Science Resources for Middle and High School

Free activities, videos, and articles that make teaching science easier—and more fun!

Biology

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Chemistry

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15 Free Hands-On Chemistry Activities

From endothermic reactions to super-absorbent polymers.

This simple 15-minute activity for middle- and high-schoolers asks students to organize candies according to different properties.

Activity: The Periodic Table of Candy

Have students organize candies according to different properties.

Electron Configuration Battleship

A fun chemistry-take on this classic game!

Biotech and Cloning Workflow

Activity: Polyurethane Foam Reaction


Combine two liquids to create this fantastic reaction that will have your students in awe! 

Periodic Table

Download this easily accessible periodic table that you can share with your students and put on display.

Geology & Earth Science

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Free Earth Science Activities for Your Class

Climate, space, and more! Get these teacher-created lessons.

Planetary Adventure Travel

Which planet in our solar system would be best for a NASA vacation resort?

Use fossils to show your students what ancient environments were like.

5 Fun Ways To Use Fossils in Your Classroom

Fossils are evidence of tectonic plates and mass extinction!

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The Best Earth Science Resources + Activities

Study photosynthesis and respiration with the help of homegrown algae.

Understanding Solar Eclipses Poster

Understanding Solar Eclipses Poster


Learn about these amazing phenomena with 
an eclipse-facts poster.

Stream Table Power Pack

4 awesome tools to make geology and hydrology a splash in your classroom!

Physics

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Physics Activities for Your Classroom

Free lessons, labs, and more created by real teachers!

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Explore the Science of Color With These Awesome Articles

Receptors, wavelengths, color schemes, and more.

Newton's Law Activity

Activity: Newton’s Law Station


14 activities to learn about inertia. Perfect for small groups! 

Density column demonstration in glass

Activity: Demonstrate Density Columns

Create a density column to put students in the thick of it.

Planets orbitting the sun

Activity: Discover Exoplanets in a Galaxy Not So Near You

Simulate the Transit Method in a way that’s easy to grasp.

Kid with hair sticking up from static electricity

5 Troubleshooting Tips for Your Van de Graaff Generator

Perfect for teaching about electricity, but it can be finicky.

STEM

STEM activities- Science Resources for Middle and High School

Free STEM Lessons and Activities

Awesome activities to use this week created by real teachers!

DIY Solar Cooker

Harness the power of the sun to cook your favorite treats.

Kid's hand with screwdriver working on STEM project

Article: Hands-On STEM Made Easy

Get everything you need to make real-world connections.

Teacher using science kit

These Teachers Put Science Olympiad Kits to the Test

Kits that engage students in STEM discovery in creative ways.

Astronaut standing on the moon

Activity: Design a Spacesuit in the Classroom

They maintain body temperature in the extreme heat and cold of outer space.

Magnus Flyers

Ever wonder why a curve ball curves?

General Science

Keeping Science Class Exciting with These Kahoot! Quizzes

Keeping Science Class Exciting with These Kahoot! Quizzes

Middle School & High School
It’s no secret that Kahoot!s are the perfect way to reenergize a classroom. Check out these 12 Kahoot! games.

Science trivia facts

60 Science Trivia Facts To Spark Student Curiosity

Spark students’ interest in and knowledge of science with this trivia.

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Free Posters To Teach Students About the Scientific Method

Question, research, hypothesize, experiment, analyze, share.

Ward's Science hands-on science kits for middle and high school

Article: 24 Hands-On Science Kits for Middle & High School

Make hands-on learning easy with a ready-to-go kit.

Six fun and different science careers for students to learn about.

Article: Surprising Science Careers To Share With Students

Get your students excited about a career in science!

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Teachers’ Favorite Ways To Use Ward’s Science Products

Get inspiration from fellow teachers, plus tips and tricks.

Free Science Poster Set

Free Science Poster Set


Download and print 5 posters for your classroom!

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How Famously Successful People Said Thanks to Teachers

Stephen Hawking, Bill Nye, Bill Gates, and more stories!

Wards Science Back-to-School Monthly Science Activities Round-Up

Monthly Science Activities

All Grade Levels
This special edition of the Ward’s World Science Activity Round-Up keeps students engaged throughout the year.