Matter in the Biosphere - Student Choice Projects, MS, New TEKS 7.12B

These Matter in the Biosphere Student Choice Projects give middle school students the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding in creative and personalized ways while covering the TEKS 2021 standard 7.12B. Students explore how matter and energy flow through ecosystems by selecting from a variety of project options designed to fit their preferred output style.

Each project includes a detailed choice board, editable rubrics, and teacher support materials for seamless implementation in any classroom. Projects can be completed using common classroom supplies or digitally, providing maximum flexibility for in-person or virtual learning environments.

What’s Included

• Nine student choice board options, including a “Design Your Own” project

• Teacher Directions page with implementation tips and suggestions

• Editable Rubric Pages assessing vocabulary, concepts, presentation, clarity, and accuracy

Differentiated for Every Learner

• Two versions of the project page:

  • A modified version with targeted options for remediation and differentiation

  • A standard version that challenges students to synthesize and apply concepts

• Teachers can assign single or multiple projects using the same rubric

Supplies Needed

Projects are designed to use typical classroom materials such as paper, markers, and scissors. Most can also be completed digitally, making them ideal for 1:1 classrooms or distance learning.

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