K5 Learning
A Ship in a Storm
Give reading comprehension a boost with a two-page worksheet featuring an informational text about ships at sea during stormy weather. After reading, scholars show what they know through four short-answer questions.
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Measuring Calories in Food
Students measure the amount of calories in food. In this food energy instructional activity, students discuss what a calorie is, how our bodies use a calorie, and how many we need. Then, students use a calorimeter to calculate the amount...
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Trapping CO2
Students investigate climate change and how the properties of carbon dioxide and methane play a part. In this climate lesson students use a chemical reaction to trap CO2 and methane.
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The Life Of a Sailor
Young scholars gain information on how sailors, and to a larger extent how people in general, lived in the 18th Century. They are shown how the life of the sailor is different from their life, so they can see how different people live.
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Transportation
Students learn all about how people and products get from place to place.
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Parts of Lab Report Review Sheet
For this lab report worksheet, students answer ten questions by filling in a blank with the appropriate letter that corresponds to the part of the lab. Students determine where data goes, where observations go, where answers to...
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Fishing Unit with Field Trip
Students complete a unit on the hobby of fishing. They assemble the line with the necessary equipment (hook, swivel, bobbers, weights, and lures.) They practice casting and discover what to do when they catch a fish. They follow with...
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Black Hawk Island Hike
Young scholars explore Wisconsin's natural and cultural history through hands-on exploration of Upham Woods. They are shown the basic paddling skills and they work in teams to paddle across the river on barge. Students describe cultural...
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Science: Exploration Tubs
First graders develop skills of scientific inquiry. They determine which objects float and which sink.
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Kids Health: Water Safety
Going to a beach or a pool can make for a great time if one is conscious of potential hazards that are associated with these locations. This site covers important considerations necessary for an enjoyable yet safe experience.
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U.s. Coast Guard: Boating Safety Division
This is a Coast Guard site dedicated to training people about boat safety. It has many programs it offers to the public.
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Boat Safe Kids
This is a delightful site about boats and boating. Lots of games plus a terrific overview of the history of navigation. Includes a visit to a reproduction of Columbus' Nina.
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Boatsafe.com: Boating Etiquette
This site discusses proper boating procedures while on the water, in the marina, anchoring, and mooring, as well as tips for onboard guests.
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Sac delta.com: Waterskiing Safety
This site lists rules and tips for waterskiing safety. Content includes a focus on safety checks for the skier, the boat operator, and even the observer. Hand signals are suggested for efficient communication.
Utah Education Network
Uen: 1st Grade Act. 01: Exploration Tubs
In this lesson, students will investigate different categories related to safety, organisms, sink or float, boats, seeds, and water droppers. Students will use exploration tubs to make observations.