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Creative Camp Challenges

An engaging, hands-on summer camp series for grades 3-5 focusing on teamwork, STEM, gardening, healthy living, and creative problem-solving. This lesson includes a comprehensive multi-day student workbook and a showcase presentation preparation kit.

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Michelle Jefferson

The Eight Day Expedition

The complete 8-day camp program containing the comprehensive Teacher Manual, printable Challenge Task Cards, and the daily Student Camp Journal.

MJ

Michelle Jefferson

Ecosystem Expedition

A comprehensive project-based lesson where middle school students embark on a research journey to analyze a specific ecosystem, mapping out food webs, calculating energy pyramids, and identifying symbiotic relationships in a structured field-portfolio format.

Lenny

Stockage et Tubercules

Jour 2 de la formation de 7 heures, couvrant la conservation des graines (traitement, séchage, conditionnement), la mise en place de banques de semences locales, la traçabilité et un module spécifique de 3 heures sur la conservation des semences de tubercules (igname, patate douce, manioc, taro).

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Sévrine Valter

Physiologie et Germination

Jour 1 de la formation de 7 heures, couvrant la physiologie des graines, la reconnaissance des types de semences, le cycle de vie, les mécanismes de dormance et les conditions optimales de germination. Ce module pose les bases théoriques et pratiques nécessaires pour comprendre la vie de la graine.

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Sévrine Valter

Colville Forest Connections

An interactive unit lesson plan implementing Guided Language Acquisition Design (GLAD) strategies to teach 1st graders about the Colville National Forest ecosystem. Students interact with pictorial charts, chant high-frequency science vocabulary, and earn literacy awards detailing local keystone species, food webs, and seasonal changes.

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Chelsea Moore

Kelp Forest Chains

A hand-on science lesson for early learners (Pre-K to 1st grade) to understand simple ocean food chains using the kelp forest ecosystem. Students explore how energy moves from kelp to urchins, otters, and sharks through a tactile cut-and-paste activity.

Lenny

Eco Energy Dynamics

A lesson covering energy flow dynamics (producers, consumers, decomposers, food chains, webs, pyramids) and symbiotic relationships (mutualism, commensalism, parasitism, competition, predator-prey) for sixth-grade students.

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isaac_daigle

Bug Squad

A highly visual lesson designed for low-literacy fifth graders to master the difference between social and solitary insects. The lesson provides rich scaffolding through hands-on sorting cards, visual anchor charts, and cut-and-paste sentence frames to reduce writing barriers.

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amy_oshea

Ecosystem Expedition Project

A project-based lesson where students research a chosen ecosystem, analyze its energy flow and biodiversity, focus on a specific species' population, and design a 'travel pitch' slide presentation with an actionable conservation plan.

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kankelj

Maintenance Mission

Synthesize understanding of physical structures and their maintenance functions through a comprehensive unit assessment and system-interdependence challenge.

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George Guddendorf

Specialized Systems

An in-depth comparative exploration of how specialized human and plant structures—such as the circulatory/digestive systems and vascular tissues—work to maintain homeostasis and promote growth.

GG

George Guddendorf

Animals

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Camp Curiosity

An action-packed, hands-on 8-day 4-H camp program focusing on Head, Heart, Hands, and Health. Students tackle engineering, teamwork, ecology, nutrition, and art challenges through daily active learning.

MJ

Michelle Jefferson

Colville Forest Explorers

An immersive 1st-grade GLAD unit focused on the Colville National Forest ecosystem. Students explore food chains, interdependence, seasonal changes, and local keystone species through visual charts, rhythmic chants, and rewarding literacy achievements.

CM

Chelsea Moore

Nature Hacks

A 3-day cross-curricular STEAM unit where students research biological adaptations, design biomimetic engineering solutions, perform scale calculations, and write a synthesized informational article.

MJ

Mr. J. Pfluke

Eco Campaign Studio

A cross-curricular, 3-day project-based unit combining science, argumentative writing, and graphic design. Students investigate the ecological impacts of light pollution, write a data-driven persuasive proposal, and design a community awareness campaign poster.

MJ

Mr. J. Pfluke

Livestock Skillathon Mastery

An immersive preparation program that equips agriculture students with the hands-on identification and evaluation skills needed to conquer competitive Livestock Skillathon contests.

Lenny

Organism Architects

A comprehensive 1-week unit exploring how physical structures in organisms—from microscopic cells to complex organ systems—cooperate to sustain life, maintenance, and growth, aligned with Arizona Science Standard 7.L1U1.8.

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George Guddendorf

Spine Squad

A five-day modified animal classification unit focusing on the five main vertebrate groups, designed with extensive visual support, sentence frames, and tracing options for modified learning.

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katie_conklin

Ocean Zone Explorers

An immersive 1st-grade GLAD science and literacy sequence that guides young learners from the sunny surface to the deepest, darkest trenches, using cooperative learning, narrative inputs, and hands-on modeling.

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Chelsea Moore

Regents Recon Biology Prep

A 19-day high-stakes Regents Biology test preparation sequence covering matter cycling, kelp forest trophic cascades, homeostatic feedback loops, and experimental design constraints and trade-offs.

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Charlotte Beckel

Providing for Pollinators

Grade 2, Module 4: 'Providing for Pollinators' focuses on the life cycles of pollinators, specifically butterflies, and how they interact with their habitats to support our environment. This sequence covers the core of Unit 2, moving from the physical characteristics and life cycles to the specific ways these insects provide for our ecosystem.

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Maria Amato

Life Logic

A comprehensive high school biology unit covering the fundamental building blocks of life, including biological macromolecules, prokaryotic organisms, and the complex structures of eukaryotic cells.

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Chloe Brown

Life Cycle Legends

A 5-day science and reading comprehension packet focusing on various life cycles (plants, amphibians, insects, and mammals) designed with 3rd-grade EOG rigor.

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sashagaye Panton

Plants

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Showcase Prep Kit

A playful showcase preparation kit for Day 9. Includes a printable speaking practice dashboard, cut-out presentation rehearsal cards, a table setup checklist, a foldable nameplate, and a parent guest feedback collector.

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Camp Curiosity Student Journal

A printable 8-page booklet for student campers containing customized daily logs, blueprint sketching panels, data tables, and reflection prompts for the 8-day program.

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Michelle Jefferson

Camp Curiosity Challenge Cards

An 8-page packet of printable challenge task cards, featuring step-by-step assembly guides, materials list, pro-tips, and outdoor missions for each day's hands-on camp challenge.

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Michelle Jefferson

Camp Curiosity Teacher Manual

A revised 8-page teacher's manual for Grades 3-5 detailing simplified, low-resource hands-on camp activities, discussion prompts, and outdoor safety guides.

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Michelle Jefferson

Body Systems

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Brain Headquarters

An interactive lesson introducing elementary or middle school students to the three major divisions of the brain: the Cerebrum, Cerebellum, and Brain Stem.

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Genevieve Wharton

Armée Secrète

Une leçon complète et ultra-pédagogique de SVT (niveau 3ème) sur le système immunitaire. Conçue avec des analogies percutantes, des schémas structurés et des outils de révision active pour garantir la compréhension et la mémorisation de tous les élèves.

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Myriam Wb

Sensing Summer

A comprehensive kindergarten science lesson where students explore summer using their five senses. The lesson includes a teacher guide, interactive slides, an outdoor sensory walk checklist, and a reflective sensory journal.

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kristan.king

Sensing Summer

An interactive sensory science lesson where kindergarteners explore the seasonal changes of summer using their five senses through classroom discovery, an outdoor sensory walk, and journal reflections.

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kristan.king

Homeostasis Hackers

A comprehensive NYS Biology Regents preparation lesson focused on mastering the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) framework through the lens of Homeostasis and Feedback Mechanisms (specifically blood glucose regulation). Designed with heavy scaffolding, visual organizers, and multiple-choice matching for struggling learners.

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Charlotte Beckel

Organ Investigators

An engaging reading comprehension and vocabulary lesson designed for 5th-grade upper-intermediate English Language Learners (ELLs). Students become 'Organ Investigators' to read about the brain, skin, heart, lungs, stomach, large intestine, and kidneys, using structured scaffolding and sentence frames.

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Milena Criniti

Maintenance Mission

Synthesize understanding of physical structures and their maintenance functions through a comprehensive unit assessment and system-interdependence challenge.

GG

George Guddendorf

Specialized Systems

An in-depth comparative exploration of how specialized human and plant structures—such as the circulatory/digestive systems and vascular tissues—work to maintain homeostasis and promote growth.

GG

George Guddendorf

Levels of Organization

Students discover how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems form a hierarchical structural design in multicellular organisms, behaving like individual building blocks that combine into functional structures.

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George Guddendorf

Milestones Life Mastery

A rigorous, Georgia Milestones Biology EOC-aligned formative assessment pack focusing on the characteristics of life and homeostasis. This lesson contains highly structured bellringers, daily exit tickets, a diagnostic-style quiz, and a comprehensive teacher answer key and guide emphasizing graph, variable, and experimental data analysis.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Feedback Loop Mastery

A targeted prep lesson designed to master positive and negative feedback loops for the Georgia Milestones Biology EOC assessment. Includes rigorous, standards-aligned practice questions and a detailed teacher explanation guide.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Internal Balance

A comprehensive biology lesson on homeostasis and biological feedback mechanisms, aligned with Indiana Academic Standard Biology B.1.4. The lesson includes a highly visual slide deck and matching guided student notesheets with graphic organizers and real-world case studies.

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laura.petty

Traits

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Indiana Biology Curriculum

A comprehensive biology curriculum aligned with Indiana Academic Standards, spanning twelve core units from the characteristics of living things to human impact, designed for 9th-grade on-level students.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Molecular Threads Biology

A high school biology curriculum that weaves molecular and biochemical mechanisms into every major traditional unit, fully aligned to the Indiana Academic Standards for Biology.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Regents Recon Biology Prep

A 19-day high-stakes Regents Biology test preparation sequence covering matter cycling, kelp forest trophic cascades, homeostatic feedback loops, and experimental design constraints and trade-offs.

CB

Charlotte Beckel

Life Science Roadmap

A comprehensive year-long instructional roadmap for Indiana High School Biology, aligned with the 2023 Academic Standards and optimized for ILEARN preparation.

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AMY.MILLER

Carbon Blueprint

A comprehensive 3-week Biology unit exploring the structure and function of macromolecules, aligned with Indiana HS.LS standards. Students investigate carbon chemistry, the role of DNA in protein synthesis, and energy transfer within metabolic processes through a blueprint-themed architectural lens.

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laura.petty

Biological Blueprints

A unit covering the structural and functional organization of living things, from DNA replication to hierarchical body systems.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Shadow Squad Investigations

A four-part immersive crime scene investigation where 7th-grade students act as forensic detectives to solve the mystery of the missing Golden Whistle trophy. This sequence guides students through scene processing, fingerprinting, ink chromatography, and final evidence synthesis.

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Collin Harney

Biology Recovery Sprint

A high-intensity biology credit recovery program focused on high-yield standards: Evolution, Systems, Viruses, and Cellular Genetics.

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Priyadarshini Bharath

Blueprint Builders Sequence

A comprehensive exploration of heredity, traits, and environmental influences across grade levels, from basic inheritance to complex adaptations and changes over time.

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Mr Whitfield

Web of Life

A comprehensive unit exploring how energy flows through ecosystems and how organisms interact within their environments. Students will model food webs, analyze resource availability, and predict population changes based on interactions.

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Mr Whitfield

Forensic Frontier

A comprehensive final summative project for high school seniors that transforms traditional case study research into a hands-on forensic investigation. Students analyze multiple evidence types including DNA, fingerprints, blood spatter, and toxicology to solve a complex cold case.

PB

Priyadarshini Bharath

Forensic Starters Collection

A comprehensive 42-day collection of class starters for an 8th-grade forensics course, covering foundations, physical evidence, biological evidence, and forensic reasoning.

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schrauthb

Adaptations

Lynn Zendano

Cells

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Armée Secrète

Une leçon complète et ultra-pédagogique de SVT (niveau 3ème) sur le système immunitaire. Conçue avec des analogies percutantes, des schémas structurés et des outils de révision active pour garantir la compréhension et la mémorisation de tous les élèves.

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Myriam Wb

Cellular Blueprints

An end-of-year science project lesson where 6th-grade students explore plant and animal cells through creative coloring worksheets and a student-designed cell analogy project. Includes high-quality coloring diagrams and a comprehensive graphic organizer guide.

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Kristin Osgood

Bio Blunder Busters

A highly engaging Regents Biology lesson focused on Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) error analysis. Students act as science detectives to identify, analyze, and correct common exam blunders across major biology topics like ecology, cell division, and human impact.

CB

Charlotte Beckel

Maintenance Mission

Synthesize understanding of physical structures and their maintenance functions through a comprehensive unit assessment and system-interdependence challenge.

GG

George Guddendorf

Specialized Systems

An in-depth comparative exploration of how specialized human and plant structures—such as the circulatory/digestive systems and vascular tissues—work to maintain homeostasis and promote growth.

GG

George Guddendorf

Levels of Organization

Students discover how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems form a hierarchical structural design in multicellular organisms, behaving like individual building blocks that combine into functional structures.

GG

George Guddendorf

Macromolecule Mastery

An assessment-focused lesson designed to test 9th-grade students on the structure and function of the four major biological macromolecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Bond Builders

A 9th-grade biology lesson focused on the structure, monomers, and functions of the four major biological macromolecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids). Students will explore how these molecules build life and demonstrate mastery through a rigorous, I-Learn styled quiz.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Cell Explorers Assessment

A scaffolded 2-page assessment and corresponding answer key covering prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including bacteria, plant, animal, and human cells. Features visual matching, labeling with word banks, sentence frames, and guided sentence starters, scaled to 50 points total.

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Chloe Brown

Ecosystems

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Camp Curiosity

An action-packed, hands-on 8-day 4-H camp program focusing on Head, Heart, Hands, and Health. Students tackle engineering, teamwork, ecology, nutrition, and art challenges through daily active learning.

MJ

Michelle Jefferson

Colville Forest Explorers

An immersive 1st-grade GLAD unit focused on the Colville National Forest ecosystem. Students explore food chains, interdependence, seasonal changes, and local keystone species through visual charts, rhythmic chants, and rewarding literacy achievements.

CM

Chelsea Moore

Eco Campaign Studio

A cross-curricular, 3-day project-based unit combining science, argumentative writing, and graphic design. Students investigate the ecological impacts of light pollution, write a data-driven persuasive proposal, and design a community awareness campaign poster.

MJ

Mr. J. Pfluke

Canopy Crusaders

A comprehensive unit on rainforest ecology, climate regulation, and conservation. Students explore the structural layers of the rainforest, their roles as carbon sinks, the threats of deforestation, and collaborative solutions for preservation.

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MaryAnn Mehler

Eco Detectives

A middle school scientific inquiry sequence where students investigate abiotic and biotic components, trace trophic energy pyramids, and build critical media literacy by evaluating ecological research sources.

Lenny

Eco Detectives

A short listening comprehension sequence for third graders focusing on non-fiction nature narratives. Students develop listening skills, factual recall, and critical thinking by exploring the interconnectedness of ecosystems.

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Susan Ayers

Indiana Biology Curriculum

A comprehensive biology curriculum aligned with Indiana Academic Standards, spanning twelve core units from the characteristics of living things to human impact, designed for 9th-grade on-level students.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Biology Launch Frameworks

A dual-track course launch suite providing comprehensive curricular roadmaps, syllabus infographics, teacher guides, and unit unwrapping plans for General and Honors Biology.

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Jennifer.Tetrick

Molecular Threads Biology

A high school biology curriculum that weaves molecular and biochemical mechanisms into every major traditional unit, fully aligned to the Indiana Academic Standards for Biology.

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MELANIE.ROBERTS

Ocean Zone Explorers

An immersive 1st-grade GLAD science and literacy sequence that guides young learners from the sunny surface to the deepest, darkest trenches, using cooperative learning, narrative inputs, and hands-on modeling.

CM

Chelsea Moore

Regents Recon Biology Prep

A 19-day high-stakes Regents Biology test preparation sequence covering matter cycling, kelp forest trophic cascades, homeostatic feedback loops, and experimental design constraints and trade-offs.

CB

Charlotte Beckel

Life Science Roadmap

A comprehensive year-long instructional roadmap for Indiana High School Biology, aligned with the 2023 Academic Standards and optimized for ILEARN preparation.

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Living Things

Creative Camp Challenges

Michelle Jefferson

The Eight Day Expedition

Michelle Jefferson

Ecosystem Expedition

Stockage et Tubercules

Sévrine Valter

Physiologie et Germination

Sévrine Valter

Colville Forest Connections

Chelsea Moore

Kelp Forest Chains

Eco Energy Dynamics

isaac_daigle

Bug Squad

amy_oshea

Ecosystem Expedition Project

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Maintenance Mission

George Guddendorf

Specialized Systems

George Guddendorf

Animals

Camp Curiosity

Michelle Jefferson

Colville Forest Explorers

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Nature Hacks

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Eco Campaign Studio

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Livestock Skillathon Mastery

Organism Architects

George Guddendorf

Spine Squad

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Ocean Zone Explorers

Chelsea Moore

Regents Recon Biology Prep

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Providing for Pollinators

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Life Logic

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Life Cycle Legends

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Plants

Showcase Prep Kit

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Camper Challenge Workbook

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Backyard Biodiversity Answer Key

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Backyard Biodiversity Word Search

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Campfire Chronicles Answer Key

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Campfire Chronicles Word Search

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Coastal Quest Answer Key

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Coastal Quest Word Search

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Seaweed Invasion Worksheet

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Camp Curiosity Student Journal

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Camp Curiosity Challenge Cards

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Camp Curiosity Teacher Manual

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Body Systems

Brain Headquarters

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Armée Secrète

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Sensing Summer