General Science Activities

Characteristics of Living Things Lesson | Living vs Nonliving | 6, 7, 8th Grade

Created by
TWFScience

This 7 Characteristics of Living Things lesson introduces students to the major characteristics shared by living organisms in a clear, student-friendly way This middle school life science lesson builds understanding without overwhelming learners. Students examine familiar examples—including plants r

6th - 8th Science, Biology, General Science

Also included in: Characteristics of Living Things Lesson Bundle | What is Life, Living, Nonliving

Characteristics of Living Things Data Graphing Lab Bundle 6th, 7th, 8th Grade

Created by
TWFScience

These three characteristics of living things data graphing activities will help your students understand how organisms grow and develop, obtain and use energy, respond to environmental changes, and maintain stable internal conditions—all while building strong graphing and data-analysis skills. This

6th - 9th Graphing, Biology, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-4+3

Also included in: Characteristics of Living Things Lesson Bundle | What is Life, Living, Nonliving

What Makes Something Alive Reading Comprehension | Grade 8 and Up

Created by
TWFScience

What Makes Something Alive? Living, Once-Living, and Nonliving Reading Comprehension Passage and QuestionsThis reading explores how scientists use evidence to classify objects as living, once-living, biologically produced but never independently living, or nonliving. Students learn that appearance,

8th - 12th Anatomy, Biology, General Science

Also included in: Science Reading Comprehension Article Mega Bundle | Grade 8 and Up

What Makes Something Alive? Reading | Living, Once-Living, Nonliving | 6, 7, 8th

Created by
TWFScience

This Grade 6–8 reading comprehension article and questions helps students determine what makes something alive by comparing living, once-living, and nonliving objects at the appropriate reading level. Students learn that movement, growth, or appearance alone cannot prove that something is alive. Ins

6th - 8th Anatomy, Biology, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-4, MS-LS2-5

Also included in: Reading Comprehension Article & Question Mega Bundle | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade

Characteristics of Living Things Lesson Bundle | What is Life, Living, Nonliving

Created by
TWFScience

Help your students understand what makes something alive with this growing Characteristics of Living Things Bundle for middle school science. Students explore the differences between living, once-living, and nonliving things while learning how organisms are organized, use energy, grow, respond to st

6th - 9th Biology, General Science, Marine Science

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

Prescribed Burns Decision Challenge | Forest Management, Forest Fire Management

Created by
TWFScience

This Prescribed Burns Decision Challenge will help your students understand how fire ecology, fuel buildup, wildfire risk, succession, biodiversity, forest recovery, and human impact are connected. This activity gives teachers an easy, NO PREP way to have students analyze ecology data, compare fores

6th - 10th Biology, Environment, General Science

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

Also included in: Real World Ecology Decision Challenges Bundle | Ecosystems Activity

STAGE 3 UNIT 4 NSW COMPLETE Science Unit- Renewable and un-renewable energy

Created by
Oceanview Resources

This complete unit is designed to compliment the recent unit rolled out by NSW Education Department 2025. It is based on the unit of work Stage 3 Unit 4 Renewable and Un-renewable energyThis unit teaches students to identify renewable and non-renewable energy sources and research their impact on res

5th - 6th Engineering, General Science, Instructional Technology

STAGE 2 UNIT 4 NSW SCIENCE 2025 vertebrates & invertebrates, muscle and skeletal

Created by
Oceanview Resources

This complete unit is designed to compliment the recent unit rolled out by NSW Education Department 2025/6. It is based on the unit of work UNIT 4 STAGE 2The learning outcomes of this unit are:Physical and living systems depend on energy16 hourly lessons plus 4 hours of additional/optional content.

3rd - 4th Biology, General Science, Physical Science

STAGE 1 UNIT 4 NSW aligned SCIENCE-how the brain processes sensory information

Created by
Oceanview Resources

This complete unit is designed to compliment the recent unit rolled out by NSW Education Department 2025/6. It is based on the unit of work Unit 4Investigations of changes provide knowledge and understandingDesign and digital solutions are created through knowledge and understanding16 hourly lessons

1st - 2nd Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)

Polar Bear Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Dive into the Arctic with this engaging resource, "Polar Bear Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit" all about polar bears! Perfect for third to fifth grade classrooms, this resource includes:1 - Reading Passage: "Polar Bear: King of the Arctic", highlighting fascinating facts abou

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Walrus Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Dive into the icy Arctic with this exciting resource, "Walrus Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit," all about walruses! Designed for third to fifth-grade classrooms, this resource includes:1 - Reading Passage: "Walrus: Giants of the Arctic," packed with interesting facts about wal

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Beluga Whale Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Dive into the fascinating world of the Arctic with this engaging resource, "Beluga Whale Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit," all about beluga whales! Perfectly designed for third to fifth-grade classrooms, this resource includes:1 - Reading Passage: "Beluga: The White Whale of t

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Orca (Killer Whale) Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Dive into the amazing world of orcas with this exciting resource, "Orca (Killer Whale) Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit," all about these fascinating marine mammals! Perfectly designed for third to fifth-grade classrooms, this resource includes:1 - Reading Passage: "Orcas: The

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Musk Ox Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Dive into the fascinating world of the Arctic tundra with this engaging resource, "Musk Ox Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit," all about the mighty musk ox! Perfectly designed for third to fifth-grade classrooms, this resource includes:1 - Reading Passage: "The Mighty Musk Ox" i

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Seal Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Dive into the world of seals with this engaging resource, "Seal Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit," Perfectly designed for third to fifth-grade classrooms! Students will explore how seals live, adapt, and thrive in their environment while building key reading and writing skills.

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Arctic Hare Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Explore the Arctic with the "Arctic Hare Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit," perfectly crafted for third to fifth-grade classrooms!Students will discover how Arctic hares survive, adapt, and thrive in the cold, snowy tundra while strengthening essential reading and writing skill

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Snowy Owl Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Discover the Arctic with the "Snowy Owl Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit," designed for third to fifth-grade classrooms!Help your students learn about snowy owls' fascinating adaptations, habitats, and survival strategies while building essential reading and writing skills. Thi

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Narwhal Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit

Created by
Meryma Learning

Explore the Arctic with the "Narwhal Reading Comprehension Activities - Arctic Animals Unit," tailored for third to fifth-grade classrooms!Engage your students in learning about the unique and fascinating narwhals, their adaptations, habitat, and survival strategies while building essential reading

3rd - 5th Reading, General Science

Also included in: Polar and Arctic Animals Unit - Reading Comprehension and Writing Activities

Inspiring Plants and Fungi Activities | Unique Biomimicry Adventures

Created by
Asa Jomard

Inspiring Plants and Fungi Activities | Unique Biomimicry AdventuresWhat could a pitcher plant teach us about self-cleaning windows, or a cactus about collecting water from the air? Plants & Fungi Biomimicry Adventures turns your classroom into an innovation lab, where students learn from nature

2nd - 4th General Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Also included in: Engaging Fall/Autumn Activities Bundle | Fun Biomimicry Design Challenges

Inspiring Bee Life Cycle Activities | Unique Biomimicry Design Thinking Project

Created by
Asa Jomard

Buzz into the Fascinating World of Bees with STEAM-Powered Learning! Discover a comprehensive resource that takes your students on an exciting journey into the world of bees. This project combines STEAM learning, biomimicry design, and non-fiction exploration and will inspire your students to observe

1st - 3rd Biology, General Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+3

Inspiring Apple Life Cycle Activities | Engaging Design a Board Game Project

Created by
Asa Jomard

Explore the fascinating world of apples with our interactive Life Cycle Activities! This comprehensive nonfiction resource is designed to engage students in hands-on learning about this delicious fruit, making science fun and educational. What’s Included in This Resource? Life Cycle Exploration: Studen

1st - 3rd Writing, General Science

Dandelion Life Cycle Biomimicry Project | Nature-Inspired Design Activities

Created by
Asa Jomard

Dandelion Life Cycle Biomimicry Project | Nature-Inspired Design Activities Grades 2–5 Have you ever watched a dandelion seed float away on the breeze and wondered — what if we could design something that works just like that? This rich, open-ended biomimicry project invites young learners to dive de

2nd - 4th General Science

NGSS K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2

Explore Snowy Owl Life Cycle Activities | Biomimicry Design Adventure

Created by
Asa Jomard

Dive into our Engaging Snowy Owl Project! This lesson plan uses biomimicry and STEAM activities to spark curiosity and creativity in students. Perfect for educators seeking innovative ways to teach about owls and nature.Key Features:Biomimicry in Action: Discover how the remarkable owls inspire inno

1st - 3rd Biology, General Science

NGSS K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2

Bird Feet & Legs | Creative Biomimicry Design and Montessori-Inspired Activities

Created by
Asa Jomard

Bird Adaptations & Biomimicry: STEAM Design Challenges for Grades 1-3 Need an engaging way to help your 1st-3rd graders explore bird adaptations and design thinking? This comprehensive biomimicry design resource makes STEAM learning hands-on and exciting while teaching students how nature inspire

1st - 3rd Biology, General Science