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Earth Science (K-8)
Earth science studies Earth’s atmosphere, biosphere, and hydrosphere. Interactions among these systems are explained by other sciences. Elementary school earth science provides the foundation for students to develop their understanding of planet Earth, preparing them for middle school science. Read MoreRead Less
Teaching middle school earth science involves scaffolding new layers and more complex vocabulary words onto the elementary school science core curriculum. The standards for Elementary school can be met by using the comprehensive earth science vocabulary word lists. The printable science worksheets are a great way to reinforce both the elementary earth science vocabulary review (which covers Earth’s history and processes) and the middle school earth science lesson plans.
The 5th grade science words cover topics such as the greenhouse effect, fossil fuels, and various Earth cycles, while the eighth grade earth science definitions include geological eras, plate tectonics. and continental drift. Students enjoy learning K-8 earth science vocabulary by playing fun online elementary school earth science vocabulary word games and even gain a core knowledge essential for creating successful elementary school science fair projects. VocabularySpellingCity is the best place to learn science words on Earth!
The following games are recommended for Earth Science (K-8) Lists.
Alphabetize gives students practice putting words into alphabetical order.
Play Alphabetize with a 1st grade Earth Science list.
Word-O-Rama provides practice identifying words by their definitions, synonyms, antonyms, or by their context within a sentence.
Play Word-O-Rama with a 4th grade Earth Science list.
WhichWord? Sentences provides practice recognizing contextual sentences for each spelling and vocabulary word.
Play WhichWord? Sentences with a 6th grade Earth Science list.