Students can name the variables but still plan unfair tests? Learn how to teach students to plan a fair science investigation with practice spotting fair and unfair tests, controlling variables, and guided investigations.
Need quick graphing practice that fits into lessons you already teach? Here are 7 low-prep ways to use graphs in science class with grades 4–8, from one-question bell ringers to test prep.
Help students move from “I hate graphs” to “I can do this.” Simple, classroom-tested routines and practice ideas to build confidence with science graphing in grades 4–8.
Science teachers keep those triple beam balances in your classroom. Here are 3 ways you can use this science tool in the grade 4 5 6 classroom.
Learn what to put on your science supply list by using these teacher approved materials for supplies for elementary science labs.
Three ideas to teach your grade 4 5 6 students about the scientific method includes free and fun ideas.
This free scientific method activity will walk students through the process as the fortune telling fish will engage your grade 4 5 6 students.
Learn about the NGSS science and engineering practices. Teach your students the 8 SEPs and find ways to integrate them into your grade 4 5 6 classroom.
Five easy ways to integrate physical and chemical changes into your unit for grades 4 5 6.
Learn about three types of questions to ask your students so that they can become better scientists by improving their critical thinking skills.
Hands-on states of matter science experiments that show students how solids, liquids, and gases interact. Five easy activities to add to your states of matter unit.
Keep students engaged during the holidays with STEM projects in the science classroom. Learn how holiday STEM builds NGSS skills and social-emotional learning in upper elementary and middle school.