Science

Science! Take some time to explore an area in Science or a passion area every day. You can use the learning outcomes as a guide, or just go where your passions take you. Learn something cool every day and share it with your family.

Sun West families have access to Learn360 and Pearson E-Text as well for this area.

If you find there are too many resources to sort through, you can filter the results using the “Filter Resources” area on the left side of the screen. Select “Education Level” to narrow your results to a specific education level. (Please note - for the purposes of this site these "Education Levels" are used when filtering - Lower Primary = K-2, Upper Primary=3-5, Middle Years=6-8, High School=9-12)

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123 Homeschool4me

123 Homeschool4me

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Homeschool Worksheets have over 1 million pages of FREE worksheets for toddler, preschool, pre k, kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, and 8th grade students in K12. The free educational printables cover alphabet letters, math, language arts, history, geography, and more.
All the free homeschool worksheets on this site can be accessed by subject or grade level. Just click on any of the category thumbnails see that category of free printables.

Subject:: English Language Arts; Math; Science; Social Studies; Geography; History
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Game; Homework/Assignment; Simulation; Teaching/Learning Strategy
Author:: 123 Homeschool4me
Date Added:: 03/18/2020

20 Balloon Experiments For the Science Classroom

20 Balloon Experiments For the Science Classroom

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Kids will go crazy for these balloon experiments, whether they’re building a balloon-powered boat or powering a light bulb with static electricity. Balloons are bright, affordable, and supply lots of educational fun!

Subject:: Science
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Jill Staake; We Are Teachers
Date Added:: 05/13/2020

25 Fun and Easy Nature Crafts and Activities!

25 Fun and Easy Nature Crafts and Activities!

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These nature crafts are the perfect accompaniment to a stroll in the great outdoors. Pick up the items you need, then make some amazing crafts for play or display!
Check out the other great learning activities on the We Are Teachers home page.

Subject:: Arts Education; Science
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: We Are Teachers
Date Added:: 05/13/2020

360° Panoramic Images and Videos

360° Panoramic Images and Videos

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This site offers a wide selection of 360 videos from around the world. Choose from a world map or do a search to explore what there is to offer!

Subject:: Education; Science; Social Studies
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: 360 Cities
Date Added:: 03/24/2020

5 Canadian Virtual Field Trips for Fun & Learning

5 Canadian Virtual Field Trips for Fun & Learning

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The virtual field trips on this site include:
The Parliament Buildings in Ottawa, Ontario
Iqaluit, Nunavut – The Canadian Arctic
Farm Tours
Canadian Museum of History
The Royal Tyrrell Museum

Subject:: Education; Science; Social Studies
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: The Canadian Homeschooler
Date Added:: 03/27/2020

77 Simple STEM Activities for Families

77 Simple STEM Activities for Families

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This excellent list from "dailystem.com" will give you plenty of fun and educational STEM activities you can do at home with your family.
Enjoy!

Subject:: Education
Material Type:: Activity/Lab
Author:: Chris Woods; DailyStem.com
Date Added:: 01/07/2020

Access Mars - A WebVR Experiment

Access Mars - A WebVR Experiment

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This site offers a 360 view of Mars from the Mar’s Curiosity rover.

Subject:: Science
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Google; NASA
Date Added:: 04/02/2020

Agriculture Educational Resources - Ag in the Classroom

Agriculture Educational Resources - Ag in the Classroom

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Ag in the Classroom has hundreds of resources that will assist students, parents and teachers in meeting curriculum outcomes in a FUN, ENGAGING way! Simply use this search tool to find ones that will get you and your students learning about the great things they have to offer!

Scroll down to the bottom of the page to find the "AG in SK Game Show"
A competitive and interactive quiz game that tests your student's knowledge about agriculture. It is a fun and engaging way to challenge students to see who knows the most about how our food is made, agriculture, and much more, in a classroom or at home. With beginner, intermediate, and expert levels it can be used for a variety of different age levels.

Subject:: Agriculture Studies; English Language Arts; Health Education; Indigenous Perspectives; Career & Work Exploration; Food Studies; Science; Environmental Science; Social Studies
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Game; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Agriculture in the Classroom
Date Added:: 04/07/2020

Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba

Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba

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Check out Manitoba's Agriculture in the Classroom resources and activities which include hundreds of bilingual resources, lesson plans, free downloads, learning kits and more. You can filter by grade, resource type (Fun Stuff, Learning Activities, Online Game, Reference, Resource Kit, Student Activity Sheet, Teacher's Guide, Video), subject (Art, Career Exploration, ELA, English, FAL, Food and Nutrition, Geography, Health, Math, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Technology) and language (English, French).
This is a great companion resource to the AITC SK materials found at https://resourcebank.ca/courses/agriculture-educational-resources-ag-in-the-classroom.

Subject:: Arts Education; Educational Technology; English Language Arts; Health Education; Physical Education; Math; Practical & Applied Arts; Career & Work Exploration; Food Studies; Science; Social Studies; Geography
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Assessment; Diagram/Illustration; Game; Homework/Assignment; Lesson; Primary Source; Teaching/Learning Strategy; Unit of Study
Author:: AITC
Date Added:: 04/27/2021

Air Canada enRoute

Air Canada enRoute

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Curate your own exhibition at the Art Gallery of Ontario; swim with African penguins at the San Diego Zoo; travel back in time at the Louvre; visit the Canadian Museum of History; blast into outer space with NASA. This site offers all of these opportunities for your student to experience.

Subject:: Arts Education; Science; Social Studies; History
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Air Canada
Date Added:: 04/02/2020

Alaska Webcams

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This site offers an opportunity to learn about Alaska through the eyes of a webcam.

Subject:: Science
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Dfg Webmaster Alaska Gov
Date Added:: 03/27/2020

Amazing Space

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This site offer the following resources by topic:
Solar system
Electromagnetic spectrum/Light & color
Gravity
Galaxies
Stars and stellar evolution
Comets and asteroids
Black holes
Space telescopes
Math: Statistics and estimating
Measurement
History of science
Extrasolar planets

Subject:: Math; Science
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Game; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Amazing Space
Date Added:: 03/27/2020

Amphibians Unit Study Resources

Amphibians Unit Study Resources

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This site is all things amphibians with links to lots of cool information.

Subject:: Science
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Christine T
Date Added:: 03/27/2020

Animal Videos - Seattle Aquarium

Animal Videos - Seattle Aquarium

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This site offers Seattle Aquarium video tours.

Subject:: Science
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Seattle Aquarium
Date Added:: 04/03/2020

Ask Dr. Universe

Ask Dr. Universe

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Ask Dr. Universe is a science-education project from Washington State University. Kids can send Dr. Universe any question they may have about history, geography, plants, animals, technology, engineering, math, culture, and more.

Subject:: Educational Technology; Math; Science; Social Studies; Geography; History
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Jaime Chambers; Washington State University
Date Added:: 03/27/2020

Astronomy for Kids

Astronomy for Kids

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"Find out what it's like on other planets. Learn how far away the stars are. Try a fun, space-themed project."

Subject:: Science
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Primary Source
Date Added:: 05/25/2020

Best 4th Grade Websites & Activities for Learning at Home

Best 4th Grade Websites & Activities for Learning at Home

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Fourth graders are independent explorers, full of ideas and opinions. They have an impressive skill set and are ready to go deeper. With that in mind, we’ve gathered together learning links and fun activities that will help kids build skills in literacy, math, science, and social studies—plus some just for fun! This list of 4th grade websites and activities is something kids can easily do at home with their families.

Subject:: English Language Arts; Math; Science; Social Studies
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Game; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Elizabeth Mulvahill; We Are Teachers
Date Added:: 10/01/2020

Best 5th Grade Websites & Activities for Learning at Home

Best 5th Grade Websites & Activities for Learning at Home

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Fifth graders are on the brink of adolescence. They are curious, capable, and ready to tackle the world. With that in mind, we’ve gathered together learning links and fun activities that will help them build skills in literacy, math, science, and social studies—plus some just for fun! This list of 5th grade websites and activities is something kids can easily do at home with their families.

Subject:: English Language Arts; Math; Science; Social Studies
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Game; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Elizabeth Mulvahill; We Are Teachers
Date Added:: 10/01/2020

Best First Grade Websites & Activities for Learning at Home

Best First Grade Websites & Activities for Learning at Home

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First grade is an adventure! Kids are excited to learn and always ready for more. With that in mind, we’ve gathered together learning links and fun activities that will help kids build skills in literacy, math, science, and social studies—plus some that are just for enjoyment. This list of first grade websites and activities is something kids can easily do at home with their families.

Subject:: English Language Arts; Math; Science; Social Studies
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Game; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Elizabeth Mulvahill; We are teachers
Date Added:: 10/01/2020

Best Kindergarten Websites & Activities for Learning at Home

Best Kindergarten Websites & Activities for Learning at Home

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It’s fun to be five! Here is our list of favorite kindergarten websites and activities that kids can enjoy at home with their families. We’ve gathered together learning links and fun activities that will help kids build skills in literacy, math, science, and social studies—plus some that are just for enjoyment.

Subject:: English Language Arts; Math; Science; Social Studies
Material Type:: Activity/Lab; Game; Homework/Assignment
Author:: Elizabeth Mulvahill; We Are Teachers
Date Added:: 10/01/2020