Evidence of Changes Over Time Station Lab - New TEKS 7.10A

This student-led, modular station lab is designed to help middle school students meet the 2021 TEKS standard 7.10A. Through hands-on, digital, and written activities, students explore fossil evidence, plate tectonics, and superposition as key lines of evidence that Earth has changed over time.

The resource is designed to minimize teacher prep while maximizing student engagement and independence. Teachers serve as facilitators, guiding learning without directing each activity.

Structure & Differentiation

• Nine total stations: eight core learning activities plus one challenge station for enrichment

• Differentiated tasks provide support for struggling learners while extending opportunities for advanced students

• Includes signage, task cards, readings, and resources for smooth classroom setup

• The Explore It! station may require a few simple materials commonly found in most science labs

Students can complete the lab independently or in small groups, allowing flexibility in classroom management.

Station Breakdown

Input Stations (building knowledge):

• Explore It! – Hands-on demonstration or activity; digital version uses drag-and-drop in PowerPoint or Google Slides

• Watch It! – Short video with guided comprehension questions

• Read It! – Differentiated reading passages (English & Spanish) with comprehension and vocabulary tasks

• Research It! – Facts, images, and graphs paired with guided questions on lab sheets

Output Stations (demonstrating knowledge):

• Organize It! – Card sort and categorization activities (printable and digital formats)

• Illustrate It! – Drawing/sketching tasks to support recall and retention

• Write It! – Short-answer prompts requiring complete sentences

• Assess It! – Task cards and vocabulary-in-context questions measuring mastery

Bonus Station:

• Challenge It! – Puzzles, crosswords, mini-projects, and other enrichment activities for early finishers or advanced learners

Flexible Implementation

• Suitable for in-class or virtual learning

• Fully compatible with PowerPoint and Google Slides

• Adaptable for single-class use, multiple days, or blended learning environments

This is a finished product; it will be updated with corrections as needed. Future improvements and new features will be sold as a separate product.