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Electron Configuration Worksheets
Teach electron configuration with this student-friendly EDITABLE worksheets . Often times, students are left confused when learning about electron configuration because of the abstract nature of the topic. This resource provides opportunity for students to visually follow how electrons “sit” within an atom.
What is included in this resource?
3 pages of editable sheets ( page 1 has 6 sample questions )
All pages are can be easily edited (MS WORD) to suit the learners’ needs.
Please Check Preview for sample sheets
Grade Level:
Grade 7 to 10
Prerequisite:
Basic knowledge of orbitals
Use this EDITABLE print-and-go worksheets to reenforce your learners’ understanding of the complex topic of electron configuration in a visually pleasing way. I am confident this resource will be valuable to you and your learners now and for many years to come. Thanks and have an amazing class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
DNA MUTATIONS
Teach genetic mutation with this beautiful and engaging virtual simulation from Concord Consortium (No Sign Up needed). Students can randomly apply three different types of point mutations including substitution, insertion and deletion to see the impact on the final polypeptide chain. Afterwards, they will draw the amino acid chains and describe the impact the random mutations had on the amino acid sequence compared to the normal sequence prior to the mutation.
What’s included in this product?
The genetic mutation worksheet (pdf )
Link and QR CODE to virtual simulation
Step by step teacher guide with pictures
Answer key
Materials needed:
Digital device such as computer, smartphones , tablets
A copy of the worksheet for each student
System Requirements:
A) It works on Apple and Android devices
B) The activity runs in a Web browser. Suitable browsers are: Google Chrome (versions 30 and above) Safari (versions 7 and above), Firefox (version 30 and above), Internet Explorer (version 10 or higher), and Microsoft Edge.
c) No sign up or registration required for teacher or students
GRADE LEVEL:
Grade 7 to 12, Higher Education
**Students’ Pre-requisite Knowledge
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Students should ideally be familiar with what mutation is and how information from DNA is transcribed into mRNA which is translated into proteins.(central dogman)
I am confident this will be a great addition to your DNA and Mutations unit and will spark curiosity in the minds of our tech savvy students in your class.
Please reach out with feedback and questions at eazyscience221@gmail.com. Thank you and have a great class.
Magnetic Force, Fields and Earth's Magnetic Field
Are you looking for simple yet effective resource that covers magnetic field lines, Earth’s magnetic fields, electromagnets and particles within a magnetic field? This resource might just be what you need.
What’s included?
Magnetic Field worksheets (1 page)
Reading Comprehension about Earth’s magnetic field (1 page)
Charged particles within magnetic field( 1 page)
Answer keys
Teacher guide
Please see preview to check sample sheets.
GRADE LEVEL:
Grade 7 to 9
This resource can be used as end of unit assessment of your learners’ undertstanding of the topic or part of an on-going lesson. The examples and style are student-friendly with images and diagrams. I am confident that this resource will be a great addition to your magnetism unit as it has been for many years in my own classroom.
Thanks and have an amazing class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
DISTANCE , TIME AND SPEED
Teach distance, time and speed with this easy to execute resource that offers your students the opportunity to discover their own walking speed and practice solving speed distance and time problems sets. The resource may be used as part of an ongoing lesson or a way to review at the end of the unit.
What’s included in this resource?
1.How fast can you walk lab sheet
2.Practice Question Sheets ( 2 pages)
3.Free Task Cards and Task Sheet.
Please see preview for sample sheets
The resource comes in two parts:
PART 1: How fast do you walk Activity.
In this part, students collaborate in pairs to measure the time they take to walk a known distance. From the data they will calculate their average speeds and answer related questions.
PART 2 : Practice Question Worksheet
In this part, students will answer 10 questions to practice calculations involved in speed, distance and time.
OPTIONAL : Practice Question TASK CARDS
Instead of the individual worksheets for the practice questions, you may give to student groups a set of task cards ( 12 questions in total). This activity encourages collaboration and peer support.
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I believe this distance time and speed resource will be a wonderful addition to motions unit. The activities are quick to implement, encourages experimentation and collaboration among students while saving you valuable time.
GRADE LEVEL:
6 - 9
Thanks and have an awesome class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
Sense Organs Task Cards + Bonus Question Sheets
Looking for a quick way to evaluate your students’ mastery of the 5 sense organs or review after the unit? This resource has you covered. Included in it are:
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24 task cards with multiple choice questions
Optional Test sheets with the 24 questions
Answer Keys
Please see preview for sample sheets and answer keys
1.The task cards:
These are 24 beautifully designed cards with M.C questions that students can work through on their own. Student may work individually or in teams. It’s great for collaboration, group evaluation or review.
2.BONUS : The Question Sheets:
These may be used instead of the task card. It contains the same 24 M.C questions on the task cards in a traditional A4 paper style test. It’s quick, low prep way to evaluate you students at the end of the unit without having to make the cards.
I have included all answer keys in the resource.
I am confident this low prep sense organ task cards will be a perfect tool to have at hand as you explore our 5 senses in your class room. The cards may be laminated for long term use.
GRADE LEVEL:
8 - 12
Thanks and have an wonderful class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
PROTEIN SYNTHESIS ACTIVITY
Get this ready to use, engaging activity to teach protein sysnthesis to your students. This resource is designed to help your students apply and see protein synthesis in action. Check out preview for detailed description.
It is a 2 part activity which includes:
Part 1: Deteriming the traits of 2 children
In this part, students will transcribe a DNA template strand and translate the mRNA codes into the appropriate amino acid chain. They will then determine the traits(gene type) that this amino acid chain corresponds to. The table for the 6 traits are included in students worksheet as well as the genetic code chart.
Materials Needed:
Colored pencil
Pencils
Part 2: Post Activity Questions
This part includes includes 12 questions relating to protein synthesis and mutation of genes. This can be used as an evaluation to guage students’ mastery of the topic.
All answer keys are included as well. Check preview to see answer keys.
GRADE LEVEL:
This resource is best suited for grades 9 to 12 students.
Turn protein synthesis from a complex and often boring topic into one that you and your students love. This resource will certainly help you reach that goal. I hope you find them helpful just as I have in my classroom.
I would love to hear from you at eazyscience221@gmail.com. Have a great class.
THERMAL EQUILIBRIUM ( FUN COMPETITION VERSION)
This product includes a lab activity to investigate when two liquids of different temperatures reach thermal equilibrium. There is a twist though. Student groups are challenged to compete among themselves. Groups must come up with creative ways to speed up the process and reach thermal equilibrium faster them any other group to win the competition. During this time they record the changes in temperature of the two liquids on their data table and graph their results at the end.
I have included loads of ideas in the teacher’s note to help you nail this lesson. I have included the material lists, rules for the competition (fair play), safety rules and other important information.
What do you get after purchasing this product?
Pre-lab questions sheet
Thermal equilibrium lab sheet (with picture of experiment set up )
Answer key to pre-lab questions
Loads of useful information in teacher notes
My kids love the competition aspect of this lab and each group comes up with crazy yet creative ways to win the 1st place.It’s both fun and engaging for them. The activity require very little time to prepare and a few materials to set up. I will be happy to hear your questions, feedback and comments at eazyscience221@gmail.com. Thanks and have an amazing class.
Pollination and Fertilization in Plants
Teach flower parts, pollination and fertilization with this no prep lesson that offer your students the opportunity to learn:
1.flower parts and functions
2.cross and self pollination
3.pollinators
4.animal pollinated and wind pollinated flowers
5.process of fertilization in plants
Please see preview to check sample sheets
The resource comes in three parts:
Flower Structure:
In this part, students label the parts of a typical flower. Afterwards, they will complete a crossword activity.
Pollination:
In this part, students will define pollination, cross and self pollination. They will alse match some pollinators to the flowers they are likely to pollinate.
Fertilization:
Here, students will cut and paste the process of fertilization in plants.
The resource comes with ANSWER KEYS for all worksheets.
GRADE LEVEL:
6 - 9
I am confident you will find this resource useful and a great addition to your plant reproduction unit.
Thanks and have an awesome class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
Seed Dispersal And Germination (Monocot and Dicot)
Teach Monocot and Dicot fruit and seed dispersal and germination with this 3 part resource that will provide opportunity for your students to learn:
1.characteristics of seed and fruits
2.modes of dispersion
3.parts and functions of monocot and dicot seeds
4.process of germination in dicots
5.conditions necessary for germination
6.What’s included in this resource?
Fruit and Seed Dispersal Worksheet:
In this part, students will check the characteristics of varies fruits and seeds and how they are dispersed.
Bonus Option: There is a “gallery walk” version to this activity to encourage more student interaction and discussion.
MONOCOT AND DICOT SEEDS Worksheet:
In this part, students will label key parts of monocot and dicot seeds. They will also match the parts to their appropriate function.
DICOT SEED GERMINATION Worksheet:
Here, students will cut and paste the process of seed germination. Afterwards they will group various conditions as internal , external and special conditions necessary for a seed to germinate.
***Please see preview to check sample sheets and ANSWER KEYS ***
The resource may be used as part of an ongoing lesson or a way to evaluate your students’ understanding of the topic. It require little preparation which is a win for the teacher.
I am confident this resource will be a great addition to your seeds germination and dispersal unit for many years to come.
GRADE LEVEL:
6 - 9
Please check preview to see answer keys
Thanks and have an awesome class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
Acids, Bases and Buffers (pH) Reading and Worksheet Activity
Make your next acids, bases (alkali) and buffer lesson a blast with this simple yet engaging resource that will allow your students to learn about:
what acids and bases are
role of buffers in maintaining ideal pH range
learn about the impact of acid rain on forest, ocean life ,human health and monuments
Please check preview to see sample worksheet
What’s included in the resource?
1.Acids, Bases(Alkali) and Buffer Reading Passage (colored and B&W)
2.Post Reading Worksheet
3.Answer Key
The Reading Passage and Post Reading Worksheet:
The passage provides students with background information about properties of acids and bases(alkali), their examples and the pH scale. Students will also learn about how buffers neutralize extra hydrogen and hydroxide ions to keep pH levels at optimal range. After the reading, students will complete a worksheet.
This resource is perfect for homework assignment and self study. You may also use it as part of an ongoing lesson to supplement your existing acid base teaching materials.
I have included sample Answer Key to guide you. See preview for answer key
I am confident that this will be a perfect addition to your acid and base(alkali) unit. There’s little to no prep involved which is a win for the teacher.
GRADE LEVEL:
8 - 12
Thanks and have an wonderful class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
ECOLOGICAL SUCCESIONS ( PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SUCCESSION)
Are you looking for an engaging hands-on activity to teach about ecological succession? This product might offer the help. It is a 2 part activity that is sure to keep students physically and mentally engaged throughout the lesson.
In part 1: SCENARIOS:
Students read two scenarios( each representing primary or secondary succession) and choose one to work on. They then cut and paste and color a series of pictures showing the progression of the succession over time. They also explain what happens at each stage and give examples of organisms that will likely be found on each stage. There is an easel version to this activity. To give the teacher more options.
In part 2: PRIMARY vs SECONDARY SUCCESSION:
Students complete a match the term to the definition activity. Students match terms such as climax species, pioneer species and others to the correct definitions.
Next, they compare and contrast primary and secondary succession in a Venn diagram style.
And Lastly, they discuss different events that might trigger primary or secondary successions.
There is an easel version to this activity too.
BONUS (FREE SUCCESSION CARDS):
I have included 8 events cards as a bonus for purchasing this product. I also share some ideas on how to use them in class. Print, cut and laminate them for repeated use.
All worksheets have answer keys including the bonus cards.
I truly believe your students will enjoy studying with these activities. They encourage collaboration and sharing which are essential for mastery. If you find this product helpful, please consider following my shop for freebies, product updates and future uploads. Thank you and have an amazing class.
ENDOTHERMIC AND EXOTHERMIC REACTIONS ACTIVITIES
Are you looking for an engaging exothermic and endothermic reaction to beef up your lessons? This resource might just be what you need. The lesson offers opportunity for students to read a passage about endothermic and exothermic reaction, complete a post reading worksheet and do a simple but effective experiment to solidify their understanding of the concepts.
Whats included in the resource?
Exothermic & Endothermic Reaction Reading Page
Post Reading Worksheet
Experiment 1 and 2 labsheet
Lab guide
Mini Cards
Teacher Guide
Answer keys.
See preview to for sample sheets and answer keys
READING PASSAGE:
In this part, students will read key information about heat energy being absorbed or released. They will learn about everyday examples of this phenomenon and how they are applied to the benefit of humans.
After the reading, students will complete a worksheet to evaluate their understanding.
ENDOTHERMIC & EXOTHERMIC EXPERIMENT 1&2
Experiment 1: Students will complete an experiment aout baking soda and vinegar. They will write down their observations of reaction.
Experiment 2: Students will do a lab about mixing an acid and a magnesium metal and record their observations onto their lab sheet.
Mini Cards:
These are optional cards with additional examples of endothermic and exothermic reactions. Students will work in groups to group these cards into endo and exothermic reactions.
I am very confident that this resource will light the flame under your students and turn your heat unit into one both you and they will love. The resource provides opportunuties for reading, collaboration and inquiry whilst saving valuable time for the teacher.
Thanks and have an amazing class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
SIMPLE MACHINES: PULLEYS (PHET Sim + Practice Questions Activity )
This product allows students to explore pulleys using PHET simulation. The goal for the exploration is for students to observe a) relationships between the number of pulleys and the effort force required b) the effort force required and the length of rope pulled. By observing and making their own conclusions, students understanding of how pulleys work is deepen. I have included a clear teacher instructions and answer keys as guides.
In a 2nd activity, (use only after teaching IMA and AMA), students discuss and solve 3 levels of questions in a gallery-walk style. Questions are printed and pasted around the class and students visit each question and solve them. This fun active style of learning encourages collaboration and peer support. I have included the answer keys to the questions as well.
What do you get after purchasing this product?
Phet Pulley exploration sheet + answer key
3 Level practice questions + answer key
Link and QR code to simulation
Watch your students turn into curious, happy and engaged “scientist” as they explore these fun activities whilst saving yourself the time.
I will be glad to help your suggestions and feedback at eazyscience221@gmail.com. Have a great class.
SPECIATION
Are you looking for an enaging resource to teach Speciation as part of your evolution unit? Look no further. This reason provides opportunity for your students to analyze data, look for evidence and support their thinking with reasoning. They will think and argue like true scientists.
Please see preview for sample sheets
What’s included in this resource?
Background story and data sheet (1 page)
Claim-Evidence-Reason sheet ( 1 page)
Sample answer key ( 1 page)
Teacher note + suggestions
By the end of the activity, students will be able to understand how one species may split into two or more species and how spatial (geographical) barrier can facilitate that.
Turn your speciation lesson into one that you and your students will enjoy. The resource is straight forward and easy to use. It does require little to no preparation which save the teacher valuable time.
Grade Level:
Grade 10 to 12
I am confident this activity will be a great addition to your speciation lesson and help your students to understand and enjoy the lesson.
Thanks and have a wonderful class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have a great class.
Hardy Weinberg Equilibrium Koi Fish Activity
Teach Hardy Weinberg Equilibrium with this engaging Koi Fish activity which your students will love inspired by virtualbiologylab online simulation. The resources comes with:
1 page background information page about why populations evolve
discusses HW Equilibrium and principles
1 page Koi fish activity sheet
Sample answer keys
See preview for sample sheets
The activity is created around a hypothetical koi fish population. Students will observe images of the population in a 6 year period to conclude whether or not they have evolved. This activity provides a chance for students to apply the concept in a relatable and meaningful way.
They will garther evidences, make convincing arguments and hypothesize which hardy Weignberg principle is being violated an new Koi fish populations emerge.
The story makes it more interesting and will without doubt elevate your students’ curiousity. Students get to form their own answers from their own observations which make it engaging .
Please see details in the preview
Grade level:
Grade 10 to 12
I truly believe this activity will be a great addition to your evolution unit and help evolve this often complex and boring topic into one that your students will find exciting.
Thanks and have an amazing class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have a great class.
Energy Efficiency And Conservation Worksheets And Activities
Looking for an energy efficiency and conservation resource that is sure to engage and challenge your students with a real world connection? This resource may be the answer to your prayers. It will provide your students the opportunity to:
a. Answer questions and learn the difference between energy efficiency and conservation and examples of both.
b. Solve calculation questions about energy efficiencies of some household appliances
c. Design a brochure to educate a family member or a teacher about how they can reduce their electric bills.
Please see preview for sample sheets, answer keys and sample brochure.
The resource includes the following:
1.Energy efficiency and conservation worksheet (1page)
2.Energy efficiency calculation questions (1 page)
3.Brochure sheet (1 page)
4.Blank brochure (1 page)
5.Answer Keys
Please find detail information in the preview.
I sincerely believe this resource will be a great addition to your energy efficiency and conservation unit and help your students explore a topic that is becoming increasingly important for us all. There is very little preparation time involved, which saves the teacher valuable time.
Grade level:
Grade 6 - 9
KINGDOM PROTISTA (Multiple Activities)
Are you looking for activities to teach the weirdest kingdom, PROTISTA? This product might help. There are 3 engaging activities which can be used as solo or together.
In activity 1: Students research and write down basic info about 6 common protists. These protists include amoeba, euglena, volvox and 3 others.
In activity 2: Students learn about types of protists including; plant-like, animal-like, fungal-like and mixotrophs. Students will write some general characteristics of each group and cut and paste examples under the appropriate group and answer some questions.
In activity 3: Students learn about red tides. This helps to connect the lesson to a real world phenomenon making the lesson relevant. Students will visit a website(link and QR code included) watch a short video and then read an article. Afterwards, they will answer a series of questions about this important event.
Please note: There are easel versions available for all 3 activities. I have included a teacher guide and answer keys to guide you. Check out the preview to see the activities.I truly hope this resource helps you and your students explore the weird life of protists. I will be happy to hear from you. Thanks and have an amazing class.
MICROSCOPE ( HISTORY TIMELINE, ELECTRON & LIGHT MICROSCOPE ACTIVITY)
Are you looking for a great activity for your kids to learn about microscope? This product has 3 great activities that will surely not only help them explore this important topic but also keep them engaged. There are three parts to the activities.
Part 1 ( create and timeline) : Students research the history of microscopes and create a timeline to learn about how microscopes have evolved over the years. Everything about the timeline is provided in the product. Student on have to cut and paste after they research. I have included some credible research links/QR codes to aid your students. ( the product also has suggested activities after students complete their time line + answer keys )
Part 2 ( compare and contrast) : Students observe images of electron and light/optical microscopes and write down their observations. They also write down some advantages and limitations of each type of microscope.
Part 3 ( label and color) : Students label the parts of the compound microscope and color the picture (optional).
All parts have their answer keys included as well as a teacher guide to assist you. This is one of my favorite lessons because it promotes independent learning in my students and takes short time to prepare. I truly hope you find it helpful just as I have. Have an amazing class!
Layers of the Earth Worksheets (Middle School)
Are you looking for a no-prep resource to teach layers of the Earth? Look no further. This resource will provide the opportunity for your students to:
a. read and learn important info about the four layers of the Earth
b. learn about each layer’s characteristics, depth, mineral composition, temperature, and weird/amazing facts.
The resource may be used as stand-alone or as part of your existing sources of energy teaching materials.
***Please see the preview for sample worksheets and answer keys ***
The resource includes:
Layers of the Earth Worksheet ( 1 page )
Layers of the Earth Reading Sheets ( 3 pages )
Layers of the Earth Riddle Worksheet ( 1 page ) BONUS worksheet for your early finishers.
I have included tips and suggestions to transform the reading into an active style of learning to get students working in teams.
I am confident this layers of the Earth resource will be a wonderful addition to your teaching “toolbox”. There’s little to no prep time ( which is a win for the teacher) and the activities are engaging for students.
GRADE LEVEL:
6 - 9
Thanks and have an awesome class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.
Sense Organ : Sense of Hearing and Balance Worksheets
Teach the sense of hearing and balance with this multiple activity lesson that offer opportunity for your students to :
label the outer, middle and inner ears
learn about the process of hearing sounds
read about how the vestibular system maintains balance
answer critical thinking questions about the sense of hearing and balance
***Please check preview to see sample sheets ***
What’s included in this resource?
Parts of the Ear worksheet (colored and B&W)
Reading passage : Ear, hearing and balance (colored and B&W)
Post reading question sheet
Answer keys
Teacher Guide
The Parts of the Ear Worksheet:
In this part, students will label parts of the outer, middle and inner ears and complete a fill in the blanks activity to learn about the process of hearing.
The Reading Passage:
In this part, students read a short passage about the ear, the vestibular systems and how our sense of balance or imbalance occur. After reading, students will answer 5 critical thinking questions that will challenge them to explore the topic even further.
I have included all answer keys in the resource to help guide you.
I believe this will be a great addition to your sense organ unit and will provide opportunity for your students to learn about this topic in an engaging way. There is little time involve in preping for it which is a big win for the teacher to save valuable time.
GRADE LEVEL:
8 - 12
Thanks and have an wonderful class!
Please reach out at eazyscience221@gmail.com with feedback, and questions. Thanks and have an amazing class.