What Is A Scientist?
free science lessons for elementary
What is a scientist? What do they do? What happens when a discovery is made?
Dive into the wonderful world of scientists with these free science lessons that are just perfect for 3rd grade.
Start with nonfiction reading all about scientists! This passage is written for 3rd grade students and explores how scientists make discoveries and what it means to peer-review something. Follow the passage up with reading comprehension that’s perfect for checking understanding.
Next, it’s time to look at some famous scientists! Students will complete some simple research about a historical or modern scientist and create a ‘Scientist Trading Card’. (BONUS: these completed cards make a great bulletin board display!)
Read all about why we teach about scientists at the start of the year in this post!
What is included in these free science lessons
‘What is a Scientist’ Nonfiction reading passage
Reading Comprehension
Scientists That Rock printable poster
Research note template
Scientist Trading Card template (in 2 versions: 2-per-page and 4-per-page)
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