5th Grade

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Reading

Reading Comprehension

Historical Fiction

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Helen Keller

Interesting facts and fun activities related to Helen Keller.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Inventions

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A Frozen Delight: Making Ice Cream

Students invent their own dessert by preparing ice cream with a partner, then adding whatever tasty ingredients and…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Food

Classroom-Friendly Recipes

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LESSON PLANS

Invent a Sport

Students create a new game using knowledge they have about other sports.

Subjects

Social Studies and History

Childhood Obesity Awareness & Prevention

Sports

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EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS

Women Scientists & Inventors Printable Book (Grades 4-8)

The articles in this printable book highlight the achievements of 16 women in STEM fields. The challenging puzzles will…

Subjects:

Science

Scientists

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If My Calculator Could Talk!

Teach students about using a calculator with this puzzle.

Subjects:

Mathematics

Inventions

Social Studies and History

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Rev Up Your Veggies: A Physical Science Activity

In this science activity, elementary students cooperatively design, build, and race cars made from fresh produce.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Inventions

Science

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Literature & Math: Stories About Time

Connect mathematics and social studies with activities for Do You Know What Time It Is? by Robert E. Wells (about…

Subjects:

Native-American History (American Indians)

Measurement

Probability and Statistics

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Inventions Plus

Students use an online resource to view and learn about inventions, both accidental ones and ones created to solve a…

Subjects

Inventions

Social Studies and History

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History of Automobiles

In this lesson, students will do independent research to learn more about the invention of the automobile and assembly…

Subjects

Social Studies and History

Twentieth Century

Inventions

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George Washington Carver – Coloring Page

Children read a short biography of the African-American inventor George Washington Carver, who discovered hundreds of…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Inventions

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GAMES AND APPS

The Modern Street-Cleaner Puzzle & Reading Passage

Florence Parpart invented the first modern street-cleaning machine. Students will read about this woman inventor and…

Subjects:

Reading Comprehension

Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

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My Invention Book

Students try to create their own invention and document the process in a book. The steps include brainstorming ideas,…

Subjects:

Science

Inventions

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Eye Wonder: Invention

From the humble, but essential wheel to the space shuttle and beyond, in the home, in the air, or at the sea, this book…

Subjects

Reading and Literature

Informational Texts

Inventions

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Eyewitness: Invention

Discover the fascinating story behind amazing inventions and learn how they have changed the world.

Subjects

Social Studies and History

Inventions

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Science, Technology, and Society: Time Machine

Students compare the Hubble telescope to a time machine, in order to discuss the concept of time travel.

Subjects:

Science

Space Exploration

Telescope

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ACTIVITIES

Introducing Inventions Multiple Choice

Test students understanding of key inventions vocabulary words with this multiple choice quiz.

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Language Arts and Writing

Inventions

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Sarah Breedlove Walker -- Coloring Page

This printable coloring book page features Sarah Breedlove Walker, African-American inventor of a hair softener and…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

African-American History

Inventions

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Louis Braille

Students learn about Louis Braille and practice using the Braille Alphabet.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Inventions

Physical Development & Growth

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What Do You Think?

Students are challenged to write about the statements of famous inventors.

Subjects:

Inventions

Creative Writing

Social Studies and History

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Revolutionizing the Auto Industry: Henry Ford

Read about Henry Ford's achievements, and explore the related activities to learn more about this businessman.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Twentieth Century

Inventions

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Inventors and Inventions of the 1960s

Try a printable worksheet that details some of the major inventions from the 1960s.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Twentieth Century

Inventions

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Thomas Alva Edison, Inventor

Use the brief description of inventor Thomas Edison to complete the related activities on this sheet.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Inventions

Scientists

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