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Life Cycle of Plants Unit, Investigations & Plant Life Cycle PowerPoint NGSS
This complete, life cycle of plants unit is a hands-on science resource with 9 engaging lessons, dynamic teaching slides, and high-interest science experiments plus STEM activities your students will love. Ideal for first, second, and third grade, students learn the stages of the life cycle, plant needs, parts of a plant and seed, germination, chlorophyll, photosynthesis, pollination, plant adaptations, and seed dispersal. This content-rich unit is loaded with over 20 activities and science expe
2nd - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.2.7
, W.2.8
, K-2-ETS1-2
+3
Natural Disasters Unit - Tornadoes, Hurricanes, Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Tsunamis
Do your students want to dig deeper into learning about natural disasters, but your science text is lacking? Make learning about natural disasters engaging! This unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on natural disasters. These reading passages with comprehension questions are the perfect way to quickly check for understanding while providing the students with back
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Science
Also included in: Natural Disasters Science Unit and Interactive Notes Bundle - Doodles
Water Cycle Experiments Worksheets Craft Activities The Water Cycle Vocabulary
Save time planning for your water cycle unit with these hands-on experiments, craft project, water cycle worksheets, and vocabulary cards. Teach your students about the water cycle through engaging activities that make concepts like evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection easy to understand. You receive: • step by step instructions for 3 water cycle experiments• coordinating worksheets for each experiment that test students' understanding • links to digital Seesaw recording p
K - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Science
Landforms & Map Skills Unit BUNDLE
Make learning about geography come to life with this landforms and map skills bundle unit for young learners! Your students will have the opportunity to explore the landforms that shape our Earth, as well as beginning map skills. This bundle contains a variety of printables, projects, crafts, and much more. Also available in...Landforms and Map Skills DIGITAL BundleLandforms and Map Skills PRINT & DIGITAL Mega BundleLANDFORMS pack includes:Recommended book list Landforms posters (landform, bea
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, English Language Arts, Geography
1st & 2nd Grade Science Curriculum | Science Lesson Slides | Google Slides
Your students will love these engaging science lessons, and you'll love that they are no-prep and ready to teach. Each lesson slide is meant to be projected on your whiteboard to guide short and sweet discussions about important science concepts. Use these slides as stand-alone lessons, or as a supplement to your existing science curriculum. Lesson Formats Included:⭐ PDF ⭐ Powerpoint ⭐ Google SlidesNot sure if Bite-Size Science is right for you? Click here to try a "bite" FREE!Topics Inclu
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Physical Science, Science
NGSS
1-ESS1-1
, K-ESS2-1
, 2-LS4-1
+8
The Rock Cycle Lab Activity (with Starbursts)
The Rock Cycle: Modeling the Rock Cycle with Starbursts This activity is a perfect follow up for a class who has just been introduced to the rock cycle. You will need starbursts (or other fruit chews of multiple colors) and plastic sandwich bags. Students begin with 'sediments' which they turn into a sedimentary rock, apply heat and pressure to turn it into a metamorphic rock, and then you (the teacher) will need to take them home to turn them into igneous rocks. All teacher directions, with
3rd - 8th
Earth Sciences, Science
NGSS
MS-ESS2-1
Also included in: Rocks: Types of Rocks and the Rock Cycle - A COMPLETE ROCK UNIT
Phases of the moon sequencing space craft activity lunar cycle cut and paste
Need a fun alternative to a worksheet for teaching the phases of the moon? Help your students review the lunar cycle in a hands-on way with this set of differentiated cut-and-paste foldouts. Great for interactive science notebooks for first grade and above. Use to support learning about space, the solar system, the Earth's moon/lunar phases, or World Space Week. The templatesThis printable activity has 5 options for you to choose from so that you can best match the needs of your students. All
1st - 4th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Science
States of Matter Worksheets Passages Changes Properties of Matter Sort Activity
These states of matter worksheets are a great addition for your Matter Unit. They cover a variety of topics, such as states of matter (solids, liquids, gases) properties, and changing states of matter. There are different types of resources, too. There are reading comprehension passages about matter, graphic organizers, writing pages, cut and glue activities, and even a few fold-and-go mini books! Matter Topics covered include:Matter General InformationChanges in MatterStates of MatterSolidLiqu
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, General Science, Reading
Force and Motion Worksheet 2nd 3rd Grade Force and Motion Reading Passages
This force and motion unit comes with worksheets and reading passages to help your 2nd and 3rd grade students master the topic. They cover a variety of topics about force and motion, such as types of force, types of motions, cause and effects, and more. There are different types of resources, too. There are reading comprehension passages about force and motion, graphic organizers, writing pages, cut and glue activities, and even a few fold-and-go mini books! Topics covered include:Force and Moti
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, General Science
Plants Parts of a Plant Plant Life Cycle & Plant Needs, Plant Science Worksheets
This Plants unit is a perfect resource to use for teaching parts of a plant and plant life cycle. These science worksheets and reading passages cover topics such as parts of a plant, plant life cycle, plant needs, and more. There are different types of resources, too. There are reading comprehension passages about plants, graphic organizers, writing pages, cut and glue activities, and even a few fold-and-go mini books! Plant Topics covered include:General Plant InformationPlant PartsPlant NeedsP
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Science
Science Test Prep Printables Bundle | 5th Grade Science STAAR Review 2025
Review STAAR-tested science content with these no-prep printables! These were designed with 5th Grade Science STAAR test prep in mind, but can be used year-round as review in other grades. These pages make terrific quick assessments! You can also use these as a warm-up or bell ringer, station, independent work, partner work, quick quiz, interactive notebook lesson, or for a game. ⭐️UPDATED FOR 2024!⭐️Files Included:Click the green links to see more specific information and previews. • Earth and
3rd - 5th
Earth Sciences, Physical Science, Science
Rocks and Minerals Unit, Types of Rocks, Weathering and Erosion, Rock Cycle
Transform your rocks and minerals unit with this comprehensive and engaging resource! Whether your textbook is outdated or you're looking for a way to make science more exciting, this Rocks and Minerals Unit offers everything you need to inspire curiosity and integrate reading, writing, and hands-on science activities. From Earth's layers to weathering and erosion, this unit dives deep into the study of rocks, minerals, and the processes that shape our planet. Looking for even more engaging res
2nd - 4th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Science
NGSS
4-ESS1-1
Also included in: Rocks and Minerals Science Unit and Interactive Notes Bundle - Doodles
Weather Worksheets, Weather Passages, Weather and Climate with Severe Weather
This weather worksheets and reading passages set is a perfect resource to use for your science lessons. It covers topics about weather, such as types of weather, climate, tools, disaster weather, and more. There are different types of resources, too. There are reading comprehension passages about weather, graphic organizers, writing pages, cut and glue activities, and even a few fold-and-go mini books! Weather Topics covered include:Weather (pleasant weather vs. disaster weather)Weather Instrum
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Science
ALL the Doodle Sheets SCIENCE Grades 3-6 - EASY TO USE Notes! with PPTs
INCLUDED in this download: 47 Science Doodle Sheets Two versions of all 47 sheets included:
Interactive Notebook Size and large 8.5 x 11 size 47 PowerPoints – to show students the KEY These flat doodle sheets are different than my foldables. It is the same content but in a flat sheet format. They make great reviews after the foldables and also can be used as an anchor chart. Enlarge them to poster size and laminate for amazing posters for your room and use in a station! So many possibilitie
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Physical Science
Science Doodle - TEST PREP BUNDLE, STAAR review Notes *BEST SELLER*
** NEW UPDATED DRAWINGS ** and I added PowerPoints to show the KEYS! All the Science Concepts in my Bundles are in one place here as a review for the whole year! This download has 4 main doodle sheets with student blanks and keys plus lots of powerpoint slides. This bundle has four review sheets to help students review and learn the basic concepts that will help them solve test questions. If the students know the concept, they have the basic knowledge needed to answer a test question correctly.
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Science
The Water Cycle Doodle Sheet - So Easy to Use! PPT Included! Notes
INCLUDED in this download:Science Doodle SheetTwo versions of doodle sheet included:
Interactive Notebook Size and large 8.5 x 11 size PowerPoint – to show students the KEYThese flat doodle sheets are different than my foldables. It is the same content but in a flat sheet format. They are a great ADD ON to what I have already published in science foldables. They make great reviews after the foldables, and also can be used as an anchor chart. Enlarge them to poster size and laminate for amazing
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences
Types of Fossils Lesson with Google Slides, Notes, Worksheet, and Answer Key
This lesson explains what a fossil is and explores 4 different types of fossils - mold, cast, trace, and true form fossils- including how they form with examples of each. This resource includes: a Google Slides lesson about the 4 types of fossilsa notes page (print and digital, color and black line)a worksheet (print an digital, color and black line)an answer keyGo through the Google Slides presentation as students take notes on the included notes page. After the lesson, students use their not
3rd - 6th
Archaeology, Biology, Earth Sciences
NGSS
MS-ESS1-4
, 4-ESS1-1
, 3-LS4-1
+1
Also included in: Fossils and Paleontology Unit Bundle of 8 Science Lessons
Weather Maps I - Practice Current Conditions and Forecast Activity
eather Maps I- Practice Current Conditions and Forecast Activity Note: This item is now part of the "Weather Pack" see below :Note Use these activities to introduce, reinforce or review weather map information and reading. Page 1 - Current condition practice: Students use map and symbols to identify current weather conditions. Bottom of the page has "Which City" questions to check for understanding. Page 2 - Forecast practice: Students use a weather map to forecast weather for several cities a
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Science
Plant Life Cycle Activity | Grow Grass Houses Science Project for Kids
Engage your students in a hands-on exploration of the plant life cycle with this interactive Grass House Grass Growing Activity. Perfect for teaching kindergarten, first, and second grade about the plant life cycle, this project allows students to create their own houses with gardens, cultivate real grass, and observe plant needs and the stages of plant growth firsthand. What's Included: Instructions for constructing grass houses. Editable templates for house designs.Observation journal
PreK - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Science
Weathering, Erosion and Deposition Doodle Sheet - So Easy to Use!
INCLUDED in this download:Science Doodle SheetTwo versions of doodle sheet included:
Interactive Notebook Size and large 8.5 x 11 size PowerPoint – to show students the KEYThese flat doodle sheets are different than my foldables. It is the same content but in a flat sheet format. They are a great ADD ON to what I have already published in science foldables. They make great reviews after the foldables, and also can be used as an anchor chart. Enlarge them to poster size and laminate for amazing
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Science
The Magic School Bus Wet All Over - Water Cycle Worksheets
Quick and easy printable activities to be used with The Magic School Bus! This is a perfect resource for a fun science class or ready-to-go sub plans. The packet includes a fill-in-the-blanks video guide for students to complete while they watch the episode, as well as a few extra worksheets for follow-up activities. There is an answer key for each activity. I hope you and your students enjoy!
1st - 5th
Earth Sciences, Science
NGSS
3-ESS3-1
, 3-ESS2-1
, 2-ESS2-3
+2
Also included in: Magic School Bus Season 2 Bundle
Natural Resources Worksheets | Renewable Resources | 3rd Grade Social Studies
Make learning about Earth's natural resources engaging with this planned out, easy to use hands-on unit! This unit includes 10 days of lesson plans, natural resources worksheets, fact book, and activities perfect for exploring living & nonliving resources, renewable & nonrenewable resources, and energy sources. Both a print and interactive digital version made for Google slides are included.A kid-friendly fact book includes all reading material in one easy to use place. Activities require
2nd - 4th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.4
, SL.3.1
+1
The Magic School Bus Video Worksheets *BUNDLE* - Substitute Binder Essentials
This is a bundle of ALL the Magic School Bus video worksheets found in my store. New worksheets for additional videos will be added to this bundle as I create them. NOTE: All worksheets sets in this bundle can be bought individually in my store for $1-$2 each. I also have multiple smaller bundles available for $5-10. Click here to shop the whole collection.These Magic School Bus worksheets are the perfect pairing with any science and NGSS-aligned unit. The video worksheets contain a variety of f
2nd - 5th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Physical Science
Earth Day Crafts w/ Earth Day Writing Activities, Earth Day Reading & Response
Are you getting ready to celebrate Earth Day? Or maybe you are learning how to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle? This Earth Day Resource has an informational text, student reader, Reader's Theater, Earth Day hat, Earth craft, directed drawing, parts of a flower activities, and graphic organizers. Earth Day Activities Include:Informational Text: Read about Earth Day, How to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. This can be printed out or displayed through a projector.Student Reader: A condensed vers
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, English Language Arts
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About 3rd grade earth sciences resources
On TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers), third grade earth sciences resources include materials such as worksheets, lesson plans, hands-on activities, and interactive experiments that introduce students to core concepts like weather patterns, landforms, ecosystems, and natural resources. These resources provide engaging ways for students to observe, record, and analyze patterns in nature while developing a foundational understanding of the Earth sciences.
Third grade earth sciences resources on Teachers Pay Teachers cover topics including weather observation, the solar system, forces like magnetism, and the study of Earth's surface features. These educational materials help students explore the natural world, understand scientific principles, and practice critical thinking through experiments and observation activities.
Teachers can use these resources to create interactive lessons that make learning about Earth sciences fun and accessible. Whether conducting classroom experiments, exploring the solar system, or studying landforms, these materials support hands-on learning and curiosity-driven exploration for third-grade students.
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