No Prep Sub Plans: Gravity | Research + Group Project | STEM Science Experiment

No Prep Sub Plans: Gravity | Research + Group Project | STEM Science Experiment Activity | Grades 4–8

No Prep Sub Plans: Gravity is an engaging cross-curricular STEM lesson that helps students explore one of the most important forces in the universe through research, collaboration, and hands-on experimentation! Students investigate gravity, air resistance, and falling objects before designing and running their own safe gravity experiment in teams.

This ready-to-use resource combines science inquiry, critical thinking, teamwork, and experimental design in a format that works well for classroom teachers, emergency sub plans, STEM enrichment, or inquiry-based learning days.
Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students, this lesson encourages curiosity, discussion, data collection, and real-world scientific thinking.

What’s Included
- Teacher Directions Page
- Mini Research Reading + Questions
- Group Project Instructions
- Student Experiment Planning Page
- Reflection Opportunity
- Color + Black & White Versions

Students Will
- Explore how gravity affects objects
- Investigate air resistance and falling motion
- Develop a testable research question
- Create hypotheses and identify variables
- Design and conduct a safe experiment
- Record and analyze data
- Collaborate and present findings

STEM & Cross-Curricular Connections
- Physical Science
- Scientific Method
- Experimental Design
- Measurement & Data Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Collaboration & Communication

Perfect For
- Emergency Sub Plans
- Middle School Science
- STEM Activities
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Group Work Days
- Hands-On Science Lessons
- Fast Finisher Activities

Why Teachers Love This Resource
- NO prep required, just print and go
- Clear student directions and organization
- Engaging hands-on learning experience
- Encourages teamwork and discussion
- Print-friendly black & white versions included