Elementary Physics Hands-on Activities Under $5
10,827 results
Filters
Grade
Subject
Format
Resource type
Standard
Theme
Programs & methods
Supports
Scientific Method Activity Paper Airplane Lab Easy Science Experiment Practice
This easy scientific method activity will get your kids excited about following the steps of the scientific method! This hands on unit includes a paper airplane science experiment lab, worksheets, math, STEM, & writing to provide a fun hands on science experiment. Click on the PREVIEW button to see more of what is included! ⭐ What is Included:information and outline for instructionsupply/materials listsample schedule for the activitiesvocabulary list and definitionsword wall cardsstudent
4th - 6th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physics
Heat Transfer and Thermal Energy Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page science passage about heat transfer defines heat as the transfer, or movement, of thermal energy from hot to cold. It describes what thermal energy is and explains 3 different ways heat can move: radiation, conduction, and convection (with examples of each). The passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate
4th - 7th
Basic Principles, Informational Text, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.4
, RI.4.10
, RI.5.4
+6
Also included in: Heat Transfer and Thermal Energy Unit Bundle of 6 Science Lessons
Energy Transformations Color By Number - Science Review Worksheet
In this activity, students will answer 12 questions regarding energy transformations. Each question contains one real-life example and the students must select the correct energy transformation that matches. Once finished, they will use the answers to color the corresponding parts of a fun light bulb coloring page. And best of all, the questions are editable! You can change the wording or create different questions to match your needs. ⭐ Distance Learning Notice ⭐ Please note that this color-by
5th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Physical Science Color by Number Bundle
Newton's Laws of Motion Color by Number - Science Review Worksheet
In this activity, students will answer 12 questions regarding Newton's Laws of Motion. Each question will require students to classify a scenario as Newton's 1st, 2nd, or 3rd law. After answering the questions, students will use the answers to color the corresponding parts of a fun Isaac Newton coloring page. And best of all, the questions are editable! You can change the wording or create different questions to match your needs. Included:➤ Student Question Sheet ➤ Student Coloring Page ➤ Teache
5th - 9th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Force and Motion Science Worksheets Push and Pull Activities Kindergarten 1st
Your students will love learning about force and motion, as well as push and pull, with this fun set of activities. The clear and concise format of these force and motion activities will make learning about the world around them a breeze! *You can grab this resource at a discount here: Bundle of Science ActivitiesForce and Motion Activities Included:- Anchor Charts - Drawing and labeling - Magazine cut and paste sort - Writing and illustrating examples of pushing and pulling - Cut and paste so
PreK - 1st
General Science, Physics, Science
Gravity Worksheets, Experiments and Science Activities for 1st and Kindergarten
Looking for gravity worksheets and experiments for the primary grades? You have come to the right place! I had a hard time finding age-appropriate gravity resources on this tough concept for my little ones, so I made this packet with our littlest learners in mind. *You can grab this resource at a discount here: Bundle of Science Activities Included in this gravity resource:- An anchor chart - Fill in the blank text - Magazine cut and paste - Vocabulary cut and paste - Flap book - Drawing ex
K - 2nd
Other (Science), Physics, Science
Solar System Color by Number Activity - Science Color By Number Worksheet
This activity requires students to answer 12 questions related to the solar system. Once finished, students will use the answers to color the corresponding parts of a fun zen planet coloring page. I have included questions that cover misconceptions regarding the solar system. For example, some students think that the Earth is the center of the solar system. Or, they do not understand that most of the mass of the solar system comes from the sun. The questions within this packet will address such
5th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Science Color By Number Bundle
Comparing Potential and Kinetic Energy
Are you looking for activities to add to your potential and kinetic energy unit? This activity is the perfect resource for your students to practice comparing potential and kinetic energy! Your students will work with multiple scenarios to identify where the maximum or minimum amount of potential and kinetic energy occurs. Your students will also compare what happens to both types of energy at specific points throughout the system. Grab this no-prep activity for your energy unit today! This reso
3rd - 8th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Also included in: Science Mega Bundle - Middle School Science Resources
Space sequencing craft activities - phases of the moon and solar system planets
These sequencing foldable activities are a fun and hands-on way of teaching or reviewing the planets in our solar system, and the phases of the moon. Use them as a science center, for an interactive notebook, or to support learning around space, including World Space Week. There are 2 resources in this bundle. Planets in our solar systemThere are 4 similar template options to choose from: Option 1: Students color the template with the planets* in order (from nearest to the sun to furthest away)
1st - 4th
Astronomy, Physics, Science
Conductors and Insulators Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about conductors and insulators: defines heat transfer as the movement of thermal energyexplains that some materials transfer heat and electricity better than others gives examples of thermal/electrical conductors and how they are used gives examples of thermal/electrical insulators and how they are used It includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Slides. Color and black
4th - 7th
Basic Principles, Informational Text, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.4
, RI.4.10
+8
Also included in: Heat Transfer and Thermal Energy Unit Bundle of 6 Science Lessons
LAWS OF FORCE & MOTION VOCABULARY Word Search, Crossword Puzzle Worksheets
Introduce and review physics vocabulary with this super fun force and motion word search and crossword duo. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, lesson plan supplements, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files. The 34 vocabulary words covered are: Acceleration, Balanced, Chemical, Conservation, Electrical, Energy, First, Force, Friction, Gravity, Inertia, Isaac Newton, Kinetic, Law, Mass, Matter, Mechan
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics
Winter & Christmas STEM / STEAM Activity - Paper Snowman Engineering Challenge!
WINTER & CHRISTMAS STEM / STEAM ACTIVITY - Paper Snowman Engineering Challenge!This Fun Winter STEAM Activity Includes:2 interactive student worksheets with pictures1 conclusion question worksheetBackground informationKey vocabularyList of materialsScience & Engineering Concepts Covered:3D shapesStructural stabilityMeasurementTeamworkMeeting engineering requirementsTime managementStudents will have so much fun designing and building their own paper snowmen!Click VIEW PREVIEW above to see a samp
3rd - 12th
Engineering, Geometry, Physics
SOUND & LIGHT ENERGY WAVES Word Search Worksheet Activity - Physics Bell Ringer
Help students learn important vocabulary when introducing or reviewing a unit on sound and light waves with this word search puzzle worksheet. The kids will enjoy themselves hunting for the hidden terms and will be reviewing meaning and spelling as they have fun. The definitions are included making this a great tool for review. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, reading comprehension and lesson plan supplements, themed cla
4th - 7th
Physics, Science, Vocabulary
Magnets and Magnetism Color by Number - Science Color By Number
This activity requires students to answer 12 questions related to magnetism. Once finished, students will use the answers to color the corresponding parts of a fun magnet coloring page. Included:➤ Student Question Sheet ➤ Student Coloring Page ➤ Teacher Keys How is this product useful?✔ Excellent summative assessment ✔ Addresses scientific misconceptions ✔ Versatile - use for classwork, homework, early finishers, extra credit, test review, quiz, or an engaging sub lesson ✔ Includes non-cutesy
5th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Physical Science Color by Number Bundle
STARS & CONSTELLATIONS Puzzle Activities: Word Searches, Crosswords, Scramble
Help your students learn all about stars and constellations with this fun puzzle packet. It includes two word searches, two crosswords, a word scramble and a glossary of 46 vocabulary words. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, lesson plan supplements, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files. The terms covered in this packet are: Aldebaran, Andromeda, Aquarius, Aquila, Aries, Asteroid, Asterism, Betelgeu
4th - 7th
Astronomy, Physics, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RF.4.3
, RF.5.3
, L.4.4
+3
Newton's 3 Laws of Motion Task Cards
Are you looking to review Newton's 3 Laws of Motion with your students? These task cards are perfect! You can use these as a review game or as normal task cards! There are 40 examples of Newton's 3 Laws of Motion included in this resource! Each card asks the students to determine what law the example is. The cards include pictures & examples that the students can relate to.
With this resource, you will get detailed instructions on how to incorporate games into these task cards as a fun review
4th - 10th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Force and Motion Color by Number, Reading Passage and Text Marking
This Force and Motion Color by Number and Text Marking activity is a winning combination of reading comprehension, reading passages, citing evidence, deductive reasoning, close reading skills and coloring. Everything a teacher dreams of wrapped up into one FUN and engaging non-fiction activity that reinforces ELA skills. Students read a non-fiction passage and search for answers while marking evidence from the text. Topics include: Force, Motion, Isaac Newton, Newton’s Laws, PhysicsStudents c
4th - 8th
English Language Arts, Physics, Science
Light Energy Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to understand, one page passage explains what light energy is and how it moves. It describes concepts like electromagnetic waves, the speed of light, reflection, and refraction. The passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included for your convenience. The passage also has a companion YouTube video. Show the video before or after reading the
4th - 7th
Basic Principles, Informational Text, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.4
, RI.4.10
, RI.5.4
+6
Also included in: Light Energy Reflection and Refraction Unit Bundle of 7 Science Lessons
Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Google Slides
Are your students learning about balanced and unbalanced forces? This activity will have your students analyze different scenarios to determine if an object is balanced or unbalanced. Students will also work on calculating net force and determining if an object's speed changes when an outside force acts on it. Add this digital activity to your lesson plans today! For the first 2 activities, students will watch 2 videos that explain balanced/unbalanced forces and work on vocabulary definitions.
4th - 12th, Higher Education
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Force and Motion Growing Bundle
Moon Phases Color by Number - Science Color By Number Worksheet
This activity requires students to answer 12 questions related to the phases of the moon. Once finished, students will use the answers to color the corresponding parts of a fun zen moon coloring page. I have included questions that cover misconceptions regarding the moon. For example, some students think that the moon creates its own light. Or, they have a hard time distinguishing between the different phases of the moon. The questions within this packet will address such issues. Included:➤ Stud
5th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Science Color By Number Bundle
No Prep STEM Activity Paper Airplane Project Paper Engineering Design Process
This is the paper airplane STEM activity you are looking for! This low prep paper engineering challenge is EASY to implement and a fun force and motion exploration. ✅ This activity can be used with ANY grade (students will need to be able to fold and crease paper). It's an excellent fine motor skills activity and always produces surprising results. If you are learning about force and motion or measurement, this challenge is perfect for you! ✅ What You'll Get ✅ Challenge PosterDescription and te
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Potential and Kinetic Energy Task Cards (Google Classroom compatible)
Now you can add an interactive layer to this PDF and assign it to your students through Google Classroom!This PDF includes 32 task cards that allow teachers to assess their students' knowledge of potential and kinetic energy (please see the extensive list of content that is covered below). A student answer sheet and teacher answer key are provided. An editable task card is included so that you can add your own task card question or task. The following content/topics are included: •classifying e
5th - 9th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Also included in: A Whole Watt-a Task Cards Bundle
Force and Motion:Push and Pull
Force and Motion:Push and Pull – Hi teachers! Will you be teaching your students about force and motion – push, pull, straight, zig-zag, round-and-round, back-and-forth, fast, slow, etc.? Then this supplemental unit might be just what you need to help your students fully understand the concepts. Included are 90 real life full color pictures of objects to demonstrate each force and motion. Also included are posters, printables, interactive notebook pages, and 11 experiments to reinforce what
K - 2nd
Physics, Science
Electricity Color by Number - Science Color By Number - Review Activity
This activity requires students to answer 12 questions related to electricity. Once finished, students will use the answers to color the corresponding parts of a fun light bulb coloring page. Included:➤ Student Question Sheet ➤ Student Coloring Page ➤ Teacher Keys How is this product useful?✔ Excellent summative assessment ✔ A fun alternative to a standard electricity worksheet ✔ Addresses scientific misconceptions ✔ Versatile - use for classwork, homework, early finishers, extra credit, test
5th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Physical Science Color by Number Bundle
Showing 1-24 of 10,827 results
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands