Cosmic Explorers

A comprehensive elementary/middle school astronomy unit exploring the predictable patterns of Earth and sky. Students investigate why constellations change seasonally and decode the predictable cycle of lunar phases through hands-on models, observations, and guided inquiry.

An engaging and accessible mini-lesson on the water cycle designed for early elementary students. It features a simplified reading passage, a comprehension worksheet with word bank fill-in-the-blanks and picture identification, a hands-on cut-and-glue matching activity, and complete teacher answer keys.

A visually stunning, high-contrast, educational water cycle diagram poster. It presents the full cycle (Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation, and Collection) with large titles, clear arrows, friendly illustrations, and distinct sections, making it perfect for classroom display or desk reference.

A hands-on, inquiry-based elementary science unit investigating the secrets of photosynthesis. Students act as 'Plant Power Detectives' conducting wet labs, including leaf chromatography and Elodea oxygen bubble experiments, to discover how plants capture light, make food, and produce oxygen.

An engaging hands-on STEAM engineering challenge where students design, build, and test a tower made of simple materials to support a load. Includes differentiated guides for early elementary (K-2) focusing on shapes and exploration, and upper elementary (3-5) focusing on the engineering design process and collaboration.

A complete teacher answer key and lesson guide. Page 1 provides a quick instructional outline and the correct answers for the Fill-in-the-Blank and Cut-and-Glue matching activities. Page 2 provides suggested answers and grading parameters for the Picture Clues student descriptions.

A 7-week STEM and innovation program for kids ages 8-13 at Mattahunt. Youth participants lead peer-to-peer design challenges, develop teamwork skills, and build self-efficacy through hands-on leadership roles.

An unplugged computational thinking lesson for grades 2-4 where students help Zizi, a friendly coding mascot, navigate grids, learn about algorithms, and master basic debugging concepts.

A fun, hands-on 2-page cut-and-glue matching activity. Page 1 is the 'Water Cycle Board' featuring definition boxes with cute dashed borders where students glue their answers. Page 2 contains four beautifully illustrated, easy-to-cut term tiles with visual icons and friendly slogans.

A high-energy, sensory-friendly physical science unit designed specifically for 3rd-5th grade students in alternative settings. The curriculum uses high-movement stations, interactive visual presentations, and bite-sized printable worksheets to teach Magnets/Electricity, States of Matter, Forces/Motion, and Energy/Sound while incorporating positive behavior support structures.

An investigation into the moon's monthly cycle of light and shadow. Students decode the predictable lunar phases, model the Moon-Earth-Sun alignment, and practice tracking observations.

A student-facing 2-page practice worksheet. Page 1 features a clear word bank at the top followed by five easy-to-read fill-in-the-blank questions. Page 2 provides icon-driven picture clues where students identify and describe each of the four main stages of the water cycle in their own words.