Category: Physical Science

Hands-On Forms of Energy Activity

Let students EXPERIENCE each form of energy with this HANDS-ON forms of energy activity! Let me just say this upfront... this activity seems daunting at first. I get it! There's quite a few moving pieces. But I promise you, this is one of the most rewarding hands-on activities you'll do all year!

Classification of Matter Activities

True confessions of a science teacher: I pick favorites. Favorite units to teach, that is... and classification of matter activities don't make the list! DNA and chromosomes? LOVE IT! Human impact on the environment? ALL ME! Chemical and physical changes? A BLAST! Pure substances versus mixtures? Meh. But... my students wouldn't say this. (I hope!) Here's how!