Everything You Need for Effective Science Teaching

  • Interactive Science Notebook

    Print those templates and use our sample photos to build phenomenal science notebooks.

  • Digital Inquiry

    Updated with the STAAR Redesign in mind, Digital Inquiry guides students through learning new information about a high-interest topic, responding to new information, and constructing a written response.

  • Slides & Notes

    Print and go with ready-to-use teaching slides and printable, differentiated notes.

  • Stations

    In these student-centered activities, students will learn, review, and practice.

  • Spiral Review

    Print or use Google Slides to pre-teach and review information all year long.

  • Assessments

    Check for understanding using TEKS-based Assessments, vocabulary quizzes, exit tickets, and Readiness Assessments. Print or use the provided Google Forms.

  • Hands-on Activities

    Explore properties of matter, force, earth science, and ecosystems with hands-on labs, outdoor activities, and observation stations.

  • STAAR Review

    Practice for STAAR with our interactive BOOM cards, test prep task cards in Google Forms and printable format, sorting relays, review stations, and review printables.

  • Small Group Science

    Twenty intervention lessons will help students who need extra support reach their full potential.

  • Science Articles

    Read to learn and practice your ELA skills with these 2-page articles with comprehension questions.

  • Vocabulary

    Teach and reinforce new vocabulary with our Picture Dictionary, graphic organizers, spiral vocabulary review activities, and science sorts.

  • Flipbooks

    Assemble flipbooks on different topics for quick, TEKS-focused lessons.

Included in your Purchase

    1. ⭐️ Start here!

    2. 🎥 Video Tutorials: Please watch!

    3. 🗓 Full Year Plans

    4. 🔎 Master Supply List

    1. General Resources, Warm-ups, & Reviews

    2. Vocabulary

    3. Extensions

    4. Interactive Science Notebook Tabs

    1. About the Assessments

    2. Readiness Benchmarks: Beginning, Middle, and End of Year

    3. TEKS Based Assessments (All SEs)

    4. Matter and Mixtures Vocabulary Quizzes

    5. Force and Energy Vocabulary Quizzes

    6. Earth and Space Vocabulary Quizzes

    7. Life Vocabulary Quizzes

    8. Vocabulary Quizzes in Google Forms

    9. Short Constructed Response

    1. First Week Activities

    2. iLearn Science Unit

    3. Safety, Tools, Measurement, & Observations Bonus Materials

    4. Investigations & Models Bonus Materials

    1. 5.5A Physical Properties of Matter

    2. 5.5B & 5.5C Mixtures and Solutions

    3. Matter Review TEKS

    1. 5.6A Forms of Energy

    2. 5.6B Circuits

    3. 5.6C Light

    4. 5.6D Force & Motion

Planning Guide

Use the day-by-day planning guide to craft your lesson plans.

Video Tutorials

Learn how to use your new bundle with helpful video tutorials.

Easily Access Files

In your account, click to quickly view files. Bonus: You'll have immediate access to updates and new resources!

Hear it straight from the Lone Star teachers who swear by our science resources!

“I bought my first The Science Penguin resources in 2013. They energized my lessons, engaged my students, and brought new life in to my class. I can’t say enough about her products, from notes to stations to task cards and more; if you aren’t using The Science Penguin resources your students are missing out. ”

Amy, 5th Grade Teacher

“After 5 years of teaching science, this is the first school year that I feel comfortable dedicating more time to relationship building and making meaningful connections with my students, rather than feeling like I have to spend my time creating material that suits mine and my students’ needs, and it is because of Ari, and her amazing and comprehensive 5th grade science bundle. I trust the quality of her work, and have witnessed that her ideas and products are engaging, rigorous, and prepare my students for far more than just their STAAR tests.”

Veronica, 5th Grade Teacher

“The Science Penguin is the ONLY resource I have found that is perfectly aligned with the Texas TEKS, professionally done, and allows my students to be actively engaged in their learning. I especially like the Task Card Bundle because it allows students to have fun while walking around the room answering questions with their friends. Using The Science Penguin resources has helped me increase my schools science scores by 20%!”

Marissa, 5th Grade Teacher

“Planning for science is so easy with The Science Penguin’s TEKS Planning Guides! Each unit is mapped out with high quality materials and explanations on how to teach concepts effectively. From warm ups, to stations, to journals... everything is awesome! Our scores went up 20% in my 1st year and our school was given a distinction in science. I couldn’t have done it without her!”

Katie, 5th Grade Teacher

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Individual teachers purchasing for their personal use do not need yearly renewal. It's a one-time purchase or can be purchased over 6 monthly payments.

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We know the challenge of keeping fifth graders excited about learning while also preparing them to conquer Science STAAR. With this resource, you will find that sweet spot of balance as you engage your students in meaningful, TEKS-aligned learning.

FAQ

  • What is the difference between the 5th grade bundle and the 4th grade bundle?

    Because I want to provide teachers the resources they need to differentiate, you will see some resources can be found in both the 4th grade and the 5th grade bundle. However, the activities suggested in the planning guide are totally different to ensure vertical alignment for teachers using Science Penguin resources in both grades. The activities for each grade are specific to what the Student Expectation asks for students to do.

  • What do the planning guides include?

    The planning guide includes: Insider teaching notes, Focus TEKS, day-by-day activity recommendations, test prep information, literature connections, supports, and extensions

  • Can my school use a Purchase Order?

    Yes! Please click "School Purchasing" above to learn more.

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