5th Grade Science Lesson Plans

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Science

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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Sample the Solar System

Deliver a lesson plan that presents a research project on the solar system.

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Science

Space and Astronomy

Solar System

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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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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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Science

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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Layers of the Rain Forest

Use a lesson that provides students with an opportunity to learn about the animals and plant life that live in various…

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Science

Habitats and Ecosystems

Rainforests

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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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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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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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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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Communities Vocabulary

Use this vocabulary list with the "Communities" lesson.

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Social Studies and History

Animals (Zoology)

Insects

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CLASSROOM TOOLS

Career Bulletin Board

Create a "Career Collage" and display it on a bulletin board.

Subjects

Social Studies and History

Community and Ways of Life

Science

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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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Introducing Dinosaurs Mini-Lesson -- PowerPoint Slideshow

Illustrate some interesting dinosaur characteristics and give students a general overview of some of the amazing…

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Science

Geology

Fossils

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Gravity and Weight on Other Planets

How much would you weigh on Pluto (if it was still a planet)? Students learn about gravity, mass, and weight by…

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Science

Space and Astronomy

Planets

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ACTIVITIES

The Sweetest Experiment – Chocolate and Solvents

Pupils love this sweet activity! They learn about solvents by timing how quickly chocolate dissolves in their mouth when…

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Science

Science Projects

Food

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