Earth Sciences Laboratory (by date, oldest first)

Looking for a ready to go made lesson for ocean density and salinity? This activity include:

• slides presentation to present to students.
• lab/demonstration directions for students and teachers
• handout for student lab worksheet

Great for homeschool or school setting! Videos are included!

Tennessee State Standards

• 6.PS3.4 - Conduct an investigation to demonstrate the way that heat (thermal energy) moves among objects through radiation, conduction, or convection.
• 6.ESS2.1 - Gather evidence to justify that oceanic convection currents are caused by the sun’s transfer of heat energy and differences in salt concentration leading to global water movement.
• 6.ESS2.3 - Construct an explanation for how atmospheric flow, geographic features, and ocean currents affect the climate of a region through heat transfer.

NGSS - Middle School

• MS-ESS2-6 - Develop and use a model to describe how unequal heating and rotation of the Earth cause patterns of atmospheric and oceanic circulation that determine regional climates.

Unlock the mysteries of ocean currents with a unique and engaging classroom lesson that brings science to life! This lesson uses adorable rubber ducks to illustrate how ocean currents function and impact the planet. Great for visual and kinesthetic learners.

Looking for a inquiry based investigation ready to go lesson for teaching ocean currents? This activity includes...

• Google slides to go through with students.
• Student handout link
• Tips in the Speaker notes on the Slides
• Exit ticket to assess learning
• Rubber ducks!

Tennessee State Standards

• 6.ESS2.1 - Gather evidence to justify that oceanic convection currents are caused by the sun’s transfer of heat energy and differences in salt concentration leading to global water movement. 

NGSS - Middle School

• MS-ESS2-6 - Develop and use a model to describe how unequal heating and rotation of the Earth cause patterns of atmospheric and oceanic circulation that determine regional climates.

Very fun and interactive activity for students learning about ocean currents and density.

Are you looking for ways to encourage your children to respect nature? Are you looking for ways to get your kids outdoors? My Nature Journal encourages exploration, investigation, and creativity. Nature Tips are given to help studnets learn how to respoct the outdoors. There's a "Quick Trip Log" (not the gas station) where students can keep track of all their journeys. There are two pages for every outing to allow students to reflect on what they see, hear, feel and smell. There are multiple Scavenger Hunts that can be used to look for different things on every outing.

There's so much here for children to do while they are outdoors!

Looking to engage your students in an exciting hands-on science experiment? Dive into the fascinating world of earth science with our Stream Table Lab resource.

Watch as your students become geologists in action, simulating natural phenomena right in the classroom!

What you'll get:

• Detailed instructions for setting up and conducting the experiment
• Materials list for easy preparation
• Discussion questions to deepen understanding

Empower your students to think like scientists as they observe, analyze, and draw conclusions from their observations. Spark curiosity and inspire learning with this engaging Stream Table Lab!

• Looking for realistic pictures of science tools for your science lab or classroom?!
• This is the perfect resource for you! I have taken 35 photographs of science tools that I have in my lab!
• These are perfect for bulletin boards, when introducing tools, or when having students write about lab experiences!
• Below is a list of the tools that I have made posters for. If there is a 2 by the item it is because I have the tool at two levels (elementary and upper grades).

pan balance

triple beam balance

gram weights (2)

microscope

tweezers

droppers

microscope slides

magnifying glasses (2)

magnifier (primary)

measuring tape

ruler

timer

compass

pulley

safety goggles (2)

flashlight

thermometer

spring scales

magnets

alligator clips

knife switch (one also labeled electrical switch)

battery holder

multitester

computer chips

graduated cylinders

measuring spoons

funnels

stethoscope

Galileo thermometer

prisms

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Are you looking for a hands-on, inquiry-based lab for your middle school students that covers watersheds and human impact on water supply? Then check this out! In this lab, students will crumple a piece of paper, use markers to draw various landmarks and landforms on the paper, and then spray water over the paper to simulate rain flowing through a watershed. Students will be able to observe how water travels from areas of higher elevation to lower elevation due to gravity. Additionally, students will learn how humans impact the environment by leaving pollution on Earth's surface, which gets transported into the water supply. This lab also includes detailed step by step instructions and post-lab questions.

An answer key is included.

Materials needed: markers, plain paper, spray bottles, and water.

Your students will:

• Apply knowledge
• Practice concepts 
• Use observation skills
• Demonstrate understanding
• Analyze data
• Apply key terms and definitions
• Engage in visual and hands-on learning
• Explore real world problems