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The Density of Saltwater

Through a hands-on chemistry experiment students will discover that salt water is denser than fresh water.

Subjects

Science

Chemistry

Chemical Mixtures and Solutions

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Learning about Levers

Students will make a lever to lift stones, and will learn the science behind levers.

Subjects

Science

Physics

Motion and Energy (Mechanics)

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Does Caffeine Increase Heart Rate?

Introduce your pupils to the properties of caffeine and its effects on the body with this printable science activity.…

Subjects

Science

Human Body and Anatomy

Science Projects

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Do Bean Plants Grow Better in Soil or in Water?

Pupils compare the growth of bean seeds submerged in water to traditionally potted bean plants in this printable science…

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Science

Biology

Plants and Botany

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Which Materials Insulate Best Against Wind Chill?

Introduce your pupils to the phenomena of wind chill with this printable science activity. Pupils test the insulation of…

Subjects

Science

Earth Science

Atmosphere and Air

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What Factors Most Affect Evaporation?

Improve pupils' knowledge of precipitation with this printable science activity. Pupils test various factors to…

Subjects

Science

Earth Science

Atmosphere and Air

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Can Water Make a Bottle Rocket Fly Higher?

Introduce pupils to Newton's third law of motion with this hands-on science activity. Find out if additional rocket…

Subjects

Science

Physics

Newton's Laws

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Mimics Survive -- Camouflaged Reptiles

Students recognize just how successful camouflage strategies can be for reptiles and amphibians.

Subjects

Rainforests

Habitats and Ecosystems

Ecology

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Star Patterns

Students view pictures of the Zodiac constellations, and learn the best time to see them.

Subjects:

Stars

Space and Astronomy

Science

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Scale Model of the Planets

Students learn the sizes of the planets and compare them to Earth. This activity includes Pluto as a planet, even though…

Subjects:

Science

Space and Astronomy

Planets

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The Snow-Bird Poetry Pack: Main Idea Identification

In this poetry activity, students attempt to determine the main idea the author wishes to present.

Subjects:

Main Idea and Supporting Details

Writing

Language Arts and Writing

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What Are Weather Fronts?

In this activity, students will learn about weather fronts. A lesson plan is included.

Subjects:

Earth Science

Weather

Science

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The Hairy Dog Poetry Pack

Read this poem about a hairy dog, then have students compare and contrast the dog in the poem with other dogs they know.

Subjects:

Literature

Poetry

Reading and Literature

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Calypso, Calypso and Silver Moon Boat

Students will sing folk songs from different ethnic origins, using stylistically appropriate articulation.

Subjects

Social Studies and History

Artists

Science

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Instant Expert: Plants

Become an instant expert on plants! Find motivational mini-lessons and the reference material you need to reinforce key…

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Science

Biology

Plants and Botany

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Instant Expert: Human Body

Become an instant expert on the human body. Find motivational mini-lessons and the reference material you need to…

Subjects:

Science

Human Body and Anatomy

Five Senses

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Instant Expert: Amphibians

Become an instant expert on amphibians. Find motivational mini-lessons and the reference material you need to introduce…

Subjects:

Amphibians

Ecology

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Seed Dispersal Mini-Lesson -- PowerPoint Slideshow

After fruits and seeds have been introduced, use these PowerPoint slides to show the various ways that seeds can be…

Subjects:

Science

Biology

Plants and Botany

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Meet the Mammals Mini-Lesson -- Powerpoint Slideshow

Use these PowerPoint slides to illustrate the great diversity among the different orders of mammals.Visit our DK Instant…

Subjects:

Mammals

Animals (Zoology)

Biology

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Introducing Deserts Mini-Lesson — PowerPoint Slideshow

Give students a general introduction to a desert ecosystem with these PowerPoint slides. Students will be introduced to…

Subjects:

Deserts

Habitats and Ecosystems

Animal Adaptation

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The Amazing Rain Forest Mini-Lesson — PowerPoint Slideshow

Give students a general introduction to rain forest ecology with these PowerPoint slides. Students will learn that…

Subjects:

Rainforests

Habitats and Ecosystems

Ecology

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Instant Expert: Rain Forests

Become an instant expert on rain forests. Find motivational mini-lessons and the reference material you need to…

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Science

Habitats and Ecosystems

Rainforests

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ACTIVITIES

Flower Power Vocabulary

Review vocabulary with a list about flowers aligns with the lesson Flower Power.

Subjects:

Science

Plants and Botany

Flowers

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Animal Speeds

Hand out a printable computer activity that teaches the basics of a spreadsheet. Students research how fast different…

Subjects:

Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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