Science Visuals (Grades 6-12)

Enhance your science curriculum with visual aids. These printable illustrations will help you explain the structure of an atom, the systems in the human body, the stages of insect development, and more. Use these life science, earth science, and physical science resources as handouts for intermediate and high school students. Blank diagrams can also be used to test students' knowledge of science concepts.

Chemistry Model of an Atom Protons and electrons are identified in this printable model of a carbon atom. Blank Target Printable Model the structure of different atoms using this blank target printable. Crystal Shapes This chemistry chart will help students visualize the structure of various crystal shapes, such as isometric and tetragonal. Valence Electrons Chart Help students visualize the placement of valence electrons with this printable chart. Physics Six Simple Machines This chart includes diagrams of six simple machines: a lever, a pulley, a wheel and axle, an inclined plane, a screw, and a wedge. Features of a Transverse Wave Review the features of a transverse wave with this printable diagram. The crest, trough, amplitude, wavelength, and frequency are labeled for easy reference. The Water Cycle and the Carbon Cycle Review the stages of the water cycle and the carbon cycle with the diagrams in this printable. Science Equipment The Parts of a Microscope (Blank) Printable Evaluate students' knowledge of laboratory equipment with this printable. Have students label the main parts of the microscope and explain their functions. Reflecting Telescope Evaluate students' knowledge of a reflecting telescope with this printable. Have students label the parts of the science equipment shown in the diagram. Refracting Telescope Evaluate students' knowledge of a refracting telescope with this printable. Have students label the parts of the science equipment shown in the diagram. The Human Body Types of Joints Use these printable diagrams to review the four types of human joints: pivotal, gliding, hinge, and ball-and-socket. The Digestive System (Blank) Printable Ask students to label and color this printable diagram of the human digestive system. The Parts of the Heart (Blank) Printable Test students' knowledge of human physiology and the circulatory system with this printable. Have your class color and label the parts of a human heart. The Respiratory System (Blank) Printable Use this printable to teach students about the human respiratory system. Then ask them to color and label the parts shown in the drawing. The Eye and the Ear (Blank) Printable Test students' knowledge of the human eye and ear as they color and label these diagrams. The Brain/Nerve Cells (Blank) Printable Students can review the structure of nerve cells and the brain by coloring and labeling these diagrams of the human nervous system. Maps for Earth Science Town Map Sharpen students' map reading skills with this handout. Ask students to use the key to identify items on the town map. Oceans Map Test students' knowledge of world oceans with this blank map. Climate Zones Map Use this map to help students visualize climate zones around the world. Time Zones in the U.S. This map will help students visualize time zones in the United States.

Plants & Animals Animal Cell/Plant Cell (Blank) Printable Test students' knowledge of cellular biology. Have students label the parts of an animal cell and a plant cell on this handout. The Structure of a Fern Use this printable as a handout for science class. Ask students to label the structure of the fern, then color the picture. Comparing Monocots and Dicots Use this comparison chart to review the differences between the seeds, leaves, and flowers of monocots and dicots. The Parts of a Flower Ask your students to label and color the parts of a flower in this printable diagram. Complete and Incomplete Metamorphosis This printable will help students visualize the difference between complete and incomplete metamorphosis. Ask them to color and label the stages of physical development for a butterfly and a grasshopper. An Earthworm Ask students to label the parts of an earthworm in this science printable. The Anatomy of a Fish (Blank) Printable Use this printable to review the anatomy of a fish, then ask your students to color and label the drawing. The Life Cycle of a Frog (Blank) Printable Use this printable to teach students about amphibians. Ask them to color and label the pictures of a frog's life cycle. Food Web (Blank) Printable Use this printable to help students visualize ecological interdependence in the food web. The Six Kingdoms Classify living organisms and arrange information about the six kingdoms with this chart. This printable is customizable -- tailor the PDF to your needs by typing in the highlighted fields before printing. Geology Earth's Structure Supplement your study of structural geology with this printable. Use this resource to help students visualize the layers of the Earth's crust. Parts of a Volcano Have your students color and label the parts of a volcano shown on this blank diagram. Seafloor Spreading Map This map documents evidence that supports the seafloor spreading theory. Soil Profile This soil profile depicts layers of topsoil, subsoil, weathered bedrock, and unweathered bedrock. Supplement your study of geology with this printable. Running Water and Landforms Ask students to identify, label, and color the landforms made by glaciers in this picture. Groundwater Supplement your study of hydrology with a printable about groundwater. Challenge students to identify the water table, pores, and solid rock in this picture. Rock Cycle (Blank) Printable Keep information about the rock cycle organized on this customizable graphic organizer. Tailor the PDF to your needs by typing in the highlighted fields before printing. Related Resources Science Transparencies (Grades 6-12) Illustrate science concepts with ease. Use these printable charts and diagrams as overhead transparencies to deepen students' understanding of biology, physics, chemistry, and more. Science Teacher Resources Unlock the wonder and fun of science and technology by exploring these printables, lessons, and activities. You'll find great teaching ideas for earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, and more!

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