Less than $5 Kindergarten Science Lesson (by price, low to high)

STEAM Challenge - Design a parachute for Santa to land safely in the event of a crash landing.

Premise: the NTSB requires that Santa have specific safety gear in order to be able to fly on Christmas Eve. Students are to design a parachute that will get Santa safely and slowly to the ground.

Package includes: Introduction script (Breaking News), Materials list and student work sheet.

Extensions: graph the student times.

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This fun and colorful picture sort is ideal for teaching students about animal classifications and groups! This can be used in a center, for small groups, whole class, or independently! Students are asked to sort animal picture cards into the following categories: mammals, birds, fish, insects, and reptiles/amphibians. Can be modified for younger grades (sorting, matching, grouping) and be used in upper grades (classifications, animal groupings, similar characteristics).

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Supercharge Learning with Hot or Cold Identification Slides!

Boost Engagement & Critical Thinking in Your Classroom!

Struggling to keep your students engaged during morning meetings or wrap-ups? Look no further than these interactive Hot or Cold Identification Slides! This dynamic resource is packed with benefits for students of all ages:

• Interactive Fun: Lively visuals and an engaging guessing game format make learning about hot and cold a blast!
• Critical Thinking Challenge: Thought-provoking questions at the end of each slide push students to analyze and apply their knowledge.
• Dynamic & Engaging: These visually stimulating slides keep your classroom environment exciting and interactive.
• Reinforced Learning: By actively participating and discussing hot and cold concepts, students solidify their understanding.
• Spark Discussions: The engaging format naturally ignites lively discussions and reinforces communication skills.

Perfect for:

• Morning Meetings
• Review Activities
• End-of-Day Wrap-Ups
• Science Lessons (Temperature & States of Matter)

Make Learning a Joyful Adventure!

These Hot or Cold Identification Slides are the perfect way to transform dry concepts into an engaging learning experience. Students will be having so much fun they won't even realize they're mastering essential skills!

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Are you looking for an easy way to teach your students fascinating facts about apples? Look no further! This engaging Apple Mini-Booklet is the perfect resource to capture your student's interest in kindergarten, first grade, or second grade. Apples are not only delicious but also a nutritious snack, making them an ideal subject for learning.

What’s Included:

• Full-color and black-and-white versions of the mini-booklet
• Information on where apple trees grow
• The best time to pick apples
• Different types of apples
• What’s inside an apple
• Various things you can make with apples
• And much more!

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Unleash the Explorer Within: Discover the Thrilling World of Living and Nonliving Things!

Spark a lifelong love of science with this interactive course that unlocks the mysteries of living and nonliving things! Embark on an engaging adventure where students become explorers, classifying the world around them with confidence.

Here's what makes this course extraordinary:

• Go Beyond Identification: Students won't just learn to differentiate between a living dog and a toy car. They'll develop a keen eye for spotting the subtle signs of life, even in unexpected places!
• Master the Fundamentals: Our dynamic lessons delve deep into the characteristics that define living organisms, from growth and reproduction to adaptation and response to stimuli.
• Unveil the Fascinating Distinction: Uncover the intriguing line that separates the living from the nonliving. Students will gain a profound understanding of what makes something truly "alive."
• Nature's Marvels Revealed: From the majestic trees to the tiniest insects, students will be equipped to recognize the wonders of life all around them.
• Interactive Learning: Captivating visuals, thought-provoking discussions, and engaging activities make learning an unforgettable experience.
• Lasting Knowledge: Our curriculum fosters a deep understanding that goes beyond memorization. Students will gain a solid foundation in a scientific concept they'll use throughout their lives.

Empowers students to:

• Think critically and ask insightful questions
• Develop strong observation skills
• Appreciate the diversity and wonder of the natural world
• Build a strong foundation for future science exploration

Ready to ignite a passion for science? Enroll today and watch your students blossom into curious and confident explorers!

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Unleash your inner gardener with the Grow Your Own Plant printable activity! Aspiring gardeners will cut, color, and create their own custom plant to display or take home.

This isn’t just any worksheet—it’s a skills-packed activity where students will use their creative and decision-making skills to create a unique and personalized plant. Students will cut and color their chosen seed, then ‘dig’ up some dirt to fill their colorful pot. They’ll plant their seed and water it with their mini gardening tools, bringing their vision to life! After that, they’ll cut and color their plant, adding it to the soil for a stunning finish.

Students will assemble their potted plants, making it easy for teachers to display on a bulletin board or send them home as delightful cards. The possibilities are endless with this custom Garden Fun: Grow Your Own Plant Activity! Let the gardening fun begin!

Garden Fun: Grow Your Own Plant Activity Includes:

• A 3-page printable filled with cuttable content. Each page has wording and instructions attached for easy-teaching.
• A 1-page 'Ideas for the Teacher' sheet with ways to expand the activity
• A 1-page printable tag for take-home wildflower seed packets

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Get ready to embark on an exciting journey through time as your students become paleontologists for the day. In this hands-on adventure, students will learn about three fascinating dinosaurs: the mighty T-Rex, the horned Triceratops, and the soaring Pteranodon. But this isn't an ordinary worksheet - it's an action-packed activity where you'll uncover fossils, make educated guesses in your Field Guide, assemble your very own dinosaur skeleton, and even create a habitat for your prehistoric friend. Get ready to dig deep, explore, and discover the wonders of the dinosaur world like never before!

Dino Dig: Paleontology Activity Includes:

• A detailed game plan and lesson plan (3 pages)
• THREE 6-page worksheets: T-Rex theme, Triceratops theme, Pteranodon theme (6 pages each = 18 pages)

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I got my start educating in zoos and aquariums. I went to art school and graduated with a degree in graphic design, then joined the aquarium's design team where I worked until I had my two sons. I continue to design while raising my family and feel so lucky to be in a profession I enjoy, combining my two passions - design and science education.

I also do custom work. Please email me with any needs. Thank you!

These lesson plans were made with the intention to help simplify the demanding task of planning, researching and trying different techniques before you found the "perfect one". The '5 Senses' Pre-K Lesson Plans offers interesting, interactive and simply activities.

While this lesson is intended for Ga Pre- K teachers, anyone working in Pre-K or Kindergarten will be able to use these lessons and tailor to your own needs.

This resource includes the following:

- 2 Story times with book and suggestions to topics

-Small Group activities

-Large Group activities

-Phonological Awareness activities

-Large Group Literacy activities

-Movement and Music activities

-Closing activities

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Are you on the lookout for captivating resources that not only educate but also inspire a love for nature and science? Dive into the mesmerizing world of life cycles with our Lifecycle Pullout Crafts!

Embark on an educational adventure as you explore the fascinating transformations of various animals and species. From the humble beginnings of a seed to the intricate stages of insect development, these pullout crafts provide a hands-on way to delve into the wonders of nature's cycle of life.

Perfect for both homeschooling parents and teachers alike, these crafts offer versatile learning opportunities suitable for a range of educational environments. Whether you're seeking to enrich your science curriculum or looking for engaging activities to supplement home learning, these pullout crafts are sure to captivate young minds.

DISCOVER THE DIVERSITY OF LIFE CYCLES ILLUSTRATED IN OUR RESOURCE:

• Rhino beetle: Witness the journey from larva to adult beetle, exploring the stages of growth and development.
• Ant: Learn about the intricate social structure of ant colonies and the stages of ant development from egg to adult.
• Dragonfly: Delve into the metamorphosis of a dragonfly nymph into a graceful flying insect, highlighting the stages of its aquatic and aerial life.
• Ladybug: Follow the life cycle of the ladybug, from egg to larva to pupa, and finally to its colorful adult form.
• Housefly: Explore the rapid life cycle of the housefly, from egg to maggot to pupa, showcasing the stages of its development.
• Butterfly: Marvel at the magical transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly, uncovering the stages of metamorphosis and flight.
• Frog: Witness the remarkable journey of a tadpole as it undergoes metamorphosis into a frog, from aquatic to terrestrial life.
• Tulips and Sunflowers: Explore the life cycles of flowering plants, from seed germination to flower formation and seed dispersal.

IN ADDITION, this resource also includes an information handout about Life Cycles. This handout is designed to enhance students' comprehension by providing detailed explanations of the various stages of life cycles found in nature. Through this resource, students will develop a more profound understanding of how living organisms grow, change, and adapt over time, fostering a deeper connection with the natural world and promoting critical thinking about biological processes.

Engage young learners with detailed illustrations and informative content that explain each stage of the life cycle. Encourage hands-on exploration and scientific inquiry as children assemble and interact with these educational pullout crafts.

With our Lifecycle Pullout Crafts, you can nurture a deeper understanding of the natural world while fostering creativity and curiosity in children. So, embark on a journey of discovery and exploration, and watch as young minds blossom with knowledge and wonder!

These lesson plans were made with the intention to help simplify the demanding task of planning, researching and trying different techniques before you found the "perfect one". The 'All About Me' Pre-K Lesson Plans offers interesting, interactive and simply activities to help with the craziness.

While this lesson is intended for Ga Pre- K teachers, anyone working in Pre-K or Kindergarten will be able to use these lessons and tailor to your own needs.

This resource includes the following:

- 2 Story times with book and suggestions to topics

-Small Group activities

-Large Group activities

-Phonological Awareness activities

-Large Group Literacy activities

-Movement and Music activities

-Closing activities

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Are you searching for a creative and interactive way to teach kids about the butterfly lifecycle? Our Butterfly Lifecycle Handprint Painting Worksheets are the perfect solution! This engaging resource allows children to explore the transformation of a butterfly from caterpillar to adult through fun and hands-on handprint art. Kids will love using their own handprints to represent each stage of the butterfly lifecycle, creating a unique and personal butterfly lifecycle book.

Ideal for classroom science lessons, homeschooling, or an artistic project at home, these worksheets provide a tactile and visual approach to learning about metamorphosis. By painting and imprinting their hands, children will not only understand the lifecycle stages but also develop fine motor skills and creativity.

What’s Included in the Butterfly Lifecycle Handprint Painting Worksheets Pack:

• Egg Stage Worksheet: Paint and print handprints to represent the beginning of the butterfly lifecycle.
• Caterpillar Stage Worksheet: Use handprints to illustrate the caterpillar as it grows and feeds.
• Chrysalis Stage Worksheet: Create the chrysalis stage with unique handprint designs.
• Adult Butterfly Stage Worksheet: Craft the final transformation into a beautiful butterfly using handprints.

IN ADDITION, this resource also includes an information handout about Life Cycles. This handout is designed to enhance students' comprehension by providing detailed explanations of the various stages of life cycles found in nature. Through this resource, students will develop a more profound understanding of how living organisms grow, change, and adapt over time, fostering a deeper connection with the natural world and promoting critical thinking about biological processes.

Transform learning about butterflies into a creative adventure with our Butterfly Lifecycle Handprint Painting Worksheets, and let your kids explore the wonders of metamorphosis through their own handprint art!

These lesson plans were made with the intention to help simplify the demanding task of planning, researching and trying different techniques before you found the "perfect one". The 'All About Leaves' Pre-K Lesson Plans offers interesting, interactive and simply activities.

While this lesson is intended for Ga Pre- K teachers, anyone working in Pre-K or Kindergarten will be able to use these lessons and tailor to your own needs.

This resource includes the following:

- 2 Story times with book and suggestions to topics

-Small Group activities

-Large Group activities

-Phonological Awareness activities

-Large Group Literacy activities

-Movement and Music activities

-Closing activities

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Wondering how to introduce the intricate world of bees and their importance in our ecosystem? Our Bee Life Cycle Lapbook is the ideal educational tool, designed to provide a comprehensive and interactive learning experience. This resource combines fun crafts with crucial learning activities, including a life cycle wheel and worksheets that cover everything from bee anatomy to their role in pollination.

Embark on a fascinating journey through the life of bees with our Bee Life Cycle Lapbook. Tailored for homeschool education, this lapbook offers a thorough exploration of bee biology and ecology, making it a perfect fit for environmental science studies. From detailed vocabulary to engaging lift-the-flap questions, this lapbook provides a variety of learning tools that cater to young learners' curiosity about nature and science.

KEY FEATURES:

• Complete Life Cycle Exploration: Features a Bee Life Cycle Wheel that helps students visualize and understand the stages of bee development.
• Interactive Worksheets: Includes activities such as labeling the parts of a bee and lift-the-flap questions that enhance learning through interaction.
• Essential Vocabulary: Covers key terms like honeybee, drones, pollination, stinger, and pheromones, enriching students' scientific vocabulary.
• Creative Crafts: Encourages hands-on learning with a 'Let's Make a Bee' paper craft, allowing students to create their own bee models.
• Educational Benefits: Teaches about the ecological importance of bees, their roles in pollination, and their impact on our environment.
• Versatile Learning Tool: Ideal for integrating into broader themes like biodiversity, ecosystems, and conservation efforts.

Our Bee Life Cycle Lapbook is not just an educational activity; it's a comprehensive learning experience that highlights the significance of bees in our world. Perfect for homeschoolers, this resource will captivate young minds and inspire a deeper appreciation for one of nature's most vital creatures, all while providing a fun and informative way to learn about biology and ecology.

IN ADDITION, this resource also includes an information handout about Life Cycles. This handout is designed to enhance students' comprehension by providing detailed explanations of the various stages of life cycles found in nature. Through this resource, students will develop a more profound understanding of how living organisms grow, change, and adapt over time, fostering a deeper connection with the natural world and promoting critical thinking about biological processes.

These lesson plans were made with the intention to help simplify the demanding task of planning, researching and trying different techniques before you found the "perfect one". The 'All About Feelings' Pre-K Lesson Plans offers interesting, interactive and simply activities to help with the first week of craziness.

While this lesson is intended for Ga Pre- K teachers, anyone working in Pre-K or Kindergarten will be able to use these lessons and tailor to your own needs.

This resource includes the following:

- 2 Story times with book and suggestions to topics

-Small Group activities

-Large Group activities

-Phonological Awareness activities

-Large Group Literacy activities

-Movement and Music activities

-Closing activities

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Are you looking for a captivating way to teach kids about the incredible life cycle of stars? Our Star Life Cycle Foldouts offer a hands-on, educational craft that takes children through the fascinating stages of stellar evolution. From the birth of a star in a nebula to its final stages as a white dwarf, neutron star, or black hole, these foldouts provide a visual and descriptive journey through each phase of a star's life.

Perfect for science lessons, astronomy units, or at-home learning, this craft activity makes complex astronomical concepts accessible and engaging for children. By assembling each foldout, kids will gain a deeper understanding of how stars evolve over time, making it an ideal resource for sparking interest in the wonders of space.

Illuminate the life cycle of stars with our Star Life Cycle Foldouts, and help your kids explore the birth, growth, and dramatic endings of stars in a creative and educational way!

IN ADDITION, this resource also includes an information handout about Life Cycles. This handout is designed to enhance students' comprehension by providing detailed explanations of the various stages of life cycles found in nature. Through this resource, students will develop a more profound understanding of how living organisms grow, change, and adapt over time, fostering a deeper connection with the natural world and promoting critical thinking about biological processes.

These lesson plans were made with the intention to help simplify the demanding task of planning, researching and trying different techniques before you found the "perfect one". The 'ABC's and 123's' Pre-K Lesson Plans offers interesting, interactive and simply activities.

While this lesson is intended for Ga Pre- K teachers, anyone working in Pre-K or Kindergarten will be able to use these lessons and tailor to your own needs.

This resource includes the following:

- 2 Story times with book and suggestions to topics

-Small Group activities

-Large Group activities

-Phonological Awareness activities

-Large Group Literacy activities

-Movement and Music activities

-Closing activities

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Explore the fascinating world of honey bees with this interactive and educational craft! The Honey Bee Life Cycle Pull Out Craft allows children to learn about the different stages of a honey bee's life cycle while creating a fun and engaging project.

FEATURES:

• Four Stages: The craft includes four pull-out sections representing each stage of the honey bee's life cycle: egg, larva, pupa, and adult bee.
• Illustrations: Each pull-out section features vibrant and detailed illustrations depicting the characteristics of each life stage, making learning fun and visually appealing.
• Interactive Design: Children can pull out each section to reveal hidden details and information about the corresponding life stage, promoting hands-on learning and discovery.
• Educational Content: Accompanying the craft are informative descriptions of each life stage.

IN ADDITION, this resource also includes an information handout about Life Cycles. This handout is designed to enhance students' comprehension by providing detailed explanations of the various stages of life cycles found in nature. Through this resource, students will develop a more profound understanding of how living organisms grow, change, and adapt over time, fostering a deeper connection with the natural world and promoting critical thinking about biological processes.

These lesson plans were made with the intention to help simplify the demanding task of planning, researching and trying different techniques before you found the "perfect one". The 'All About Fall ' Pre-K Lesson Plans offers interesting, interactive and simply activities.

While this lesson is intended for Ga Pre- K teachers, anyone working in Pre-K or Kindergarten will be able to use these lessons and tailor to your own needs.

This resource includes the following:

- 2 Story times with book and suggestions to topics

-Small Group activities

-Large Group activities

-Phonological Awareness activities

-Large Group Literacy activities

-Movement and Music activities

-Closing activities

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Are your kids fascinated by the majestic creatures of the ocean like sharks and whales? Dive into a sea of creativity with our Sharks & Whales Cut and Paste Crafts! This vibrant and interactive resource allows children to bring these incredible marine animals to life through engaging cut and paste activities. Whether they're crafting a fierce great white shark or a gentle humpback whale, kids will enjoy hands-on learning while exploring the amazing diversity of ocean life.

Our craft pack is perfect for homeschool projects, classroom activities, or a fun afternoon craft at home. It includes detailed templates for a variety of sharks and whales, available in both full-color and black-and-white for coloring. These crafts not only enhance fine motor skills but also spark curiosity about marine biology and the natural world.

What's Included in the Sharks & Whales Cut and Paste Crafts Pack:

• White Shark: Craft a striking white shark with our easy-to-use templates.
• Killer Whale: Create a dynamic killer whale, perfect for marine-themed displays.
• Great White Shark: Assemble the iconic great white shark with engaging cut and paste pieces.
• Humpback Whale: Construct a majestic humpback whale with detailed craft components.
• Blue Whale: Bring the largest animal on Earth to life with our blue whale templates.
• Whale Shark: Explore the gentle giant of the shark world with our whale shark craft.
• Hammerhead Shark: Craft a unique hammerhead shark with distinctive features.
• Beluga Whale: Create the charming beluga whale, known for its playful nature.
• Blue Shark: Craft the sleek blue shark with easy-to-follow instructions.
• Bowhead Whale: Assemble a bowhead whale, known for its immense head and vocalizations.

Unleash your child's creativity and curiosity with our Sharks & Whales Cut and Paste Crafts, and let them explore the ocean's giants from the comfort of home!

IN ADDITION, this resource includes a helpful tip sheet about "Exploring the Oceans of the World." Through this resource, children will gain practical insights into fascinating facts about the world's oceans in a simple and engaging way. This information sheet will help young learners expand their knowledge of Earth's oceans while developing curiosity and respect for the natural world.

These lesson plans were made with the intention to help simplify the demanding task of planning, researching and trying different techniques before you found the "perfect one". The 'All About Apples' Pre-K Lesson Plans offers interesting, interactive and simply activities.

While this lesson is intended for Ga Pre- K teachers, anyone working in Pre-K or Kindergarten will be able to use these lessons and tailor to your own needs.

This resource includes the following:

- 2 Story times with book and suggestions to topics

-Small Group activities

-Large Group activities

-Phonological Awareness activities

-Large Group Literacy activities

-Movement and Music activities

-Closing activities

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