energy Pyramids WebQuest
Students love a good inquiry-oriented lesson and this extensive webquest won’t disappoint. The purpose of this webquest is for students to learn about or review food chains, food webs, and energy pyramids. Students are lead through components of a webquest: introduction, task, process, and final task. Resources include videos, interactives, and readings. Students use QR Codes or embedded links to easily access the sites.Included with this webquest is an evaluation rubric and comprehensive an
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-3
Also included in: WebQuest GROWING Bundle
Bell Ringers Bell Work Warm Ups 200 Problem of the Day Science Questions
This set of science bell work, bell ringers, warm ups, problem of the day questions cover topics including general science skills, life science, physical science and earth science. This whole year bundle has over 200 problem of the day questions. These Science Starters focus on the study of matter & motion (physical science), cells and multicellular organisms (life science), rocks, minerals & soil (earth science) and lab safety, scientific method & data interpretation(science skill
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
, MS-PS3-2
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Virtual Density Lab
Students use PhET Sim to explore density in an inquiry based lab. Check out the Sim here:: http://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/density/latest/density_en.html?fbclid=IwAR09bUeRxx_DckEweccfg2_1DozdustsrS4RJYOtwDkaHwiyJ6RDzLTofPIThis lab first walks students through finding volume through water displacement. Then students explore densities of different materials with the same mass but different volume, same volume but different mass, and then same density but different masses and volumes. Finally
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-1
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-ESS2-5
Also included in: Weather Activity Bundle
Invasive Species WebQuest
Students are naturally intrigued by the concept of invasive species. The purpose of this inquiry-oriented lesson (in which the information that learners work with comes from the web) is for students to learn about invasive plants, animals, and other organisms around the world and in their own ecosystem. Students are led through components of a WebQuest: introduction, task, process, final task, and conclusion. Resources include videos and readings. Students can use QR Codes or embedded links
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: WebQuest GROWING Bundle
Potential and Kinetic Energy - Digital Boom Cards™ Sort
Potential and Kinetic Energy is such an important concept for students to understand. This interactive deck will allow your students to differentiate between Potential and Kinetic Energy with many different examples (28 total cards). This digital resource is hosted on Boom Learning™. Boom Cards™ require absolutely no printing, laminating, cutting, or grading. It's all done for you! Check out the preview for a free, playable demonstration.
PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING! This interactive
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Custom Bundle for DJ M.
Newton's Three Laws of Motion Webquest
This webquest is a fun way to incorporate technology into the 5E model of teaching Newton's 3 Laws. It can effectively be used as part of the Engage or Explore lessons. After an introductory section, there are simulations and manipulations to go along with each of the 3 laws. This product has been updated with the EASEL feature, perfect to use with distance or virtual learning! It can be assigned to students in a Google Classroom. You can either use the digital overlay already created, or c
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Six Science Webquests Bundle
Electric & Magnetic Forces Unit
Is lesson planning just too much on top of teaching on top of grading on top of classroom management on top of *ahem* living your life? Get all the resources you need to teach electric & magnetic forces in person, hybrid, or virtual with this excellent value-for-money bundle! These resources will save time, engage your students, and wow your administrators!NGSS Standards: MS-PS2-3 Ask questions about data to determine the factors that affect the strength of electric and magnetic forces. MS-
Grades:
6th - 9th
Newton's Laws of Motion DIGITAL WebQuest (NGSS aligned)
This engaging WebQuest can be completed individually, with partners, or in groups. The purpose of this WebQuest is for students to learn about Newton's Three Laws of Motion.Some topics in this WebQuest:*force *motion*Newton's First Law of Motion*Newton's Second Law of Motion*Newton's Third Law of Motion*F=maThis activity guides students through exploring information and videos through the use of embedded links. Students are led through components of a WebQuest: introduction, task, process, final
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-PS2-3
, MS-PS2-2
, MS-PS2-1
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Kim R.
Reading Graphs, Charts, and Diagrams Data Analysis Middle School Boom Cards
Engage your students and sharpen their data analysis and comprehension skills with this digital interactive activity hosted on Boom Learning™. This deck is all about reading science based graphs, charts, and diagrams. This is a No Prep! activity. It is ready to use right away! Reading graphs is challenging! Teach your students to master comprehending and analyzing charts, graphs, and diagrams. This deck gives students a graph and five questions to help them comprehend and analyze it. The d
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5th - 8th
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Analyzing Data & Interpreting Graphs Digital Task Cards for BOOM Learning BUNDLE
Great for both digital and traditional learning, this bundle contains three decks of twenty-five cards and one deck of nine cards for a total of 84 cards about data analysis and graph interpretation. Line graphs, bar graphs, and pie charts are all included. The question types include typing the correct response, answering True or False, and clicking the correct response.The Boom Decks included in this bundle are listed below:Analyzing Data and Interpreting Graphs Volume 1Analyzing Data and Inter
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Ecosystems Task Cards - Distance Learning Compatible Digital Boom Cards™
This interactive deck will challenge your students to learn the basics of ecosystems and energy flow. This digital resource is hosted on Boom Learning™. Boom Cards™ require absolutely no printing, laminating, cutting, or grading. It's all done for you!
PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING! This interactive Boom Cards™ set is a digital version of our Ecosystems Task Cards
This set covers the following concepts (36 cards):
-Producers, Consumers, Decomposers, and Scavengers
-Herbivores, Omnivores, a
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5th - 8th
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Sound Waves Webquest
This webquest was designed to provide students with an opportunity to use technology while learning about sound-related concepts such as characteristics of sound waves (pitch, frequency, Doppler Effect, etc) QR code and the web address is included!
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5th - 10th
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Scientific Method Digital Activities Interactive Google Slides Distance Learning
This scientific method digital activity for Google Slides will challenge your students to use their fundamental science knowledge in a variety of ways to demonstrate their mastery of the scientific method. This digital activity is 100% paperless and can be used in a variety of learning platforms including Google Classroom. Each of the 15 slides in this activity challenge students to drag and drop, type and/or insert pictures while applying their knowledge of the scientific method. This scientifi
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Scientific Method Bundle Digital Interactive and Printable Activities
Scientific Method Jeopardy Style Review Game
Engage Your Science Students with this Jeopardy-Style Experimental Design Game! Dive into essential topics like science vocabulary, variables, control groups, constants, and data graphing with this interactive game that my students absolutely love! It includes both PPT & Google Slides versions, making it perfect for any classroom setting.Why My Game Stands Out:Versatile Use: Ideal for assessing students' knowledge at the beginning of the year, re-energizing the last 15 minutes of class, and
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: Scientific Method and Metric System Bundle + Ice Breakers
Newton's Laws of Motion - Digital Boom Cards™ Sort
This interactive deck will allow your students to differentiate between and categorize Newton's 3 Laws of Motion with many different examples (30 total cards). This digital resource is hosted on Boom Learning™. Boom Cards™ require absolutely no printing, laminating, cutting, or grading. It's all done for you! Check out the preview for a free, playable demonstration.
PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING! This interactive Boom Cards™ set is a digital version of our Newton's Laws of Motion Card Sort A
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Custom Bundle for DJ M.
Science Lab Safety Task Cards - Distance Learning Compatible Digital Boom Cards™
This interactive deck will challenge your students to learn and review the basics of Science Lab Safety. This digital resource is hosted on Boom Learning™. Boom Cards™ require absolutely no printing, laminating, cutting, or grading. It's all done for you!PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING! This interactive Boom Cards™ set is a digital version of our Science Lab Safety Task CardsThis set covers the following concepts (26 cards):-Handling sharp objects-The uses of goggles-Fire Extinguisher-Fire Blanke
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5th - 8th
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Steps of the Scientific Method Spontaneous Generation Activity Online Video
GOOGLE DOCS and PRINT VERSION INCLUDED! Reinforce the steps of the scientific method and take advantage of an excellent online video about the spontaneous generation experiments of Francesco Redi and Louis Pasteur. As students analyze the experiments, they'll answer questions that review their understanding of the scientific process and testing hypotheses. Concepts Covered:How spontaneous generation was debunked by Redi and PasteurScientific processes, including asking a question, forming a h
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-3
Science Variables Digital Task Cards | Google Classroom and Distance Learning
This is a DIGITAL set of 24 task cards covering multiple representations independent variables, dependent variables, controls, constants, & testable questions.These make great assignments for distance learning or for homeschools!These task cards are created in GOOGLE FORMS and are assignable through Google Classroom or you can assign them directly using student's Gmail accounts. I have included instructions on how to assign them using both methods.These task cards are self-grading, students
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Science Variables Activity Bundle
Variables Digital Task Cards for the Scientific Method on BOOM Learning
These 26 digital task cards on the BOOM Learning website cover independent variables, dependent variables, and controlled variables in the scientific method. Students practice the definitions of each variable and practice identifying the variables in various hypotheses and scientific questions. These digital task cards work on laptops, desktops, Smart Boards, Chromebooks, tablets, and any other mobile devices that can access the Internet. They are self-grading and allow you to track student prog
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: Scientific Method HUGE Bundle: All of My Scientific Method Resources
CELLS & Compound Light Microscopes Virtual Lab/Simulation (Digital/Printable)
Looking for a virtual lab alternative for your introductory lab on the use of a compound light microscope and types of cells? Or do you need an alternative makeup lab for students who were absent? This virtual lab is interactive as students manipulate a virtual microscope and view specimens via the virtual eyepiece. Comprehension questions are included. Note: It is recommended that students have an understanding of prokaryote and eukaryote cells prior to completing this lab. Due to the web-based
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Cell Structure and Function BUNDLE
Types of Energy | Energy Transformations Activity | Lab | Digital
Looking for an engaging digital resource that covers types of energy? This energy lab will have your students identifying energy transformations. This forms of energy activity provides ample opportunity for students to determine how energy changes form. Students will determine the energy transformations that occur to generate wind energy, solar energy, nuclear energy, to power electric cars, and more! This resource includes 10 slides for students to complete.*Aligned to TEKS 6.9C Demonstrate ene
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: 8th Grade Science | Digital Activities | Bundle
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