Multidisciplinary Science Menu Featuring Snowflakes, Santa Physics, Antarctic Biology, and More.

Unleash a Winter Wonderland of Science Adventures!

Presenting a dynamic remote-learning Google Slides lesson tailored to ignite curiosity about the wonders of the winter holidays! With 10 exhilarating, kid-friendly YouTube videos at their fingertips, students will delve into the captivating science behind this magical season.

Thrilling Topics Await:

1. Evergreen Enigmas: Unlock the mystery of why these steadfast trees keep their vibrant hue throughout the winter.

2. Snowflake Symphony: Dive into the mesmerizing world of snowflake formation, a ballet of nature's artistry.

3. Antarctic Survival: Discover the astonishing adaptations that enable fish to thrive in the freezing depths of Antarctica.

4. Dreidel Dynamics: Explore the physics behind the mesmerizing spin of the Hanukkah dreidel.

5. Mastering the Snowman: Learn the secrets to crafting the perfect snowman, a true winter masterpiece.

And So Much More!

Choose Your Own Icy Expedition:

Students hold the reins to their own frosty adventure! A simple click on a charming holiday icon catapults them to a slide featuring a video link and captivating questions. From there, they'll plunge into a world of winter wonder.

Flexibility Empowers:

While the assignment suggests tackling 4 out of the 10 captivating activities, the true adventure lies in the students' hands. They're free to embark on as many exhilarating journeys as they dare.

Ignite a passion for science, spark a love for winter's magic, and transform learning into a thrilling quest. This choice board promises an unforgettable fusion of education and entertainment. Unravel the secrets of the winter holidays with this exhilarating Google Slides lesson. Get it now and witness students embark on a scientific adventure like never before! Happy exploring!

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Grade Recommendation

Best Fit:

• Middle School: Grades 6–8

• High School: Grades 9–10 (as enrichment or pre-break lesson)

Course Alignment:

• General Science

• Life Science

• Biology

• Earth Science

• Physical Science

Rationale:
The choice board contains videos about:

• Snowflake formation (chemistry/physics)

• Antarctic adaptations (biology)

• Santa physics (motion & forces)

• Earth’s poles (Earth/space science)

• Evergreen biology (botany)

• Candle combustion (chemistry)

• Wool structure (materials science)

All topics are accessible to MS but extendable for HS.

Cross-Curricular Connections / Extensions

ELA

• Summary writing

• Analysis of scientific media

• CER writing extensions

Social Studies / Geography

• North Pole vs. South Pole

• Cultural traditions (dreidel, mistletoe)

Art

• Create models of snowflakes

• Draw diagrams to explain adaptations of Antarctic fish

Technology / Engineering

• Force & motion modeling (Santa physics)

• Material science (properties of wool)

Great Extension Ideas

• Students create a “Holiday Science Mini-Presentation”

• Compare two topics (e.g., freezing resistance in evergreens vs. fish)

• Design a winter experiment (melting rates, candle burn tests, snowflake symmetry)

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NGSS Standards (with SEP + CCC)

(Choice board aligns broadly; individual selections link to different content strands.)

Performance Expectations Potentially Addressed

Middle School

• MS-PS1-2: Chemical reactions (candle combustion, wool chemistry)

• MS-PS3-1 & 3-5: Energy transfer (Antarctic fish, candle flame)

• MS-LS1-6: Photosynthesis (evergreen physiology)

• MS-LS1-7: Energy processes in organisms

• MS-LS4-4: Adaptations (Antarctic fish, mistletoe parasite)

• MS-ESS2-5: Weather & crystal formation (snowflakes)

• MS-ESS1-1: Earth’s tilt & poles

High School

• HS-PS1-4: Thermodynamics in reactions (candle burning)

• HS-PS2-1: Forces & motion (Santa physics)

• HS-LS1-2: Structure & function (evergreen needles, antifreeze proteins)

• HS-LS4-2: Evolutionary adaptations

• HS-ESS1-1: Earth–Sun relationships

Science & Engineering Practices (SEPs)

• Obtaining, Evaluating, & Communicating Information: Watching and synthesizing scientific videos

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Interpreting scientific explanations visually

• Constructing Explanations: Summaries and responses require scientific reasoning

Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs)

• Cause & Effect:

  • Why fish don’t freeze

  • Why snowflakes have symmetry

  • Why evergreens retain color

• Patterns:

  • Snowflake geometry

  • Seasonal adaptations

• Energy & Matter:

  • Combustion in candles

  • Heat transfer in polar climates

• Structure & Function:

  • Protein adaptations in Antarctic fish

  • Needle adaptations in evergreens

  • Wool fibers & insulation

Common Core Standards 

ELA / Literacy in Science

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.7 / RST.9-10.7
Integrate multimedia information from science videos.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-8.2 / WHST.9-10.2
Write explanatory texts that convey scientific information.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-8.1 / WHST.9-10.1
Construct arguments using evidence from video content.