Teaching Earth Science in Upper Elementary Grades
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Teaching earth science in upper elementary? Take some time to learn how all the pieces fit together. For example, in third grade, kids learn about the atmosphere, and in fourth…
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Fourth Grade NGSS Physical Science Hands-on Activities
Try these hands-on physical science activities for fourth grade NGSS standards. They focus on energy and waves. (more…)
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Teaching Science with Integrated Experiences
Teach science with integrated experiences. That way, kids see connections between earth, life, and physical science. Then processes in our natural world make sense. Include a variety of science practices…
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Light and Color – the Beautiful ROY G. BIV
Light and color go together like the chicken and the egg. Without one, you couldn’t have another! Read on for ideas for teaching this pair, as well as the spectacular…
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Try This Remarkable Refraction of Light Lab
Teaching refraction of light in upper elementary? Try this simple (but remarkable) lab. Kids explore three situations where water bends the rays. For updates, follow my TPT store. Ms. Sneed…
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Simple Reflection of Light Experiment for Kids
Try this reflection of light experiment with your kids. It’s easy! Just grab a flashlight and some everyday objects. Then ask kids to reflect the beam onto the wall. For…
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Easy Ways to Teach Transparent, Translucent, and Opaque
Teach the difference between transparent, translucent, and opaque objects. With just a flashlight and everyday items, you can put together an easy lab, station, or center. (more…)
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Teaching How Light Travels – Energy for Kids
Teaching how light travels? For kids in elementary school, keep this energy lesson simple. Light travels in a straight line. Read on for activities to let third, fourth, or fifth…
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How Density Affects Sound in Solids, Liquids, and Gases
Density affects sound. Kids in third, fourth, and fifth grade can investigate how it travels through solids, liquids, and gases. If you have a swimming pool, it’s easy. But you…
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2 Simple Activities to Explore Materials That Conduct Sound
Which materials conduct sound? Which insulate it? Try these simple activities. Your third, fourth, or fifth grade students will love them! (more…)
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