Distance-Time Graphs Complete Science Lesson - New TEKS 7.7C

Everything you need for an engaging, ready-to-teach unit on motion and distance-time graphs is included in this resource! Students will learn how to measure, record, and interpret motion using distance-time graphs through hands-on, digital, and student-led activities. With editable presentations, worksheets, student-choice projects, and assessments, this multiday lesson is comprehensive yet low-prep.

Through differentiated and student-centered learning, your middle schoolers will stay engaged while you focus on their success.

Essential Questions

• How do we measure and record an object’s motion using distance-time graphs?

• How can we use a distance-time graph to interpret an object’s motion?

Aligned with 2021 TEKS Standard 7.7C

Why Teachers Love This Lesson

• Differentiated materials for learners at all levels

• Multimodal activities to keep students interested

• Maximum flexibility—works digitally or in print

• Editable PowerPoints for easy customization

• Spanish translations for vocabulary, reading passages, and interactive notebook pages

Built on the research-based 5E Instructional Model (Engagement, Exploration, Explanation, Elaboration, Evaluation), this lesson ensures a balance of structure and creativity.

What’s Included

Engagement

• Lesson objectives and Word Wall Cards (English & Spanish)

• Teacher file with discussion prompts, activities, and common misconceptions

Exploration – Student-Led Station Lab
Nine differentiated stations introduce distance-time graphs through multiple learning styles:

Input Stations (learn content)

• Explore It! – Hands-on demo or experiment

• Read It! – Differentiated passages (English & Spanish) with comprehension questions

• Research It! – Online task with guided responses

• Watch It! – Short video with reflection prompts

Output Stations (show understanding)

• Organize It! – Printable or digital card sorts

• Write It! – Open-ended short-answer responses

• Illustrate It! – Drawing/sketching concepts for visual reinforcement

• Assess It! – Task cards + vocabulary-in-context activity

Bonus Station – Challenge It!
Extension activities for early finishers (games, crosswords, and mini-projects)

Explanation

• Editable PowerPoints (standard & interactive versions)

• Interactive notebook templates (digital & print, English & Spanish)

• Guided note-taking templates

Elaboration

• Student-choice projects on measuring and graphing motion

Evaluation

• STAAR 2.0–style assessments (standard & modified versions)

• Review worksheet for practice, homework, or discussion

Flexible for Any Classroom

This lesson is designed for both in-person and virtual learning. Station labs, interactive notebooks, and presentations are fully compatible with Google Slides and PowerPoint.

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