7th Grade Activities

Middle School Life Science Curriculum | NGSS Aligned | MS-LS1, LS2, LS3, LS4

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This bundle includes all four complete, NGSS-aligned Middle School Life Science bundles—MS-PS1, MS-LS2, MS-LS3, and MS-LS4—curated to cover every performance expectation with engaging lessons, hands-on labs/engineering challenges, readings, activities, and organized teacher supports.Why teachers lov

6th - 8th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS1-1, MS-LS1-2, MS-LS1-3+18

Middle School Earth and Space Science Curriculum | NGSS Aligned ESS1, ESS2, ESS3

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This bundle includes all four complete, NGSS-aligned Middle School Life Science bundles—MS-ESS1, MS-ESS2, and MS-ESS3—curated to cover every performance expectation with engaging lessons, hands-on labs/engineering challenges, readings, activities, and organized teacher supports.Why teachers love itT

6th - 8th Astronomy, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-ESS1-1, MS-ESS1-2, MS-ESS1-3+12

Halloween Creatures Dichotomous Key – A Spooky Classification Challenge

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The classroom lights flicker. A chill skims across the lab tables as ten mysterious creatures shuffle, flap, and ooze into view. Your students have one tool to survive the night: a dichotomous key. With each YES/NO choice, they narrow the suspects—bat or crow, wisp or witch’s familiar—until every mo

6th - 11th Basic Principles, Biology

Also included in: Halloween Science Activities & Investigations | Labs, Stations, STEM, Readings

Crash Course BIOLOGY (2012) #4: Animal Cells | Eukaryotes, Organelles

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Crash Course Biology (2012) #4: ANIMAL CELLS Video Worksheet. Whether you are introducing, reviewing, or leaving it as a sub plan, my Crash Course video worksheet is a terrific solution.Your worksheet includes a direct YouTube video link! Just click and go.Key Concepts Covered in the Video Worksheet

7th - 12th Science, Biology, General Science

NGSS HS-LS1-1, HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-3+21

Also included in: Crash Course Video Worksheets Mega Bundle | Life and Physical Science Sub Plan

Crash Course BIOLOGY (2012) #5: Membranes and Transport

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Crash Course Biology (2012) #5: MEMBRANES AND TRANSPORT Video Worksheet. Whether you are introducing, reviewing, or leaving it as a sub plan, my Crash Course video worksheet is a terrific solution.Your worksheet includes a direct YouTube video link! Just click and go.Key Concepts Covered in the Vide

7th - 12th Science, Biology, General Science

NGSS HS-LS1-1, HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-3+21

Also included in: Crash Course Video Worksheets Mega Bundle | Life and Physical Science Sub Plan

Crash Course BIOLOGY (2012) #6: Plant Cells | Organelles, Photosynthesis

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Crash Course Biology (2012) #6: PLANT CELLS Video Worksheet. Whether you are introducing, reviewing, or leaving it as a sub plan, my Crash Course video worksheet is a terrific solution.Your worksheet includes a direct YouTube video link! Just click and go.Key Concepts Covered in the Video Worksheet:

7th - 12th Science, Biology, General Science

NGSS HS-LS1-1, HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-3+21

Also included in: Crash Course Video Worksheets Mega Bundle | Life and Physical Science Sub Plan

Crash Course BIOLOGY (2012) #7: ATP and Respiration | Cellular Respiration

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Crash Course Biology (2012) #7: ATP AND RESPIRATION Video Worksheet. Whether you are introducing, reviewing, or leaving it as a sub plan, my Crash Course video worksheet is a terrific solution.Your worksheet includes a direct YouTube video link! Just click and go.Key Concepts Covered in the Video Wo

7th - 12th Science, Biology, General Science

NGSS HS-LS1-1, HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-3+21

Also included in: Crash Course Video Worksheets Mega Bundle | Life and Physical Science Sub Plan

Marble Ramp: Height vs Average Speed STEM Investigation | Scientific Method

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TWFScience

Give students a fast, hands-on motion investigation: set up a simple marble ramp, change only the ramp height, and measure how height affects average speed. With clear test rules and simple materials, students plan a fair test, collect multiple times for each height, calculate average speed, and cre

6th - 11th Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-2, MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2+1

Also included in: STEM Investigations Growing Bundle — Scientific Method, Design, Data & CER

Ecology Case Study - Coral Bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef | Reading

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TWFScience

Ecology Case Study "Coral Bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef"This resource provides a brief look at how coral bleaching is impacting the Great Barrier Reef and marine ecosystems around the world. Students will explore the causes and consequences of this environmental issue while building scientific

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study - Invasive Zebra Mussels in the Great Lakes | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "Invasive Zebra Mussels in the Great Lakes"This resource provides a focused look at how invasive zebra mussels have disrupted the Great Lakes ecosystem, affecting both aquatic biodiversity and human activity. Students will explore the causes, ecological impacts, and economic conse

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study - The Reintroduction of the California Condor | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "The Reintroduction of the California Condor"This resource provides an in-depth look at the reintroduction of the California condor, one of the most remarkable wildlife recovery efforts in modern conservation history. Students will explore the causes of the condor’s decline, the s

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study - Urbanization and Habitat Fragmentation | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "Urbanization and Habitat Fragmentation"This resource provides an insightful look at how urbanization and habitat fragmentation affect ecosystems and wildlife populations around the world. Students will explore how expanding cities divide natural habitats, disrupt animal movement,

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study - Rewilding Wolves in Yellowstone | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "Rewilding Wolves in Yellowstone"This resource provides an engaging look at how the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone National Park transformed an entire ecosystem. Students will explore how removing and later restoring a top predator caused major changes in animal populatio

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Clean Water Filtration STEM Investigation | Scientific Method 6th, 7th, 8th

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Give students a fast, hands-on engineering investigation: build a low-cost water filter, change only one design choice at a time (layer order, thickness, sealing, or adding charcoal), and measure which design makes the clearest water the fastest—all while staying under a classroom budget cap. With t

6th - 11th Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-2, MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2+1

Also included in: STEM Investigations Growing Bundle — Scientific Method, Design, Data & CER

Beetle Genetics STEM Investigation | Scientific Method | 6th, 7th, 8th

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TWFScience

Give students a fast, hands-on genetics investigation: simulate beetle heredity, change only the parent genotypes, and use Punnett squares to predict and compare offspring outcomes. With print-and-cut genotype cards and clear scaffolds, students run multiple monohybrid crosses, extend to one dihybri

6th - 11th Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-2, MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2+1

Also included in: STEM Investigations Growing Bundle — Scientific Method, Design, Data & CER

Adaptations by Design - Extreme Environments | STEM Investigation 6th, 7th, 8th

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Students will design a biologically plausible organism, choose one extreme environment, and justify how its adaptations solve real environmental pressures. With a trait bank, word bank, a structured CER, and a Survival Index that rolls into a class bar graph, students connect structure → function →

6th - 11th Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-2, MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2+1

Also included in: STEM Investigations Growing Bundle — Scientific Method, Design, Data & CER

Ecology Case Study - Overfishing and Ocean Balance | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "Overfishing and Ocean Balance"This resource provides an engaging look at how overfishing disrupts the delicate balance of marine ecosystems. Students will explore how removing too many fish affects entire food webs, causes trophic cascades, and threatens both ocean biodiversity a

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study - The Impact of Deforestation on Carbon Storage | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "The Impact of Deforestation on Carbon Storage"This resource provides an engaging look at how deforestation affects the planet’s ability to store carbon and regulate climate. Students will explore how clearing forests for agriculture, logging, and development releases stored carbo

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study - The Decline of Pollinators | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "The Decline of Pollinators"This resource provides an engaging look at how the decline of pollinators is impacting ecosystems, biodiversity, and the global food supply. Students will explore how habitat loss, pesticide use, climate change, and disease have led to major decreases i

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study - The Role of Mangroves in Coastal Protection | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "The Role of Mangroves in Coastal Protection"This resource provides an engaging look at how mangrove forests protect coastlines, support biodiversity, and help regulate Earth’s climate. Students will explore how these unique coastal ecosystems act as natural barriers against storm

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study - Ecological Succession After Wildfire | Reading

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Ecology Case Study "Ecological Succession After Wildfire"This resource provides an engaging look at how wildfires shape and renew ecosystems through the process of ecological succession. Students will explore how natural disturbances, though destructive at first, set the stage for regrowth and biodi

7th - 10th Biology, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

Ecology Case Study Bundle – Real-World Environmental Science Readings

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Ecology Case Study Bundle - Engage your students with real-world science through these Ecology Case Studies designed to strengthen scientific literacy, critical thinking, and reading comprehension skills. Perfect for 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th grades.Save 40% by purchasing this bundle!These case studie

7th - 10th Science, Biology, Earth Sciences

Newton's Three Laws of Motion Worksheets & Activities Bundle | 1st, 2nd, 3rd Law

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Newton's 3 Laws of Motion Activity Bundle - 21 activities and worksheets included. This bundle provides complete, READY-TO-USE resources for teachers who want to help students build deep understanding through hands-on exploration. With a mix of labs, readings, stations, and independent activities, s

6th - 12th General Science, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-1, MS-PS2-2, HS-PS2-1

Newton's 1st Law Case Study - Bus Stop Surprise | Physical Science Case Study

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Physical Science Case Study - "Newton's 1st Law - The Bus Stop Surprise"This resource offers an engaging, real-world look at how inertia influences motion through the lens of Newton’s First Law. Students follow Maya on an ordinary bus ride turned unexpected physics lesson, observing how her body res

7th - 10th General Science, Physical Science, Physics

Also included in: Newton's 1st Law of Motion Lesson, Worksheet, Activities Bundle | 6th, 7th, 8th