1st Grade General Science Centers

Students will learn about weather systems, temperature and how to prepare for weather emergencies. This Unit supports the Next Generation Science Standards.

The “Science Kids” series is intended to help teachers implement developmentally appropriate, hands-on science activities for children in Preschool, Kindergarten and the early grades. The activities in these packets are based on the scientific method and encourage inquiry-based learning. All activities can be differentiated to meet the needs of your students.

As they work through the experiments in this packet, students will explore the following concepts:

1. The weather changes.

2. Weather includes cloud cover, wind, precipitation and temperature.

3. The sun warms the Earth.

4. We can use tools to measure the weather.

5. The weather determines some of our actions and activities.

Activities include:

* “What do we wear?” (Clothing for different weather conditions)

* “Temperature” (Make a working thermometer)

* “The sun warms the earth”

* “Cloud in a Jar”

* “Make it Rain”

* “Make a Rain Gauge”

* “Make a Rainbow”

* “Will the Wind Blow It?”

* “Make a Pinwheel”

* “Artificial Snow”

* “Emergency Weather Situations” (Tornado, hurricane and snowstorm)

* “I am a Weather Forecaster”

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Use these task cards as a tool to reinforce your students’ understanding of the types of consumers (carnivore, herbivore and omnivore). Students will read each card, use the clues to identify if the animal is a carnivore, herbivore, or omnivore, and record the answer on the recording sheet. This resource can also be used for a sorting activity, with a sorting sheet included. Available in digital version (Google slides), perfect for interactive digital assignment for your students.

Ways to Use Type of Consumers Task Cards

• Center / Station rotation
• Scoot activity
• Sorting activity
• Classroom game
• Formative assessment
• Group activity
• Digital learning

Includes:

• 28 task cards- with clues - Printable and Digital (Google slides)
• Recording sheet
• Sorting sheet
• Teacher's guide

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• Sorting: Carnivores, Herbivores and Omnivores Sorting
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Using these science phenomena digital-ready photos are a great way to introduce many of the NGSS. There are 17 different photos; with at least one per standard. The standards are listed at the top of each sheet. Pick and choose what you want. Using this strategy with students creates a routine way of thinking. It requires them to observe, think, and wonder!

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Your students will have a blast learning about adult and baby animals with these hands-on animals and babies activities for kindergarten! This printable contains adorable real photos of adult and baby animals. Including both wild and farm animals, they make the perfect addition for your kindergarten science centers. This bundle contains 8 printables and activities including matching games, puzzles, posters, labels and graphic organizers. Each activity will help learners to associate the young one with its respective parent. For a detailed look at all activities included in this resource, please see the preview above.

The bundle is split into wild and farm animals due to the number of animals included. For a complete list of animals included check the list at the bottom of the description.

The activities and printables included in this bundle are:

- Flashcards

- Picture and Label Cards

- Posters

- Puzzles

- What Goes Together?

- Dominoes

- Memory Game

- Labels and Graphic Organizers

How to use: Adult and Baby Animals Science Activities for Kindergarten

The center activities are best used when printed on cardstock and/or laminated. You can choose to implement these centers in an independent way or use them with small-groups.

All the photos are real life photos. The baby animal photos are absolutely adorable and learners will simply love these photos!

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Farm Animals included are:

• Sheep (lamb)
• Goat (kid)
• Cow (calf)
• Dog (puppy)
• Horse (foal)
• Chicken (chick)
• Goose (gosling)
• Duck (duckling)
• Pig (piglet)
• Donkey (foal)
• Rabbit (kit)
• Cat (kitten)
• Rat (pup)
• Cockatoo (chick)
• Guinea pig (pup)
• Ferret (kit)
• Frog (tadpole)
• Squirrel (kit)
• Turkey (poult)
• Camel (foal)

Wild Animals included are:

• Tiger (cub)
• Lion (cub)
• Elephant (calf)
• Polar Bear (cub)
• Cheetah (cub)
• Panda (cub)
• Fox (cub)
• Crocodile (hatchling)
• Leopard (cub)
• Hippo (calf)
• Rhinoceros (calf)
• Hedgehog (hoglet)
• Raccoon (kit)
• Seal (pup)
• Deer (fawn)
• Herring gull (chick)
• Giraffe (calf)
• Zebra (foal)
• Sea lion (pup)
• Hyena (cub)
• Penguin (chick)
• Vulture (chick)

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Get students thinking about National Preparedness Month (September) with these writing activities that include black and white images for coloring. Handouts include: What is an: earthquake, fire, flood, hurricane, tornado Tips for Survival Emergency Alert Response and its 3 initials Beach Warning Flags and meaning Fire Warning Chart and meaning Homeland Security Warning and levels Don't Drown, Turn Around musical activity My Emergency Code My Fire Escape Plan Hurricane Preparedness Activity My Emergency Contact List Excellent for use as discussion starters for National Preparedness Month! Reviewing this information might save lives!

Are you looking for a fun, easy, and engaging activity to teach your students about the constellations? Students are naturally curious about the night sky and will enjoy learning about the various constellations using this engaging activity. Have your students complete these easy cut-and-paste activities after learning about some of the popular constellations. This product has students match 13 different constellation pictures to their names. I included an answer key or you could use this as a mini-poster to discuss the constellations. You will also receive an answer key along with some fun facts about constellations.

You will receive the following:

-Cut and paste the constellations' names next to the picture of the constellation

-Mini poster/ answer key

-Overview of constellations (Fun Facts)

-Three pages explaining some facts about each constellation.

You can find this activity in my Science Interactive Notebook for Kindergarten and First Grade. Be sure to check out this product as it includes many of the standards for Next Generation Science.

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Review students' knowledge of renewable and nonrenewable resources with this fun sorting activity!

Students will sort the pictures based on whether the object in the picture is a renewable resource or a nonrenewable resource.

This visible thinking sheet will allow your students to track their thinking process during any scientific experiment and write down what they have noticed and what they found out. You can use it for experiments of different purposes. It can also be used as a science center reflection sheet.

This 5 Senses Classification Game offers a playful way to help kids learn about the five senses by matching elements with their corresponding sense. Ideal for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners, a fantastic tool for both homeschoolers and classroom settings. Perfect for preschool science or human body lessons, this printable activity will not only educate but also entertain your child as they explore the senses. Grab this easy and fun educational resource today and watch your students or little ones enjoy learning!

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- 9 pages to print

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- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)

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This is the perfect activity woorksheets to supplement a nutrition unit.

This healthy and unhealthy food sort can be done as a whole group activity or in small groups.

This product contains:

- Color Healthy food

- Cut and paste

- Category Sort

- puzzle

- mark the correct option

- creat my healthy plate ( cut and paste )

Teaching Science/Sound Science through fun activities. Students will have a great time searching for the 50 hidden words.

Components:

- 2 Word Searches in ink

- 2 Word Searches in color

- 2 Word Search Solutions in ink

- 2 Word Search Solutions in color

“Science Word Search: Sound” Word List:

Page 1: ABSORB, AIR, AMPLIFIER, AMPLITUDE, AUDIBLE RANGE, COMMUNICATE, COMPRESSION, CONDUCTOR, CREST, CYCLE, DIRECTION, DISTANCE, EAR CANAL, EARDRUM, ECHO, ENERGY, FREQUENCY, HEAR, HERTZ, HIGH, INFRASOUND, LENGTH, LONGITUDINAL, LOUD, LOW

Page 2: MEDIUM, MATTER, MOLECULE, INSULATOR, PARTICLE, PERIOD, PITCH, PROTECT, RAREFACTION, PRESSURE, REFLECT, SOFT, SOUND WAVE, SPEED, SURFACE, TIME, TONE, TRANSMIT, TRAVEL, TROUGH, ULTRASOUND, VELOCITY, VIBRATION, VOLUME, WAVELENGTH

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Science Word Search: Trees

Science Word Search: Vegetable

Science Word Search: Animal Unit

Science Word Search: Animal Facts

Science Word Search: Amphibian Facts

Science Word Search: Arachnid Facts

Science Word Search: Bird Facts

Science Word Search: Fish Facts

Science Word Search: Insect Mini Bundle

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Science Word Search: Insect Names

Science Word Search: Bees

Science Word Search: Butterflies

Science Word Search: Ladybugs

Science Word Search: Mammal Facts

Science Word Search: Bats

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Science Word Search: Whales

Science Word Search: Wolf

Science Word Search: Reptile Facts

Science Word Search: Environment Unit

Science Word Search: Environment

Science Word Search: Caves

Science Word Search: Coral Reef

Science Word Search: Desert

Science Word Search: Marshes and Swamps

Science Word Search: Rain Forest

Science Word Search: Recycle

Science Word Search: Weather Unit

Science Word Search: Hurricanes

Science Word Search: Rain

Science Word Search: Snow

Science Word Search: Tornadoes

Science Word Search: Water Cycle

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Holiday Word Search: Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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Holiday Word Search: Presidents' Day

Holiday Word Search: Ramadan

Holiday Word Search: St. Patrick's Day

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Character Education Word Search: Character Education 7 in 1

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This is the perfect activity woorksheets to supplement a nutrition unit.

This healthy and unhealthy food sort can be done as a whole group activity or in small groups.

This product contains:

- Color Healthy food

- Cut and paste

- Category Sort

- puzzle

- mark the correct option

- creat my healthy plate ( cut and paste )

Welcome to our Weather Printable Worksheets for Kids PDF, featuring a captivating activity designed to make learning about weather exciting and interactive.

Activity: "Weather Match-Up"

In this engaging activity, children will have the opportunity to match different weather conditions to their corresponding illustrations. The worksheet will display various weather scenarios, such as sunny, rainy, cloudy, snowy, and windy days, each represented by colorful and visually appealing graphics.

The objective is simple: Your little meteorologists will use their observational skills and knowledge of weather patterns to identify and connect each weather condition with the appropriate picture. As they complete the match-up, they'll reinforce their understanding of different weather elements and gain confidence in recognizing the visual cues associated with each type of weather.

This activity is not only educational but also fun, as children embark on a weather-themed adventure. They'll learn to differentiate between various weather conditions, expanding their vocabulary and comprehension of the world around them.

The Weather Match-Up activity is thoughtfully crafted to suit young learners' needs and interests, making it an ideal addition to any classroom lesson, homeschooling session, or a fun and educational activity at home. It encourages curiosity and critical thinking, fostering a love for science and the natural world.

Printable and easy to access, this Weather Printable Worksheet for Kids PDF promises to provide hours of enjoyment and learning as your child explores the fascinating realm of weather and its many wonders!

These cards are great for introducing students to animals from all over the world! Low prep...just print, cut, and laminate. Perfect for writing centers, flash cards or word walls! Included are animals from the dessert, the farm, the rainforest, the ocean, the pond, and the forest, as well as household pets and animals specific to Australia, Asia, and Africa. A total of 130 animals are featured on these vocab/word wall cards! This set also includes a write and wipe version of the cards so you can laminate them and use them in writing centers! This gives you a total of 130 animal vocab cards and 130 write and wipe cards. Please fully download the preview to get an idea of which animals are included...many are unique animals not found in other sets! Looking for other vocabulary cards? Need vocab words that you don't see below? Click here to let me know what you're looking for and I'll add it to my to do list! Vocabulary/Word Wall Cards Endless Bundle with FREE Updates for Life *ALL vocab sets for 30% or more off* Spring Holiday Vocabulary Cards Weather Vocabulary Cards Four Seasons Vocabulary Cards Winter Sports Vocabulary Cards Christmas Nativity Vocabulary Cards Winter Holiday Vocabulary Cards More coming soon... ***************************************************************************** Before you go... Follow me to be the first to know about discounts, sales, and new products! Get credit to use on your next purchase • Leave feedback for any purchases you've made and TeachShare will give you a credit toward your next purchase! Plus, feedback helps me make better products tailored to what my customers are looking for. *****************************************************************************

I used this resource to help to introduce our weather calendar to my second graders. This resource introduces students to the different weather and temperature symbols that will be used on our calendar and the duties of our class meteorologist.

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Are you ready to ignite the spark of scientific curiosity in your young learners? Look no further than our comprehensive resource, "Science Explorers: Hands-On Experiments for Young Minds." Designed specifically for first-grade students, this collection of engaging and educational experiments is perfect for igniting a passion for science and fostering a love of discovery.

With a total of fifteen captivating experiments, this resource provides a diverse range of hands-on activities that cover various scientific concepts. Each experiment is carefully crafted to be age-appropriate, ensuring an accessible and enjoyable learning experience for young minds. From exploring buoyancy and magnetism to witnessing the power of static electricity and chemical reactions, these experiments offer a well-rounded introduction to fundamental scientific principles.

Imagine the excitement as students observe a floating egg, create rain in a jar, make balloons fly, or discover the wonders of a lemon volcano. They will witness mesmerizing rainbow patterns in milk, explore the effects of salt on melting ice, and even engineer their own aluminum foil boats to hold as many pennies as possible without sinking. The resource also includes experiments that delve into the world of plants, encouraging students to nurture their green thumbs.

Each experiment is accompanied by clear step-by-step instructions, materials lists, and explanations of the scientific concepts at play. With safety considerations in mind, we have included appropriate supervision guidelines and encouraged responsible experimentation throughout.

"Science Explorers: Hands-On Experiments for Young Minds" is not just a collection of experiments; it's an invitation to engage, question, and discover the wonders of the scientific world. It encourages active learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while fostering a sense of awe and excitement in young learners.

Whether you are an educator seeking to enhance your classroom curriculum or a parent looking for engaging activities to do at home, this resource is your go-to companion for hands-on scientific exploration. Empower your first-grade students to become budding scientists as they embark on a thrilling journey of discovery with "Science Explorers: Hands-On Experiments for Young Minds."

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This is an activity with TWELVE Animal Homes puzzles for students to color and cut apart. My students absolutely love this type of puzzle! I've also included a color version of each puzzle to show as examples, or print and cut apart for a center activity.

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Needs of Animals worksheets and activities.

fun activities for kids to learn about animal needs.

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This cute and easy product is ideal for teaching about Living Vs. Non-Living. It includes a graphic organizer sheet as well as a page that includes various living and non-living picture choices. Students will cut these living and non-living clip art images out and glue them into the graphic organizer. There are 8 living things and 8 non-living things. This product also comes with an answer key for your convenience.

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Recording sheets for your students to use while they are using microscopes to make observations. One set of sheets has spaces for your students to draw a picture that they see with the microscope. This is available with and without directions (Preview pages 1 and 2) The other set of sheets has space for your students to draw what the specimen looks like with just their eyes and using the microscope to compare the differences.