8th Grade Handouts

The Dangers of Smoking Lesson | Carcinogens, Secondhand Smoke, Cigarettes

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The Dangers of Smoking - Everything you need is right here including the lesson (student and teacher versions), a student lesson handout, auto-graded quiz, and the dangers of smoking reading. The lesson first asks what smoking is and where tobacco comes from. It then explains what cigarettes are and

6th - Adult Education Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

Also included in: Cancer and Smoking - Lesson, Lab Stations, Readings and Activity Bundle

Oil Spills and the Damage They Inflict Lesson | Causes, Effects, and Cleaning Up

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Oil Spills and the Damage They Inflict on the Environment - Everything you need is right here including the lesson (student and teacher versions), 4 embedded videos and a student lesson handout. The lesson begins by examining the case of the Deepwater Horizon which blew up in 2010 and caused massive

7th - Adult Education Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

Solar Electricity Production - An Introduction to Solar Power! - Lesson

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Solar Electricity Production - Solar Power! - Everything you need is right here including the lesson (student and teacher versions), 3 embedded videos and a student lesson handout. The lesson first explains what renewable energy sources are. It then goes over the importance of the Sun, how Solar Ele

5th - Adult Education Science, General Science, Physical Science

Simple Machines Lesson | Lever, Inclined Plane, Wheel and Axle,Pulley, Screw

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This 30-slide PowerPoint lesson on Simple Machines begins by examining what Simple Machines are as well as an explanation of what Work is. It then goes into the six main types of Simple Machines - Levers, Inclined Planes, Wheel and Axle, Pulleys, Screws, and Wedges. The lesson concludes by looking a

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

Also included in: Simple Machines - High School - 5E Lesson Bundle | Lever, Inclined Plane, Pulley

The Water Cycle Lesson | Hydrologic Cyclic, Phases of Water | 6th, 7th, 8th

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The Water Cycle Middle School - This earth science lesson is specifically designed for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade science and covers the NGSS MS–ESS2-4 Standard. It is meant to be done over 1-2 day(s). The lesson overviews the water cycle and what we mean that water is cycled from location to location

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

NGSS MS-ESS2-4

Also included in: The Water Cycle Bundle - Lesson, Worksheets, & Activities | Hydrologic Cycle

Energy Flow in Ecosystems - Review, Test, and Project

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This comprehensive resource on energy flow through ecosystems includes a review summary, 28-question test, and a hands-on food web project!The concise lesson summary covers key concepts like photosynthesis, cellular respiration, ecological roles, food chains, food webs, and energy pyramids. All conc

7th - 9th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-3+2

Also included in: Energy Flow in Ecosystems - COMPLETE LESSON, TEST, and PROJECT Bundle

Energy Flow in Ecosystems - COMPLETE LESSON, TEST, and PROJECT Bundle

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Your bundle includes my very popular Energy Flow in Ecosystems presentation as well as my Energy Flow in Ecosystems Review, Test, and Project Bundle.1) Energy Flow in Ecosystems Lesson. This TWO-THREE DAY package includes the lesson (student and teacher versions), a Food Web Activity/Assignment, a B

7th - 9th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-3+2

Grade 8 Science STAAR Comprehensive Review and Workbook

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Elevate your students' preparation for the STAAR exams with my comprehensive review package. It was specifically designed to align with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards. This all-encompassing resource is designed to not only provide a thorough overview of the pivotal topics

8th Grade Science, General Science, Physical Science

Also included in: TEKS Science 7th and 8th Grade 2024 Texas TWO-Year Bundle | STAAR Science

Spheres of the Earth - Review, Test, and Project

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Help students gain a well-rounded understanding of Earth's structure and systems with this multimedia resource on the spheres of the planet! Useful for any earth science, geology, astronomy or environmental science course, this product includes a summary, quiz, and creative diorama project to engage

7th - 9th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-3+2

Also included in: Spheres of the Earth 5E Lesson | Atmosphere, Geosphere, Biosphere, Hydrosphere

Spheres of the Earth - COMPLETE LESSON, TEST, and PROJECT Bundle

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Your bundle includes my very popular Spheres of the Earth presentation as well as my Energy Flow in Ecosystems Review, Test, and Project Bundle.1) The Spheres of the Earth lesson includes the presentation (student and teacher versions), a Bill Nye video worksheet (includes an answer key), a student

7th - 9th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-3+2

Ecosystems - Review, Test, and Project

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Help your students learn the foundation of environmental science with this comprehensive ecosystems resource! Perfect for middle school or high school biology or ecology courses, this product includes a detailed lesson summary, quiz with answer key, and a hands-on ecosystem modeling project.The conc

7th - 9th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-3+2

Also included in: Ecosystems - COMPLETE LESSON, TEST, and PROJECT Bundle

Ecosystems - COMPLETE LESSON, TEST, and PROJECT Bundle

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Your bundle includes my very popular Ecosystems Lesson presentation as well as my Ecosystems Review, Test, and Project Bundle.1) Ecosystems Lesson. This package includes the lesson (student and teacher versions), a student worksheet, a student lesson handout as a document, and a 4-question exit tick

7th - 9th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-3+2

Science on Screen: Movie Review Worksheet Collection - A Growing Bundle

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Energize your classroom with the magic of movies and the rigor of scientific inquiry! My 'Science on Screen' worksheet collection transforms screen time into an interactive learning experience. Tailored for the curious minds, this bundle is perfect for middle and high school science classes seeking

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

Cycling of Matter in Ecosystems - Review, Test, and Project

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Help your students grasp the cycling of matter through ecosystems with this comprehensive 3-in-1 resource! Ideal for middle school and high school biology, environmental science, or earth science classes, this product includes a summary, quiz, and creative infographic project.Content Review:First, t

7th - 9th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-3, HS-LS2-4, HS-LS2-5+1

Also included in: Cycling of Matter - COMPLETE LESSON, TEST, and PROJECT Bundle

Cycling of Matter - COMPLETE LESSON, TEST, and PROJECT Bundle

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Your bundle includes my very popular Cycling of Matter Lesson presentation as well as my Ecosystems Review, Test, and Project Bundle.1) Cycling of Matter Lesson. This package includes the lesson (student and teacher versions), a student worksheet, a student lesson handout as a document, and a 4-ques

7th - 9th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-3, HS-LS2-4, HS-LS2-5+1

Microscope Diagram Labeling Activity

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Help your students get up close and personal with the parts of a microscope through this diagram labeling activity. With two versions - graphic and photographic - it's designed to help students understand microscope anatomy, preparing them to use this essential lab tool skillfully and safely.This re

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

Science Word Search Workbook - 37 Word Search Science Topics

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Science Word Search Workbook. By purchasing this bundle, you will get access to all my Science Word Search activities in one handy workbook. You will also get the Word file which is editable.What’s Inside- Simple Word Search Using 25 common terms.- A full answer key is included for each.The followin

5th - 12th Science, General Science, Physical Science

Renewable Energy Lesson | Biomass, Solar, Wind, Hydroelectric, Tidal, Fusion

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Renewable Energy - Science Lesson - This science lesson looks at renewable energy, and renewable resources. The lesson then specifically looks at biomass, solar, wind, hydroelectric, tidal, and nuclear fusion. BONUS: This resource also includes my Hydroelectric Energy Production Reading & How Ca

8th - 10th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS HS-ESS3-1, HS-ESS3-2, HS-ESS3-3+1

Also included in: Renewable Energy Unit Bundle | Solar, Wind, Hydro, Tidal, Biomass, Fusion

Scientific Method Practice | Questioning Variables Hypothesis Procedure Graphing

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Have your students complete each component of the Scientific Method one component at a time then have them put everything they've learned together to complete two activities that check their understanding.Go at your student's pace and complete these activities over 1-2 days. I typically will do them

6th - 11th General Science, Physical Science, Other (Science)

Also included in: Start of the Year HIGH School Science Bundle | Icebreakers and Activities

The Cell Theory Lesson | FREE PDF TEACHER VERSION

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The Cell Theory Lesson. Everything you need to introduce or review The Cell Theory is right here. The presentation is fun and applicable with many opportunities for inquiry-based learning and discussion.Please note that this version of the resource is free. It only includes the PDF version of the te

7th - Adult Education Science, Biology, General Science

Middle School Physical Science Curriculum | NGSS Aligned | MS-PS1, PS2, PS3, PS4

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This bundle includes all four complete, NGSS-aligned Middle School Physical Science bundles—MS-PS1, MS-PS2, MS-PS3, and MS-PS4—curated to cover every performance expectation with engaging lessons, hands-on labs/engineering challenges, readings, activities, and organized teacher supports.Why teachers

6th - 8th Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics

NGSS MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-2, MS-PS1-3+16

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

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