S.5.1
The student asks questions, identifies problems, and plans and safely conducts classroom, laboratory, and field investigations to answer questions, explain phenomena, or design solutions using appropriate tools and models.
The student is expected to:
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Time-Lapse Observation Charts for Science Inquiry
Track scientific changes over time with a set of printable Time Lapse Observation Charts.
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I See, I Think, I Wonder - Science Inquiry PowerPoint
Teach students to ask scientific questions, make observations, and inspire discussions with this ‘I See, I Think, I Wonder’ Science Inquiry PowerPoint.
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STEM Projects for Middle School - Challenge Cards
Use our Stem Projects for Middlle School Challenge Cards to inspire problem-solving and creative thinking.
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Mix & Measure Temperature Experiment
Explore temperature changes and practice reading a thermometer with our Mix and Measure Temperature Experiment.
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Scientific Measurement PowerPoint - Using Science Tools
Explore and use a variety of scientific measurement tools with an interactive Scientific Measurement PowerPoint.
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Science Observation Table Templates
Plan, observe, and record scientific observations and data with printable Science Observation Templates for upper elementary and middle school students.
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Writing a Scientific Hypothesis - Lesson Slides
Teach your students how to write a scientific hypothesis with an interactive slide deck and hypothesis writing practice activity.
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Light and Shadow Experiment Design Activity
Explore light and shadow while developing science inquiry skills with our Light and Shadow Experiment design activity pack.
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Reading a Thermometer Worksheets
Practice reading the temperature with a set of printable Reading a Thermometer Worksheets.
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Wild Wonders! Nature Observation Activity Book
Explore and observe the natural world with our Wild Wonders Nature Observation Activity Book.
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Build a Scientific Data Table Worksheets
Improve scientific data collection skills with printable Construct A Data Table Worksheets.
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Select a Science Tool Worksheets
Demonstrate knowledge of different science lab equipment and investigation tools while boosting science inquiry skills with a set of printable Select a Science Tool Worksheets.
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Scientific Method Digital Learning Activity
Help your students understand the steps in the scientific process with an engaging Scientific Method Digital Learning Notebook activity.
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Observing Chemical Reactions Experiment for Kids
Investigates chemical changes and the law of conservation of mass with our Observing Chemical Reactions Experiments.
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What is S.T.E.A.M. Education? Teaching Slides
Introduce your students to the world of STEAM Education with our 'What is STEAM Education? Teaching Presentation.
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Differentiated Scientific Method Doodle Notes Templates
Use scientific method doodle notes to turn learning the scientific method into a meaningful note-taking session for students!
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PowerPoint on the Scientific Method - Thinking Like a Scientist
Introduce your students to the scientific process with an interactive PowerPoint on the scientific method.
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Scientific Hypothesis Writing Checklist
Use a Scientific Hypothesis Writing Checklist to help your students write clear and complete scientific hypotheses.
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Hypothesis Writing Practice Worksheet
Teach your students to write a hypothesis with a printable writing guide and a hypothesis-writing practice worksheet.
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STEM Word Wall Cards
Use our free printable STEM word wall to display essential STEM and STEAM-related vocabulary words.
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Science Experiment - Changing States of Matter
Investigates how a substance's state of matter can be changed with a hands-on science experiment.
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Can You Save Fred? Activity
Can You Save Fred? Encourage teamwork and resilience with a fun, hands-on problem-solving and team-building STEM activity.
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Solving Global Problems - Design an Invention Workbook
Help your students discover how innovation and invention can solve global problems with an invention project workbook.
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Lab Safety Teaching Slides
Teach your students about the important of science safety before conducting experiments with this 18-slide instructional slide deck.
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Oil Spill Experiment
Investigate water pollution and discover the effects of oil spills on wildlife with a hands-on oil spill experiment
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Predict and Prove – Template
A template to help introduce making a hypothesis before starting an investigation.
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Salt Water Density Experiment
A hands-on science experiment about salt water density.
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Freedom of Choice PowerPoint - Developing Scientific Lines of Questioning
A teaching presentation discussing the development of scientific lines of questioning.
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Electrical Safety Task Cards
Encourage safe behaviors when dealing with electrical devices with our printable Electrical Safety Task Cards.
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Electrical Safety Quiz
Ensure students are aware of the hazards surrounding the use of electrical devices in the Science lab with an Electrical Safety Quiz.
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Identify the Fair Test Worksheet Pack
Identify examples and non-examples of fair scientific tests with our Identify The Fair Test Worksheet Pack.
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Identifying Variables and Constants Worksheets
Identify components of science investigations with our Identifying Variables and Constants Worksheets.