This simple but effective lab allows students to observer and draw inferences about diffusion. Students will need three cups set up that are each of the following temperatures (warm, cold, and room temperature). They will need to put one drop of food coloring in each at the same time as well as start a timer once they do so. In one minute increments, the students will record what they see for three minutes total. Students will then reflect on the diffusion of the food coloring being compared in each of the three temperatures. The temperature component can be connect to dissolving easily and the recording change over time is also important. Materials needed: clear cups (3 per group), some way to both lower and raise temperature of the water prior to experimentation, food coloring, and a timer.

Check out this awesome, and easily integrated mini research assignment to help students develop their knowledge of plant and animal adaptations (I've also used it with insects as students choose). You can either assign a variety of organisms for students to research, or allow them to use a site like kidrex.org to find their own examples and approve it before they complete their worksheet. Students are to use their textbook, articles, and most importantly the internet to fill in a variety of questions about their specific organism. Vocabulary included here are things such as region, predators, habitat, adaptations and more. Students will love the autonomy and freedom to control their own learning and explore specific animals and plants that interest them and will explore the adaptations that help them survive and reproduce. For an added element, I have the students present their worksheet to the class so the class can preview a variety of other organisms as well! The rest of the class can use the presentations as guided notes with the attached Notes Sheet (you can check out a sample of this in the preview as well).

This worksheet is 19 questions and can easily be used for any type of assessment. The worksheet is broken down into three sections that each have a word bank that cover topics such as kinetic vs potential energy, radiant, mechanical, thermal energy as well as energy sources such as geothermal, hydroelectric, wind and more.

This ten question quiz has a variety of multiple choice, fill in the blank and short answer. The quiz covers questions about solids, liquids, gases, mass, volume, five sense, matter and more. Check out my States of Matter Test Assessment and my Introduction to States of Matter Exit Ticket.

This awesome week along (adjustable) project allows students to collaborate and explore a specific simple machine on their own and own their own education. Students will work together to create a presentation of their choice on a specific topic such as wedge, wheel and axle, lever, and screw. A rubric is attached. Check out my Simple Machine Exit Ticket.

This 12 question quiz or test has a variety of true false, multiple choice and short answer questions. It covers topics about how sound travels, frequency, vibrations, waves, pitch and more. This assessment goes well with my other Sound Exit Tickets, and Guided Notes. Check out my Sounds Guided Notes.

Check out this well-organized Microscope label and describe worksheet. Part I is a visual that students will label and it corresponds with Part II where they will describe the function of those parts. This is a great worksheet that can easily be used for classwork, group work, homework, assessments and more!

This five question exit ticket assessment is in the form of multiple choice and is meant to get a quick snapshot of content attainment by the students. The topics cover precipitation, evaporation, runoff, condensation, water vapor, and more.

Check out this awesome worksheet that can be used in a variety of ways. The activity explores vocabulary related to physical properties of matter including, but not limited to, mass, volume, temperature, color, solubility, magnetic attraction, hardness and more. Students will apply their knowledge in a table first and then a three way column matching activity. Answer key included.

Check out this fun and interactive supplement to Everybody Needs a Rock. I you don't have the text, this is still a great way for students to become aware of their rocks and minerals around them, and more cognizant of their Earth. Students will draw a picture of their rock (hopefully one they found outside) and will answer some questions below. This engaging activity will be the hit of the week!

Check out this simple and detailed rubric which is to be used to judge, evaluate, and score Science Fair projects. For transparency and clear expectations, I would suggest sharing the rubric with students before their projects, so they know what they need to be successful. Also, check out my Science Fair Poster Board Expectations. You can also find my Science Fair intent to participate submission form as well. Lastly, you can find my Science Fair Peer Scavenger Hunt Activity!

Check out this clear and student friendly expectation of what poster boards are supposed to include. Students will be able to read through the thorough information which highlights the key components of a science fair board. Students should receive this at the start of their science fair so they know exactly what they are working towards. These clear expectations will lead to student success and take your classroom science fair to the next level! Check out my Science Fair Evaluation Rubric! Also, check out my Science Fair Peer Scavenger Hunt Activity! And lastly, you can find my Science Fair Submission Form Template!

Check out this fun and engaging scavenger hunt in which students will peer evaluate science fair projects. Each student or group of students will get a copy of this worksheet and will be required to walk around the class and evaluate the poster boards and projects of their peers. This reflection will strengthen the depth of knowledge as well as critical thinking done by your students. It will also ad a meaningful component of exposure to your science fairs! Check out my Science Fair Evaluation Rubric! Also, check out my Science Fair Submission Forms! And lastly, you can find my Science Fair Poster Board Expectations!

Check out this all-in-one water cycle worksheet. It starts off with provided definitions of evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and transpiration. Students are to then draw a representation with labels using these words. After students are done, there are 8 questions which include 2 higher order thinking (HOT) questions!

Check out this awesome science lab that students can complete independently, in small groups, at a center, or as a whole group. Students will have a worksheet to facilitate their success and reflection aligned to the instructions on the task card. Students will need two large balloons, string, and a yard stick or some other stick to hang the balloons from. They will also need some materials that they can test for static electricity such as wool, acrylic material or fur. Students will love to explore on their own and get their hands on this inquiry based learning project!

Check out this awesome science lab that can be used for independent practice, small group, centers, or whole group instruction. Students will love to learn about static electricity through this exploratory hands on learning experience. The included worksheet will facilitate learning and guide reflection as the task card gives step by step instructions. You will need salt and balloons to complete this activity.

This very visual worksheet can be used for a variety of applications. The top portion has students label the planets and the bottom section has them then describe those planets. This can easily be used for guided notes, homework, independent work, quiz, test, or any other purpose you find necessary! Be sure to check out my Introduction to Planets Exit Ticket Assessment and you can also find my Interactive Space Hierarchy activity too!

This is an extremely easily reproducible lab. Find a variety of items and objects to present to a group of students. Allow them to examine them and describe the physical properties they can identify. With that, then have the students create three categories to classify their items into. The students can then be challenged to create three new groups. This lab challenges students to group items and think about how scientists use properties to classify things.

This simple five question exit ticket assessment covers the basic info of planets such as the gas giants, terrestrial planets, the first planet to the sun, the last planet to the sun and more. Questions are presented in multiple choice form and are meant to serve as a quick snapshot of what students know or learned about in reference to introductory materials on planets. Be sure to check out my Planet Labels and Descriptions Printable.

This simple and well structured assessment will requires students to demonstrate their knowledge of the major subatomic particles including protons, neutrons, electrons and the nucleus as well as the location, charge, and relative size of them. Students will also have to draw a representation to confirm their understanding of the content. Can easily be used for an Exit Ticker, a quiz, group work, homework and more!