Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This resource focuses on the study of what the Earth looked during the latest ice age. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through he fascinating times on Earth when ice sheets and glacier ice expanded to cover large areas of land. The activities are designed to inspire students to ask questions, and use critical thinking to explore this time period. This package contains: Introduction - What we know and what we want to know Two posters Ice Age and Ice Age Animals, color and black and white versions What I know about the Ice Age Ways to find out about the Ice Age What is an Ice Age? Facts about the Ice Age Why does the ice age happen? Ask the Ice Age Hunter questions about the Ice Age. Ice Age Hunter vs Me What if you could travel back in time? Compare and Contrast – Glacial and Interglacial Tricky but cool words My Gallery of Ice Age Animals - Mammoth My Gallery of Ice Age Animals Fossil Frenzy What if I found a bone? Story writing prompt How do we know mammoths existed? Digging for bones Ice age animal or not an ice age animal - What do you think? Ice Age Art – What did they look like? Bring Back the Woolly Mammoth Story writing planning - Ice Age Mystery Write and Ice Age Mystery What if story writing prompt Shape poem Mind mapping Some interesting things that I have learned Cave art example Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size. #mammoth #iceage #fossil #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

Ready to tackle one of the most debated and difficult situations that face the earth – climate change? There are lots of things to explore when thinking about climate change. This project based learning unit focuses on identifying effects and exploring solutions. As the earth gets warmer and warmer the causes, mechanisms, or impacts of climate change on our planet is something that is important to discuss with young children. It is also crucial to explore solutions and ideas that can help us build a better future. The package contains: 1. What do you know? What do you want to learn? 2. What is the difference between weather and climate? 3. Ask the Penguin questions about climate change 4. Main Reasons people cause the climate to become warmer 5. What is Global Climate? 6. Imagine that you are a polar bear. . . a coral fish. . .sitting on the moon watching the Earth 7 .Why is the climate changing? 8. Greenhouse effect 9. Greenhouse Gases – What is good? What is the problem? 10. A little extra warming 11. It matters what we do. Work with nature! 12. My action plan 13. Spread the message about climate change 14. Visions of the future. A bright and sunny vision! A little darker vision! 15. Reflection on the learning 16. Question cards - How can I help? Want a resource about Greta Thunberg? Check out Greta Thunberg - Explore suggestions & Solutions You may like the Environment Bundle: Project Based Learning Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This zip file contains two files, one file with UK spelling and one with US spelling. #climatechange #nature #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes

Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? These space posters inspire students to ask questions about space. The posters contain facts and interesting observations that can be used for further research. “Why is it more likely to find life on a purple planet than on a pink planet?” 17 inspiring Space posters. The resource contains the following posters: Sun Mercury Venus Earth Moon Mars Jupiter Saturn Uranus Neptune Pluto Pink and Purple Planets Exoplanets Aliens Mind-boggling Mind-bogglin Product Format: • This download consists of two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size. #space #poster #STEAM #STEM #NGSS #alien#sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes #KS1

Snow and snowflakes capture children’s imagination. This project based learning unit focuses on the life cycle of snowflakes. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using steam activities to inspire students to ask questions. This package contains: How many snowflakes can you see? Life cycle cards Different types of snowflake cards Think diving - What is the connection between ice crystals and a snowflake? Fun facts Snow Words Sparkling Crystal Dictionary + Add your own words Ask the Snowman Sparkling Questions about Snowflakes and Crystals How Does a Snowflake Grow? Can you make a giant snowflake? Describe a snowflake How to grow a snowflake? Imagine strong winds Random inspiration and Symmetry Using a Snowflake Dice (template included) Imagine different colors Snowflake Math Detective Story writing - What if the seasons get mixed up? Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Product Format: • This download is a PDF and is formatted in US Letter size. If you would prefer an alternate sizing, A4 size or spelling (colour vs color etc.), please leave me a note in the ‘ask a question section of my store’. #snow #snowflake #lifecycle #crystal #math #symmetry #weather #steam #stem #NGSS #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tpt #projectbasedlearning

Looking for something exciting for Google Classroom? This project based learning unit focuses on the study of the megalodon. Students will love using this interactive resource to explore the prehistoric shark with big teeth. To gain a deeper understanding of the shark, there are slides with links to carefully selected videos. The fearsome megalodons with the giant teeth capture students’ attention. These predators fed on large animals such as whales. They lived approximately 23 to 3.6 million years ago. Did these huge sharks become extinct? Or do they still exist in the hidden depths of the oceans? Interesting Facts. How big did Megalodons get? How do we know? Interesting Facts about Giant Tooth. I find Megalodons fascinating because. . . Do Megalodons Still Exist? Extinct Animals That Turned Out To Be Alive. Are Megalodons too huge to stay hidden? What would Megalodons eat if they lived deep down in the sea? What does it mean that all the megalodons teeth we find are millions of years old? My Verdict about Megalodons. Story Writing - The Day I met a Megalodon What I have learned. What do I receive? This product is an online resource. What do I need? This resource works great with laptops, iPads, and Chromebooks. If using iPads, the Google Slides app will give you the best experience. How do I use? This paperless resource can be used independently, with partners, in small groups, and even whole group as a class lesson. It can be used in Science Centers. Questions? If you have any questions or issues with this resource, please feel free to email me at maliasa@live.com I will be happy to try to help you! IMPORTANT: These are digital resources, so please only purchase this resource if you have the capabilities in your classroom to use it. You need resources such as computers, laptops, or tablets, Internet access, and a Google account. Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project Based Learning, Insects, Lapbook - STEAM, Biomimicry A very comprehensive, thorough, and unique resource to teach elementary students about biomimicry! An excellent addition to any biology unit! #megalodon #shark #extinct #googleclassroom#biomimicry #steam #stem #NGSS #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes #projectbasedlearning #IndependentWorkPackets #distancelearning

This resource is perfect if you want something exciting for a project based learning unit. It includes a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities. The aim is to inspire students to ask questions, study animals, and use creative thinking to design robots. Robots capture children’s imagination. Self-driving cars, robot bees that pollinate flowers, and jumping kangaroo robots may be part of our future. With robots, children can learn to explore dreams and use these dreams to solve problems. These activities are fun and engaging. And great brain workout! Introduction to Biomimicry and What we know and what we want to know Things I love about robos How can you build a robo that can fly. . . Study animals and design a flying robo What do you need to build your robot? Write a story about a robo in space Plan your robo story Questions for a robo story Write your robo story How can you build a robo that can pick up things. . . Study animals and design a robo Write a story about a robo with several arms or. . . What if you could design a robo that can grow like a tree . . . Study animals and design a robo Steps to build a robo What if you could design a robo that can jump. . . Study animals and design a robo Acrostic poem What if you could build a robo that can crawl. . . Study animals and design a robo Describe your animal Picture gallery of robos Sea Lionbot Poem How can you build a robo that can swim. . . Study animals and design a robo Colorful fish Reflection on learning How to use biomimicry in the classroom Questions cards - how to design robos Links and book tips 3 posters Color as well as White background Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size. #biomimicry #animals #nature #projectbasedlearning #NGSS #robot #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

Dive into the ocean for inspiration! This resource is perfect if you want something exciting for a project-based learning unit. Enter the fascinating world of seahorses, fish and whales. The resource includes a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities. The aim is to inspire students to ask questions, study sea life to design and solve problems. Looking for something exciting for an animal or sea life unit? An idea for a sea animal project? These activities are fun and engaging. Feel inspired, Be creative and Make Change. Introduction to biomimicry What I know How I know A seahorse - has, can, is Interesting things about seahorses. . . Seahorse poem What if I was a seahorse Seahorse adventure A coral - has, can, is Coral house skyscraper Describe a fish Design a fish robo Tired parrotfish Fish cocoon tent Acrostic poem - shark Bumps on sharks I love whales because. . . Design challenge whales and manta rays Sea cucumber - design a vacuum cleaner or. . . Octopus dance - robo Octopus skin - feel light A jellyfish - has, can, is Jellyfish city or robo Nudibranch gallery A seastar - has, is, can What if you had several arms? Design a robot with several arms Write a story Design Challenge - seastars What I have learned How to use biomimicry in the classroom. Links and book tips 3 posters Looking for a resource about sea shells? Check out Sea Shells, Project Based Learning - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS You may also like Project Based Learning: Seasonal Nature Bundle - STEAM, Biomimicry Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size. #animals #ocean #NGSS #projectbasedlearning #marinelife #sea #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

A dive into the world of endangered animals is not always a pleasant journey. This project-based learning resource focuses on exploring possibilities and solutions. A range of animals are used as examples and there are cards that can be used as inspiration for storytelling as well as research. This package contains: Introduction - What we know and what we want to know 16 Endangered Animals Cards, 2 blank cards What is the difference between endangered animals and extinct animals? Count me! - Endangered Animal Census Mind Map Endangered Animals - Orangutan plus a blank one Ask the pygmy hippo questions about endangered animals Main reasons people cause other species to become endangered Endangered Animal Dictionary Mind Map Habitat A forest or a burrow? The Amount of Space What if it was possible to improve habitats? Jane Goodall’s Work to Protect Chimpanzees Blue Hyacinth Macaw – Animals as pets Draw a poster Slow loris – Animals as pets Draw a poster Which animals would you save first? Tally My Action Plan to Help Elephants and helmeted hornbills - ivory Plan Your Endangered Animal Story Write an Endangered Animal Story Value of animals - biomimicry 23.The Twelve Months of Endangered Animals Song Dugong robot Animal Poem 26.Some interesting things that I have learned Ideas for crafts Want a resource about extinct and endangered animals? Check out Animal Extinction, Endangered Animals - Alice & the Dodo Race Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size. #projectbasedlearning #animals #endangered #endangeredanimals #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

Frogs are fantastic! This project based learning unit focuses on the life-cycle but it also extends the understanding of the different stages. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study animals and plants, and use creative thinking to explore ideas. This package contains: Cards Can you identify the different stages? What is the connection between a tadpole and a frog? What do tadpoles and frogs eat? Fun Facts Metamorphosis Poem Frog words - make your own dictionary Ask the froglet Sparkling Questions about eggs, tadpoles and frogs Tadpoles are. . . Frogs are. . . Life cycle When does an egg belong to a frog? When does it belong to a toad? Make a tally Can you fill in the different parts of the frog My Frog & Toad Gallery Be a Weather Detective Think diving for a frog detective - skin Think diving for a frog detective - frog legs and feet Reflection - assessment How to use biomimicry in the classroom Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling. #projectbasedlearning #lifecycle #frog #tadpole #metaphorphosis #STEAM #STEM #NGSS #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

This project-based learning resource focuses on the magnificent dinosaurs. These activities are a perfect way to think about what information is and how we get information. Palaeontologists do not always agree. A great way to get students excited about science. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, and use creative thinking to explore ideas. One biomimicry activity includes using plant-eating dinosaurs as inspiration for new ideas. Why not grow new teeth? Dinosaurs are mysterious and exciting! So this dinosaur unit will surely be a hit with your students. The package contains: Introduction to the unit. What we know, What we think we know, What we want to know. What do you know? What do you want to learn? Ways to find out about dinosaurs What if I found an egg When is an egg a dinosaur egg? Make a tally My Dinosaur Egg Gallery Write a story about a paleontologist who finds a dinosaur egg. Dinosaurs - have, are, can. Dinosaurs are cool because. . . Dinosaurs - have, are, can, what if, how, when, where, Dinosaurs are cool because. . . Draw me How do we know dinosaurs existed? Digging for bones Tricky but cool words Ask the Dinosaurs Sparkling Questions What did they look like? My Gallery of Dinosaurs Put up a display at the Dino Museum I am a dinosaur – perhaps! What if you could solve a dino mystery? - Storywriting What if I found a dino baby? - Storywriting Dinosaur or not a dinosaur - What do you think? Shape Poem Carnivore, Herbivore What did Dinosaurs eat? Haunting but beautiful cries! Write a song. Invent an Instrument. Dinosaur bridge Invent a robot, toy, or car. What if you were a dentist? Inspired by plant-eaters Reflection on the learning. How to use biomimicry in the classroom Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US size and spelling. #biomimicry #animals #nature #dinosaur #fossil #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

This project based learning unit focuses on the life cycle of rabbits but it also extends the understanding of the different stages. Rabbits are fluffy with long ears but they are also tremendously interesting. Popular pets and wonderful inspiration for new ideas and innovations! This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study animals and plants, and use creative thinking to explore ideas. Looking for something exciting for a Spring, pet ormammal unit? This package contains: Cards Can you identify the different stages? Fun facts Rabbit Poem What makes an animal a mammal? Mammal or Non-Mammal - What do you think? Rabbit words - make your own dictionary When is a rabbit a rabbit and not a hare? What do rabbits eat? Ask the rabbit Sparkling Questions Describe rabbit Story writing prompt Excited about jumping! Draw Rabbits 15.Invent a jumping robot or. . . What if you were trapped in a cage with no friends or toys to play with? Use rabbits’ ears as inspiration. Reflection - assessment How to use biomimicry in the classroom Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download is a PDF and is formatted in US Letter size. If you would prefer an alternate sizing, A4 size or spelling (colour vs color etc.), please leave me a note in the ‘ask a question section of my store’. #projectbasedlearning #lifecycle #rabbit #pet #STEAM #STEM #NGSS #KS1 #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

Tackle the most extreme places on Earth. How do animals and plants cope with such extreme cold conditions that are found there? Why is it so cold? And how cold is it? This project based learning unit focuses on Arctic and Antarctic. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study animals and plants, and use creative thinking to explore ideas. This package contains: Introduction - What we know and what we want to know An icy Adventure! What is the Arctic? What is the Antarctic? What is underneath all the ice? Make a tally Facts about the Arctic and Antarctic? What animals live in the Arctic and Antarctic? Will we ever meet? Polar Bears and Penguins Ask the snow hare questions about the Arctic. Ask the leopard seal questions about the Antarctic. Brr - Temperature in the Arctic and the Antarctic No trees! Really, really cold! Why is it so cold in the Arctic and the Antarctic? The Land of the Midnight Sun - pros, cons and interesting things Story writing What can you do to keep warm? What can animals do to keep warm? Footprints in the snow Story writing - plan your story Anti-freeze Study an animal and invent something Feel inspired by penguins actions 20.Some interesting things that I have learned Ideas for crafts Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download consists of two files, UK and US spelling and size. #arctic #antarctic #animals #plants #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #TES

Be inspired by the unpredictable Spring weather and the beautiful Spring flower. This packages uses questions about the weather to encourage children to observe flowers. This project based learning unit focuses on Spring. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study animals and use creative thinking to explore ideas. Why Teach Biomimicry Getting Started Guide Acrostic Poem Things I Love about Daffodils How does the daffodil survive the gusty winds? Invent something inspired by daffodils Why do tulips close the flowers when it is raining? Make an advertisement for Spring Hats. Invent something inspired by tulips. Primula - special rain protection pollen Imagination Challenge – Special rain protect Why do cherry blossoms fall to the ground? Invent a beautiful recycling machine Design a cherry blossom dress, skirt or t-shirt. Spring-y sunshine - arctic poppy - flowers that follow the sun How to use biomimicry in the classroom - inspiration and ideas Links and information Biomimicry Lapbook Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size. #projectbasedlearning #spring #springflowers #daffodils #NGSS #KS1 #steam #stem #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

Sea shells are like little jewels. But they are also hard and tough. This resource is perfect if you want something exciting for a project-based learning unit. Enter the fascinating world of shells. The resource includes a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities. The aim is to inspire students to ask questions, study sea life to design and solve problems. Looking for something exciting for a summer unit? An idea for a beach project? These activities are fun and engaging. Feel inspired, Be Creative and Make Change. A short introduction to biomimicry. What I know about seashellsseashellsSeashells Ways to find out about sea shells I Love seashells because. . . Acrostic poem 2x Beautiful patterns Fascinating Facts about Sea Shells Gallery of Sea Shells Light Dance—Sea shells - mind map Bioluminescence - Design a playground or house Random inspiration - Design challenge Craft How to use biomimicry and mindmaps in the classroom Book Tips Poster x2 color and black and white You may also like Project Based Learning: Seasonal Nature Bundle - STEAM, Biomimicry Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size. #biomimicry #shells #seashells #beach #summer #steam #nature #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This resource focuses on the study of woodland animals. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study forest animals and use creative thinking to explore ideas. These activities are fun and engaging. And great brain workout! Why Teach Biomimicry Getting Started Guide How to Observe and Collect Information about mammals & plants What we know and what we want to know What I know about woodland A hedgehog has, can, is I love hedgehogs because. . . What if I was a hedgehog? - Protection Helmet Terrific Noses A porcupine has, can, is Compare and contrast - venn diagram - spines, quills A sharp idea Biomimicry poem Nutty Facts & Observations Why does a squirrel flick its tail? Quick squirrel ideas Design challenge - words Feather poem I love birds because . . . Bird’s Nest - little or low value Design challenge - bird’s nest What it feels like to use the invention - story writing Fox dance Invent a dancing robot, spy camera, or toy inspired by the eyes of the fox. Doodling gallery Helicopter seeds Parachutes, fans, wind energy, spacecraft What I learned Explain the coolest idea How to use biomimicry in the classroom - inspiration and ideas Links to videos and information Biomimicry Lapbook Reviews of other Sparking Children’s Thinkibility products: Project based learning: Bats, STEAM, Biomimicry “This product is absolutely the favorite one I have purchased all fall! I love the information that is provided about bats - just enough to intrigue and encourage higher level thinking. There are graphic organizers, worksheets, and subtle suggestions to help young learners perform at their best! And best of all, it stretches their creativity! Thanks for such an amazing resource!” Project based learning: Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians - STEAM, Biomimicry, NGSS “Used this for a Kindergarten STEAM club unit and it was a hit!” Why am I qualified to write these biomimicry resources? I am a member of BEN - Biomimicry Education Network - and a curator of educational resources at BEN. I am the author of the book Biomimicry with through Theo & Tuva: Nature spotting inspires wild ideas. In 2015, I completed a course in Biomimicry: A Sustainable Design Methodology at Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Product Format: • This download consists of two files, UK and US spelling and size. #animals #biomimicry #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This resource focuses on the study of spiders. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study spiders and use creative thinking to explore ideas. This activity is fun and engaging. Be Inspired by Halloween. Invent a toy inspired by jumping spiders. Enter the fascinating world of spooky spiders. Use the observations to design toys and solve problems. Why Teach Biomimicry Getting Started Guide Spiders are spooky because. . . A spider has, can, is What if I was a spider? Jumping spider Jumping spider dance Spooky spider-web furniture Walking on water - Diving bell spiders How to use biomimicry in the classroom - inspiration and ideas Links and information Product Format: • This download contains two PDF files, UK and US size and spelling. #spider #halloween #spooky #biomimicry #steam #stem #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes #projectbasedlearning

Explore Earth Day and Extinction by jumping into the world of Alice. The dodo is a fascinating creatures and a perfect way to inspire and engage students to explore extinction and endangered animals. What is a dodo? I love dodos because. . . What does extinct mean? The Cheshire cat had a vanishing smile - venn diagram Why do animals become extinct A race against time The Hatter’s Mad Idea - look of solution Alice’s Animals Are they safe? What if scientists could bring back the dodo? Bring Back the Dodo Extra , Extra , read all about it! Writing papers, 1x lined 1x unlined This download contains two PDF files, UK and US spelling and size.

Space mysteries is a board game with exciting questions. A great way to inspire students to get excited about space. The questions can also be used for writing stories and poems. Enjoy this Freebie! Is there a banana-shaped planet? Is there a planet where it is raining rubies? A printer-friendly version is included. You may also like Space Posters and Class Alien Writing Journal This resource consists of two files, UK and US spelling. #space #boardgame #exoplanet #freebie sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard #tes

Looking for something exciting for a project based learning unit? This freebie focuses on the study of moles. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and steam activities to inspire students to ask questions, study giraffes and use creative thinking to explore ideas. Feel inspired, Be Creative and Make Change. Moles are fascinating. Here they provide inspiration for new ideas. An introduction to Biomimicry - Bio means Life and Mimici means to imitate life and nature. This activity is fun and engaging. And great brain workout! You may also like: Project based learning: Giraffes Freebie - STEAM, Biomimicry This is a zip file, containing two files, UK and US spelling. #projectbasedlearning #animals #mole #KS1 #NGSS #biomimicry #sparkingchildrensthinkibility #thinkdive #asajomard

Looking for something exciting for a mammal unit? An idea for a project? This activity is fun and engaging. And great brain workout! Groundhogs are fascinating. Here they provide inspiration for new ideas. An introduction to Biomimicry - Bio means Life and Mimici means to imitate life and nature.