Earth and Space Science Teaching Resources for 5th Grade
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Interplay of the Sun, Earth and Moon Poster
A poster showing the interplay of the Sun, Earth and Moon.
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Tropical Cyclone Cloze Worksheet
A cloze worksheet about tropical cyclones.
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The Solar System in Our Space – Mathematics Investigation
A mathematics investigation about number and the scale of the solar system, embedded in a real-world context.
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Tornado in a Jar Worksheet
A science activity that demonstrates some properties and effects of motion.
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Layers of the Earth
An educational poster showing the structure of the Earth.
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Comprehension Why Our Bodies Need Water
A comprehension activity about 'Why Our Bodies Need Water'.
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Sun, Earth, and Moon Teaching Resource Pack
A collection of teaching resources including posters, worksheets, and experiments to use when teaching your class about the interplay of the sun, Earth, and moon.
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Our Place in Space - Unit Plan
This Earth and Space Sciences unit explores the concept that Earth is part of a system of planets orbiting around a star (the sun).
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Natural Disasters Unit Plan
This Science unit addresses the concepts of plate tectonics and natural disasters.
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The Scale of the Solar System
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A Star, Some Planets and More!
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Sisters of the Solar System - The Jovian Planets
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Sisters of the Solar System - The Terrestrial Planets
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Earth - Third Rock From Sun
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The Sun - Solar System Central
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Natural Disasters Inquiry Task - Presenting
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Natural Disasters Inquiry Task - Researching
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Natural Disasters Inquiry Task - Introduction
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Natural Disasters Safety Poster Task
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify appropriate safety procedures for natural disaster events.
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Natural Disaster Effects and Management
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify the effects of natural disasters and explore how these may be managed.
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Meteorological and Other Natural Disasters
A 60 minute lesson in which students will investigate the causes and effects of meteorological and other natural disasters.
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Geological Natural Disasters
A 60 minute lesson in which the students will investigate the causes and effects of geological natural disasters.
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Plate Tectonics
A 60 minute lesson in which students will explore tectonic plates and the effects their movements have on the surface of the earth.
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The Layers of the Earth
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify the characteristics of the earth's internal layers.
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20 Fun Facts About Mars to Get Kids Excited About Your Space Lessons
Add these fun facts about Mars to your lesson plans — plus see our teacher team's favorite ways to use them in classroom activities!
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16 Environmental Activities for Students to Encourage Sustainability in Your Classroom
These sustainability activities for the classroom can be incorporated right into your environmental education activities to help students grow!
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12 Teacher-Approved Earth Day Activities for Kids to Green Your Classroom (Plus Teacher Freebies)
Make Earth Day count with these fun Earth Day activities for kids in the classroom that incorporate math, science, and more, plus access free seeds, resources, and more for teachers!
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Climate Change Education: Where Should Teachers Even Start?
Climate change education is increasingly important — here's how to teach elementary students about climate change, including resources for teachers.
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The Best and Worst Plants for the Classroom (And How to Care for Them)
Do you want to know the best plants to keep in the classroom (and those to avoid)? Check out this list of allergy-free, easy-care indoor plants for teachers!
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17 Out-Of-This World Space Activities for Kids + Teachers
Trying to take your space lessons to infinity and beyond? These space activities for kids incorporate math, ELA, and more!
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How to Make Composting in the Classroom Fun (And Educational) for Kids
Want to start a compost bin in the classroom and wondering how to make composting for kids fun? We walk you through the process step by step.
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10 Earth Hour 2023 Ideas for Teachers to Bring Sustainability Into the Classroom
How do you celebrate Earth Hour in the classroom? Explore ideas for teachers plus free downloads to help make your classroom more sustainable and green.
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