7th Grade Hands-On Activities

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

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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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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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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

Newton's 1st Law of Motion Worksheet Bundle | 6-Part Newtons First Law Worksheet

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Perfect for classroom instruction, science centers, homework, assessments, and review! Just print & use—no prep required!Introduce and/or review Newton's First Law of Motion, the Law of Inertia, with this engaging, print-ready worksheet bundle designed to help learners understand how and why obj

6th - 10th General Science, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-2

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

Newton 1st Law of Motion STEM Investigation | Penny and Index Card Inertia Test

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Students will investigate Newton’s First Law of Motion by testing how different masses behave when the support beneath them is removed rapidly. Using an index card, a coin, and a cup, students flick the card to observe whether objects of varying mass drop straight into the cup or move with the card.

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

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

Also included in: Newton's Three Laws of Motion STEM Investigations Bundle — Scientific Method

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

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The NO-PREP bundle includes a lesson, worksheets, activities, a STEM investigation, case study, and video worksheet on Newton's 1st Law of Motion. It is specifically designed for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade but can also be used to teach Newtons First Law to high school students as it provides an excelle

6th - 8th General Science, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-2

Newton's Second Law of Motion Lesson | Newtons 2nd Law, Mass and Acceleration

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This lesson on Newton's Second Law of Motion specifically covers Forces and Net Force, Newton's 2nd Law equation, Applications and Problem Solving as well as Simulation Activities. It also includes a 6-Part worksheet.✅ Full Lesson Coverage – Newton’s Second Law of Motion including Theory, Applicati...

6th - 8th General Science, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-2

Also included in: Newton's 2nd Law of Motion Lesson, Worksheet, Activities Bundle | 6th, 7th, 8th

Newton's 2nd Law of Motion Worksheet 6- Part Bundle Newtons Second Law Worksheet

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Perfect for classroom instruction, science centers, homework, assessments, and review! Just print & use—no prep required!Introduce and/or review Newton's Second Law of Motion, Force equals mass times acceleration (F = ma), with this engaging, print-ready worksheet bundle designed to help learner

6th - 10th General Science, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS2-2

Also included in: Newton's 2nd Law of Motion Lesson, Worksheet, Activities Bundle | 6th, 7th, 8th

Newton's 2nd Law Case Study - Sports Car vs Truck | Physical Science Case Study

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Physical Science Case Study - "Newton's 2nd Law - Sports Car vs Pickup Truck"This resource delivers a clear, real-world explanation of Newton’s Second Law of Motion through a relatable comparison between a lightweight sports car and a heavy pickup truck. Students follow a simple moment at a stopligh

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

NGSS MS-PS2-2

Also included in: Newton's 2nd Law of Motion Lesson, Worksheet, Activities Bundle | 6th, 7th, 8th

Newton's Second Law of Motion STEM Investigation | Balloon Rocket, 2nd Law

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Students will investigate Newton’s 2nd Law of Motion by testing how changing the mass carried by a balloon rocket affects its acceleration. Using a taut string track, a straw, a balloon, and removable mass clips, students run repeated launches to measure travel time and calculate average speed. Thro

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

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

Also included in: Artemis Missions, Moon Bases, and Future Space Colonization Unit Bundle