Standard+D+Physical+Science

Tasha Vogel
Temperature Changes in Snow [|Snow Temperature] Students in this lesson learn as snow changes to a liquid, the temperature also changes. Students will go outside (in winter) and collect snow in their container. They will place a thermometer in their container and take the temperature. Students will then go inside with their containers, and record that changes in the temperature over a period of time until the snow changes to water. Grade Level: K-2

Karrie Thomas [|Zeolites] This lesson talks about zeolites and their use in stopping toxic waste from leaking. Students will listen to a science update and then have to research a variety of websites and resources to answer several questions. There are also some interactive websites and games students can look at for more information. Grade level: 5-8

[|Water Temperature] Jill Opie What Affects Water Temperature? Students will explore factors that affect water temperature and how water temperature affects the water quality of streams (specifically dissolved oxygen) and the aquatic organisms that live in the streams. Students will consider the effects of urban runoff, seasonal fluctuation, dams, as well as other factors. This site was created by the Water Action Volunteers, an organization that monitors local streams in Wisconsin. There are downloadable fact sheets and a training video for testing water temperature. Grades 6 - 12

Eric Neils Discover Wonderful Water [|Discover Wonderful Water] Students will learn about the different forms of water through a rhyming story that features a character named Morphie Raindrop. Students will learn about the states of water and how living things need and are affected by water. The lesson is meant to have cross-curricular dimensions adding language, music, art and math to science. Grade Level: 2

Toni Adams [|Music and Sound Video] This video is used to introduce students to the study of sound. In this video, students observe the inquiry activity of two girls and their quest to make musical instruments from simple objects. Grade Level: 3-5

Nicole Welter More about Matter (Lesson & Video) [|Solids, Liquids & Gases] An animated video is used to introduce the differences between solids, liquids, and gases. Students participate in an activity to demonstrate their understanding of how molecules behave differently in solids, liquids, and gases. Grade Level: 3-5

Courtney Hartmann Magnets [|Magnets] This lesson is designed to show students that a magnetic field can pass through items such as tape. Students will learn that barriers and distance can vary the strength of a magnet. Grade level: K-4

Grace Pellegrino __What is Electricity?__ by Lisa Trembauer (Literature) [|What is Electricity?] This book is full of pictures and factual information about electricity. It explains how electricity is made and its importance. It provides real-life examples of how electricity is present in our daily lives. This book would be perfect to incorporate into a guided reading group to combine both science and English language arts. Grades: K-2

Kaitra Becker Meet the Elements [|Elements Video Clip] This very catchy song introduces the elements from the periodic table. It gives visuals of everyday things and what elements they are made up of, either alone or when combined. It is a fun way to introduce elements and show the influential role they play in life. Grades: 6-8

Ann Perteet Source Title: The Science of Imagineering Source Link: [] This is a video that can be used to evoke excitement and interest in students about electricity and friction. The video is full of fun disney experiences that includes rides, enchanting shows and exhibits. Students are able to connect science with what they may be interested in. The video is a depiction of science that may lead to imaginative creativity and exploration at almost any grade level depending on task.

Range of appropriate grade levels: 1st - 12th

Jen Salzman Speed and Ecceleration [|Eclip] [|**NASA's Real World: Preparing for a Soft Landing**] introduces students to NASA's plans to return to the moon. Thinking and acting like scientists and engineers, students design and build models representing Orion. Students calculate the speed and acceleration of the models during test flights. Grades 6-8

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