A 5th-grade science lesson exploring the biological impact of nature on the human brain, featuring a hands-on outdoor experiment to measure stress levels.

Students explore the ecosystem beneath the forest floor, focusing on animals that create tunnels and live among tree roots.

A lesson exploring the characteristics, classification, and social behavior of prehistoric Sabertooth cats.

A lesson focused on the formation of sedimentary rocks and how their layers serve as a timeline for life on Earth, specifically focusing on the sequence of formation and fossil aging.

A lesson exploring the unique life cycle of periodical cicadas and how their emergence patterns help them survive and reproduce.

A hands-on science lab using crackers, water, and plastic bags to simulate the digestive process, with differentiated materials for various learner needs.

A lesson introducing students to various ecosystems through vocabulary and visual identification. Students will learn the key characteristics of different biomes including forests, deserts, and oceans.

A lesson that uses a 'mystery drink' metaphor to teach students about computer viruses and the critical importance of asking for permission before downloading files from the internet.

A 5th-grade STEM lesson where students explore the concept of neurodiversity and engineering through the lens of Jack and Jill's creative solution to a water transport problem. Students will design and build their own aqueducts to move water without carrying it, reflecting on how 'thinking outside the box' leads to innovation.

A comprehensive lesson exploring how the five sense organs collect data and send signals to the brain for processing. Students will learn the pathway from stimulus to perception through reading, mapping, and assessment.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the five human sense organs, their functions, and essential care practices to maintain sensory health.

A comprehensive lesson investigating aquatic ecosystems through leaf pack analysis. Students identify macroinvertebrates, explore their specialized adaptations, and evaluate how human activities impact water quality and biodiversity.

A post-dissection lesson focused on analyzing owl pellet data to understand ecological relationships and energy flow, with materials specifically designed for both 9th grade (quantitative analysis) and 5th grade (qualitative observation and basic food chains).

A comprehensive set of materials designed for MCAS-Alt portfolios, focusing on the plant life cycle (birth, growth, reproduction, and death) through sequencing and model-building.

A comprehensive resource set for teaching and assessing the flow of matter in ecosystems, specifically designed for MCAS-Alt data collection. Students will identify roles (producer, consumer, decomposer) and build models of energy flow using food chains.

A lesson focused on observing and questioning inherited traits in animals (dogs, cats, and humans) designed for MCAS Alt evidence collection. Students use structured sentence stems to record observations and develop inquiry questions about how traits are passed from parents to offspring.

Explore the fascinating world of birds that have traded flight for other incredible skills in this engaging introductory lesson.

A hands-on project where students explore their own traits and talents. Students will document their unique 'code' and present their findings through a structured project guide.

Focuses on summarizing Kamal's story and digging deeper into character feelings. Students will compare literal text with implied meaning and practice identifying the main idea and key supporting details.

Students will define and distinguish between inherited traits (hair color, eye color) and talents (singing, sports) using Kamal's story as a guide. They will use a graphic organizer to categorize these features and complete a varied question worksheet.

A lesson focused on understanding the human digestive system, tracking the path of food and the role of helper organs.

Students will identify local pollinators, understand the pollination process, and begin designing a habitat conservation plan.

A visual, snowman-themed lesson designed for autistic elementary students to explore the three states of matter (solid, liquid, gas) through hands-on experimentation and clear visual aids.

Applying knowledge of electricity and magnetism to build and understand series and parallel circuits.

An investigation into magnetic fields, poles, and the invisible forces that attract and repel materials.

Students explore the concept of electrical energy, understanding where it comes from and how it moves from one form to another.

A lesson designed to help students distinguish between effective and ineffective slide design for their invention presentations. It uses a side-by-side comparison of a 'good' and 'bad' presentation to teach visual design and organization principles.

A quick assessment on the fundamentals of block-based programming using Scratch, focusing on sprites, scripts, and control flow.

A lesson introducing core marketing concepts through interactive listening activities and visual matching. Students will master terms like market research, demographics, advertising, and the sales funnel.

An exploration of the biology and behavior of the Great White Shark, focusing on vocabulary development and anatomical features through an underwater explorer lens.

A comprehensive lesson focusing on identifying and summarizing the physical properties of rocks, minerals, soil, and water through hands-on exploration.

Students explore the evolution of navigation by comparing traditional paper maps to modern GPS technology, culminating in a 'Human GPS' simulation to understand data accuracy.

Students explore Roman engineering through the lens of concrete, arches, and aqueducts, culminating in a hands-on building challenge to understand structural integrity.

A STEM-focused lesson where students explore the engineering secrets of ancient wonders, focusing on materials, erosion, and seismic stability. Students build their own structures to test against simulated earthquakes.

Students explore the migration of Polynesian people and the engineering genius behind the multi-hulled canoe. They participate in a hands-on 'Float Your Boat' challenge to compare the stability of single-hull vs. double-hull designs using common materials.

Students explore the engineering marvel of Mount Rushmore, focusing on the specific techniques of dynamite blasting and the 'honeycomb' method to carve granite at scale. The lesson culminates in a hands-on soap carving activity where students simulate these industrial techniques.

A hands-on Earth Science lesson where 5th-grade students investigate how glaciers carve unique U-shaped valleys and reveal hidden geological features like the hexagonal columns of Devil's Postpile. students compare glacial erosion with river weathering through a 'Glacial Gloop' simulation.

A STEM and History lesson for grades 4-6 exploring the revolutionary safety measures introduced during the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge, featuring a comparison of historical vs. modern construction practices and a creative design challenge.

A hands-on engineering lesson where students explore different bridge types, specifically focusing on the mechanics of suspension bridges through the lens of the Golden Gate Bridge. Students build and test their own straw bridges to understand forces like tension and compression.

A 5th-grade science lesson exploring the climate of Antarctica as a cold desert and the unique biological adaptations of animals found throughout Oceania and Antarctica.

Students will explore the Antarctic ecosystem, focusing on the convergence zone and the critical role of krill in the food web through a hands-on 'Chain Reaction' activity.

A lesson exploring the unique biodiversity and biomes of East and Southeast Asia, featuring a video-based habitat analysis and a creative design project. Students identify key animals and their specific environmental needs to design sustainable conservation habitats.

Students will learn the six steps of the scientific method through a historical video and a hands-on 'mystery box' challenge where they must identify hidden objects using non-invasive testing.

A 5th-grade science lesson exploring the greenhouse effect through a planetary comparison, video analysis, and interactive diagramming to understand how atmosphere gases trap heat.

Students explore how ancient Babylonians used the moon and sun to track time, create calendars, and support agriculture, connecting ancient astronomy to modern life.

Students explore how glaciation (the formation and melting of glaciers) affects global sea levels. Through a hands-on lab and video analysis of the Beringia Land Bridge, students visualize how water trapped in ice changes the shape of our continents.

A hands-on engineering lesson where students explore how permeable pavement mimics natural systems to manage stormwater and reduce urban flooding. Students build and test model pavement cross-sections to compare traditional and sustainable urban design.

A lesson exploring the different scientific ways to measure mountain height, focusing on Mount Everest, Mauna Kea, and Mount Chimborazo. Students use specific scientific criteria to debate which mountain truly earns the title of 'tallest.'