8th Grade Resources

I show this video when discussing the different types of volcanic eruptions.  This volcanic eruption style is a Hawaiian style.  The lava does a...

This video is a news story about how Ping Pong opened the door to diplomatic relations between President Nixon and China during the 1970's.

I took another copy of this and then edited some of the slower parts and parts that might be objectionable for High School students.  This video...

I use this digital geoboard with my 3rd grade students when teaching shapes.  I have students do their best to create, 2d shapes like triangles,...

This is a great video that explores the life and culture of the New England Colonies.

This is an excellent video about how the absence and reintroduction of wolves in Yellowstone affected the Yellowstone food web and even change the...

In this lab students design and experiment that will oxidize a penny. The purpose of this lab besides demonstrating chemical weathering is to...

This video discusses how scientists are taking plants and creating fuel and energy with it.  Biological concepts are also taught about breaking...

This video does an excellent job explaining the answer to the question, "How small is an atom?  It compares an atom to the size of a grapefruit...

In this self-guided activity, students will gain an understanding of how to interpret basic to advanced weather station models. They will read...

This video demonstrates a science experiment on the formation of calderas.  The idea is great.  Either show the video or demonstrate the formation...

Here is a quick video demonstrating how the Lunar Landing Module worked when landing and taking off from the moon.

This video discusses molecules that make up every living thing, carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.  This video will also discuss how we find...

Learn about air pressure in this engaging animation that explains how heavy air affects us and why it doesn't crush us. The video does a great job...

This is a neat animate video that discusses the difference between poisons and venoms.  

Learn about the incredible adaptations of butterflies in this fascinating video. Discover how these beautiful creatures have evolved to protect...

This MinuteEarth video does a great job exploring the history and science behind spoiled foods such as cheese, wine, coffee, and bread.  It...

This is a patriotic video that shows why we should teach our students to be more patriotic!

In this lab/demonstration, the teacher will demonstrate how convection currents in the atmosphere occur. This demonstration is very visible and...

Is it possible to be really scared to death?  The answer is "Yes!"  This video discusses how heart failure can occur and other reasons for being...

This is a great video to help introduce or review interjections in grammar. (The video does include a boy getting a shot in the rear.)

This is a great video to introduce or explore the Birmingham, Alabama protests during the Civil Rights Movement.

During a leap year, this video would be great to show your students when the question arises, "Why do we have a leap year?"  This video discusses...

This video is a great attention grabber for learning  global geography, it names all of the nations of the world in a fun song....