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

Created by
TWFScience

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

$2.97

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

Created by
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

$2.97

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

Created by
TWFScience

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

$2.97

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

Created by
TWFScience

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

$2.97

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

Created by
TWFScience

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

$2.97

Newton's Third Law of Motion STEM Investigation | Thrust vs Nozzle Size, 3rd Law

Created by
TWFScience

Students will investigate Newton’s 3rd Law of Motion by testing how changing the nozzle opening of a water-powered bottle jet affects the distance it travels. Using a plastic bottle, interchangeable bottle-cap nozzles with different hole diameters, and a simple launch cradle, students observe how th

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

$2.97

Mythical Creature Dichotomous Key Activity

Created by
TWFScience

The classroom hum fades into a hush. A warm breeze rustles imaginary leaves as ten fantastical creatures drift, stomp, slither, and shimmer into view. Your students have one tool to navigate this enchanted encounter: a dichotomous key. With each YES/NO choice, they rule out the possibilities—drake o

6th - 11th Basic Principles, Biology

$0.97

Electromagnet - Coil Turns vs Magnetic Strength STEM Investigation

Created by
TWFScience

Students will investigate electromagnetism by building their own classroom-made electromagnets and testing how changing the number of wire coils affects magnetic strength. Using an iron nail, insulated wire, a battery, and paper clips, students observe how electric current creates a magnetic field a

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

NGSS MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5, MS-ETS1-1+2

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

$2.97

Valentine's Day Lava Lamp STEM Investigation - Density & Gas Production

Created by
TWFScience

Students will investigate density, polarity, and gas production through a Valentine’s Day–themed lava lamp investigation. Using oil, water, food coloring in Valentine colors, and heart-themed effervescent tablets, students explore how chemical reactions can make liquids move in surprising ways—perfe

6th - 11th Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics

Also included in: Valentine's Day Science Activities | STEM, Project, Readings | High School

$2.97

Valentine's Day Science Activities | STEM, Project, Readings | 6th, 7th, 8th

Created by
TWFScience

Make February meaningful (and still academically rigorous) with hands-on, low-prep Valentine’s Day science. This bundle brings together activities, STEM investigations, readings, and a project that connects core science concepts to familiar Valentine’s themes—chocolate, candy, hearts, bonding, and c

6th - 10th Chemistry, Engineering, Physical Science

Bundle (6 products)

$17.82

$8.40

Valentine's Day Science Activities | STEM, Project, Readings | High School

Created by
TWFScience

Make February meaningful (and academically rigorous) with hands‑on, low‑prep Valentine’s Day science for grades 9‑12. This bundle combines lab investigations, in‑depth readings, themed activities, and a project that ties core high‑school science concepts—density, gas production, bond energy, phase c

8th - 11th Chemistry, Engineering, Physical Science

Bundle (7 products)

$20.79

$8.40

Earth Day Countdown | 22 Environmental Science Starter Slides | Earth Day Warmup

Created by
TWFScience

Earth Day Countdown – Class Starter Discussion Slides & Teacher Guide. 22 Days of Discussion and Collaboration. Fully editable.Looking for an engaging way to spark meaningful conversations about environmental issues leading up to Earth Day or just how humans impact the environment? This Earth Da

6th - 11th Biology, Earth Sciences, Marine Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-4, MS-ESS3-1+9

$5.97

Earth Day Countdown | Environmental Class Starter 3-DAY SAMPLE

Created by
TWFScience

Earth Day Countdown SAMPLE – Class Starter Discussion Slides & Teacher Guide. 3 Days of Discussion and Collaboration. The full version - Earth Day Countdown | 22 Environmental Class Starter Slides for Discussion and Collaboration can be found by clicking here.The full version contains 22, fully

6th - 11th Biology, Earth Sciences, Marine Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-4, MS-ESS3-1+9

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Amos Fortune Free Man — Comprehensive Novel Study & Activity Guide

Created by
EGP Media and Press

Comprehensive Amos Fortune, Free Man Novel Study Guide – A Cross-Curricular Journey Through History, Resilience, and Financial LiteracyDesigned for Homeschoolers, Co-Ops & Classrooms (Grades 3-12) – A Living History Approach Without Quizzes!Dive deep into Elizabeth Yates’ Amos Fortune, Free Man

3rd - 12th Novel Studies, Black History, U.S. History

Also included in: Colonial America Literature & History Bundle: Project-Based learning grades 3-12

$18.00

1800-1914 New England/U.S, Historical Fiction Bundle: Five Novels + BONUS

Created by
EGP Media and Press

Transform your classroom or homeschool with this immersive 5-book bundle that takes students on a journey through 19th-century America's defining struggles and triumphs, specifically in New England.Each novel study replaces traditional quizzes with simulations, STEM labs, and field trip connections—

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Bundle (5 products)

$69.00

$55.00

Bud, Not Buddy Novel Study: Cross-Curricular Journey of Identity + Resilience

Created by
EGP Media and Press

This is Part 1 of a full unit. It will help get the novel started And many aspects can be used throughout the conclusion of the book as well. Bring Christopher Paul Curtis’s Award-Winning Novel to Life for Grades 3–12.Step into Bud Caldwell’s journey across Depression-era Michigan with this multi-di

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, For All Subjects

Also included in: Bud, Not Buddy Ultimate Novel Study: Complete Guide & Character Transformation

$12.00

Revolutionary Courage: Voicing Independence from 1776 to 2026 and Beyond

Created by
EGP Media and Press

Revolutionary Courage: Voicing Independence from 1776 to 2026 and BeyondA Complete Project-Based Unit for the American 250th AnniversaryProduct DescriptionIn 2026, the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Revolutionary Courage invites students and families to

Kindergarten - 12th U.S. History

$29.00

American Myth Investigators: Signers' Sacrifice Myths & the American Tall Tale

Created by
EGP Media and Press

The American tall tale didn't start with Paul Bunyan. It started in the colonies and became larger than life in Philadelphia in 1776.Most students have heard that the men who signed the Declaration of Independence lost everything including their homes, their families, their fortunes because they dar

3rd - 12th Library Skills, U.S. History, Other (Social Studies)

$15.00

Committee of Five Escape Room: Declaration of Independence Print + Play

Created by
EGP Media and Press

Your students are Jefferson's assistants, and the documents are completely mixed up.This print-and-play escape room takes grades 3-12 through five sequential puzzles covering the Committee of Five, Jefferson's drafting process, Franklin's famous edit, the real signing date, and the anti-slavery pass

Kindergarten - 12th Government, U.S. History, Other (Social Studies)

$8.00
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Thanksgiving Math Budgeting Activity for 6-8 Grade

Created by
Like Honey Learning

This Thanksgiving Menu Planning activity is a fun and engaging way for students to practice budgeting, meal planning, and real-world math skills. Perfect for middle school classrooms, this resource challenges students to plan a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people, including 2 main dishes, 4 side dishe

6th - 8th Math, Applied Math

$5.00