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Interdisciplinary Curriculum Developer and Educator with a background in Astrophysics and a flair for great no-nonsense resources based on classroom experience.
Electricity Generation & Transmission Research Project Template Digital + Print
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Electricity Generation & Transmission Research Project Template Digital + Print

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Learning about electricity generation and transmission is important because it underpins modern life, powering homes, industries, and technologies. Understanding how electricity is produced—from fossil fuels to renewable sources like solar and wind—and how it is transmitted through grids helps us appreciate the complexity of energy systems. This electricity generation and transmission knowledge is crucial for developing efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions to meet growing demands while addressing environmental challenges. By studying electricity generation and transmission, we gain insights into improving energy access, reducing losses, and transitioning to greener energy sources for a more sustainable future. It’s worth a look and worth a buy, so let’s go learn some physics! This electricity generation and transmission science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about electricity generation and transmission. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In thiselectricity generation and transmission science research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS ELECTRICITY GENERATION AND TRANSMISSION SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS ELECTRICITY GENERATION AND TRANSMISSION SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE: 7 page Google doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page Word doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page PDF student version with space to fill in answers 1 page 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form
Ionizing Radiation | Research Project Template Webquest HS-PS4-4 Digital + Print
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Ionizing Radiation | Research Project Template Webquest HS-PS4-4 Digital + Print

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Learning about ionizing radiation is important because it helps us understand its powerful effects on matter and its applications in science, medicine, and industry. Ionizing radiation can be beneficial, such as in medical imaging and cancer treatment, but it also poses risks, including DNA damage and environmental contamination. Understanding its properties, sources, and safety measures enables us to use it responsibly and protect ourselves from harmful exposure. This ionizing radiation knowledge is crucial for advancing technologies while ensuring health and environmental safety. This is a great arena of physics learning and ties in to learning about non-ionizing radiation (EM spectrum too!) This ionizing radiation science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about ionizing radiation. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this ionizing radiation science research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS IONIZING RADIATION SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS IONIZING RADIATION SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE: 7 page Google doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page Word doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page PDF student version with space to fill in answers 1 page 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form
Physics of Water | Research Project Template (Webquest) | Digital + Printable
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Physics of Water | Research Project Template (Webquest) | Digital + Printable

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Learning about the physics of water is important because water is fundamental to life and plays a critical role in natural and engineered systems. Understanding concepts like surface tension, viscosity, buoyancy, and phase changes helps explain phenomena such as why objects float, how weather patterns form, and how water moves through ecosystems. This water knowledge is essential for fields like environmental science, engineering, and climate studies, enabling solutions for water management, renewable energy, and sustainability. Studying the physics of water deepens our understanding of Earth’s processes and helps address global challenges related to water resources. Let’s get learning with this excellent teaching resource. This physics of water science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics of water. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this physics of water science research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS PHYSICS OF WATER SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS PHYSICS OF WATER SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE: 7 page Google doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page Word doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page PDF student version with space to fill in answers 1 page 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form
Rockets | Physics Research Project Template (Webquest) | Digital + Printable
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Rockets | Physics Research Project Template (Webquest) | Digital + Printable

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Learning about rockets is important because they are essential for space exploration, satellite deployment, and advancing global communication and technology. Understanding rocket science, including propulsion, aerodynamics, and engineering, enables innovations in transportation, defense, and scientific discovery. Studying rockets also inspires problem-solving and fosters technological advancements that expand our knowledge of the universe and improve life on Earth. So let’s learn a bit together! This rockets science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about rockets. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this rockets science research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS ROCKETS SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS ROCKETS SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE: 7 page Google doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page Word doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page PDF student version with space to fill in answers 1 page 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form
Sound | Physics Research Project Template | HS-PS4-1 | Digital + Printable
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Sound | Physics Research Project Template | HS-PS4-1 | Digital + Printable

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Learning about the science of sound is important because it helps us understand how vibrations travel through different mediums to create the sounds we hear. This sound knowledge is foundational for fields like music, acoustics, communication, and engineering. The science of sound enables the design of technologies such as hearing aids, soundproofing materials, and advanced audio systems. Understanding sound also plays a crucial role in studying natural phenomena, from animal communication to seismic activity. By exploring the science of sound, we gain insights into both the physical world and ways to improve human interaction and technology. So let’s learn a bit together! This sound science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about sound. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this sound science research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS SOUND SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS SOUND SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE: 7 page Google doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page Word doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page PDF student version with space to fill in answers 1 page 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form
The Doppler Effect | Article + Research Project Template | Sub Plan Early Finish
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The Doppler Effect | Article + Research Project Template | Sub Plan Early Finish

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Learning about the Doppler effect is important because it explains how the frequency of waves changes with the motion of the source or observer, a concept with broad applications in science and technology. The Doppler effect helps us understand the behavior of sound and light waves, enabling practical uses such as radar systems, medical imaging with Doppler ultrasound, and studying the motion of stars and galaxies in astrophysics. Understanding the Doppler effect enhances our ability to interpret wave behavior in real-world scenarios, improving technologies and expanding our knowledge of the universe. A great topic to learn about with this useful teaching resource. This doppler effect research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about the doppler effect. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this doppler effect research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. It gives a rich and supportive framework that can be tweaked as needed for students to support differentiation. Each research project template includes: Space for a one paragraph summary (that links to the 2 page science article also available on this topic - but does not have to). Students should produce a mathematical connection, an engineering / technology connection, 2 interesting facts / stats. 5 glossary terms they should fill in with their own words (which also links to the science article also available) 3 thought provoking questions (ie: critical thinking questions) they must answer. Finally, each template has 3 alternative thought provoking questions for younger students and 3 other alternative harder questions to extend high flying or older students. Giving you a total of 9 possible thought provoking questions that could be used with students to enhance their research and critical thinking. Further, I have added a 1 page - 20 point rubric to be used for either self-assessment or teacher assessment as you deem fit. I hope it helps support the learning even further! The template is some of my best work and I am proud to share it with you. The science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is an article with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
The Doppler Effect | Physics Research Project Template | Digital + Printable FREE
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The Doppler Effect | Physics Research Project Template | Digital + Printable FREE

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Learning about the Doppler effect is important because it explains how the frequency of waves changes with the motion of the source or observer, a concept with broad applications in science and technology. The Doppler effect helps us understand the behavior of sound and light waves, enabling practical uses such as radar systems, medical imaging with Doppler ultrasound, and studying the motion of stars and galaxies in astrophysics. Understanding the Doppler effect enhances our ability to interpret wave behavior in real-world scenarios, improving technologies and expanding our knowledge of the universe. A great topic to learn about with this useful teaching resource. This doppler effect science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about the doppler effect. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this doppler effect science research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS DOPPLER EFFECT SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS DOPPLER EFFECT SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE: 7 page Google doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page Word doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page PDF student version with space to fill in answers 1 page 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form
Global Processes | 19 Earth Science Reading Comprehension Passages UPDATED
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Global Processes | 19 Earth Science Reading Comprehension Passages UPDATED

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There are several Earth science global processes, this bundle covers those topics such as soil formation, ocean garbage patches, growing deserts or the atmosphere and how it is structured. Earth’s global processes are 100% worth learning about which is why this bundle is so special and relevant to student learning. Now it is also including fossil fuels origins & uses, deforestation, underwater geography and ocean & atmosphere carbon. Infact, there is even more included not even mentioned here too. This set of 19 science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is a set of articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable). WHY / WHEN TO USE: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED: 19 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 19 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 19 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 19 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 19 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 19 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) More will be coming to cover other subjects and other topics, so please do keep an eye out for more science articles from The Teaching Astrophysicist!
Christmas Science 10 Research Project Templates + 10 Articles Digital Printable
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Christmas Science 10 Research Project Templates + 10 Articles Digital Printable

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From Christmas trees to the baubles that go on those trees. From the science of giftwrapping to snowflakes and cookies. Then to reindeer adaptations to the psychology of giving and artificial snow science. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research skills with a STEM connection , science literacy and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions that link to some seasonal joy! Merry science-y Xmas everyone! This research project template provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is an project template with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. It gives a rich and supportive framework that can be tweaked as needed for students to support differentiation. For the full available set of Teaching Resources from The Teaching Astrophysicist - Please Click Here Each research project template includes: Space for a one paragraph summary (that links to the 2 page science article also available on this topic - but does not have to). Students should produce a mathematical connection, an engineering / technology connection, 2 interesting facts / stats. 5 glossary terms they should fill in with their own words (which also links to the science article also available) 3 thought provoking questions (ie: critical thinking questions) they must answer. Finally, each template has 3 alternative thought provoking questions for younger students and 3 other alternative harder questions to extend high flying or older students. Giving you a total of 9 possible thought provoking questions that could be used with students to enhance their research and critical thinking. Further, I have added a 1 page - 20 point rubric to be used for either self-assessment or teacher assessment as you deem fit. I hope it helps support the learning even further! This template is some of my best work and I am proud to share it with you. The science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is an article with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable). WHY / WHEN TO USE: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy and research skills in your class Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast and you need a long running task To inspire students on a particular topic As a scaffold to support students who need support on research skills and can use a framework To enhance critical thinking when doing research and making a relevant and interesting output Give a selection of these research project templates for students to choose from To enhance students ability to express ideas and synthesis knowledge WHAT’S INCLUDED: Research Project Templates 10 - 7 page Word doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 7 page Google doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page PDF student version with space to fill in answers 1 page 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in both Word doc and PDF form Science Article 10 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so)
Christmas Science 10 Article Set | Science Literacy | Xmas | Digital + Printable
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Christmas Science 10 Article Set | Science Literacy | Xmas | Digital + Printable

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This set of 10 Christmas science articles on reindeer adaptations, artificial snow science and candy cane chemistry covers a festive amount of excellent Christmas science topics. This bundle also covers baubles materials science, snowflake science and cookie chemistry too! These Christmas science articles help teach Christmas ideas and materials science and more importantly science literacy. These 10 Christmas science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about Christmas science and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these Christmas science articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THESE CHRISTMAS SCIENCE ARTICLES CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THESE CHRISTMAS SCIENCE ARTICLES: 10 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 10 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE CHRISTMAS SCIENCE ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Material Physics Bundle | 4 Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
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Material Physics Bundle | 4 Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions

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Martial physics concepts is interesting, unusual but provide a good deal of entertaining topics to look into. These articles cover plasma, the physics of water and heat, hot and cold. Further it includes density and floating physics. These material physics concepts are accessible through these science articles that can be an introduction or a key part of teaching any of these intriguing topics. These 4 physics science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. WHY / WHEN TO USE: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED: 4 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 4 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 4 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 4 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 4 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 4 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Atomic Physics Bundle | 8 Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
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Atomic Physics Bundle | 8 Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions

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Atomic physics concepts are exciting, unusual but provide a great deal of interesting topics to look into. These articles cover nuclear fusion and fission, quantum mechanics and atomic bombs. It also covers radioactive dating, ionizing radiation and plasma. These atomic physics concepts are accessible through these science articles that can be an introduction or a key part of teaching any of these intriguing topics. These 8 physics science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. WHY / WHEN TO USE: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED: 8 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 8 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 8 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 8 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 8 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 8 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Advanced Physics Bundle | 7 Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
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Advanced Physics Bundle | 7 Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions

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Advanced physics concepts are challenging, but provide an incredible arena of learning and inspiration for students who study these topics. These articles cover the Doppler effect, quantum mechanics and the physics of fast (drag and relativity). It also covers fluid dynamics, particle accelerators and lasers. These advanced physics concepts are accessible through these science articles that can be an introduction or a key part of teaching any of these intriguing topics. These 7 physics science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. WHY / WHEN TO USE: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED: 7 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 7 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Light, Sound & Thermal | Physics Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
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Light, Sound & Thermal | Physics Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions

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Light, sound & thermal energy and concepts are some of the most interesting and broadly applicable physics concepts that students can study. These articles cover the Doppler effect, reflection and refraction and even the concept of hot and cold itself. Now updated to include lasers and rainbows too for added light related wonder and a bit of technology learning! These 7 physics science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. WHY / WHEN TO USE: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED: 7 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 7 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Technological Physics Bundle | 11 Science Reading Comprehension Passages UPDATED
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Technological Physics Bundle | 11 Science Reading Comprehension Passages UPDATED

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Technology plays a big part in modern physics. From Global Positioning Satellites (GPS), to rockets to rollercoasters, this is an incredible bundle. I highly recommend this if your goal is support students with learning about physics which links strongly with technology as well. It also now includes atomic bombs, particle accelerators and lasers too! These 11 physics science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. WHY / WHEN TO USE: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED: 11 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 11 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 11 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 11 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 11 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 11 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Motion & Forces Bundle | 7 Science Reading Comprehension Passages UPDATED
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Motion & Forces Bundle | 7 Science Reading Comprehension Passages UPDATED

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Motion & Forces are an integral part of our physical world, from gravity to the concept of weight, to momentum itself. There is so much forces and motion learning that can be done through the lens of physics. Even now with the physics of fast added here too covering drag and relativity. These 7 physics science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. WHY / WHEN TO USE: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED: 7 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 7 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Foundational Physics Set | 10 Science Articles | Printable + Digital - UPDATED
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Foundational Physics Set | 10 Science Articles | Printable + Digital - UPDATED

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From thermal energy, magnets to simple circuits. Physics has a lot of incredible concepts that should be covered. Now updated it includes density & floating, nuclear fusion and fission too! I have even thrown in sound, static electricity and the Electromagnetic (EM) spectrum as well. These 10 physics science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES: 10 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 10 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Physics Set | 10 Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 161-170
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Physics Set | 10 Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 161-170

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This set of 10 science articles on fluid dynamics, nuclear fusion and plasma covers a great amount of excellent physics topics. It also covers nuclear fission, rainbows and atomic bombs plus even more. The science articles help teach science literacy and more importantly physics literacy. These 10 physics science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about physics and scientific vocabulary. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In these articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES: 10 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 10 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE PHYSICS ARTICLES? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable).
Lasers | Science Article #170 | Physics Literacy | Printable + Digital
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Lasers | Science Article #170 | Physics Literacy | Printable + Digital

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Learning about the science of lasers is a fascinating way to engage students with the principles of light, energy, and advanced technology. Lasers are at the heart of countless innovations, from medical surgeries and communication systems to cutting-edge research and entertainment. By studying lasers, students explore how they work, their unique properties, and their real-world applications, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Understanding lasers empowers learners to appreciate their role in modern science and industry, making lasers an exciting and essential topic for any science curriculum. This science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about this science topic. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this article with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS SCIENCE ARTICLE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS SCIENCE ARTICLE: 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THIS SCIENCE ARTICLE? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable). More will be coming to cover other subjects and other topics, so please do keep an eye out for more science articles from The Teaching Astrophysicist! If you have any questions, please feel to DM me on instagram @theteachingastrophysicist Let’s Connect! - All under the handle - The Teaching Astrophysicist Be sure to follow my: ★ Blog ★ Instagram ★ Linkedin ★ Pinterest
Particle Accelerators | Science Article #169 | Physics Literacy | Printable + Digital
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Particle Accelerators | Science Article #169 | Physics Literacy | Printable + Digital

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Learning about the science of particle accelerators is essential for students to uncover the cutting-edge technology driving breakthroughs in physics and beyond. Particle accelerators are powerful tools that help scientists explore the fundamental building blocks of the universe, unlocking discoveries in energy, medicine, and materials science. By studying particle accelerators, students gain insights into how they work, their role in advancing knowledge, and their applications, such as cancer treatment and the development of new technologies. Exploring particle accelerators sparks curiosity and inspires learners to connect with the exciting world of modern science. This science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about this science topic. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this article with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS SCIENCE ARTICLE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading task Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast To inspire students on a particular topic Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS SCIENCE ARTICLE: 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill answers (text boxes) WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THIS SCIENCE ARTICLE? MANY ARE AVAILABLE! I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help with referencing and each question answer has a paragraph reference number to point to the specific information (where applicable). More will be coming to cover other subjects and other topics, so please do keep an eye out for more science articles from The Teaching Astrophysicist! If you have any questions, please feel to DM me on instagram @theteachingastrophysicist Let’s Connect! - All under the handle - The Teaching Astrophysicist Be sure to follow my: ★ Blog ★ Instagram ★ Linkedin ★ Pinterest