5E Lessons: 5th Grade Earth Science Bundle

The ultimate earth science lesson plan bundle for 5th grade teachers is here. Each of the 11 complete lesson plans uses the 5E model and provides you with the exact tools to teach the topics. All the guesswork has been removed with these LOW PREP lessons.

Complete 5E Lessons Included for Each Topic:

Brightness of the Sun and Stars

Observable Patterns of the Sky

Earth's Spheres

Distribution of Water on Earth

Protect Earth's Resources

Sedimentary Rock and Fossil Fuels

Changes to Earth's Surface

Weather and Climate

Water Cycle

Earth’s Rotation

The Sun, Earth, and Moon

Can This Resource Be Used for Virtual or Distance-Learning?

Yes. The station lab from the Exploration section, and the PPT/INBs from the Explanation section have been created so that students can use them on campus or in a virtual learning environment.

What's Included in Each Lesson Plan:

Engage:

● Objective and I CAN statements – 11x17 for class display

● Blank Objective and I CAN statements – Available for editing

● Engagement Activity - Includes specific instructions for teacher to engage students’ interest

Explore:

● Differentiated Station Lab – Student-led learning, differentiated for all learning styles and abilities

Explain:

● Editable Interactive PowerPoint - Versions for in-class and remote use. Set up so each student can open it and answer questions in it (no Google Form required) by themselves or as you present it to the class. No more boring notes or textbook questions!

● INB Templates – Includes both paper and digital versions. The digital versions are embedded throughout the 5E lesson so that students can manipulate it without cutting or pasting.

● Notes Pages – Formatted for modified instruction

● Anchor Chart Diagrams and Ideas

Elaborate:

● Student Choice Science Project – Completed in class or at home

Evaluate:

● Homework – Engaging homework assignment

● Assessment – Open-ended and modified assessment