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Science Stories Set of 10 | 850L 1050L 1200L | Famous Scientists & Inventors
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Science Stories Set of 10 | 850L 1050L 1200L | Famous Scientists & Inventors

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Learning about historical scientists and inventors helps middle and high school students see how discoveries unfold over time, cultivating an appreciation for the curiosity and resilience that drive scientific progress. By reading stories at multiple Lexile levels - such as those about Nikola Tesla, Gregor Mendel, Charles Darwin, Marie Curie and more - teachers can ensure that students of varying reading abilities remain engaged and can grasp complex ideas. These narratives bring science to life by connecting abstract concepts with real people’s struggles and triumphs, illustrating that great achievements often emerge from persistence and creative thinking. Ultimately, this layered approach to storytelling supports diverse learners, sparks deeper interest, and fosters a sense of wonder about the continual evolution of human knowledge. Each story covers the basics in a good amount of relevant details and the story is available in 3 Lexile levels (850L, 1050L & 1200L) great for a variety of young readers and it engages them to learn about science through a story rather than yet another YouTube video, but something a bit different and enjoyable for students! Learning through a concise, engaging story about a scientists and / or inventor appeals to middle school science & high school students by weaving scientific facts into a narrative that sparks curiosity. This storytelling approach helps them visualize abstract concepts in a more memorable and accessible way, encouraging deeper understanding. Moreover, relatable examples from these individuals inventions or discoveries can inspire learners to explore, question, and think critically about how they invented or discovered a great deal and learned and shared plenty that no other person had discovered or thought of before. This science story provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It can be used in a variety of ways as mentioned below! Each story includes at least 3 - 4 images to bring a bit more entertainment and engagement. WHY / WHEN TO USE: You could ask them to summarize it. Ask students to define key terms in their own words. Can they connect the story to the modern world? What connections can they see? How short can they make the story and retain coherence? Can they make what if this concept or technology was not discovered? What would we lose? Link to other activities or as a primer to engage with a related topic. To increase scientific literacy in your class. A weekly reading task. Useful for substitute (sub) teaching. It provides rapid and easy differentiation for different reading levels WHAT’S INCLUDED: 10 x 3 - 5 pages story at Lexile level 850L 10 x 4 - 5 pages story at Lexile level 1050L 10 x 5 - 6 pages story at Lexile level 1200L
Rock & Earth | 10 Articles + 10 Research Project Templates Bundle | Digital
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Rock & Earth | 10 Articles + 10 Research Project Templates Bundle | Digital

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The Earth we stand on has a lot to teach us, as do the rocks we stand upon and bump into everyday. From tectonic plates, to dinosaur fossils, to soil formation, even to volcanoes. Including coverage on hydrogeology, crystals and erosion & deposition. The rocking Earth can teach us a lot, so let’s teach students a lot with this bundle. These research project templates provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. They are project templates with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. They give 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! These science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. They are 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 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 Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes 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 all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly. Science Article 10 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Word doc image - textboxes 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)
Aliens? | Article + Research Project Template | Space Science Resource Astronomy
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Aliens? | Article + Research Project Template | Space Science Resource Astronomy

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Teaching about aliens through a comprehensive reading passage and accompanying questions, combined with a guided research project template, allows students to deepen their understanding of life beyond Earth in a structured, evidence-based manner. The reading passage can introduce key concepts - such as the search for exoplanets and possible biosignatures - while the questions prompt critical thinking about scientific methodology and the potential for extraterrestrial life. Parallel to this, the aliens research project template guides students in choosing a specific angle (like exploring signals from distant stars or examining ancient microbial fossils on Mars), planning their investigations, and presenting findings with clarity. This approach not only enhances reading comprehension and analytical skills, but also fosters interdisciplinary learning that unites astronomy, biology, and technology. By engaging with the subject of aliens through both structured readings and research, students develop a richer perspective on our place in the universe while refining essential academic and scientific inquiry skills. With this in mind, let’s engage with this excellent learning and teaching resource. This aliens research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about aliens. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this aliens 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. This aliens 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 aliens science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is a aliens 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). A SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: 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 To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading / research task WHAT’S INCLUDED: Aliens 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 Aliens 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) Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Giving the World Electricity | Science Story | Nikola Tesla 850L 1050L 1200L
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Giving the World Electricity | Science Story | Nikola Tesla 850L 1050L 1200L

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This story is about Nikola Tesla and his effective discovery and inventions related to Alternating Current (AC) along with his story and some other inventions. It covers the basics of this story in a good amount of relevant details and the story is available in 3 Lexile levels (850L, 1050L & 1200L) great for a variety of young readers and it engages them to learn about science through a story rather than yet another YouTube video, but something a bit different and enjoyable for students! Learning through a concise, engaging story about Nikola Tesla appeals to middle school science & physics students by weaving scientific facts into a narrative that sparks curiosity. This storytelling approach helps them visualize abstract concepts - like the different forms of electricity - in a more memorable and accessible way, encouraging deeper understanding. Moreover, relatable examples from Nikola’s inventions can inspire learners to explore, question, and think critically about how Nikola Tesla invented a great deal and learned and shared plenty that no other person had discovered or thought of before. This science story provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It can be used in a variety of ways as mentioned below! Each story includes at least 3 - 4 images to bring a bit more entertainment and engagement. WHY / WHEN TO USE: You could ask them to summarize it. Ask students to define key terms in their own words. Can they connect the story to the modern world? What connections can they see? How short can they make the story and retain coherence? Can they make what if this concept or technology was not discovered? What would we lose? Link to other activities or as a primer to engage with a related topic. To increase scientific literacy in your class. A weekly reading task. Useful for substitute (sub) teaching. It provides rapid and easy differentiation for different reading levels WHAT’S INCLUDED: 5 page story at Lexile level 850L 5 page story at Lexile level 1050L 6 page story at Lexile level 1200L
Aliens? | Space Science Research Project Template | Astronomy / Astrophysics
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Aliens? | Space Science Research Project Template | Astronomy / Astrophysics

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Teaching about aliens through a research project template provides students with a systematic way to explore the scientific possibilities of extraterrestrial life. By posing guiding questions - such as whether conditions on exoplanets can support life, or how scientists search for biosignatures - teachers can help students learn how to gather credible sources, analyze data, and draw evidence-based conclusions. This structured approach fosters critical thinking skills, emphasizes the importance of skepticism and open-mindedness in science, and encourages interdisciplinary learning by blending astronomy, biology, and even ethics. Through such an aliens project, students gain a deeper understanding of our place in the universe while developing valuable research and communication abilities that can be applied across various fields. With this in mind, let’s engage with this excellent learning and teaching resource. This aliens science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about aliens. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this aliens science research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS ALIENS 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 ALIENS 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 Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Earth Science | 10 Articles + 10 Research Project Templates Bundle | #111-120
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Earth Science | 10 Articles + 10 Research Project Templates Bundle | #111-120

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From the ocean garbage patches to animal terraforming and Earth’s magnetic field. Also soil formation, Earth’s core and even hydrogeology. Further it has dinosaur fossils, growing deserts and stalactites and stalagmites. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions. These research project templates provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. They are project templates with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. They give 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! These science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. They are 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 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 Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes 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 all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly. Science Article 10 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Word doc image - textboxes 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)
Earth's Magnetic Field | Article + Research Project Template | Digital + Print
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Earth's Magnetic Field | Article + Research Project Template | Digital + Print

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Learning about Earth’s magnetic field is important for middle and high school science students because it plays a crucial role in protecting our planet and shaping various natural phenomena. The Earth’s magnetic field shields Earth from harmful solar radiation and cosmic rays, making life possible, while also guiding navigation systems used by animals and humans alike. By studying its origin and behavior, students can gain insights into the dynamics of our planet’s interior, understand the basics of magnetism, and appreciate how interconnected Earth’s systems are, from the core to the surface. With this in mind, let’s engage with this excellent learning and teaching resource. This Earth’s magnetic field research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about Earth’s magnetic field. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this Earth’s magnetic field 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. This Earth’s magnetic field 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 Earth’s magnetic field science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is a Earth’s magnetic field 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). A SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: 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 To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading / research task WHAT’S INCLUDED: Earth’s Magnetic Field 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 Earth’s Magnetic Field 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) Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Earth's Magnetic Field Earth Science Research Project Template | Digital + Print
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Earth's Magnetic Field Earth Science Research Project Template | Digital + Print

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Learning about Earth’s magnetic field is important for middle and high school science students because it plays a crucial role in protecting our planet and shaping various natural phenomena. The Earth’s magnetic field shields Earth from harmful solar radiation and cosmic rays, making life possible, while also guiding navigation systems used by animals and humans alike. By studying its origin and behavior, students can gain insights into the dynamics of our planet’s interior, understand the basics of magnetism, and appreciate how interconnected Earth’s systems are, from the core to the surface. With this in mind, let’s engage with this excellent learning and teaching resource. This Earth’s magnetic field science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about Earth’s magnetic field. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well. In this Earth’s magnetic field science research project template (webquest) with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THIS EARTH’S MAGNETIC FIELD 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 EARTH’S MAGNETIC FIELD 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 Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Magnetic Levitation Trains | 2 Science Article Set | Reading | Print + Digital
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Magnetic Levitation Trains | 2 Science Article Set | Reading | Print + Digital

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This double set of science articles on magnets & mag-lev trains + electromagnetic suspension are fantastic for learning about magnetic levitation trains. Studying magnets and maglev trains is crucial due to their wide-ranging impact on technology and transportation. Magnets are essential in applications like medical imaging and renewable energy, while maglev trains promise faster, smoother, and more eco-friendly travel by reducing friction with magnetic forces. Magnet and magnetic levitation research drives advances in infrastructure and materials science, offering innovative solutions for urban mobility and sustainability. Plus they are floating magnetic trains… Neat! These 2 mag-lev trains science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about mag-lev trains 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 articles with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. THESE 2 MAG-LEV TRAINS 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 2 MAG-LEV TRAINS SCIENCE ARTICLES: 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) New - now including a 3 page Editable Google Slides teacher version! Please note: That the Doc / Google Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly. WANT MORE AMAZING ARTICLES LIKE THESE MAG-LEV TRAINS 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).
Magnets & Mag-lev Trains Reading + Research + Critical Thinking Bundle
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Magnets & Mag-lev Trains Reading + Research + Critical Thinking Bundle

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Learning through a critical thinking framework, a science article and a science research project template on the topic of magnets and magnetic levitation trains allows middle and high school students to see the direct connection between fundamental science concepts and real-world technological applications. By encouraging them to formulate questions, examine data, challenge assumptions, and propose solutions, this approach deepens their understanding of physics while also sharpening essential 21st-century skills. Students become more engaged when they see how magnetic forces, energy consumption, and engineering design all intersect in a mag-lev train. Moreover, this bundle empowers them to take on the role of problem-solvers and decision-makers, fostering intellectual curiosity and confidence as they learn how to systematically investigate, research, interpret and evaluate complex issues. After all, we can not and should not leave all the thinking to the chatbots! With this in mind, let’s engage with this excellent learning and teaching resource. This complete set covers critical thinking through the framework, research through the research project template and literacy through the science article (science reading comprehension worksheet). These three resources work collectively and to teach your students on a wide variety of skills on the topic of choice, in this case magnets & mag-lev trains. A critical thinking framework focused on magnets & mag-lev trains brings this complex phenomena into clear, student-friendly steps. By guiding learners to identify questions, evaluate evidence, and compare multiple explanations, it transforms the study of the phenomenon of magnets & mag-lev trains into an engaging, inquiry-based experience. Students gain a deeper appreciation for science as they piece together how magnets & mag-lev trains can work in the real world. Rather than just memorizing facts, they actively practice scientific habits of mind—analyzing data, identifying gaps in knowledge, and reflecting on the learning process. THE MAGNETS & MAG-LEV TRAINS CRITICAL THINKING FRAMEWORK CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Guided Inquiry Projects: Assign each step as a stage in a research project, from forming a question to reflecting on findings. Group Discussions: Facilitate structured group dialogues where each student is the primary driver to one step of the framework. Problem-Solving Stations: Set up stations, each focusing on a different step (e.g., analyzing reasoning, identifying limitations), and rotate groups through them. Reflection Journals: Encourage students to write short entries on each step after exploring new content or completing a project. Peer Teaching: Have students create mini-lessons using the steps, culminating in an elevator pitch or summary to teach classmates. Assessment Tool: Use the framework’s steps as a rubric to evaluate the depth and clarity of students’ scientific reasoning and presentations. The magnets & mag-lev trains research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about magnets & mag-lev trains. In this magnets & mag-lev trains 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. This magnets & mag-lev trains 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 magnets & mag-lev trains science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is a magnets & mag-lev trains 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). A SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: 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 To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading / research task WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS MAGNETS & MAG-LEV TRAINS LITERACY + RESEARCH + CRITICAL THINKING BUNDLE: The magnets & mag-lev trains critical thinking framework: 4 page completed exemplar for the scaffold with why questions (including suggested key questions / problems to be explored) 3 page complete scaffold version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form + now with Editable Google Slides form that has why questions in addition to suggest 9 steps providing maximum support for learners about magnets and mag-lev trains 3 page ladder version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has the 9 steps for a complete exploration into magnets and mag-lev trains 2 page step-ladder version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has 6 steps for supportive foray into magnets and mag-lev trains 1 page step version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has 3 steps for an initial foray into magnets and mag-lev trains 3 page implementation guide to support how to use this critical thinking framework practically in the classroom Magnets & Mag-lev Trains 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 Magnets & Mag-lev Trains 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) Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Momentum Physics Science Unit Bundle - Middle School NGSS aligned
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Momentum Physics Science Unit Bundle - Middle School NGSS aligned

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Learning about the science of momentum is essential for students to understand how objects move and interact in the physical world. Momentum is a fundamental concept in physics, explaining everything from collisions and motion to energy transfer and conservation laws. By studying momentum, students gain critical insights into everyday phenomena, like car crashes, sports dynamics, and engineering design. Momentum is key to understanding forces and movement, making it an engaging and practical topic that builds problem-solving and analytical skills. Teaching momentum equips students with knowledge they can apply in science, technology, and beyond. With this in mind, let’s engage with this excellent learning and teaching resource. This complete set covers critical thinking through the framework, research through the research project template and literacy through the science article (science reading comprehension worksheet) plus with the ‘What the Heck’ momentum case study and stories it opens, closes and engages in the middle of the topic truly building student curiosity. These four resources work collectively and to teach your students on a wide variety of skills on the topic of choice, in this case momentum. A critical thinking framework focused on momentum brings this complex phenomena into clear, student-friendly steps. By guiding learners to identify questions, evaluate evidence, and compare multiple explanations, it transforms the study of the phenomenon of momentum into an engaging, inquiry-based experience. Students gain a deeper appreciation for science as they piece together how any object moving or coming to rest has momentum based interactions. Rather than just memorizing facts, they actively practice scientific habits of mind—analyzing data, identifying gaps in knowledge, and reflecting on the learning process. A dedicated framework also saves time and supports more robust learning outcomes. It provides a structured path for teachers to implement discussions, projects, or small-group investigations without having to create all the resources from scratch. Embedded prompts and example strategies help students build confidence in their ability to think like scientists, meaning you can focus on facilitating exploration rather than constantly reinventing lesson plans. Ultimately, investing in this streamlined approach helps elevate student engagement, fosters critical thinking skills, and brings the world of momentum in real life to students in the classroom. THE MOMENTUM CRITICAL THINKING FRAMEWORK CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Guided Inquiry Projects: Assign each step as a stage in a research project, from forming a question to reflecting on findings. Group Discussions: Facilitate structured group dialogues where each student is the primary driver to one step of the framework. Problem-Solving Stations: Set up stations, each focusing on a different step (e.g., analyzing reasoning, identifying limitations), and rotate groups through them. Reflection Journals: Encourage students to write short entries on each step after exploring new content or completing a project. Peer Teaching: Have students create mini-lessons using the steps, culminating in an elevator pitch or summary to teach classmates. Assessment Tool: Use the framework’s steps as a rubric to evaluate the depth and clarity of students’ scientific reasoning and presentations. The momentum research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about momentum. In this momentum 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. This momentum 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 momentum science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is a momentum 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). A SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: 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 To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading / research task This what the heck science - momentum case study provides the perfect resource that can help your students learn all about momentum through an excellent opening activity that is effectively structured. Then leading to a truly engaging set of stories of survivors from falling out of the sky unassisted and surviving. This brings real scientific learning in an authentic and unusual way. Then the closing activity is a reflection of the opening activity, but with an entirely new twist to bring a new excellent way of learning. THIS WHAT THE HECK SCIENCE - MOMENTUM CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Useful for substitute (sub) teaching To extend students To increase scientific engagement in your class A small group task (or tasks) To inspire students on momentum in an unusual way Use to open, re-engage and close a unit on momentum Provide it as independent work outside of class for a flipped classroom WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS MOMENTUM LITERACY + RESEARCH + CRITICAL THINKING BUNDLE: The momentum critical thinking framework: 4 page completed exemplar for the scaffold with why questions (including suggested key questions / problems to be explored) 3 page complete scaffold version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form + now with Editable Google Slides form that has why questions in addition to suggest 9 steps providing maximum support for learners about momentum 3 page ladder version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has the 9 steps for a complete exploration into momentum 2 page step-ladder version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has 6 steps for supportive foray into momentum 1 page step version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has 3 steps for an initial foray into momentum 3 page implementation guide to support how to use this critical thinking framework practically in the classroom Momentum 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 Momentum 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) What the Heck Momentum Case Study 3 page opening activity in PDF, Word doc & Google Doc formats with fillable text boxes 3 page case studies reading and questions set in PDF, Word doc & Google Doc formats with fillable text boxes 3 page closing activity with twist in PDF, Word doc & Google Doc formats with fillable text boxes Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Momentum Reading + Research + Critical Thinking Bundle
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Momentum Reading + Research + Critical Thinking Bundle

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Learning about the science of momentum is essential for students to understand how objects move and interact in the physical world. Momentum is a fundamental concept in physics, explaining everything from collisions and motion to energy transfer and conservation laws. By studying momentum, students gain critical insights into everyday phenomena, like car crashes, sports dynamics, and engineering design. Momentum is key to understanding forces and movement, making it an engaging and practical topic that builds problem-solving and analytical skills. Teaching momentum equips students with knowledge they can apply in science, technology, and beyond. With this in mind, let’s engage with this excellent learning and teaching resource. This complete set covers critical thinking through the framework, research through the research project template and literacy through the science article (science reading comprehension worksheet). These three resources work collectively and to teach your students on a wide variety of skills on the topic of choice, in this case momentum. A critical thinking framework focused on momentum brings this complex phenomena into clear, student-friendly steps. By guiding learners to identify questions, evaluate evidence, and compare multiple explanations, it transforms the study of the phenomenon of momentum into an engaging, inquiry-based experience. Students gain a deeper appreciation for science as they piece together how any object moving or coming to rest has momentum based interactions. Rather than just memorizing facts, they actively practice scientific habits of mind—analyzing data, identifying gaps in knowledge, and reflecting on the learning process. A dedicated framework also saves time and supports more robust learning outcomes. It provides a structured path for teachers to implement discussions, projects, or small-group investigations without having to create all the resources from scratch. Embedded prompts and example strategies help students build confidence in their ability to think like scientists, meaning you can focus on facilitating exploration rather than constantly reinventing lesson plans. Ultimately, investing in this streamlined approach helps elevate student engagement, fosters critical thinking skills, and brings the world of momentum in real life to students in the classroom. THE MOMENTUM CRITICAL THINKING FRAMEWORK CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: Guided Inquiry Projects: Assign each step as a stage in a research project, from forming a question to reflecting on findings. Group Discussions: Facilitate structured group dialogues where each student is the primary driver to one step of the framework. Problem-Solving Stations: Set up stations, each focusing on a different step (e.g., analyzing reasoning, identifying limitations), and rotate groups through them. Reflection Journals: Encourage students to write short entries on each step after exploring new content or completing a project. Peer Teaching: Have students create mini-lessons using the steps, culminating in an elevator pitch or summary to teach classmates. Assessment Tool: Use the framework’s steps as a rubric to evaluate the depth and clarity of students’ scientific reasoning and presentations. The momentum research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about momentum. In this momentum 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. This momentum 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 momentum science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is a momentum 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). A SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS: 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 To increase scientific literacy in your class A weekly reading / research task WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS MOMENTUM LITERACY + RESEARCH + CRITICAL THINKING BUNDLE: The momentum critical thinking framework: 4 page completed exemplar for the scaffold with why questions (including suggested key questions / problems to be explored) 3 page complete scaffold version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form + now with Editable Google Slides form that has why questions in addition to suggest 9 steps providing maximum support for learners about momentum 3 page ladder version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has the 9 steps for a complete exploration into momentum 2 page step-ladder version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has 6 steps for supportive foray into momentum 1 page step version in PDF, Microsoft Doc & Google Doc form that has 3 steps for an initial foray into momentum 3 page implementation guide to support how to use this critical thinking framework practically in the classroom Momentum 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 Momentum 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) Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Electrical Physics | 4 Science Research Project Templates Bundle Digital + Print
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Electrical Physics | 4 Science Research Project Templates Bundle Digital + Print

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From static electricity, to electrical circuits to electricity generation and transmission. This little electrical bundle gives an excellent glimpse into the wonderful world of electrical science. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions. This research project template set provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. It is a set of project templates 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! This template is some of my best work and I am proud to share it with you. 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: 4 - 7 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 4 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 4 - 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 4 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 4 - 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 4 - 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 Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Light, Sound & Thermal Physics 5 Research Project Templates + 5 Articles Digital
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Light, Sound & Thermal Physics 5 Research Project Templates + 5 Articles Digital

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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. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research and literacy skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions that link to some creative and cutting edge physics topics! Let’s get to that excellent learning! These research project templates provide the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. They are project templates with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. They give 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! These templates are some of my best work and I am proud to share it with you. These science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. They are 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 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 5 - 7 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 5 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 5 - 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 5 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 5 - 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 5 - 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 Science Article 5 - 3 page Word doc teacher version with answers 5 - 2 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 5 - 3 page Google doc teacher version with answers 5 - 2 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 5 - 3 page PDF teacher version with answers 5 - 2 page PDF student version without answers (but space left to do so) Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Light, Sound & Thermal Physics | 5 Science Research Project Templates Bundle
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Light, Sound & Thermal Physics | 5 Science Research Project Templates Bundle

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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. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions. This research project template set provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. It is a set of project templates 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! This template is some of my best work and I am proud to share it with you. 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: 5 - 7 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 5 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 5 - 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 5 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 5 - 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 5 - 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 Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Foundational Physics 7 Research Project Templates + 7 Articles | Digital + Print
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Foundational Physics 7 Research Project Templates + 7 Articles | Digital + Print

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From thermal energy, magnets to simple circuits. Physics has a lot of incredible concepts that should be covered. I have even thrown in sound, static electricity and the Electromagnetic (EM) spectrum too. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research and literacy skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions that link to some creative and cutting edge physics topics! Let’s get to that excellent learning! These research project templates provide the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. They are project templates with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. They give 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! These templates are some of my best work and I am proud to share it with you. These science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. They are 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 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 7 - 7 page Word doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 7 - 3 page Word doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 - 7 page Google doc teacher version with supporting appendix items 7 - 3 page Google doc student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 - 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 7 - 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 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 Google doc teacher version with answers 7 - 2 page Google 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) Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Foundational Physics | 7 Science Research Project Templates | Digital + Print
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Foundational Physics | 7 Science Research Project Templates | Digital + Print

7 Resources
From thermal energy, magnets to simple circuits. Physics has a lot of incredible concepts that should be covered. I have even thrown in sound, static electricity and the Electromagnetic (EM) spectrum too. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions. This research project template set provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. It is a set of project templates 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! This template is some of my best work and I am proud to share it with you. 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: 7 - 7 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 7 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 - 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 7 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 - 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items 7 - 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 Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.
Physics Bundle | 20 Research Project Templates (Webquests) Printable + Digital
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Physics Bundle | 20 Research Project Templates (Webquests) Printable + Digital

20 Resources
From the Doppler effect, to sound and rockets. Covering quantum mechanics, momentum and GPS physics. Even including the physics of water, ionizing radiation and refraction & reflection. It has thermal concepts, magnets & mag-lev trains, radioactive dating, making electricity and more. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions that link to some creative and cutting edge chemistry topics! Let’s get to that excellent learning! This research project template set provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. They are a set of project templates with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. They 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! 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: 20 - 7 page Word doc teacher versions with supporting appendix items 20 - 3 page Word doc student versions with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 20 - 7 page Google doc teacher versions with supporting appendix items 20 - 3 page Google doc student versions with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 20 - 7 page PDF teacher versions with supporting appendix items 20 - 3 page PDF student versions with space to fill in answers 1 page - 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in both Google doc and PDF form
Physics | 10 Articles + 10 Research Project Templates | #101-110 Digital + Print
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Physics | 10 Articles + 10 Research Project Templates | #101-110 Digital + Print

20 Resources
From the Doppler effect, to sound and rockets. Covering quantum mechanics, momentum and GPS physics. Even including the physics of water, ionizing radiation and refraction & reflection. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions. These research project templates provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. They are project templates with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. They give 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! These science articles provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. They are 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 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 Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 10 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes 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 all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly. Science Article 10 - 3 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 10 - 3 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with answers 10 - 2 page Word doc image - textboxes 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)
Physics | Science Research Project Templates #101 - 110 Bundle | Digital + Print
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Physics | Science Research Project Templates #101 - 110 Bundle | Digital + Print

10 Resources
From the Doppler effect, to sound and rockets. Covering quantum mechanics, momentum and GPS physics. Even including the physics of water, ionizing radiation and refraction & reflection. This bundle has you covered and helps students develop research skills with a STEM connection and critical thinking prompts through thought provoking questions. This research project template set provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resources that can supplement lessons. It is a set of project templates 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! This template is some of my best work and I am proud to share it with you. 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: 7 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes) 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items 3 page Word doc image - textboxes 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 Please note: That the Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.