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5th Grade Scientific Method Worksheets & Slides

What is science, variables and fair tests, and evidence and replication — a complete no-prep unit with lesson slides, printable worksheets, a quiz, answer keys and a 90-minute written lesson plan.

5th Grade Scientific Method Unit — lesson slide cover

Three missions

MISSION 01
What Is Science?

The nature of science, observation vs. inference, and how scientists ask questions.

MISSION 02
Variables & Fair Tests

Independent, dependent and controlled variables, and designing a fair experiment.

MISSION 03
Evidence & Replication

Using evidence to support conclusions, plus a cumulative unit test with answer key.

Standards alignment

Every mission lists its NGSS, CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL and Florida B.E.S.T. codes for scientific method and inquiry skills. See the full TEKS alignment guide or NGSS alignment guide for how this unit fits your state's standards.

What's included

Lesson slides (PDF + editable PowerPoint), printable worksheets, a review, quiz and unit test, complete answer keys, and a 90-minute written lesson plan in a Teacher Edition — sub-plan ready.

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