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Atom Learning - Twinkl
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9 to 12
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Twinkl offers a collection of over twenty teaching resources focused on atoms and related chemistry topics. Lessons include Atoms and Elements, Compounds, The Periodic Table, Metals...more
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Twinkl offers a collection of over twenty teaching resources focused on atoms and related chemistry topics. Lessons include Atoms and Elements, Compounds, The Periodic Table, Metals and Non-Metals, and Alkali, along with worksheets on topics such as Halogen Displacement Reactions, Structure of the Periodic Table, Chemical Symbols and Formulae, and Properties of Materials. To access these materials, users must create a free Twinkl account; however, access may be limited for some resources.
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tag(s): atoms (43), elements (32), periodic table (49)
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After learning about atoms and elements, have students use craft materials (beads, pipe cleaners, or clay) to build models of simple atoms, showing protons, neutrons, and electrons. Using Twinkl's Structure of the Periodic Table worksheet, organize a class competition where students complete a jigsaw-style puzzle of the periodic table. Have students explore everyday objects (like salt, aluminum foil, or water) and identify the elements or compounds they're made from using Twinkl's Properties of Materials resources.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Sky.org Online Planetarium - Dominic Ford
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4 to 12
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The In-The-Sky.org Online Planetarium is an interactive, browser-based tool that allows educators and students to explore the night sky from any location on Earth. Users can adjust...more
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The In-The-Sky.org Online Planetarium is an interactive, browser-based tool that allows educators and students to explore the night sky from any location on Earth. Users can adjust the date and time to view the positions of stars, planets, constellations, and deep-sky objects as they appear in real-time or at any chosen moment. The platform offers customization options, including the ability to toggle constellation labels, select different sky color schemes, and export star charts for classroom use. This resource is particularly valuable for teaching concepts related to astronomy, celestial navigation, and cultural interpretations of the night sky.
In the Classroom
Have students use the live sky map to locate and label 5-10 constellations visible from their location. Have students view the sky map weekly and record any changes in visible constellations, the moon's phase, or the positions of planets. Over several weeks, students can use a sky map to track a specific planet (such as Mars or Jupiter) and graph its movement across the sky. The graphs can be made on paper or digitally using ClassTools reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Stellarium Web Online Star Map - Stellarium
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3 to 12
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Want to bring the universe into your classroom without leaving your seat? Stellarium Web is a free, browser-based planetarium that turns any device into a window to the night sky. ...more
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Want to bring the universe into your classroom without leaving your seat? Stellarium Web is a free, browser-based planetarium that turns any device into a window to the night sky. It provides a realistic, interactive view of the stars, planets, and constellations, tailored to your location and time. Students can zoom in on planets, explore myths behind constellations, or even watch celestial events like eclipses unfold. Perfect for grades 3-12, Stellarium Web supports both science and storytelling lessons with an engaging, hands-on experience -- no downloads required!
tag(s): myths and legends (43), planets (125), space (238), stars (79)
In the Classroom
Set the Stellarium view to the current night sky and challenge students to find and name visible constellations. Have them use the search tool or guide them to "hunt" for constellations like Orion, Ursa Major, or Cassiopeia. Have students explore planets in Stellarium Web (clicking on planets reveals data), then have them complete a "planet passport" by recording information such as size, number of moons, temperature, or visibility. The passport can be made on paper or using a digital tool such as ePubEditor reviewed here. After identifying constellations, students can research the mythology behind one of them (ex., Perseus or Hercules). Assign them to write a summary or create a comic strip using Free Comic Strip Maker reviewed here retelling the story of the constellation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Timeline Templates - Genially
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4 to 12
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Genially's timeline templates offer educators an engaging and visually dynamic way to present chronological information. These templates are fully customizable, allowing teachers to...more
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Genially's timeline templates offer educators an engaging and visually dynamic way to present chronological information. These templates are fully customizable, allowing teachers to add text, images, icons, and interactive elements to highlight key events or concepts in subjects like history, literature, or science. With a variety of styles--such as vertical, horizontal, or circular layouts--teachers can easily tailor timelines to fit their lesson goals and student needs.
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tag(s): digital storytelling (158), infographics (68), multimedia (56), timelines (58)
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Students can retell events from a novel or a historical figure's life using a timeline with images and clickable text, making reading comprehension more interactive and visual. Have students create timelines that connect historical events with scientific discoveries or literary works from the same era. Assign specific events to different students or groups to add to a shared timeline, promoting teamwork and reinforcing sequencing skills. Students can build a yearlong timeline of their learning journey, showcasing key projects, reflections, and academic milestones to share during student-led conferences.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NASA's Eyes on the Solar System - NASA
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5 to 12
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NASA's Eyes on the Solar System website is an interactive visualization tool that lets students and educators explore planets, moons, asteroids, spacecraft, and missions in real...more
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NASA's Eyes on the Solar System website is an interactive visualization tool that lets students and educators explore planets, moons, asteroids, spacecraft, and missions in real time, as well as in the past and future. Created by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the site offers an engaging 3D experience where users can track active missions, such as Perseverance on Mars, simulate spacecraft trajectories, and explore the solar system from various perspectives. It's a dynamic resource for bringing space science to life in the classroom, supporting lessons on astronomy, physics, and Earth science.
tag(s): gravity (50), rockets (14), simulations (45), space (238)
In the Classroom
Assign each student a planet, moon, or asteroid and have them use "Eyes on the Solar System" to gather facts (orbit, surface features, missions, etc.). They can create a mini digital report using Genially reviewed here or Canva Edu reviewed here. Have students select a spacecraft and simulate its path from Earth to its target. Afterward, discuss how gravity assists and orbital mechanics work. In small groups, assign students to design their space mission: target, goals, launch date, route, etc. They can use the website to simulate where and when the mission would travel and explain their choices.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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SPACEX- ISS Docking Simulator - Shane Mielke
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6 to 12
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The SpaceX ISS Docking Simulator is a free, interactive website where students can practice docking a spacecraft with the International Space Station, just as real astronauts do. It...more
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The SpaceX ISS Docking Simulator is a free, interactive website where students can practice docking a spacecraft with the International Space Station, just as real astronauts do. It uses the same controls NASA astronauts use on SpaceX missions. Students move and rotate the spacecraft to align it with the target and complete docking. This activity helps students practice careful thinking, patience, and problem-solving. It's a fun and challenging way to explore space science and can be used in middle school and up to teach about space travel and how things move in space.
tag(s): problem solving (266), simulations (45), space (238)
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Students can attempt to dock the Crew Dragon spacecraft to the ISS manually. Time their attempts or track how many tries it takes to succeed. Break the class into two teams: one uses only translation controls (X, Y, Z), the other uses only rotation (pitch, yaw, roll). Then have them combine both to complete the docking. Have students create a step-by-step guide or video tutorial for new "astronaut trainees" explaining how to use the simulator. They can use moovly reviewed hereAdd your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Gravity Simulator - Darrell A. Huffman
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6 to 12
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GravitySimulator.org is an interactive, 3D web platform that lets you explore and simulate gravitational dynamics in our solar system and beyond. Using real astronomical data, the simulator...more
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GravitySimulator.org is an interactive, 3D web platform that lets you explore and simulate gravitational dynamics in our solar system and beyond. Using real astronomical data, the simulator offers a range of pre-built scenarios -- including planetary orbits, asteroid trajectories, and spacecraft missions -- as well as the ability to create custom simulations. Users can add, remove, and modify celestial bodies, adjusting parameters like mass and velocity to observe how these changes affect gravitational interactions. The platform also supports the exploration of exoplanetary systems and complex phenomena such as galaxy collisions.
tag(s): gravity (50), mass (21), planets (125), simulations (45), solar system (123), space (238)
In the Classroom
In groups, have students design a solar system with a star and 3-4 planets on the website. They adjust mass and distance to create stable orbits. Students can launch an asteroid using GravitySimulator.org toward Earth and try to change its path using gravity from other planets or objects. Have students select an exoplanet simulation and compare it to our solar system.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Force and Motion: Study Jams! - Scholastic Inc.
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3 to 6
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The Force and Motion module on Scholastic's StudyJams! is an interactive science resource for upper elementary students. This engaging platform offers animated videos, vocabulary...more
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The Force and Motion module on Scholastic's StudyJams! is an interactive science resource for upper elementary students. This engaging platform offers animated videos, vocabulary support, and self-check quizzes to help students grasp fundamental physics concepts, including force, motion, and friction. By integrating multimedia elements, StudyJams! facilitates a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles, making it an effective tool for both classroom instruction and independent learning.
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Have students walk around the classroom (or school) and record examples of real-life force and motion--pushing a chair, opening a door, dropping a pencil. They can label each as a push or pull and describe the direction and force involved. Students can create a flipbook with key terms from StudyJams! video: force, motion, friction, gravity, acceleration. Under each flap, they can write definitions, draw pictures, and provide examples. To complete this activity digitally, make a template using Google Slides reviewed here and have students work with that. Using a toy car, have students test how it moves over different surfaces (carpet, tile, cardboard, sandpaper). They can measure and compare distances traveled, then graph results using ClassTools reviewed here to discuss how friction affects motion.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Fish Force - PBS Kids
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K to 2
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The Fish Force game on PBS KIDS is an engaging, interactive resource that helps elementary students explore fundamental physics concepts such as force, motion, and friction....more
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The Fish Force game on PBS KIDS is an engaging, interactive resource that helps elementary students explore fundamental physics concepts such as force, motion, and friction. In this game, students assist Ruff Ruffman in rescuing his plushie from an ice rink by applying scientific inquiry to predict and investigate how different forces affect motion. Through gameplay, students experiment with variables like force and angle, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a fun, game-based environment.
tag(s): energy (138), forces (46), friction (12), motion (55), Problem Based Learning (14), problem solving (266), STEM (343)
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Introduce the concept of force by showing images or toys in motion, and have students sort them into "push" or "pull" categories. Follow up with a class discussion about how force makes things move. Recreate a mini "ice rink" using a smooth surface (like wax paper or a tray) and small stuffed animals. Let students experiment with gently pushing toys to simulate Ruff's rescue mission and observe how different surfaces affect movement. Give students toy cars and ramps. Let them experiment by varying the ramp height and recording how far the vehicle travels. Have them discuss how force changes with ramp height. In small groups, students can design their own tabletop game using marbles, paper, and toys. The goal is to move an object using force, without touching it directly! They'll think about angles, direction, and strength of force.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Force, Motion, Friction and Energy - Baylor College of Medicine
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4 to 6
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The "Force, Motion, Friction and Energy" module on BioEd Online is a dynamic STEM resource developed by Baylor College of Medicine in collaboration with the Hess Corporation. The program...more
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The "Force, Motion, Friction and Energy" module on BioEd Online is a dynamic STEM resource developed by Baylor College of Medicine in collaboration with the Hess Corporation. The program offers hands-on, inquiry-based activities that explore fundamental physics concepts such as friction, speed, and energy transfer. Utilizing the 2016 Hess Toy Truck and Dragster, students engage in experiments like measuring how different surfaces affect travel distance, calculating average speed, and attempting to break a "world record" car jump. The curriculum is flexible, allowing lessons to be used sequentially or independently, and includes downloadable teacher guides and classroom slides to support instruction.
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Substitute any similar toy truck or dragster model to include in your experiments. Have students set up a simple ramp with different surface materials (sandpaper, felt, plastic, cardboard). Have students release toy vehicles from the top and observe how surface texture affects speed and distance. After completing hands-on trials, have students create diagrams showing how energy is transformed (ex, potential to kinetic energy) during motion. They can annotate with real observations from the toy truck experiments. In small groups, have students choose a question about force or motion (ex., "How does weight affect travel distance?"). They can plan and conduct an experiment, record data, and share results using charts or a short presentation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI Trust You - Laguna Beach USD Innovators
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K to 12
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AI Trust You is an add-on for Google Docs that helps teachers and students navigate AI use by creating a shared script and promoting integrity. Before installing this add-on, visit...more
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AI Trust You is an add-on for Google Docs that helps teachers and students navigate AI use by creating a shared script and promoting integrity. Before installing this add-on, visit AI Trust You's information page located here to learn more about the features and how to use this tool. Using the add-on, teachers select from four AI categories to specify how students can use AI during the assignment. The categories are content creation, content understanding, research assistance, and audio-visual generation. Students then select the name of their AI tool, the techniques used, and the percentage of AI-assisted work, and the AI Trust You add-on generates a citation to document the use of AI.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (257), digital citizenship (103)
In the Classroom
As you try to navigate using AI in your classroom, this site provides some helpful guidelines and ideas, even if you don't use the add-on. If you use Google products, use the add-on to guide students on how to use AI ethically and with documentation. When not using the add-on, incorporate the guidelines for categories to use AI to help students understand the appropriate use of AI. Supplement information available from AI Trust You with ideas for incorporating AI in the classroom using information from the AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit, reviewed here. The toolkit includes information for educators on using AI in the classroom and suggestions for when and when not to allow students to use AI in assignments.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Balloon Races - Annenberg Learner
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K to 6
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The Balloon Race lesson from Annenberg Learner's Project Playbook: Educator Edition is a hands-on STEM activity designed for 8th-grade students to explore the principles of forces...more
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The Balloon Race lesson from Annenberg Learner's Project Playbook: Educator Edition is a hands-on STEM activity designed for 8th-grade students to explore the principles of forces and motion. In this engaging experiment, students design and race balloon-powered vehicles, applying Newton's laws of motion to test how thrust, friction, and mass impact performance. The lesson includes clear, step-by-step instructions, a materials list, and guiding questions to promote inquiry and critical thinking. It's an excellent resource for integrating engineering design and physical science in a fun, collaborative classroom challenge. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): engineering (136), forces (46), friction (12), mass (21), motion (55), newton (24), STEM (343)
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Host a competition where students modify their balloon racers and track distances, speed, and times. Introduce awards for creativity, best design, and most improved racer. Have students redesign their racers after evaluating performance, then write a reflection on how their understanding of forces informed the changes. Ask students to run multiple trials and create graphs showing the relationship between balloon size (volume) and racer distance or speed. Use Class Tools reviewed here or Canva Infographic Creator reviewed here to make the graphs digitally.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Rock Cycle Worksheets - Science Facts
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4 to 7
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The Science Facts website offers a collection of free, printable rock cycle worksheets. These resources include various activities, such as fill-in-the-blank exercises, diagram labeling,...more
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The Science Facts website offers a collection of free, printable rock cycle worksheets. These resources include various activities, such as fill-in-the-blank exercises, diagram labeling, flowcharts, and comprehension questions, all designed to reinforce students' understanding of the rock cycle. Each worksheet is accompanied by answer keys, facilitating easy assessment and self-correction. These materials are ideal for classroom instruction, homework assignments, or supplementary practice, providing educators with versatile tools to enhance their Earth science curriculum. Follow the links to download and print the PDF worksheets.
tag(s): rock cycle (26), rocks (44)
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Give students picture cards of rocks (igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic) and rock cycle processes (melting, erosion, heat/pressure). Ask them to arrange the cards into the correct sequence of the rock cycle on a desk or bulletin board. Use the ScienceFacts.net labeling worksheet or create your own blank rock cycle diagram. Have students fill in the parts and add arrows to show the transitions. Then pair up to compare and explain their diagrams. Students can create a comic strip on paper or using Free Comic Strip Maker reviewed here illustrating the transformation of a rock as it moves through the rock cycle. Include captions, processes, and labels for scientific accuracy.
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FlipHTML5 - FlipHTML5
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K to 12
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Create flipbooks from your documents or artificial intelligence, or start from scratch with FlipHTML5. Free plans offer five daily uploads, six pre-designed layouts, and mobile-friendly...more
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Create flipbooks from your documents or artificial intelligence, or start from scratch with FlipHTML5. Free plans offer five daily uploads, six pre-designed layouts, and mobile-friendly options. Choose from several language options to include in the book's contents. Choose from several AI generators for creating storybooks, magazines, flashcards, and more. Utilizing the AI generator to create a book requires several minutes, so it's important to plan for this option ahead of time.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (257), digital storytelling (158)
In the Classroom
Upload PDF versions of students' writing to create a digital classbook. Use one of the many tools available from TinyWow reviewed here to convert images and documents into PDF files to use with FlipHTML5. Make a flipbook of a presentation as an engaging alternative to a web page or PowerPoint. Share classroom information such as rules and expectations in an easy-to-read format. Use this resource as a great way to bring digital storytelling upfront in your classroom. Make photosynthesis a story instead of bits of equations and information. Portray a historical period or create books of different political or societal opinions. Create a flipbook with the viewpoints and personalities of characters in a story. Practice a different language by creating a themed flipbook. Lower grades can combine writing into a class flipbook to be shared online or read aloud. Any written assignment can easily be re-visioned as a flipbook! Make your literary magazine a flipbook or build new poetry collections during poetry month. Share all your flipbooks on individual laptops, the interactive whiteboard, or the projector. Create simple flipbooks of Dolch words for beginning readers.Edge Features:
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KS2 Oh No, Not Rocks For Dinner Again! - The Geological Society
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The Geological Society's "Oh no, not rocks for dinner again!" lesson plan is a Key Stage 2 (KS2) educational resource designed to help students explore the presence and importance of...more
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The Geological Society's "Oh no, not rocks for dinner again!" lesson plan is a Key Stage 2 (KS2) educational resource designed to help students explore the presence and importance of rocks and minerals in everyday life, particularly related to meals. The lesson plan covers various topics, including the use of clay in crockery, metals in cutlery, minerals in food and drink, and the role of rocks in producing paper and plastics. It also emphasizes the significance of recycling and the sustainable use of Earth's resources. The resource includes practical activities and discussion prompts to engage students in understanding the geological aspects of common household items.
tag(s): rock cycle (26), rocks (44)
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Have students examine a paper plate filled with images or real items (cutlery, food packaging, dishes). Ask: "Which of these come from rocks?" and spark curiosity with surprising answers, such as salt, baking soda, and aluminum foil. Present everyday objects (ex., toothpaste, pencils, smartphones) and let students guess which minerals or rocks they contain. Use clues to make it interactive and surprising. Create digital drag-and-drop worksheets using Wizer.me, reviewed here. Assign students a scavenger hunt in which they list all the things in their homes or classrooms that involve rocks/minerals. Encourage them to record the item, its material, and its rock origin if known. Add excitement to your scavenger hunt using Goosechase for Edu, reviewed here and have students compete in teams.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Hands-On Rock Cycle - Our Journey Westward
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3 to 7
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The "Hands-On Rock Cycle: Crayons & Cookies" activity from Our Journey Westward offers an engaging and tactile approach to teaching the rock cycle, ideal for upper elementary and middle...more
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The "Hands-On Rock Cycle: Crayons & Cookies" activity from Our Journey Westward offers an engaging and tactile approach to teaching the rock cycle, ideal for upper elementary and middle school students. Using everyday materials like crayons and aluminum foil, students simulate the formation of sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks by applying pressure and heat to crayon shavings. This creative method allows learners to observe the physical changes that mimic natural geological processes. The activity also includes an edible extension where students create treats representing each rock type, such as layered bars for sedimentary rocks, cookies for metamorphic rocks, and fudge for igneous rocks, making abstract concepts more concrete and memorable.
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Guide students through an edible rock cycle lab where they create models of each rock type using treats. Layered snacks, such as cereal bars, represent sedimentary rocks, while pressed or swirled cookie dough simulates metamorphic rocks, and melted and cooled fudge acts as igneous rock. Students can participate in a rock cycle role-play game, where they assume the role of particles moving through various Earth processes. Stations are set up around the room to represent multiple locations, including volcanoes, oceans, and mountains. Have students use crayons for a rock cycle simulation, where they use crayon shavings to model the formation of rocks. By layering and pressing the shavings, they simulate the formation of sedimentary rocks. Applying heat and pressure mimics the formation of metamorphic rocks, and melting and cooling the crayons demonstrates how igneous rocks form.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Build an Atom - Making Matter
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6 to 8
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The "Build an Atom" interactive module from ORISE's Harnessed Atom curriculum offers a dynamic, student-centered experience for middle school science classes. In this activity, students...more
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The "Build an Atom" interactive module from ORISE's Harnessed Atom curriculum offers a dynamic, student-centered experience for middle school science classes. In this activity, students construct virtual atoms by adding protons, neutrons, and electrons, using the Periodic Table to guide their choices and observing how these changes affect the element's identity, atomic mass, and charge. Designed to reinforce the idea that matter is made of atoms, the tool helps students understand atomic structure, isotopes, and how the Periodic Table organizes elements. It's an ideal hands-on resource for exploring core chemistry concepts through inquiry and interactive learning.
tag(s): atoms (43), periodic table (49)
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Provide colored balls, stickers, or beads representing protons, neutrons, and electrons, and have students work in small teams to physically construct atom models based on chosen elements from the Periodic Table. Use the PhET "Build an Atom" simulation to let students manipulate protons, neutrons, and electrons. Have students choose an element and research a common isotope of that element. They can prepare a creative presentation such as a comic strip using Witty Comics, reviewed here or a poster explaining its atomic structure, real-world uses, and why isotopes are essential in fields like medicine or archaeology.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Atomic Structure - PBS Learning Media
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8 to 12
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PBS Learning Media: Atomic Structure is an interactive lesson from ChemThink that allows students to learn about atomic structure. Follow the directions to understand individual atoms...more
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PBS Learning Media: Atomic Structure is an interactive lesson from ChemThink that allows students to learn about atomic structure. Follow the directions to understand individual atoms and investigate particle types, their properties, and their relative locations. Supporting material for students includes a background essay and discussion questions. The activity can be shared via Google Classroom as a link and consists of a build-a-lesson component. Atomic Structure aligns with State Standards.
tag(s): atoms (43)
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Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post questions or comments. Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to take notes while completing the activity. Have students work in small teams to build a model "atom" using colored balls or stickers (protons, neutrons, electrons). Each team can race to assemble the correct number of subatomic particles based on atomic number. Use the interactive tutorial on the site to have students manipulate virtual atoms -- adding or removing particles and observing changes in element identity or charge.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Chemical Reactions in Biology - Crash Course
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9 to 12
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This engaging CrashCourse Biology video is a dynamic resource for middle and high school science teachers looking to explore the fundamentals of chemical reactions in living systems....more
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This engaging CrashCourse Biology video is a dynamic resource for middle and high school science teachers looking to explore the fundamentals of chemical reactions in living systems. Hosted by CrashCourse's expert presenter, the video connects core concepts -- such as the laws of thermodynamics, ATP as the cell's energy currency, exergonic vs. endergonic reactions, and enzyme function -- to real-life cellular processes. It explains how energy flows within cells, why enzymes are critical for accelerating reactions, and how metabolic pathways operate, all in a lively, accessible style. Perfect for introducing or reinforcing lesson units on cellular biology, energy transformation, or metabolic function, this video pairs well with guided notes or class discussion. It's also supported by educator materials aligned with NGSS standards
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Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post questions or comments after watching the videos. Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to take notes while watching the video. Have students participate in an "Enzyme Action Simulation" in which they act out enzyme-substrate interactions by matching and completing simple tasks, such as assembling molecular models.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Stoichiometry of Chemical Reactions - Stoichiometry of Chemical Reactions
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9 to 12
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Stoichiometry of Chemical Reactions offers a free chapter that describes how to represent chemical reactions using chemical equations, classify common chemical reactions by identifying...more
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Stoichiometry of Chemical Reactions offers a free chapter that describes how to represent chemical reactions using chemical equations, classify common chemical reactions by identifying patterns of reactivity, and determine the quantitative relationships between the amounts of substances involved in chemical reactions. The chapter contains the topics - Examples, Links to Examples, Chemistry in Everyday Life, How Sciences Interconnect, Key Terms, and Exercises.
tag(s): chemicals (36), equations (132), periodic table (49)
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Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post questions or comments. Students can use Google Drawings reviewed here to post their chemical equations. Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to collaborative work on solving equations.
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