Fossils Activity Pack
4th grade and 5th grade
Here's what you'll get:
→ Fossils and Past Environments Investigation
→ Fossils Slides and Notes
→ Fossils and Past Environments Interactive Notebook
→ Fossils and Past Environments Digital Inquiry
→ Fossils Observation Stations
Build Stronger Understanding Through Practice
These activities help students work with key science concepts in a clear, hands-on way, so they can apply what they’re learning with more confidence.
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Michelle R.
I am always looking for new and interesting ways to introduce my science material to my students. One thing in this pack that I love is the notes and slides that go along with it. Simple reading, simple notes, but also shows images of fossils for student interest and discussion.
Brittany D.
This was such a huge support to my students when we were learning about fossils! The students found this to be engaging but supported the learning as well!
Let's make sure this is the right fit.
Who is this for?
This resource is a great fit if you want:
- 4th grade or 5th grade activities
- Flexible options for teaching fossils and what they tell us about past environments
- A variety of activities for differentiation
- Supplements to your curriculum
- An investigation, slides and notes, an interactive notebook, a digital inquiry, and observation stations
- Simple, engaging activities without building everything from scratch
Who is this NOT for?
This resource is probably not the right fit if you’re looking for:
- Day-by-day lesson plans
- A full 5E unit
- Formal assessments or tests
- Activities for grades other than 4th or 5th
It’s designed to supplement your existing curriculum with flexible activities.
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$9.95 ADD TO CARTMaterials you'll need
The materials you need depend on which activities you choose.
Fossil Dig (Fossils and Past Environments Investigation)
- Fossils, about 4 per team (a fossil set from Amazon or labeled rocks work too)
- Small, deep plastic bins
- Material ideas for layers: different colors of dirt or mulch, modeling clay, rice, sand, or flour
- Tweezers
- Small spoons
- Containers to hold the removed dirt
- Trays (optional, for the mess)
Be aware of any student allergies.
