Density & Buoyancy: Anchoring Phenomenon Activity | Grades 6–8

Looking to shake up your middle school science class while staying focused on key concepts? This engaging anchoring activity, focused on Density & Buoyancy, will allow students to practice key concepts on top science concepts. Easily hook students' interests and facilitate meaningful discussions across your entire class!

Each Phenomenal Anchors Activity comes with:

✔ An expertly curated phenomenon (such as a Video, Reading, Demo, etc.)

✔ Digital Google Slides and Printable PDF Versions.

✔ Questions designed to ensure student understanding.

✔ Teacher Instructions - Easily facilitate and check for understanding!

What will the students be doing?

• Students will be given either a printed or digital answer sheet to fill out.
• Complete the anchoring phenomenon (Video, Reading, Demo, etc.)
• Students will individually respond to the “C.E.L.L.” squares
• Next, students will work in pairs or small groups to complete the discussion questions
• Finally, bring students back altogether to clear up misconceptions and explore together!

What materials are needed?

• Either 1 printed copy per student OR the digital version assigned
• Pencil or pen
• Students in groups/pairs
• Any demonstrations that may require materials will be outlined in the teacher instructions

When should I use this resource in my class?

✔ Fits easily at the beginning of your science unit!

✔ Perfect way to start a new content area, spark questions, and engage your students!

✔ Anytime you want to get students excited about science!

➡ Please note that this activity does assume you have NOT covered the unit's terminology & concepts beforehand. This is designed to be a supplemental resource not a sole source of teaching. This resource is designed to “kick off” a unit while you guide or facilitate science discussions. Use these on the first day of a new unit or topic for the best results!

Where did this resource come from?

Our own classrooms! Within science, connecting concepts beyond the classroom is often a subject that generates a lot of interest but can be difficult to do. We've found that exploring the real world around us really helps to solidify student understanding; hence Sciesmic was born! These anchors are directly from real classrooms.

What if I have a Question?

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