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Layers of the Earth
In this layer of the earth worksheet, students label and color each layer of the earth. Then students are asked to describe each layer below.
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Earth In Space Vocabulary Sheet
In this space science vocabulary worksheet, learners read the definitions for 6 common terms. Students then look up 4 words and write the meanings. Learners alphabetize the vocabulary words on another piece of paper.
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Rainforest Ecosystems
Rainforests are the topic of this brief reading passage. Learners can find out all about the different layers of the rainforest as well as the types of creatures that live there. After reading, they respond to five questions about the text.
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Influential Scientists Vocabulary Multiple Choice Worksheet
In this science vocabulary instructional activity, students read the names of science professionals. From three choices, students choose the correct definition for each word.
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Types of Faults
This set of black-line diagrams of the three different types of faults can be used with your upper elementary earth scientists. Simply have them color the layers to show where the land once lined up. Another use for this resource would...
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Do Some Research: Science 1
In this science research worksheet, students read the sentence and use a library or the Internet to find the answer and write it on the blue line. Students must then write a report about this topic: what is the layer of air that...
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Definition of Science Terms
In this water vocabulary learning exercise, students read and learn 12 words that pertain to water and the water cycle. Each word and definition is printed on a separate page in a snowflake shape.
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Influential Scientists Vocabulary Multiple Choice Worksheet
In this influential scientists worksheet, learners read the definitions of 19 science professions. From 4 choices, students choose the correct name of the job that fits the definition. Example: studies birds (ornithologist).
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Influential Scientists Crossword Puzzle Worksheet
In this influential scientists crossword instructional activity, students read 12 clues pertaining to science professionals. Students fit their answers in a crossword puzzle.
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What is Groundwater? Our Underground Water Supply
Learn about the consequences of groundwater with a lesson about the different ways California handles water conservation and pollution. After reading a passage about the water table, learners apply what they have read to six...
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The Tallest Plants ... are Trees!
A fabulous activity about trees awaits your students. They read a lengthy selection on the various parts of trees, then complete 13 fill-in-the-blank and matching questions about what they have read. An excellent reading comprehension...
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Planets Worksheet
In this planets worksheet, students use Internet research to complete 5 pages about solar system facts. Students answer 25 essay questions and label a diagram of the solar system.
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The Dirt We Depend On- Characteristics of Dirt Reading Comprehension Worksheet
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students read a selection about dirt and soil characteristics. They answer 10 matching questions and 5 multiple choice questions based on the information given in the non-fiction article.