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Finding Out-- Forest Researchers
In this social studies and science worksheet, students study facts about the forest, creatures who inhabit the forest and those who work in forestry. Students complete 20 questions including word meanings, surveying classmates, matching...
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Water Sources: Sprinkles (Newsletter)
In this science learning exercise, students investigate water sources and the environment. Students complete a rebus, a home water survey, a game about the journey of water, an activity on waste water, a water cleansing experiment and a...
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Pond Theme Unit
For this pond theme worksheet students research facts on pond life. Students complete comprehension questions, crosswords, word search, and math puzzles. Students write a short report.
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Maps as Models of Earth
Eighth graders use different types of maps to find locations and surface features. For this map-reading lesson students use a compass to find direction.
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Finding an Earthquake's Epicenter
Students examine the process used to identify the epicenter of an earthquake. They identify the Richter scale and interpret a seismograph reading. They also view photographs of the aftermath of earthquakes.
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Where Have All the Endangered Gone?
Students explore animals that are endangered. They choose an endangered animal that they would like to keep from becoming extinct. Students create a persuasive presentation to persuade someone to understand why they feel keeping their...
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Researching Intermountain West Earthquakes
Students research earthquakes using the internet and newspapers. They discover the earthquake's effect on people and buildings. They report their findings to the class.