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This Biogeochemical Cycles Research Question Set brings the Earth’s most essential cycles to life through rich, student-driven investigation—covering the:

Water,
Carbon,
Nitrogen,
Oxygen,
Phosphorus,
Sulfur,
Calcium, and
Rock cycles.

Designed for the Montessori upper elementary and middle school classroom (ages 9–14), each set of questions guides students beyond simply “reading the chart” and into meaningful research, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary connections. Students are invited to analyze cause-and-effect, human impact, and system relationships while working independently or in small groups—perfect for research folders, work plans, or science centers.

Best of all, these research questions are not tied to any specific cycle chart brand. They can be used with any vendor’s cycle charts or illustrations, making them a flexible, long-term resource for every classroom.

Adaptable, and created with Montessori pedagogy in mind, this resource supports freedom within structure, encourages self-correction, and helps students build a big-picture understanding of how Earth’s systems work together.

Teacher's suggested answers are available for download.