Earth Sciences Handouts

Biotic and Abiotic Population Influences Lesson | Biotic Factors, Ecosystems

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Biotic and Abiotic Population Influences. This resource includes the lesson (student and teacher versions), a student lesson handout as a document, and a 4-question exit ticket to assess student understanding. The presentation is fun and applicable with a video embedded into the presentation.➡️ Clic...

6th - 9th Science, Biology, Earth Sciences

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

Also included in: Ontario Grade 9 Science Course Curriculum | 1 Full Semester | SNC1D | 9th Grade

Ecological Succession Lesson - Primary and Secondary | Ecosystems

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A complete Ecological Succession lesson: diagrams, primary/secondary comparisons, student handouts, and an editable exit ticket in Google Slides/Docs and PowerPoint/Word.Students will learn: pioneer species, climax community, disturbance/recovery, sequence of stages, examples (lava flow → lichens →

7th - 10th Science, Biology, Earth Sciences

NGSS MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-3

Also included in: Ecosystems & Food Webs Unit: Energy Flow, Succession & Human Impact

Biomass and Fossil Fuels Lesson | Fossil Fuels and the Greenhouse Effect

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Biomass, Fossil Fuels, and Acid Precipitation. This package includes the lesson (student and teacher versions), a student lesson handout as a document, and a 4-question Exit Ticket to assess student understanding. The resource is fun and applicable with a video embedded into the presentation.➡️ Clic...

6th - 9th Science, Biology, Earth Sciences

NGSS MS-LS1-6, MS-LS1-7, MS-LS2-3+3

Also included in: Ontario Grade 9 Science Course Curriculum | 1 Full Semester | SNC1D | 9th Grade

Why is the Sky Blue? Why are Sunsets Red? - PowerPoint Inquiry Lesson

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TWFScience

Why is the Sky Blue? Why are Sunsets Red? - Everything you need is right here including the lesson (student and teacher versions), 4 embedded videos, 1 online simulation and a student lesson handout. The lesson briefly introduces light and the electromagnetic spectrum then focuses on visible light a

5th - Adult Education Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

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

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TWFScience

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

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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TWFScience

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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TWFScience

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

Spheres of the Earth - Review, Test, and Project

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TWFScience

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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TWFScience

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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TWFScience

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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TWFScience

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

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

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TWFScience

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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TWFScience

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

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

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

Ecology Case Study - Overfishing and Ocean Balance | Reading

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TWFScience

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