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    Why Do Some Objects Fall Faster Than Others?

    Put Galileo's theories to the test with bricks and feathers! Introduce your pupils to the fundamentals of gravity with…

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    Which Metal Corrodes the Fastest?

    Time-lapse experiment that's great for a unit on states of matter Students test a variety of metals in water and salt…

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    Do Objects Float Better in Salt Water Than in Fresh Water?

    Will a bottlecap really float in salt water?Students will learn about density and surface tension with this printable…

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    Physics
    Density
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    Summer Reading (Grades 6-8)

    Variety of genres and interesting activities for all reading levels Help your students retain the reading skills the…

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    Salt or Sugar: Which Dissolves Faster in Different Liquids?

    Easy and fun hands-on chemistry experiment Students learn about molecules and solutions with this hands-on science…

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    Chemistry
    Chemical Mixtures and Solutions
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  • Food Groups

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    Food Groups

    Introduce your students to a lab that evaluates students' ability to use data and charts to find foods that meet daily…

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    Health
    Nutrition
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    In Which Liquids Do Seeds Grow Best?

    Green thumbs for everyone! Teach your pupils about horticulture and hydroponics with this hands-on printable science…

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    Plants and Botany
    Seeds and Pollination
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  • Identify the Parts of the Brain Activity

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    What Are the Parts of the Brain?

    In this science printable, students will list the main functions of brain parts and label a diagram of the brain. As a…

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    Human Body and Anatomy
    Brain and Nervous System
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    Recycled Art

    Students will use found and recycled objects to make art. Then, they will evaluate their artwork and how their group…

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    Earth Science
    Recycling
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    Does It Matter How Much Air Is in Your Basketball?

    Help students get a "handle" on understanding air pressure Students observe how different levels of air pressure affect…

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    Physics
    Motion and Energy (Mechanics)
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    Build a Volcano

    Build a volcano using common kitchen supplies. This fun science activity is perfect for National Chemistry Week…

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  • Activity: Relationships in an Ecosystem

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    Activity: Relationships in an Ecosystem

    Enrich your study of animals and ecosystems with this science activity. Students will use reference materials to…

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    Habitats and Ecosystems
    Animal Behavior
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  • Volcano Parts Labeled: Free Printable Worksheet

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    Volcano Parts Labeled: Free Printable Worksheet

    Volcano Parts Labeled: Free Printable Worksheet This printable can be used as a post-unit assessment for earth science…

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    Geology
    Volcanoes
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    What Materials Conduct Static Electricity Best?

    Learn about electricity in this "shocking" science experiment! In this hands-on science project, pupils build their own…

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    Electricity
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  • Gravity Activity Worksheet for Grades 6-12 Science

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    What Is Gravity? (Grades 6-12)

    Refer to the diagram of the solar system in this printable to answer questions about mass and gravity. As a skill…

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    Solar System
    Mass and Weight
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    What Foods Attract Ants?

    A creepy-crawly science project with legs! Students learn about ants and how they are able to locate food with this…

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    Insects
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    Observing Sound Waves

    Students will conduct an experiment that will allow them to see sound waves in action.

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    Physics
    Sound (Acoustics)
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  • Earthquakes and Volcanoes Lesson and Activities

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    Earthquakes and Volcanoes Lesson and Activities

    This lesson plan includes maps, colorful graphics, and activities to help students understand how volcanoes and…

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    Earth Science
    Natural Disasters
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    Dinosaur Unit

    A Dinosaur Unit will help students to explore facts about these extinct creatures in many curricular areas.

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    Earth Science
    Dinosaurs (Paleontology)
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  • Potential Kinetic Energy

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    Potential and Kinetic Energy

    Use this activity to help students learn the difference between potential and kinetic energy. The provided lesson plan…

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    Kinetic Energy
    Potential Energy
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    Island of the Blue Dolphins

    Island of the Blue Dolphins tells the story of an American Indian girl stranded on an island, alone, for 18 years. This…

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    Native-American History (American Indians)
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  • Name That Shark

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    Name That Shark

    Students identify 8 types of sharks.

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  • Which Soil Is Best for Plants?

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    Which Soil Is Best for Plants?

    Students are asked to identify which of two soil samples would be best for planting a garden. Assesses their…

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    Plants and Botany
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    Favorite Summer Activities Slideshow (K-8)

    View this collection of our favorite summer-themed activities, lessons, and printables. Click through the slideshow to…

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