Middle School Science Google Apps

Engage your Grade 8 students with our comprehensive teaching slides designed specifically for the Ontario Science & Technology curriculum. These slides cover Lessons 2.1 to 2.6 from the Nelson Science & Technology Perspectives 8 textbook, providing a thorough and interactive approach to learning about systems in action.

Key Features:

• Aligned with the Curriculum: These slides align with the Ontario Science & Technology Perspectives 8 curriculum, ensuring your lessons meet provincial standards.
• Detailed Coverage: Lessons 2.1 to 2.6 are covered in detail, including key concepts such as simple machines, forces, work and energy, mechanical advantage, and investigations.
• Interactive and Engaging: Each slide is designed to be visually appealing and interactive, with clear explanations, diagrams, and images to aid understanding.
• Experiment-Based Learning: Includes detailed instructions for hands-on experiments to help students apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations.
• Tailored to Classroom Needs: Created to meet the needs of Grade 8 classes, providing a tailored and effective learning experience.

What's Included:

• Slides for Lesson 2.1: Physical Systems - Simple Machines
• Slides for Lesson 2.2: A Closer Look at Forces
• Slides for Lesson 2.3: Mechanical Advantage
• Slides for Lesson 2.4: Mechanical Advantage and Pulleys (Investigation)
• Slides for Lesson 2.5: The Scientific Meaning of Work
• Slides for Lesson 2.6: Less Work or Easier Work? - Investigating Levers

Legal Disclaimer: This resource has been independently created and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with Nelson. The content of these slides has been specifically developed to address the needs of my Grade 8 classes, ensuring a tailored and effective learning experience.

Hands On Activity:

Students will separate beans into separate populations and then respond to questions concerning populations and communities. This hands on activity allows meaningful understanding on how populations and communities work together within an ecosystem.

My students love to organize the beans in a variety of ways.

What's included:

• Instructions.
• Question worksheet.

How is this product useful:

• Hands on activity.
• Meaningful ecosystem work.

In this project, you will research a specific type of cell (animal, plant, or microorganism), learn about its structure, function, and role within an organism, and create a visual and written report to showcase their findings. This project also includes a presentation component!

This "What Is The Coronavirus Disease COVID-19?" book report and book study project digital product for 3rd and 4th-grade students is perfect for exploring non-fiction text structures for reading comprehension. It enhances non-fiction reading comprehension, book study, and report writing skills!
This resource includes:

• Comprehensive Google Slides digital lesson for reading comprehension and book report writing support

• 9-page printable PDF book report flip book template

Please see the product preview for more visual details.

NOTE: You need a (free) Google account to access the digital lesson, and you will need access to the book "What Is The Coronavirus Disease COVID-19?" to complete the digital and printable activities.

Students will dive into the context of the Coronavirus, gaining a deeper understanding of this significant event in American history. The digital lesson guides students through key facts, timelines, and the impact of these events.
How to use this resource:

• Have students read the book, "What Is The Coronavirus Disease COVID-19?"

• Print the book report flip book template

• Open and present the Google Slides digital lesson

• Follow the intuitive prompts, which will take you through each step of the book report. For example, if it's time to work on the "facts" page, there is a series of multiple-choice questions on specific facts detailed in the text that will help refresh the students' memories and comprehension. Then students can fill in the facts they found most interesting.

• Have fun guessing the mystery puzzle between each section of the book report!

The printable PDF book report flip book template provides creative book report ideas, such as summarizing the events, using critical thinking skills, and creating a timeline. It can be used with any non-fiction book. Students will also use a book review template to evaluate COVID-19's significance. Overall, this project offers an engaging way for students to explore non-fiction text structures while learning about a crucial event in history.
The non-fiction book report flip book pages include:
   ✏book title info
   ✏rating & review
   ✏vocabulary
   ✏facts
   ✏text ideas
   ✏series of events
   ✏making life connections
   ✏what I learned
   ✏questions I have
   ✏setting & subject
   ✏interesting event
   ✏important event
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This engaging resource contains four informational reading passages about coral along with follow-up questions.

What is Coral?

Why Are Corals Reefs Important Ecosystems?

Human Impact on Coral Reefs

Coral Farming

The passages were written with middle-schoolers in mind, but the information is very interesting and complex and would be useful for other grades as well.

There is also a Standards and Suggestions page, task cards with pictures of 18 different corals with a report writing organizer, 10 educational posters, and links YouTube videos.

You can share this resource with your students through Google Classroom™ or Google Drive™. Students can then type directly on this document and share it back with you.

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Save time and money with this amazing bundle of 20 interactive and engaging activities, designed to enhance your world history classroom! This package helps supplement your existing curriculum, lessons and units, covering key periods from The Age of Exploration to Revolutions, and provides a rich variety of learning tools to captivate your students and deepen their understanding of history.

Topics covered in this bundle:

1. The Age of Exploration
2. Civilizations of the Americas
3. The Gunpowder empires
4. The Scientific Revolution
5. The French Revolution
6. Latin American Revolutions
7. Vocabulary Review
8. Projects and Activities for any unit!

Product Overview: This bundle includes a wide variety of activities to suit different learning styles and classroom needs:

• Interactive Reading Lessons: Explore historical texts and topics with guided questions and activities.
• Worksheets & Notes: Comprehensive resources for classwork and homework.
• Projects & Research Assignments: Encourage deeper investigation into historical topics.
• Crossword Puzzles & Word Searches: Reinforce vocabulary and key concepts in a fun, engaging way.
• Classroom Games: Interactive games that make learning history exciting.
• Detailed Teacher Guides: Easy-to-follow guides for smooth lesson implementation.
• Answer Keys & Rubrics: Simplify grading and provide clear expectations for students.
• ..and so much more!

This bundle is perfect for:

• New teachers wanting to build a solid collection of activities!
• Experienced teachers looking for new ways of teaching a concept!
• Homeschooling Families

Be sure to check out the previews for all activities to see how they are perfect for your classroom!

Use this zero prep worksheet to engage your students and give content practice regarding Energy Resources. Students will select words from a drop down menu so no need to worry about spelling! Correct answers will turn the box green and populate pixels in the box.

This resource is great for:

Stations, choice boards, independent review, or early finishers!

To do these activities, you will share the included Google Sheet with your students via Google Classroom. A video has been added for this preview! A short clip that demonstrates that pixels appear as answers are correct and boxes change to green when answers are correct.

Benefits of this resource:

• Distance learning and in-person classroom friendly!
• NO PREP - Assign and go!
• Auto-graded

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About to start a science olympiad team at your school? Are you taking over for an already established science olympiad team? This guide will help you stay organized and sane while sponsoring one of the best science school competitions out there! It includes the following sections...

• What is Science Olympiad (SO)?
• What is required of a coach for SO?
• How do I recruit students?
• How do I help students?
• What resources do I need?
• How do I stay organized?
• What is the day of the tournament like?
• When should I be doing what?

Includes links to...

• Student Interest Form (Google form and paper copy)
• Slides on how to help students keep their notes organized
• Numerous resources for a successful Science Olympiad season
• Massive Google Sheets link for staying organized

Coaching Science Olympiad is one of the most exhausting but rewarding academic extracurricular activities. You will see students grow and learn so much and see their love of science and STEM expand! This guide is for new coaches, either those starting their own Science Olympiad program or for those taking over existing programs. I was a Science Olympiad coach for 6 years and am sharing how I was able to stay organized and help students try their best and succeed!

Blast Off on a Virtual Solar System Adventure: Engage, Explore, and Expand Your Knowledge!

Calling all space explorers! Buckle up for an unforgettable virtual field trip where you'll journey through our cosmic neighborhood, the solar system! This interactive adventure is designed to ignite the curiosity of students of all ages.

Here's why this virtual field trip is out of this world:

• Immerse Yourself in Space: Explore planets, moons, and other celestial wonders with stunning visuals that will transport you right into the heart of the solar system.
• Become a Space Expert: Learn fascinating facts about each celestial body, from the scorching surface of Venus to the swirling storms of Jupiter's Great Red Spot.
• Unlock the Mysteries of the Cosmos: Unravel the secrets of space and delve into unsolved cosmic riddles that will boggle your mind!
• Test Your Space IQ: Put your newfound knowledge to the test with a fun and engaging quiz that will solidify your understanding of the solar system.
• Space from Anywhere: Explore the wonders of the cosmos from the comfort of your classroom or home – no spacesuit required!

Whether you're a seasoned space enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this virtual field trip is guaranteed to:

• Spark a lifelong fascination with space: Ignite a passion for astronomy and inspire students to dream big!
• Boost critical thinking skills: Engage with thought-provoking content and ask questions that will propel your understanding of the universe.
• Make learning fun and interactive: Learn through an engaging and dynamic experience that goes beyond traditional textbooks.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to embark on an unforgettable virtual adventure and become an expert on our amazing solar system!

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Printable PDF & Digital Versions are included in this distance learning ready activity which consists of 15 multiplication and division problems.

Important Information

Not all boxes are used in the maze to avoid students from just figuring out the correct route. Students will have to solve 13 problems to finish the maze.

Distance learning?

• No problem! This activity now includes Google Slides & Easel by TeachShare digital options!

Three Forms of Use Included

1. Printable PDF
2. Google Slides
3. Easel by TeachShare

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A Google Slides biography writing unit about the famous English evolution scientist, Charles Darwin. The NO PREP unit has been split into four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills and developing their creative writing.

Included in the Google Slides Activity:

• Four fact sheets & blank sheets for students to copy and paste key facts
• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs
• Two prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusion
• A template for students to write up their neat biography text

Included in the PDF printable resource:

• Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs

• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs

• Two prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusion

• A template for students to write up their neat biography text

• A crossword puzzle and wordsearch to consolidate learning

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  This resource is great for:

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• Independent work

• Homework

• Creative writing sessions

• Assessment practice

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The first lesson is interactive and involves students reading facts, and then sorting and ordering these facts into paragraphs by copying and pasting. In the second lesson the children need sort the facts in order before typing four draft paragraphs. Then, in the third lesson they need to choose the most important facts and include these in an introduction; after this they need to answer several questions before typing up their conclusion. In the final lesson your class will need to check their draft paragraphs before typing up their work on to the template provided.

This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Slides, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets or computers. If you are unsure how to allow the students to have their own individual copy take a look at the instructional video below:

Google Classroom - How to make a copy for each student - Assignment

The resource also comes in a PDF format, which can be printed.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

If you would like to add another online lesson, download the Charles Darwin 5th Grade & 6th Grade Close Reading Activity | Digital & Print*. This would give the students more background knowledge before they start writing the biography. It comes in Google Forms and PDF formats for distance learning, or for printing.*

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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!

Now with digital worksheet to support distance learning!

This product features an engaging Technology Talk activity that will have your new students thinking, writing, speaking, and moving all in one class period. In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about technology and articulate why the quote aligns with their own perspective. Use this lesson every year to set the tone for what you expect in class; it is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes toward technology. We have also recently added a digital version of the Technology Talk worksheet for use on Google Slides.

Product includes:

• Comprehensive Lesson Plan
• "Tech Talk" Sheet for students to fill out
• 6 Corresponding "Technology Quote" signs to hang up around your room
• Digital Worksheet to support distance learning for use with Google Drive
• Detailed instructions for accessing digital resource

Though I utilize this product on the first day of school, it really can be used all year long. I hope that it is as successful in your class as it is in mine!

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Help your students organize their information in this virtual science fair presentation. All parts of the scientific process are included in this layout!

Check out the preview for images of sample slides.

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You may hear about natural disasters often, but some of the deadliest disasters in world history have been environmental disasters caused by human activity. This lesson involves having your students investigate environmental disasters that have taken place on our planet. Their initial focus will be to examine the Chernobyl disaster in the Soviet Union. After closely exploring the historical background to this accident, students will then choose and research a different environment disaster, and create a Google Slide presentation to demonstrate their findings.

This Resource Includes:

• Student/teacher instructions
• Google Doc T-Chart
• Grading rubrics
• Copy of UDHR (Universal Declaration of Human Rights)

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This MEGA BUNDLE includes 16 unique and convenient resources that allow students to engage in at-home/paperless science experiments via National Geographic Kids and Google Apps! This resource comes with 65 pages total!! There is absolutely NO prep required!! All you have to do is assign the Google Slides to students! This resource bundle is so easy to use! Be sure to check out the individual products for a more detailed description / preview of what is included :)

WHAT'S INCLUDED-

* All 16 At Home Science Experiments include:

• How-To-Use Guide - Includes main ideas, student outcomes, materials, standards/curriculum connections, and assessment/grading.
• National Geographic Kids Website Guide - Provides a detailed description of how to use the National Geographic Kids website, including pictures and steps.
• Scientific Method graphic organizer - Two page graphic organizer where students can fill out the Scientific Method as they complete their science experiment.

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North Carolina 5th Grade Science Teachers, this is for you! Are you looking for a fun way to help your students be successful in 5th Grade Science? Look no further! This year long mega bundle has everything you need to help your students master each 5th Grade Science standard!

This bundle was created to align with the new 2023 North Carolina Standard Course of Study Science Standards (implemented 2024) and is regularly updated with new resources! Get it now before the price increases!

What's included:

• 118 Science Vocabulary Word Wall Cards
• 25 Review Worksheets/Study Guides (four per unit)
• 18 Digital Activities covering different science topics
• 18 Google Form Assessments covering different science topics
• 6 Task Card Sets (one per unit)- printable and Google Form version
• 6 Interactive Jeopardy Games in Google Slides (one per unit)
• 6 Color by Code Vocabulary Activities (one per unit)
• 6 Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles (one per unit)
• 4 Spiral Review Task Card Sets- printable and Google Form version
• 20 Day Spiral Review EOG Countdown resource with 5 EOG Style Word Problems per day
• Freebie!- 10 EOG Review Worksheets (8 problems per day)

Includes 4.5 pages of reading with diagrams and a video.

31 Self Grading Questions

For Grade 6-8 Science (Heat)

No prep or Marking.

Teach your students all about Volcanoes with this fun and interactive STEAM lesson. Students will watch educational videos, go through detailed slides with vocabulary words and definitions, learn about the formation of Volcanoes, go on a virtual field trip and Hawaii's Volcanoes, and finish with a fun and engaging STEAM Volcano Eruption activity.

For Volcano Eruption....

You will need:

• Plastic bottles (small water bottles work best)
• White Vinegar
• Baking Soda
• Dish Soap
• Measuring Cups
• Teaspoon/ Tablespoon
• Safety Goggles 
• Food Coloring

For Volcano Formation....

You may need:

• Clay or Playdough
• Card stock Paper
• Leaves and Sticks
• Tape
• Scissors
• Crayons, Colored pencils, or paint
• Plaster
• Cardboard
• Tin Baking Sheet

Elevate your teaching with this comprehensive set of teaching slides covering Lessons 3.1 to 3.7 from Chapter 3, "Designing Efficient Systems," in the Nelson Science & Technology series. These detailed and engaging slides provide a thorough exploration of key concepts, activities, and real-world applications, offering an interactive and enriching learning experience for Grade 8 students.

Included in this product:

• Lesson 3.1: Energy on the Loose
• Lesson 3.2: Efficiency
• Lesson 3.3: Energy, Work, and Mechanical Efficiency
• Lesson 3.4: Examining Efficiency
• Lesson 3.5: Solve a Technological Problem
• Lesson 3.6: Customer Service
• Lesson 3.7: The Pros and Cons of Automation

Product Highlights:

• Engaging Content: Each slide is crafted to captivate students' attention with clear explanations, relevant images, and practical examples.
• Detailed Information: Comprehensive coverage of Lessons 3.1 to 3.7 ensures students understand key concepts and principles of designing efficient systems.
• Interactive Learning: Encourage class discussions and critical thinking with thought-provoking questions, activities, and real-life applications.
• Visually Appealing: High-quality images and graphics enhance the learning experience, making complex concepts accessible and engaging.

This product is ideal for teachers seeking to deliver impactful and effective lessons on efficiency in systems. Equip your students with the knowledge and skills to analyze, design, and improve efficient systems across various contexts.

Legal Disclaimer: This resource has been independently created and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with Nelson. The content of these slides has been specifically developed to address the needs of my Grade 8 classes, ensuring a tailored and effective learning experience.