Less than $5 3rd Grade Science Activities (by date, oldest first)

This no prep activity allows students to show what they've learned in the Parts of an Insect Emergent Reader or use it alone or as part of your own insect unit.

Students will sort crawly creatures into two categories: Insects or Not! A paragraph is included at the top to make sure the students remember just what makes an insect an insect.

Also available- Parts of an Insect Labeling Activity

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We hope you enjoy our FREE Autumn Mindfulness Hunt. Get outside and connect with nature! Download our FREE Autumn Mindfulness Hunt now!

Ask the children to use this worksheet to to record what they SEE, HEAR, SMELL and FEEL as they walk outside on a nice Autumn day.

Recommended sequence

1. Review the 5 senses.

2. Take a moment to tune in, breathe, and just be.

3. Give instructions for how to quietly be in the outside world, using keen observation and a relaxed mind to fill in this chart.

4. Give plenty of time for students to draw or write their findings.

5. Come together as a group and find out what people observed and any impact it had on them.

Tips for your mindfulness nature walk

1. Walk at a natural, slow pace. Take your time to take in the beauty of nature around you. Look around you. Notice the trees around you. Are they starting to change colors? Are they losing their leaves?
2. Take in deep breaths through your nose. Shift your awareness to your smell. What do you smell? Does it smell earthy? Do you smell the leaves around you?
3. Listen. What do you hear? Are there animals bustling around? Do you hear the leaves crunching underneath your feet?
4. Pick up a few leaves. How do they feel? Are they starting to decompose? Are they crunchy? What color are they?
5. Shift your attention back to walking. Feel the physical sensation of walking. One foot up, one foot down. Notice your feet touching the ground. How do you feel?
6. At the end of your walk, pause and take a moment. Stand still and take in a deep breath. Take a look around and notice your feelings.

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• states of matter
• solid
• liquid
• gas
• matter
• chemical property
• physical property
• classify
• mass

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• weathering
• soil
• erosion
• sedimentary rocks
• sediment
• fossils
• evidence
• fossil fuels
• geologic time

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• force
• motion
• work
• gravity
• friction
• spring scale
• simple machine
• pulley
• lever

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• energy transfer
• interact
• food chain
• food web
• carbon-oxygen cycle
• photosynthesis
• overpopulation
• environmental
• disturbance
• cell respiration

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• trait
• adaptation
• inherited trait
• learned behavior
• genetic material
• structure
• function
• offspring
• habitat

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• scientific method
• hypothesis
• identify
• investigate
• record
• data
• interpret
• infer
• conclusion

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• metamorphosis
• insect
• complete metamorphosis
• incomplete metamorphosis
• egg
• larva
• pupa
• nymph
• life cycle

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• energy
• mechanical energy
• light energy
• electrical energy
• sound energy
• thermal energy
• reflected light
• refracted light
• closed circuit

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• alternative energy
• wind energy
• solar energy
• hydroelectric energy
• geothermal energy
• ethanol
• recycle
• non-renewable energy
• renewable energy

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• axis
• rotation
• sunrise
• sunset
• horizon
• day/night cycle
• cardinal directions
• noon
• illuminate

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• freezing point
• boiling point
• Celsius scale
• ingredients
• phase change
• observe
• heating
• cooling
• predict

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• atmosphere
• meteorologist
• rain gauge
• anemometer
• weather front
• barometer
• wind / weathervane
• weather forecast
• Fahrenheit

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• float
• density
• solution
• compare
• magnetism
• sink
• conductor
• insulator
• mixture

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• tilt
• revolve
• seasons
• elliptical
• tides
• high tide
• low tide
• direct sunlight
• indirect sunlight

Each Card Sorts consists of 27 cards: 9 vocabulary terms, 9 full color images, and 9 student-friendly descriptions/definitions.

Terms included:

• landform
• delta
• canyon
• sand dune
• natural disaster
• landslide
• earthquake
• mountain
• volcanic eruption

This worksheet packet contains 19 pages that can be used to teach the life cycle of a penguin. Your students will learn life cycle vocabulary, penguin body part vocabulary, and can practice writing about the life cycle of a penguin.

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WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• 19-page PDF file
• 12 different activities to learn about and discuss the life cycle of a penguin
• Writing activities
• Cut & paste activities
• 2 make-your-own-book activities
• Penguin-themed word search

HOW IT WORKS

1. Print out the resource in either color, black & white, or both!
2. For the vocabulary worksheets, go over each word related to penguins and their life cycles and discuss what they mean. Then complete the worksheets.
3. Discuss the meaning of "life cycle" and tell the students about the life cycle of a penguin.
4. Using the writing worksheets, students can write 3-8 sentences about the life cycle of a penguin.
5. The mini-book worksheets can be used to go further into learning about the habitat and diet of a penguin.
6. The word search can be used for a quiet independent activity or a fun way for the students to work together.

WHO IS IT FOR?

• Elementary School Teachers: You'll love this as a resource to discuss the life cycle of a penguin and all the vocabulary that goes with it.
• Homeschooling Parents: This life cycle of a penguin packet has a variety of worksheets and activities to keep your child engaged.

FEATURES

• Each page is 8.5" x 11", but you can adjust this in your printer settings.

Are you searching for an engaging and educational way to teach children about human organs? Our "Human Organs Play-Doh Mats" offer a hands-on and interactive learning experience that makes anatomy fun. This set includes eight detailed Play-Doh mats, each focusing on a different human organ, available in both color and black-and-white versions. These mats are perfect for helping children learn about the human body through creative play.

Our Human Organs Play-Doh Mats include:

• Brain: Understand the structure and function of the brain.
• Lung: Explore the lungs and their role in the respiratory system.
• Liver: Learn about the liver and its vital functions in the body.
• Kidneys: Discover the kidneys and how they filter blood.
• Heart: Study the heart and its role in the circulatory system.
• Stomach: Understand the stomach's function in digestion.
• Intestines: Learn about the intestines and their role in nutrient absorption.
• Bladder: Explore the bladder and its role in the urinary system.

This resource is ideal for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers who want to provide an engaging and educational activity for children. It’s perfect for classroom science lessons, homeschooling projects, or fun at-home learning.

Enhance your child's understanding of human anatomy with our Interactive Human Organs Play-Doh Mats. Download today to make learning about the human body a fun and memorable experience!

IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.

Embark on an undersea adventure with our Ocean Animals Printable Craft Activity, a perfect blend of fun and education designed to spark curiosity about marine life. This engaging project allows children to learn about diverse ocean creatures through a creative and interactive medium. From the clownfish navigating coral reefs to the mysterious depths where the eel resides, each animal craft offers a unique opportunity to explore aquatic life and habitats.

KEY FEATURES:

• Wide Selection of Marine Animals: Features a curated selection of ocean creatures including the Clownfish, Eel, Stingray, Puffer Fish, Octopus, Jellyfish, Angelfish, Sea Lion, and Whale, highlighting the diversity of marine life.
• Color and Black-and-White Options: Each craft is available in vibrant, pre-colored templates for quick assembly and in black-and-white for personalized coloring, suiting various preferences and educational needs.
• Hands-On Learning Experience: Supports tactile learning through cutting and pasting, enhancing fine motor skills and fostering a deeper connection with the subject matter.
• Educational Insights: An invaluable resource for teaching about marine ecosystems, animal adaptations, and the importance of ocean conservation.
• Easy to Assemble: Designed with simplicity in mind, these print-and-go templates make setting up an educational activity effortless, whether at home or in the classroom.

Set sail on a crafting voyage with the Ocean Animals Printable Craft Activity, where educational exploration meets creative play. This activity not only deepens children's appreciation and knowledge of the ocean's wonders but also highlights the importance of preserving these natural treasures. Dive in and let the discovery begin!

IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Child Development and Play Activities." Through this resource, parents will gain practical insights into how different types of play contribute to their child's overall development. The information sheet provides simple and engaging ideas for fostering cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through play. By incorporating these activities, young learners can develop essential skills while enjoying the fun and creativity that play brings to their everyday lives.