8th Grade Science Worksheets

Life Science Test: Heredity and Genetics

Subjects:

Genetics and DNA

Cellular Biology

Biology

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Insects on the Internet

In this printable computer activity, students research insects on the Internet and use PowerPoint or AppleWorks to…

Subjects:

Animals (Zoology)

Insects

Biology

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WORKSHEETS

Science Key Term Review: Heredity and Genetics

Review the meaning of science terms with this vocabulary worksheet and word puzzle about heredity and genetics.

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Language Arts and Writing

Genetics and DNA

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The Nine Planets

In this printable computer activity, students research the planets on the Internet and use PowerPoint or AppleWorks to…

Subjects:

Language Arts and Writing

Science

Space and Astronomy

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REFERENCE

One Small Step and Mission to the Moon

Share the story of Neil Armstrong and the race to the moon with your students, and assign the related activities to help…

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Science

Space Exploration

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WORKSHEETS

Women in Space: Sally Ride and Christa McAuliffe

Encourage students to learn more about Sally Ride and Christa McAuliffe, two astronaut pioneers.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Science

Astronauts and Space Flights

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Disaster in the Air: Challenger Space Shuttle

Distribute an article that examines the Challenger space shuttle tragedy of 1986.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Science

Astronauts and Space Flights

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Howard Hughes Sets Speed Record

Interesting facts and fun activities related to Howard Hughes' speed record.

Subjects:

Science

Motion and Energy (Mechanics)

Acceleration and Velocity

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CLASSROOM TOOLS

Animal Speeds

Hand out a printable computer activity that teaches the basics of a spreadsheet. Students research how fast different…

Subjects:

Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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ACTIVITIES

To Tell the Truth

Students create a true/false game about electronics. Assesses their understanding of concepts related to electronic…

Subjects:

Science

Physics

Electricity

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Two-Way Satellite Communication

Interesting facts and fun activities related to two-way satellite communication.

Subjects:

Science

Space and Astronomy

Satellites

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Gasoline Trivia

Interesting facts and fun activities related to the history of gasoline.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Science

Earth Science

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Science and Language Arts: Technology and Weather

Students define weather terminology and also a list of weather prediction tools. They must suggest when the tools first…

Subjects:

Weather

Language Arts and Writing

Earth Science

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A Treatment for Diabetes

Students read an overview of the discovery of insulin, and complete related activities to extend their understanding.

Subjects:

Science

Health and Safety

Illness and Diseases

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Space Shuttles

Read about the first space shuttles, and then explore the suggested activities as an extension.

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Science

Astronauts and Space Flights

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Oil Refining

Integrate technology into your study of Earth science. To complete this printable, students will use reference materials…

Subjects:

Science

Earth Science

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WORKSHEETS

Kaufman Focus Guides by Kenn Kaufman

Encourage students to learn about nature with the activities, discussion questions, and online resources in this…

Subjects:

Library Resources

Nonfiction Literature

Insects

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Fast-Food Fact Finding

Using the Internet, children compare and contrast the nutritional value of menu items from different fast-food…

Subjects:

Science

Health

Nutrition

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LESSON PLANS

How Distant Are the Planets from the Sun?

Hand out a printable computer activity that teaches the basics of a spreadsheet. Students research the distance of the…

Subjects:

Science

Space and Astronomy

Mathematics

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The Virtual Body

In this printable computer activity, students develop their Internet browsing skills as they learn about the human body.

Subjects:

Human Body and Anatomy

Human Biology

Biology

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What Is the Weather in Your City?

Students practice using the World Wide Web as they research local and international weather on the Internet and complete…

Subjects:

Science

Earth Science

Weather

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CLASSROOM TOOLS

Studying the Solar System with Spreadsheets

Students use the Internet to research the solar system, graph their data with a spreadsheet program, and type their…

Subjects:

Science

Solar System

Mathematics

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