Nature of Science Experiments Should be Replicable Activity – Scientific Method

Are you looking for a simple and fun experiment to teach your students about the Nature of Science and the Scientific Method? This perfect activity teaches students that experiments should be replicable! This science resource is perfect for whole class science lessons, the science lab, science test prep, small group instruction and even as a part of your science centers.

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• Teacher Directions to make your life easier
• Scientific Method Learning Goals to make planning simple
• List of Materials for the Nature of Science experiment for easy prep
• Science Experiment Recording Sheet: How Far Will the Ball Roll Down the Ramp?
• Scientific Method Quick Assessment / Exit Slip to check for understanding efficiently
• Mastery Checklist to keep you organized

• Whole Group Lesson
• Science Lab
• Science Test Prep
• Small Group Instruction
• Science Centers or Stations

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• SC.5.N.1.1 Define a problem, use appropriate reference materials to support scientific understanding, plan and carry out scientific investigations of various types such as: systematic observations, experiments requiring the identification of variables, collecting and organizing data, interpreting data in charts, tables, and graphics, analyze information, make predictions, and defend conclusions.
• SC.5.N.2.2 Recognize and explain that when scientific investigations are carried out, the evidence produced by those investigations should be replicable by others.