4th Grade Earth Sciences Activities

Water Fun Facts(World Water Day!) Interactive Notebook Activity

By Gail Hennessey

World Water Day is March 22. Use this freebie to give to students which includes several fill in the blanks and You Turn ideas.

Check out these related resources:

Studying the ocean? Looking for a resource for Earth Day or World Ocean Day? Introduce your students to Jacques Cousteau with this informative Reader's Theater Script. Oceanographer, photographer, scientist, inventor, writer and filmmaker, Cousteau spent his life studying the oceans and the marine life that lived in the oceans. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series where Jacques Cousteau is a guest on her talk show and answers questions of her studio audience. There are 10 audience questioners, a Did You Know? section, comprehension questions, a teacher section with extension activities, links and the key: Jacques Cousteau, A Reader's Theater Script

  1. Exploring the Ocean Blue: A Web quest, will introduce students to our oceans. There are nine informative web questions. Fun Facts, comprehension questions,extension activities and links are also provided as is the key. Exploring the Oceans, A Webquest

3. Learn about Earth Day and our planet Earth, with this informative web quest! In 2018, the theme for Earth Day is “Environmental and Climate Literacy”. Although this resource could be used for Earth Day, it really could be used throughout the year. There are 15 web questions as well as comprehension questions and a Did You Know? fun fact section. The teacher page includes extension activities, the key, and additional links. Earth Day, A Webquest

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Outdoor Learning Summer Activity Packet

By West Coast Indigenous Teacher

This FREE summer activity packet features two fun summer bucket list activities, nature bingo and a literacy alphabet activity! From painting rocks, making popsicles to stargazing nights, the possibilities are endless! Dive into the wonders of nature with our engaging Nature Bingo game, where exploration meets education. Plus, spark curiosity with our Nature Alphabet Activity, blending literacy and the great outdoors seamlessly. Whether you're exploring the backyard or venturing into the wilderness, our packet promises fun-filled learning experiences for all ages. Gear up for a summer of discovery and memories that will last a lifetime! Join my email list for more fun activities.

Page 1: Summer Bucket List version 1

Page 2: Summer Bucket List version 2

Page 3: Summer Bucket List - make your own version

Page 4-5: Nature Bingo version 2

Page 6-7: Nature Alphabet Activity

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EARTH DAY FREEBIE: Possible Interactive Notebook Activity

By Gail Hennessey

Check out my Interactive Notebook Activity Freebie on Earth Day Fun Facts. Includes several extension activities, links for teachers.

You may find these resources of interest:

1. Exploring the Ocean Blue: A Web quest, will introduce students to our oceans. There are nine informative web questions. Fun Facts, comprehension questions,extension activities and links are also provided as is the key. Can be used as part of a unit on oceans, for Earth Day, World Ocean Day or as an activity for a Friday, before a vacation break or as an end of the year activity. This can be a one day class resource or used for a couple of days depending on whether the activities(creative writing/art work/online simulation games, etc.) are used with the students.Exploring the Ocean Blue: A Webquest/Activities

2. Studying the ocean? Looking for a resource for Earth Day or World Ocean Day? Introduce your students to Jacques Cousteau with this informative Reader's Theater Script. Oceanographer, photographer, scientist, inventor, writer and filmmaker, Cousteau spent his life studying the oceans and the marine life that lived in the oceans. His books and films on his studies sparked much interest in our oceans and created an awareness about the need for marine conservation.

Jacques Cousteau: A Reader's Theater Script

3. Check out my web quest on The Blue Planet: NOT JUST FOR EARTH DAY.Learn about the history of Earth Day and, our planet, EARTH, with informative web quest. There are 14 web questions as well as comprehension questions and a Did You Know? fun fact section. The teacher page includes extension activities, the key, and additional links: The Blue Planet: A Webquest(Great for Earth Day)

4. Antarctica!Geographical web quest which introduces kids to the continent of Antarctica. There are 10 web quests, 14 Did You Know? facts, comprehension questions, a teacher page with a number of extension activities, additional links and key.https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Antarctica-A-Webquest-2389374</a> Check out my Arctic Geographic web quest, too!

4. Geographical web quest which introduces kids to the region of the Earth known as the Arctic. There are 14 web quests(with lots of information in the questions), Did You Know? facts, comprehension questions(including several "thought question"), a teacher page with a number of extension activities, additional links and key. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Arctic-Learn-about-the-ArcticWebquest-Distance-Learning-2889672

5. Learn about Rachel Carson with this Reader's Theater Script: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Rachel-Carson-A-Readers-Theater-Script-3071478?st=09d45b1cfc736fdc8714f0a5b8573474

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Elephant Fun Facts! Possible Interactive Notebook Activity

By Gail Hennessey

August 12th is World Elephant Day. Save the Elephant Day is April 16th. Use this information to share facts about elephants with kids. There are also several extension activities as well as links you may find of interest.

Possible Interactive Notebook Activity.

Check out my Elephant Safari Webquest: Elephants! A Webquest

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Elephant Fun Facts! Possible Interactive Notebook Activity

By Gail Hennessey

August 12th is World Elephant Day. Save the Elephant Day is April 16th. Use this information to share facts about elephants with kids. There are also several extension activities as well as links you may find of interest.

Possible Interactive Notebook Activity.

Check out my Elephant Safari Webquest: Elephants! A Webquest

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RHINO FUN FACTS (FREEBIE)

By Gail Hennessey

Fun facts about the Rhino with several extension activities.

Save the Rhino Day is May 1st!

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EARTH DAY FREEBIE: Possible Interactive Notebook Activity

By Gail Hennessey

Check out my Interactive Notebook Activity Freebie on Earth Day Fun Facts. Includes several extension activities, links for teachers.

You may find these resources of interest:

1. Exploring the Ocean Blue: A Web quest, will introduce students to our oceans. There are nine informative web questions. Fun Facts, comprehension questions,extension activities and links are also provided as is the key. Can be used as part of a unit on oceans, for Earth Day, World Ocean Day or as an activity for a Friday, before a vacation break or as an end of the year activity. This can be a one day class resource or used for a couple of days depending on whether the activities(creative writing/art work/online simulation games, etc.) are used with the students.Exploring the Ocean Blue: A Webquest/Activities

2. Studying the ocean? Looking for a resource for Earth Day or World Ocean Day? Introduce your students to Jacques Cousteau with this informative Reader's Theater Script. Oceanographer, photographer, scientist, inventor, writer and filmmaker, Cousteau spent his life studying the oceans and the marine life that lived in the oceans. His books and films on his studies sparked much interest in our oceans and created an awareness about the need for marine conservation.

Jacques Cousteau: A Reader's Theater Script

3. Check out my web quest on The Blue Planet: NOT JUST FOR EARTH DAY.Learn about the history of Earth Day and, our planet, EARTH, with informative web quest. There are 14 web questions as well as comprehension questions and a Did You Know? fun fact section. The teacher page includes extension activities, the key, and additional links: The Blue Planet: A Webquest(Great for Earth Day)

4. Antarctica!Geographical web quest which introduces kids to the continent of Antarctica. There are 10 web quests, 14 Did You Know? facts, comprehension questions, a teacher page with a number of extension activities, additional links and key.https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Antarctica-A-Webquest-2389374</a> Check out my Arctic Geographic web quest, too!

4. Geographical web quest which introduces kids to the region of the Earth known as the Arctic. There are 14 web quests(with lots of information in the questions), Did You Know? facts, comprehension questions(including several "thought question"), a teacher page with a number of extension activities, additional links and key. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Arctic-Learn-about-the-ArcticWebquest-Distance-Learning-2889672

5. Learn about Rachel Carson with this Reader's Theater Script: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Rachel-Carson-A-Readers-Theater-Script-3071478?st=09d45b1cfc736fdc8714f0a5b8573474

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Water Fun Facts(World Water Day!) Interactive Notebook Activity

By Gail Hennessey

World Water Day is March 22. Use this freebie to give to students which includes several fill in the blanks and You Turn ideas.

Check out these related resources:

Studying the ocean? Looking for a resource for Earth Day or World Ocean Day? Introduce your students to Jacques Cousteau with this informative Reader's Theater Script. Oceanographer, photographer, scientist, inventor, writer and filmmaker, Cousteau spent his life studying the oceans and the marine life that lived in the oceans. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series where Jacques Cousteau is a guest on her talk show and answers questions of her studio audience. There are 10 audience questioners, a Did You Know? section, comprehension questions, a teacher section with extension activities, links and the key: Jacques Cousteau, A Reader's Theater Script

  1. Exploring the Ocean Blue: A Web quest, will introduce students to our oceans. There are nine informative web questions. Fun Facts, comprehension questions,extension activities and links are also provided as is the key. Exploring the Oceans, A Webquest

3. Learn about Earth Day and our planet Earth, with this informative web quest! In 2018, the theme for Earth Day is “Environmental and Climate Literacy”. Although this resource could be used for Earth Day, it really could be used throughout the year. There are 15 web questions as well as comprehension questions and a Did You Know? fun fact section. The teacher page includes extension activities, the key, and additional links. Earth Day, A Webquest

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RHINO FUN FACTS (FREEBIE)

By Gail Hennessey

Fun facts about the Rhino with several extension activities.

Save the Rhino Day is May 1st!

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WATERCYCLE BUNDLE

By SOWMYA SUGUMARAN

Water Cycle bundle includes:

  1. 5 page flip book
  2. Vocabulary word search
  3. Multiple choice/True or False/Fill the blank Quiz
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Weather Activities for Kids Weather Printable Worksheets for Kids

By Playful Sunflower

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!

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Weather vs. Climate Digital Sort Activity and Google Form Quiz

By Fifth Grade Mathematicians

Looking for a fun way to help your students master Weather vs. Climate? Look no further! This 6 question Google Slides drag and drop sorting activity can be easily uploaded into Google Classroom or printed to use with journals in a cut and glue activity. The 10 question Google Form quick check can be used for a grade to assess whether your students mastered the skill. This resource follows NC Standard Course of Study Science Standard ESS.5.1, but I think it could work well in other grades too!

What's included:

  • 6 question Google Slides drag and drop activity (printable and digital)
  • 10 question Google Form quick check assessment
  • Answer Key

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High and Low Pressure Systems Digital Sort Activity and Google Form Quiz

By Fifth Grade Mathematicians

Looking for a fun way to help your students master Pressure Systems (high pressure and low pressure)? Look no further! This 6 question Google Slides drag and drop sorting activity can be easily uploaded into Google Classroom or printed to use with journals in a cut and glue activity. The 10 question Google Form quick check can be used for a grade to assess whether your students mastered the skill. This resource follows NC Standard Course of Study Science Standard ESS.5.1, but I think it could work well in other grades too!

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  • 6 question Google Slides drag and drop activity (printable and digital)
  • 10 question Google Form quick check assessment

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Earth Day Activity | Find Someone Who Bingo Game | Editable

By KJ Inspired Resources

Celebrate Earth Day with this Find Someone Who printable game! This activity makes a great icebreaker, morning meeting activity or brain break activity in your kindergarten, first grade, second grade, third grade, fourth grade and fifth grade classes. Students will walk around the room and try to find classmates that fit into various Earth Day themed categories, such as "find someone who has planted a tree before."

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What's included:

  • 1 Find Someone Who worksheet with 16 boxes for students to fill in
  • Editable Google Slides file (option with and without clipart)

Some examples included:

  • Find someone who turns off the water when brushing their teeth.
  • Find someone who uses a reusable cup at school.
  • Find someone who has created something with recycled materials.

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Science Choice Boards: Distance Learning

By Abigail J McClellan

These Science Choice Boards are a must if you are doing Distance Learning! They come with 18 unique prompts/activities for students!! This product includes two separate Science Choice Boards for Distance Learning with 9 choices per page for a total of 18 choices.

These activities were created for Distance Learning opportunities but it can also be used in class. The choices are excellent for a wide array of student learning styles that can be easily modified. All teachers have to do is email, post, upload, or share this PDF with students and tell them how many prompts they should complete. Distance Learning made EASY!

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Grassland Habitat Newsletter | Nonfiction Research | Close Reading +Animal

By Veronica Reyes

This grasslands newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration. Tailored for students at various educational levels, this newsletter serves as a gateway to a treasure trove of research materials, cutting-edge studies, and scholarly insights. It's the go-to source for those seeking reliable and relevant information to enhance their research endeavors.


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All About Deserts: Engaging Word Search Activity for Grades K-6

By SheetHub

Discover the wonders of the desert with this fun and educational All About Deserts Word Search! Perfect for students in grades K-6, this activity helps build essential vocabulary and spelling skills while exploring the unique characteristics of desert ecosystems. From desert wildlife to hardy plants and extreme climates, students will engage with terms that introduce them to one of the world’s most fascinating biomes.

This word search is great for use in the classroom, as an activity for early finishers, or as a take-home assignment to reinforce learning.

What’s Included:

  • 4 different word searches covering desert animals, plants, climate, and famous deserts around the world.
  • Words from 3 to 12 letters, adaptable for different learning levels.
  • Answer key to make checking fast and easy.

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This All About Deserts Word Search combines learning with fun, providing an engaging way for students to explore the desert biome. Ideal for reinforcing vocabulary, spelling, and geography lessons, this resource will enhance students’ understanding of desert ecosystems and their adaptability. Suitable for grades K-6, it’s a versatile addition to your classroom or homeschool curriculum!

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Herbivores, Carnivores, Omnivores Boom Card Set

By Rachel Thiry

Practice determing whether an organism is a herbivore, carnivore, or omnivore.

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Endangered or Extinct Animals Worksheet Coloring Activity Print and Go!

By Teacher Ever Creative

Reinforce learners' understanding of identifying endangered and extinct animals by working through this worksheet. This resource is great for helping learners identify endangered and extinct animals, making it an excellent supplement for Earth Day, Science, and ELA resources.

The worksheet is straightforward, easy to use, and effective for all learners, including those in special education (SPED).

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Grassland Habitat Newsletter | Nonfiction Research | Close Reading +Animal

By Veronica Reyes

This grasslands newsletter is a comprehensive and student-friendly nonfiction research newsletter designed to empower students with valuable resources for academic exploration. Tailored for students at various educational levels, this newsletter serves as a gateway to a treasure trove of research materials, cutting-edge studies, and scholarly insights. It's the go-to source for those seeking reliable and relevant information to enhance their research endeavors.


Key Features:

  1. Student-Centric Content: Recognizing the unique needs of students, our newsletter focuses on content that is not only academically rigorous but also accessible and engaging. We bridge the gap between complex research and student comprehension, making it easier for learners to incorporate cutting-edge information into their work.

Other individual habitat research newsletters can be purchased here:

-Desert

-Arctic

-Forest

-Ocean

Or the BUNDLE --> here <--

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