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Simple Machines Snakes and Ladders
A snakes and ladders styled game for students to review the 6 types of simple machines.
Includes questions on the following types of simple machines:
➸ lever
➸ screw
➸ wedge
➸ pulley
➸ inclined plane
➸ wheel and axle
Includes the following:
Game board comprised of twenty questions.
Solutions grid.
A dice which students can construct.
Counters [6 in colour and 4 which can be coloured in by students]
How to play set of instructions.
A blank answer table for students to write their answers on.
Great accompaniments to this resource:
Simple Machines PowerPoint and Activity Sheets
Simple Machines Activities [Cut and Paste]
Simple Machines Task Cards
Simple Machines Boom Cards™ - Distance Learning
Simple Machines Cootie Catcher
Clipart by:
Studio Devanna)
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Simple Machines Activities [Cut and Paste]
An engaging set of three cut and paste graphic organisers to support the study of the different simple machines and their characteristics. Students cut out each of the titles, images, description and examples. Then arrange, organise and paste them into the correct positions on the three different designs of graphic organisers provided. [16 pages in total]
Alternatively, students can write the information into the graphic organisers.
Complete with solutions for each of the activities and comes in colour and black and white versions. The black and white versions can also be coloured in by students.
Includes the following 6 simple machines:
➸ inclined plane
➸ wedge
➸ lever
➸ pulley
➸ wheel and axle
➸ screw
Includes the following activities:
➸ flow diagram graphic organiser
➸ flip book graphic organiser
➸ accordion graphic organiser
Great accompaniments to this resource:
Simple Machines PowerPoint and Activity Sheets
Simple Machines Task Cards
Simple Machines Boom Cards™ - Distance Learning
Simple Machines Cootie Catcher
Clipart by:
Studio Devanna
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Simple Machines Task Cards
A set of 28 task cards designed for students to independently, or in groups, revise and review the 6 different types of simple machines.
Questions cover the following simple machines:
➸ wedge
➸ lever
➸ inclined plane
➸ screw
➸ wheel and axle
➸ pulley
Included in this kit:
➸ 28 task cards focusing on different types of simple machines.
➸ Student solution sheet on which to record answers.
➸ Teacher answer key.
There are 4 cards on each sheet [7 sheets in total]. They can be printed in greyscale or colour [single or double sided]. Save paper and time by laminating the cards and keeping them as class sets. Provide each student with a blank solution grid for writing the answer to the problem stated on each card.
Great as a group extension or consolidation activity or for early finishers.
Great accompaniments to this resource:
Simple Machines PowerPoint and Activity Sheets
Simple Machines Activities [Cut and Paste]
Simple Machines Boom Cards™ - Distance Learning
Simple Machines Cootie Catcher
Clipart by:
Studio Devanna
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Specialised Cells Word Search
A free word search on different types of specialised plant and animal cells. Great as a starter activity or for early finishers. Complete with solutions.
Resource reviews are greatly appreciated.
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Classifying Animals [Cut and Paste] Vertebrates
An engaging set of three cut and paste graphic organisers to support the study of the different vertebrate groups and how to classify them based on their characteristics. Students cut out each of the titles, images, description and examples. Then arrange, organise and paste them into the correct positions on the three different designs of graphic organisers provided. [16 pages in total]
Alternatively, students can write the information into the graphic organisers.
Complete with solutions for each of the activities and comes in colour and black and white versions. The black and white versions can also be coloured in by students.
Includes the following vertebrate groups:
➸ mammals
➸ birds
➸ reptiles
➸ amphibians
➸ fish
Includes the following activities:
➸ flow diagram graphic organiser
➸ flip book graphic organiser
➸ accordion graphic organiser
Great accompaniments to this resource:
Classifying Animals Activity Booklet
Classifying Animals Task Cards
Classifying Animals Card Sort
Classifying Animals PowerPoint Presentation
Classifying Animals Tarsia Puzzle
Classifying Animals Fact Fan
Classifying Animals Learning Grid
Classifying Animals Graphing Activity
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Levels of Organisation Activities [Cut and Paste]
An engaging set of three cut and paste graphic organisers to support the study of levels of organisation in organisms. Students cut out each of the titles, images, definition and examples. Then arrange, organise and paste them into the correct positions on the three different designs of graphic organisers provided. [16 pages in total]
Alternatively, students can write the information into the graphic organisers.
Includes solutions for all each of the activities and comes in colour and black and white versions. The black and white versions can also be coloured in by students.
Includes the following activities:
➸ flow diagram graphic organiser
➸ flip book graphic organiser
➸ accordion graphic organiser
A great free accompaniment to this resource:
Levels of Organisation PowerPoint and Word Search
Clipart by:
The Weird Science Teacher
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Specialised Cells Task Cards
A set of 24 task cards designed for students to independently, or in groups, revise and review the different variety of specialised cells.
Included in this kit:
➸ 24 task cards focusing on different aspects of specialised cells.
➸ Student solution sheet on which to record answers.
➸ Teacher answer key.
There are 4 cards on each sheet [6 sheets in total]. They can be printed in greyscale or colour [single or double sided]. Save paper and time by laminating the cards and keeping them as class sets. Provide each student with a blank solution grid for writing the answer to the problem stated on each card.
Great as a group extension, consolidation activity or for early finishers.
Clipart by:
The Cher Room
Cute and Clever
Clipartino
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Body Systems Cootie Catcher
Cootie catchers are a great way to reinforce and review key topic vocabulary and concepts. The body systems cootie catcher has a series of images and statements on the characteristics of various body systems.
Systems covered:
➸ Circulatory system
➸ Respiratory system
➸ Nervous system
➸ Digestive system
➸ Reproductive system
➸ Muscular system
➸ Skeletal system
➸ Urinary system
It also includes a bonus activity sheet [matching activity and word search].
Clipart by:
Clipartino

Periodic Table Boom Cards™ - Distance Learning
The digital Periodic Table Boom Cards™ deck provides students with a fun interactive way to review and consolidate facts and information on the periodic table of the elements.
Includes the following topics:
➸ elements and their symbols
➸ periods
➸ groups
➸ element boxes
How to use:
Click on the link provided to access the Boom Cards™deck.
This will redirect you to the Boom Learning™ website.
Select the ‘Redeem’ option.
This will prompt you to set up an account [If you don’t already have one].
If you already have an account simply sign in to access your new deck of Boom Cards™.
The PDF includes links that you click on to access the Boom Cards™ deck you have purchased.
Using Boom Cards:
To use Boom Cards, you must be connected to the Internet. Boom Cards play on modern browsers [Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge]. Apps are available for Android, iPads, iPhones, and Kindle Fires.
For security and privacy, adults must have a Boom Learning account to use and assign Boom Cards. You will be able to assign the Boom Cards you are buying with “Fast Pins,” [play provides instant feedback for self-grading Boom Cards]. Fast Play is always a free way for students to engage with Boom Cards decks. For additional assignment options you’ll need a premium account. If you are new to Boom Learning, you will be offered a free trial of our premium account.
Using Fast Play
The quickest way to begin is to assign Boom Cards. Simply choose a deck from your Library, select the Actions drop down menu, and select Fast Pin. You’ll be presented with a 4-digit code and a short URL that you can share with your students they will then be taken to the deck of cards you’ve assigned.
Assigning Boom Cards in an LMS
[Google Classroom, Schoology, SeeSaw, Canvas, Moodle, Powerschool, Class Dojo, Microsoft Teams and more]
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
ToonClipart

Light [Natural and Artificial] Activities
An engaging set of activities support the study of examples of natural and artificial light. Includes both color and black and white versions. Comes complete with solutions.
Activity 1: Cut and Paste
Students cut out each of the objects and then arrange, organize and paste them into the correct positions on the graphic organizer provided.
Activity 2: Sort and Store
Students cut out each of the sink or float cards and then sort and store them in the science notebook sleeves provided.
Activity 3: Colour In
Students colour in the objects that sink or float in different colors.
Activity 4: Table Tick
Students study the objects in a table and then place a tick in the correct column [sink or float].
Natural and Artificial light sources included:
➸ flashlight
➸ star
➸ fireflies
➸ candle
➸ light bulb
➸ lantern
➸ moon
➸ fire
➸ sun
➸ lightning
A great accompaniment to this resource:
Light [Natural and Artificial] Boom Cards™ - Distance Learning
Clipart by:
Whimsy Clips
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Animal Adaptations Digital Resources Pack - Distance Learning
A set of interactive digital [Google Slides] resources covering the different types of animal adaptations with examples. Includes solutions to each of the activities.
Includes the following:
➸ Animal adaptations slide presentation [18 slides].
➸ Animal adaptations label activity [3 different animals [platypus, manatee, great white shark].
➸ Animal adaptations sort activity [match the adaptation with its type [structural, physiological, behavioural].
➸ Animal adaptations scavenger hunt [ a series of 20 questions which can be used with the animal adaptations presentation].
➸ Animal adaptations [structural and behavioural] Venn diagram.
How to use:
Click on the links in the downloadable PDF file to access the resources.
In the browser window that opens click on the ‘make a copy ‘ button.
The file will open in Google Slides or Google Forms.
Share the file individually with students, download it or add to Google Classroom for students to access.
Other digital resource packs in this series:
Plant and Animal Cells Digital Resources Pack
Microscope Parts Digital Resources Pack
The Planets Digital Resources Pack
Rocks and the Rock Cycle Digital Resources Pack
Acids and Bases Digital Resources Pack
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Magnets and Magnetism Task Cards
A set of 24 task cards designed for students to independently, or in groups, revise and review magnets and magnetism.
Questions cover the following topics:
➸ type of magnets [temporary and permanent]
➸ magnetic poles
➸ magnetic forces [attraction and repulsion]
➸ magnetic field diagrams
➸ magnetic metals
➸ magnetic and non-magnetic objects
Included in this kit:
➸ 24 task cards focusing on magnets and magnetism.
➸ Student solution sheet on which to record answers.
➸ Teacher answer key.
There are 4 cards on each sheet [6 sheets in total]. They can be printed in greyscale or colour [single or double sided]. Save paper and time by laminating the cards and keeping them as class sets. Provide each student with a blank solution grid for writing the answer to the problem stated on each card.
Great as a group extension or consolidation activity or for early finishers.
Clipart by:
The Cher Room
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Animal Coverings [fur, feathers, scales] Cut and Paste Activity
An engaging cut and paste graphic organiser to support the study of the different types of animal coverings. Students cut out each of the animal images. Then arrange, organise and paste them into the correct positions on the graphic organiser provided.
Comes complete with solution.
Animal coverings and animal images included:
➸ fur: cheetah, platypus, wombat, lion, kangaroo
➸ feathers: hummingbird, emu, owl, chickadee, kiwi
➸ scales: fish, snake, seahorse, chameleon, shark
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Bees and Flowers Graphing Activity
A graphing activity that integrates science and maths. Students count the number of bees frequenting different coloured flowers and record a tally and total and then finally create a pictograph using cut out bees and a graphing template.
Also includes solutions, activity sheet with questions and a spot the difference activity.
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Louis Pasteur Biography Bites
A brief [1 page] reading comprehension activity on the life and achievements of Louis Pasteur. Works great as a starter, plenary or for early finishers.
Includes the following:
➸ Brief biography of Louis Pasteur
➸ 2 multiple choice questions
➸ Gap fill activity
➸ Word search
➸ Solutions to each activity
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Acids and Bases Digital Resources Pack - Distance Learning
A set of interactive digital [Google Slides and Google Forms] resources covering acids, bases and indicators. Includes solutions to each of the activities.
Includes the following:
➸ Acids and bases slide presentation [27 slides].
➸ Acids and bases pH sort activity [match the household item with its pH].
➸ Acids and bases Venn diagram.
➸ Acids and bases scavenger hunt [a series of 21 question which can be used with the acids and bases presentation].
➸ Acids and bases multiple choice quiz.
How to use:
Click on the links in the downloadable PDF file to access the resources.
In the browser window that opens click on the ‘make a copy ‘ button.
The file will open in Google Slides or Google Forms.
Share the file individually with students, download it or add to Google Classroom for students to access.
Other digital resource packs in this series:
Plant and Animal Cells Digital Resources Pack
Microscope Parts Digital Resources Pack
The Planets Digital Resources Pack
Rocks and the Rock Cycle Digital Resources Pack
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Mammals, Birds and Reptiles Digital Venn Diagram - Distance Learning
An interactive digital Venn diagram covering the features of mammals, birds and reptiles. A great interactive activity for comparing and contrasting these three animal groups.
Includes the following:
➸ Venn diagram blank template
➸ Features of mammals, birds and reptiles information boxes
➸ Venn diagram solution
How to use:
Click on the links in the downloadable document to access the resources.
In the browser window that opens click on the ‘make a copy ‘ button.
The file will open in Google Slides.
Share the file individually with students, download it or add to Google Classroom for students to access.
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Whales and Sharks Digital Venn Diagram - Distance Learning
An interactive digital Venn diagram covering the features of whales and sharks. A great interactive activity for comparing and contrasting these two types of animals.
Includes the following:
➸ Venn diagram blank template
➸ Features of whales and sharks information boxes
➸ Venn diagram solution
How to use:
Click on the links in the downloadable document to access the resources.
In the browser window that opens click on the ‘make a copy ‘ button.
The file will open in Google Slides.
Share the file individually with students, download it or add to Google Classroom for students to access.
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
Digital Toonage

Volcanoes Activities [Cut and Paste]
A set of two cut and paste, colouring and labelling activities designed for students studying volcanoes.
Activities included:
➸ Cut and paste volcano interactive notebook activity.
➸ Colouring and labelling volcano activity.
Includes a bonus parts of a volcano word search.
Great accompaniments to the above resource:
Volcanoes Activities
Volcanoes PowerPoint and Activity Sheets
Volcanoes Task Cards
Volcanoes Bingo
Clipart by:
The Painted Crow

Solar System Quiz
A Jeopardy style space quiz. Great as a starter plenary or review. The 27 slide PowerPoint quiz is fully editable.
Also includes a bonus solar system word search.
Topics included:
planets
dwarf planets
moons
stars
asteroids and comets
How to play:
Have a student or group select a category, for example ‘biology’ and then an amount, for example ‘100’.
If the student or group gets the answer correct they receive 100 points. If they get it incorrect they lose 100 points.
Repeat until all the questions have been completed.
The winner is the student or group with the most points.
The value for each question which has been chosen will be highlighted on the master category grid so that students know which questions have already been asked.
You may also like the following free science quiz.
Science quiz
Clipart by:
Ron Leishman
ToonClipart