Science 5.3
Scientific investigation and reasoning. The student uses critical thinking and scientific problem solving to make informed decisions. The student is expected to:
- (1) analyze, evaluate, and critique scientific
explanations by using evidence, logical reasoning, and experimental and
observational testing;
- (A) draw or develop a model that represents how something that cannot be seen such as the Sun, Earth, and Moon system and formation of sedimentary rock works or looks; and
- (B) connect grade-level appropriate science concepts with the history of science, science careers, and contributions of scientists.
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Severe Weather STEM - Build a Storm Shelter Project
Design a storm shelter to protect against wind and rain with a hands-on Weather Stem Challenge.
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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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Scientific Investigation Scenarios - Sorting Activity
Analyze scientific investigation scenarios to determine which stage in the scientific method is being described with a printable Scientific Method Sorting Activity.
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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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Famous Inventor Fact File - Alessandro Volta Comprehension Worksheet
Read and learn about Alessandro Volta and his amazing innovations with a Fact File reading passage and comprehension worksheet.
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Inquiry Project - Template
A diverse template to help students craft inquiry questions to produce different types of research projects.
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Accidental Inventions - Printable Posters and Reading Passages
Discover some of the world’s most famous (and accidental) inventions with a set of printable invention posters.