In this number line worksheet, students use a number line to solve six problems about temperature change. They explain why their answers make sense.

Students observe goldfish in different environments. In this biology lesson plan, students watch the behavior of goldfish in water of varying temperatures.

Learners investigate solar energy. In this solar energy lesson, students compare how heat is absorbed in light-colored objects and dark-colored objects by making S'mores.

Learners cook with the power of the sun. In this solar energy lesson, students explore solar cooking as they apply scientific principles to cook s'mores.

Students examine genetics and the DNA of a kiwi.  In this DNA activity students complete a lab to extract DNA and interpret their results. 

Second graders measure weight, mass, and capacity. In this measurement lesson, 2nd graders model how to measure amounts of liquid by using containers that measure one cup, one pint, and one quart. Students compare the mass of each...

Students investigate what causes the heat on Earth.  In this Earth heating lesson, students experiment with different heat sources and determine where the Earth gathers the most heat.  Students explore vocabulary words...

In this math skills worksheet, students solve 10 multiple choice math problems regarding measurement of temperature and length. Students may view the correct answers.

Students identify the differences and similarities between doctors for humans and veterinarians. Students draw a pet's visit to the veterinarian's office and a person's visit to a doctor's office. Students describe exactly what they have...

Second graders investigate weather. In this weather lesson plan, 2nd graders discover how to read a temperature gauge, keep track of the weather, and find out how the weather affects their day. They work individually and in partners to...

Students explore architecture. In this science lesson, students build a structure from newspaper. Students place weight on the structure to measure how strong the structure is.

Students explore biology by conducting a science experiment in class. In this whale anatomy activity, students identify the use of whale blubber for the animal to stay warm in cold waters while utilizing ice, vegetable oil, plastic bags...

Learners investigate nutrition by creating ice cream in class. In this cooking instructional activity, students define the ingredients in ice cream and discuss how they form together to create a delicious treat. Learners utilize salt,...

Fifth graders explore conductors and heat loss in different materials. In this Physical Science lesson plan, 5th graders will be measuring the temperature drop of water in four containers. The class will then discuss what an...

Students observe exothermic reactions in the lab using plaster. In this chemistry instructional activity, students collect data from their experimental set up every five minutes. They explain the different stages in the hardening of...

Pupils conduct an experiment in small groups, draw conclusions about the amount heat of a compound achieves and practice their data analysis skills.

Students conduct experiments to determine their circadian rhythms for a cycle of about 24 hours.

Fourth graders research the Internet for facts relating to the animal of their choice. They use information from their Internet search to complete their animal project. TLW use his or her own words when writing their report.

Second graders investigate the stages in the life cycle of the butterfly. They create a picture using Kid Pix tools. They give a description of the picture that they have created.

Students list reasons why water is important and investigate and graph the freezing points of different solutions.

Students explore the physical location of deep water habitats along the Hudson Shelf Valley and in Hudson Canyon. They study the basic characteristics of the mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones with regard to depth, temperature, pres

Young scholars experiment using a compass for navigation and consider how various instruments affect how we travel.

Students explore how a whale's countercurrent flow of blood is an example of a heat exchange system and conduction. Excellent worksheet provided.

Young scholars demonstrate that plants and animals are interdependent in a balanced ecosystem.