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Why Do Some Objects Fall Faster Than Others?

Put Galileo's theories to the test with bricks and feathers! Introduce your pupils to the fundamentals of gravity with…

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Physics

Gravity

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Do Objects Float Better in Salt Water Than in Fresh Water?

Will a bottlecap really float in salt water?Students will learn about density and surface tension with this printable…

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Science

Physics

Density

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Thought for Food: A Nutrition Lesson

Learn about the science behind nutrition, and get the resources necessary to give your students an understanding of…

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Science

Health

Nutrition

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Salt or Sugar: Which Dissolves Faster in Different Liquids?

Easy and fun hands-on chemistry experiment Students learn about molecules and solutions with this hands-on science…

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Science

Chemistry

Chemical Mixtures and Solutions

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Food Groups

Introduce your students to a lab that evaluates students' ability to use data and charts to find foods that meet daily…

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Science

Health

Nutrition

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Summer Reading (Grades 3-5)

Summer reading for grades 3-5, with activities! Pick any book from this list of the best kids' books and your students…

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Reading and Literature

Science

Earth Science

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In Which Liquids Do Seeds Grow Best?

Green thumbs for everyone! Teach your pupils about horticulture and hydroponics with this hands-on printable science…

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Science

Plants and Botany

Seeds and Pollination

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Life Cycle of Butterflies

Students will learn about the life cycle of butterflies and find answers to frequently asked questions about these…

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Science

Animals (Zoology)

Insects

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Animals of the Rainforest Lesson

Use a lesson that provides students with an opportunity to learn about the behaviors and physical characteristics of…

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Science

Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

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Recycled Art

Students will use found and recycled objects to make art. Then, they will evaluate their artwork and how their group…

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Science

Earth Science

Recycling

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Build a Volcano

Build a volcano using common kitchen supplies. This fun science activity is perfect for National Chemistry Week…

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Chemistry

Earth Science

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Does It Matter How Much Air Is in Your Basketball?

Help students get a "handle" on understanding air pressure Students observe how different levels of air pressure affect…

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Science

Physics

Motion and Energy (Mechanics)

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Parts of a Volcano Worksheet (Labeling Activity)

ACTIVITIES

Parts of a Volcano Labeling Worksheet

Students label the parts of a volcano diagram using words provided in the word bank. This printable can be used as…

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Science

Geology

Volcanoes

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What Materials Conduct Static Electricity Best?

Learn about electricity in this "shocking" science experiment! In this hands-on science project, pupils build their own…

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Science

Physics

Electricity

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What Foods Attract Ants?

A creepy-crawly science project with legs! Students learn about ants and how they are able to locate food with this…

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Science

Insects

Science Projects

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Observing Sound Waves

Students will conduct an experiment that will allow them to see sound waves in action.

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Science

Physics

Sound (Acoustics)

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Earthquakes and Volcanoes Lesson and Activities

This lesson plan includes maps, colorful graphics, and activities to help students understand how volcanoes and…

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Science

Earth Science

Natural Disasters

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Dinosaur Unit

A Dinosaur Unit will help students to explore facts about these extinct creatures in many curricular areas.

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Science

Earth Science

Dinosaurs (Paleontology)

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Potential and Kinetic Energy

Use this activity to help students learn the difference between potential and kinetic energy. The provided lesson plan…

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Science

Kinetic Energy

Potential Energy

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Can Sound Travel Through Things?

Through simple experimentation, students will learn how sound waves function and travel.

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Science

Physics

Sound (Acoustics)

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Island of the Blue Dolphins

Island of the Blue Dolphins tells the story of an American Indian girl stranded on an island, alone, for 18 years. This…

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Literature

Native-American History (American Indians)

Animals (Zoology)

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Herbs in the Classroom

Grow herbs indoors all year by creating a mini-greenhouse.

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Science

Plants and Botany

Earth Science

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Favorite Summer Activities Slideshow (K-8)

View this collection of our favorite summer-themed activities, lessons, and printables. Click through the slideshow to…

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Science

Earth Science

Summer Season

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Are All Pennies Created Equal?

A penny saved is a...penny that's no longer a penny?! Teach your students about the chemical compounds within a penny…

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Science

Chemistry

Science Projects

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