Science Skills Unit, Lab Safety, Magnification, SI System, Scientific Method

This 5-Part Unit is a thoughtfully designed package of 30 lessons (50 minutes each) with 67 pages of printable and editable work bundles. It provides science teachers with all the tools needed to deliver a dynamic and interactive curriculum. Packed with hands-on activities, interactive slideshows, quizzes, games, and more, this unit focuses on essential Science Skills and engaging STEM learning.

Key Features of the Unit

• Chronologically Aligned Work Bundles: Students follow along with interactive slideshows to fill in notes, answer questions, and participate in engaging activities.

• Hands-On Activities: Includes building a mini fire extinguisher, exploring pond life under microscopes, SI conversions, density calculations, and STEM-focused investigations like crime scene analysis.

• Engaging Assessments: Quizzes, games, and review activities are built into each part to solidify understanding.

• Customizable Resources: Fully editable and compatible with Google Classroom, allowing teachers to adapt materials to suit their teaching style.

• Comprehensive Support: Includes answer keys, video links, detailed activity directions, crosswords, and more to streamline lesson preparation.

Breakdown of Parts

Part 1: Lab Safety & Magnification (7 Lessons, 17-Page Work Bundle)

• Covers lab safety, light properties, magnification, and microscopy.

• Activities include building a mini fire extinguisher and a pond life study.

• Includes quizzes on lab safety and microscope parts.

Part 2: SI Units and Metric System (6 Lessons, 12-Page Work Bundle)

• Introduces the International System of Units (SI) and metric system conversions.

• Explores mass, temperature, time, and velocity through hands-on practice.

Part 3: Metric System Base Units (6 Lessons, 11-Page Work Bundle)

• Focuses on prefixes, base units, and measuring quantities like mass, temperature, and distance.

• Concludes with a 20-question review game with fun bonuses.

Part 4: Volume and Density (5 Lessons, 10-Page Work Bundle)

• Teaches students to measure volume and density, including water displacement for irregular objects.

• Features an optional activity to calculate the density of a student.

Part 5: Scientific Method & Observation (8 Lessons, 16-Page Work Bundle)

• Covers the scientific method, variables, control groups, and hypothesis creation.

• Includes activities like building a LEGO vehicle, graphing exercises, and a STEM-focused crime scene investigation.

Transform Your Classroom with Engaging STEM Lessons

This Science Skills & Atoms Unit is an exceptional resource for science teachers who want to deliver engaging, hands-on lessons that inspire curiosity and critical thinking. Designed for middle school and early high school, this comprehensive unit simplifies lesson planning while equipping students with foundational science skills and an introduction to the periodic table. With editable materials, interactive slideshows, and exciting activities, this unit is perfect for fostering a love of science and preparing students for STEM success.

Explore each part of this unit today and revolutionize your science teaching with these carefully crafted resources!