5061 science results | sort by:
return to subject listing
Mystery Animal - Google Creative Lab
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Play Mystery Animal using 20 questions to find out if you can guess the animal. Allow the site to access your device's microphone to play and ask questions one a ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Play Mystery Animal using 20 questions to find out if you can guess the animal. Allow the site to access your device's microphone to play and ask questions one a time. Mystery Animal answers your question with up to 20 opportunities to guess the correct animal.
tag(s): animals (322), questioning (37)
In the Classroom
Share Mystery Animal on your interactive whiteboard for use as a 5-10 minute transition during class time. Discuss different techniques for choosing questions to help narrow down possibilities with your students. If your class is preparing to do animal research, use Mystery Animal as an entertaining way to choose animals for individual student reports. After completing research, use an online tool like Sway, reviewed here, for students to present what they learned about their animal.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Welcome to ASCEVille - American Society of Civil Engineers
Grades
3 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Learn about civil engineering through games, timelines, and career descriptions at ASCEVille. View a timeline of civil engineering projects beginning with dams built in 2850 BCE (BC)...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Learn about civil engineering through games, timelines, and career descriptions at ASCEVille. View a timeline of civil engineering projects beginning with dams built in 2850 BCE (BC) up to modern road and transit systems. Find your dream job through career descriptions and interviews with civil engineers. At the Just For Fun link try your hand at some engineering challenges like The Skyscraper Challenge and Shapes Lab. Don't miss the section for parents and educators loaded with many resources and activities for learning about careers in civil engineering.
tag(s): architecture (85), bridges (13), earthquakes (50), engineering (133), forces (49), STEM (187), transportation (45)
In the Classroom
Share information from this site as part of career or STEM lessons. Include games and resources on your class website for students to access. Ask students to create a simple, one-page website sharing career information using an easy webpage creation tool like Carrd, reviewed here. Have students research careers in civil engineering, then share their information in an infographic using Canva, reviewed here. Canva's infographic creator includes many templates and allows users to customize content including images, backgrounds, and design. After researching careers and engineering accomplishments, have students use a tool like Google My Maps, reviewed here, to create virtual field trips to engineering accomplishments around the globe.
This resource requires Adobe Flash.
Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
KoiKiwi - Ecological Games For Smart Kids - KoiKiwi.com
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This site from New Zealand provides many different games focused on the environment and ecology. Select from various titles such as Electric Car Race and Catch the Rubbish. Each activity...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This site from New Zealand provides many different games focused on the environment and ecology. Select from various titles such as Electric Car Race and Catch the Rubbish. Each activity includes a suggested age level and level of difficulty. Be sure to read the directions for how to play the games and earn points.
tag(s): earth day (105), ecology (137), forests (33), pollution (66), ponds (9), recycling (62)
In the Classroom
Select games from this site to include with Earth Day or environmental units. Include a link to games on classroom computers and your class website for students to access during learning centers or at home. Instead of using worksheets or short response quizzes, ask students to create an infographic sharing information learned during your science unit. Canva, reviewed here, offers easy to use templates for designing infographics. Collaborate with a classroom in a different state or country using Skype, reviewed here, to compare and contrast environmental issues found in your different locations. Continue your collaboration using FlipGrid, reviewed here, to create student video responses to essential questions raised during your ongoing discussions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Weather - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Explore this editor's choice list of resources related to the weather. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Explore this editor's choice list of resources related to the weather. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. There is also an additional link to all of TeachersFirst's resources tagged weather (over 200 additional resources to explore)!
tag(s): weather (201)
In the Classroom
If you can't find your ideal resource on the editor's choice page, check out the tagged resources list. Share the interactives on your projector. Use the content sites for deepening understanding prior to a test. Share this link on your class website for students to use both in and out of the classroom.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Ecology - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Uncover resources related to ecology. This curated list of resources will help you research information and deepen your understanding. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Uncover resources related to ecology. This curated list of resources will help you research information and deepen your understanding. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Be sure to try several sources. If you cannot find what you need here, you may want to try searching on TeachersFirst for specific keywords.
tag(s): ecology (137)
In the Classroom
Each review in this collection includes several classroom use ideas. Be sure to view the full review to see the classroom use ideas. These are excellent tools to use to study for the big test! Save (or bookmark) this list for students to use to review.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Universe and Space - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Find engaging tools related to the universe and space in this curated list. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Find engaging tools related to the universe and space in this curated list. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. There are some sites specifically for elementary grades, although most are for secondary. Read through the content sites and find lesson ideas and interactives. If you want to explore even more information, peruse the additional tagged list of resources related to space.
tag(s): space (225)
In the Classroom
If you are teaching about the universe and space, be sure to bookmark (or save) this collection. There are resources here for all grades, plus many extra tools on the tagged list. Share sites on your interactive whiteboard or projector. Provide the link on your class website for students to access both in and out of class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Moon Phases and Seasons - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This curated list of resources will help you research information about moon phases and the seasons. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This curated list of resources will help you research information about moon phases and the seasons. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Be sure to try several sources. Explore the lesson ideas, interactives, and content sites. If you are looking for even MORE resources, check out the links to the tagged resources for seasons and moon.
In the Classroom
Find resources for all grades with great ideas in each review! Share these sites on your interactive whiteboard or have students explore on individual devices. Use these tools for review before the test or for research options. Share the link to this page on your class website.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Human Body Systems - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This collection of resources will help you research information about human body systems. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This collection of resources will help you research information about human body systems. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Be sure to try several sources. If you cannot find what you need here, you may want to try searching on TeachersFirst for specific keywords.
tag(s): body systems (57), human body (132)
In the Classroom
This list also includes links to even more resources that are tagged human body and body systems. If you can't find an ideal tool on our list, search these additional provided topics. There are several device agnostic sites (available as both an app and on a web browser). These are ideal for the byod classroom.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Evolution - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Uncover resources related to evolution. Introduce your class to Darwin. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Uncover resources related to evolution. Introduce your class to Darwin. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Be sure to try several sources. We have included a mix of interactives, lesson ideas, content, and more.
In the Classroom
List these tools on your website for students to use for review and preparation for a test. Share the interactive sites on your projector with the class. Have students work in cooperative learning groups and investigate the sites.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Genetics - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
1 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Find engaging tools related to genetics in this curated list. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Find engaging tools related to genetics in this curated list. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Be sure to try several sources. Some resources offer lesson plans or activities, while others are basic content sites.
In the Classroom
List these tools on your website for students to use for review and preparation for a test. Share the interactive sites on your projector with the class. A few of these are device agnostic and available as both an app and on the web.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Energy, Force, and Motion - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Navigate this collection of resources to find information about energy, force, and motion. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Navigate this collection of resources to find information about energy, force, and motion. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Some of the sites also provide interactives or lesson plans/activities.
In the Classroom
Find energy, force, and motion resources for all grades. Activity and lesson ideas are included with each review.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Earth and Rock Cycle - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Teach your students about the earth and rock cycle with this collection of resources. There are sites here for all grades. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Teach your students about the earth and rock cycle with this collection of resources. There are sites here for all grades. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Don't miss the interactives!
tag(s): earth (224), rock cycle (11)
In the Classroom
This collection includes resources for all grades. Find appropriate activities for your class. Explore the lessons suggested. Find ideas in each review.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Chemical Reactions - Science Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This collection of science resources will help you research information about chemical reactions. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This collection of science resources will help you research information about chemical reactions. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Be sure to try several sources.
tag(s): chemicals (45)
In the Classroom
Use these tools and resources in a chemistry class or during a unit related to chemical reactions. Share the interactive sites on your projector with the class. List these tools on your website for students to use for review and preparation for a test. Read ideas for classroom integration in each resource's classroom use section.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
OK2Ask: Effective Feedback for Student Growth - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session from April 2018, opens in Adobe Connect. If you wonder how to use tech tools to give your students better feedback,...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session from April 2018, opens in Adobe Connect. If you wonder how to use tech tools to give your students better feedback, then this session is for you. Helpful feedback can come from a variety of sources. Learn to guide students in self-reflection and peer feedback. Use tech tools to facilitate teacher and community feedback. Help students understand the value of feedback from multiple sources and realize the growth potential of embracing both positive and negative responses. Participants will: 1. Learn components of effective feedback, 2. Explore methods for providing feedback to students; and 3. Plan for the instructional use of feedback mechanisms in the classroom. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): assessment (116)
In the Classroom
The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.
This resource requires Adobe Flash.
Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Standards Planner - MicroK12
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Create and organize lesson plans aligned to Common Core Standards with this free lesson planner. In addition to providing a lesson plan template, use the site's database to find and...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Create and organize lesson plans aligned to Common Core Standards with this free lesson planner. In addition to providing a lesson plan template, use the site's database to find and incorporate lessons from Khan Academy, CK12, and more. Collaborate with other teachers to share schedules and lessons. The Standards Planner also imports material directly from your Google Drive and Google Apps. After creating your account, follow prompts to drag and drop materials to develop lessons on your calendar.
tag(s): collaboration (27), commoncore (89), organizational skills (122)
In the Classroom
Use the lesson planner to plan Common Core-aligned lessons digitally, and as a resource for finding teaching material for your lessons. Take advantage of the collaborative features of this tool to lesson plan with peers and coordinate schedules. Choose the video tutorials found under your profile to learn more about the lesson planner and how to take advantage of its many features.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Venn Diagram Maker - Soft Schools
Grades
K to 12
2 Favorites
0 Comments
Create and practice using Venn Diagrams with the tools offered by Soft Schools. Choose the Venn Diagram maker to create diagrams or select the problems and games activities to interact...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Create and practice using Venn Diagrams with the tools offered by Soft Schools. Choose the Venn Diagram maker to create diagrams or select the problems and games activities to interact and practice using Venn Diagrams. Use the additional links to design and print two and three-part Venn Diagrams.
tag(s): charts and graphs (199), venn diagrams (18)
In the Classroom
Share a link to this site on classroom computers and your class website to use anytime when working with Venn Diagrams. Ask students to practice using Venn Diagrams using the interactive activities. Have students create their own prompts for classmates to complete a diagram. Have students use a video explainer tool like My Simpleshow, reviewed here, to demonstrate how to create and use Venn Diagrams.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Timeline Maker - Soft Schools
Grades
K to 12
4 Favorites
0 Comments
Generate a personalized timeline using Timeline Maker. Complete the table to include a title, number of events, and fill in the desired dates and corresponding activities. When complete,...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Generate a personalized timeline using Timeline Maker. Complete the table to include a title, number of events, and fill in the desired dates and corresponding activities. When complete, generate your timeline and print. To save your timeline, create a free account using your email and a password.
tag(s): timelines (57)
In the Classroom
Use the Timeline Maker to quickly create timelines to order events in stories, visualize and compare historic events or outline steps in a science experiment. Ask students to create a timeline then include it with written reports and presentations. Take a picture of timelines created to include in multimedia presentations using a tool like Adobe Spark, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Project Pals - Miriam Bogler and Uri Bogler
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Project Pals is a platform for organizing and implementing project-based learning in individual and collaborative classrooms. Organize, monitor, and assess projects through your interactive...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Project Pals is a platform for organizing and implementing project-based learning in individual and collaborative classrooms. Organize, monitor, and assess projects through your interactive workspace. Create personalized activities or choose from Project Pal's resource bank of Common Core-aligned plans. Use drag and drop features to arrange content in ways that best suit the needs of your students. When complete, publish and share finished work to your school or district library. Free accounts offer tools for managing up to 50 students and 20 projects.
tag(s): assessment (116), collaboration (27), commoncore (89), organizational skills (122), rubrics (30)
In the Classroom
Use Project Pals as part of your implementation of project-based learning in the classroom. If just beginning, be sure to take advantage of the resource bank full of ideas for all grade levels. Ask younger students to reflect on their learning within a digital portfolio using a tool like Seesaw, reviewed here. Seesaw offers many options for students to share their learning process through images, video, and written work. Older students may prefer a portfolio tool like Pathbrite, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Webjets - Webjets Ltd
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Curate, organize and share web content with Webjet. Create your account and begin working with your Webjet desktop. Use links at the bottom of your workspace to add lists, mindmaps,...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Curate, organize and share web content with Webjet. Create your account and begin working with your Webjet desktop. Use links at the bottom of your workspace to add lists, mindmaps, folders, and more. Drag and drop content from your computer and add to your workspace. Install the bookmarklet onto your computer browser to automatically push information into your inbox. Webjet operates on a system using "cards." After creating cards, personalize content by changing backgrounds and adding information. Collaborate with other users by sharing cards and allowing them to edit information. Free accounts offer up to 200 cards, 2 collaborators, and 100MB of uploads.
tag(s): digital storytelling (153), microblogging (39), organizational skills (122)
In the Classroom
Use Webjet to organize and curate content for any unit. Share video and website links, upload notes, and create mindmaps for student review. Ask older students to create their own Webjet to organize information for large projects and when collaborating with other students. Webjets is perfect for creating and curating career research information. Include a link to a curated Webjet board as part of a larger multimedia project shared using a digital storytelling tool like Adobe Spark, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Pixorize - Pixorize Inc.
Grades
K to 12
1 Favorites
0 Comments
Annotate and share images using Pixorize. Register and create your account to begin using this site. Choose to create or start annotating to upload an image. Use the tools found ...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Annotate and share images using Pixorize. Register and create your account to begin using this site. Choose to create or start annotating to upload an image. Use the tools found on the dashboard to size your image and add markers. Choose from different shapes of markers and place anywhere on the image, once added type your annotation in the provided box. When complete, be sure to go to file and save your image. Viewers see annotations when hovering their mouse over areas chosen in your design. Use the share link to share the URL or share using social media links. Be sure to watch the video tutorial for complete directions for using Pixorize.
tag(s): creative writing (166), digital storytelling (153), images (285), sentences (50)
In the Classroom
Create annotated images for introducing new content in your classroom, share images on your interactive whiteboard to review together. Use Pixorize to create images together with students, add information in real-time to any image on your whiteboard using student descriptions and prompts. Have students create their own images to describe story characters, scientific processes, or as a mini report on facts about a state. The ideas are endless!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Close comment form