A high-energy lesson where students become 'Change Detectives' to identify and justify the differences between physical and chemical changes through two distinct 30-minute investigations.
An introductory lesson on Microsoft Word basics, covering document creation, saving, text formatting, and clipboard actions (copy/cut/paste). Students will learn through a 'Word Wizardry' theme, transforming technical skills into creative magic.
Students will learn to distinguish between physical and chemical changes in matter through visual examples and key indicators.
An introductory lesson on physical and chemical changes for 5th-grade students, focusing on identifying signs of change and understanding reversibility.
A lesson focused on helping Level 3 ESL students master the Claim, Evidence, Reasoning framework through the analysis of bar and line graphs. Students act as 'Data Detectives' to uncover trends and support their conclusions with specific data points.
Los estudiantes exploran el poder de los bucles "mientras" (while) en Microsoft MakeCode Arcade para crear comportamientos repetitivos en sus juegos. Aprenden a usar condiciones para controlar la repetición y automatizar mecánicas como la generación de enemigos o el seguimiento de puntajes.
Students explore how roots, stems, leaves, and reproductive systems work together, using Pando as a case study for survival and adaptation.
A comprehensive homework assignment covering biological organization, cell types, and organelle functions for 8th-grade students.
A series of feedback and reflection tools for students, parents, and teachers to evaluate learning after completing the Wild Adventure project. It uses an explorer theme to make the assessment process engaging and collaborative.
A comprehensive strategic planning resource for educators to analyze Grade 5 MCAS results and align Grade 6 instruction with identified student needs in ELA, Math, and Science.
A hands-on lesson exploring the relationship between water level and volume, teaching students how to observe, measure, and compare how much liquid a container holds.
This lesson covers the fundamental differences between transverse and longitudinal waves, focusing on their physical properties, parts, and real-world examples. Students will practice identifying wave characteristics and comparing how energy travels through different mediums.
A comprehensive introduction to the fundamental behaviors of sound and light waves, focusing on key phenomena like reflection, refraction, and interference.
A comprehensive 45-minute lesson exploring the mechanics of earthquakes, tectonic plate movements, and the build-up of seismic energy. Students engage in a hands-on simulation to visualize how stress and friction lead to sudden crustal shifts.
An introductory exploration of cybersecurity fundamentals for middle and high school students, covering the CIA triad, common threats, and defensive strategies through hands-on projects and conceptual mapping.
Students explore the intersection of physical electronics and digital audio by building interactive sound installations. They will learn about conductivity, circuit logic, and basic programming to transform everyday objects into musical instruments.
Students become geological detectives to investigate how rocks change over time through heat, pressure, and erosion, culminating in a mystery-solving identification challenge.
A comprehensive review lesson on the digestive system and enzyme function, focusing on the path of food, mechanical vs. chemical digestion, and enzyme specificity through interactive activities and guided notes.
A 30-minute PLC session designed to analyze Grade 5 and 8 MCAS Science results, identifying cross-curricular opportunities for improvement through data-driven discussion and actionable teaching strategies.
A movement-based scavenger hunt where students solve 'planetary mysteries' covering Earth's spheres, internal layers, and the rock cycle. This lesson includes task cards and a structured recording sheet for 6th grade science review.
This lesson explores how living and nonliving components interact within an ecosystem, focusing on energy flow and population dynamics.
A foundational introduction to ecosystems, biomes, and the roles living things play in their environments. Students explore biotic and abiotic factors and the simple energy paths within food chains and webs.
A 45-minute introductory lesson on macroinvertebrates and their role as bioindicators, preparing students for a leaf pack study. Students will learn key ecosystem vocabulary and identification techniques across grades 5-9.
An ecology-themed mystery where students analyze plant biology, photosynthesis rates, and soil chemistry to find who sabotaged the lab's carbon-offset project.
A geology-themed mystery where students analyze mineral properties like hardness, luster, and density to find out who stole a rare lunar meteor sample.
A chemistry-themed mystery where students analyze flame tests, atomic mass, and chemical reactivity to find out who stole a sample of a rare heavy metal.
A physics-themed mystery where students analyze electrical circuits, resistance, and conductivity to find out who short-circuited the lab's main power grid.
A microbiology-themed mystery where students analyze bacterial traits, Gram stains, and antibiotic resistance to find who contaminated a bio-engineered enzyme.
A fast-paced science mystery where students use 8 scientific clues to identify who sabotaged a high-stakes experiment. Students analyze pH, density, chromatography, and more to eliminate suspects.
A series of visual anchor charts designed for reference during laboratory investigations into plant vascular systems, photosynthesis, and transpiration.
A high-energy, movement-based review activity where students solve 'medical cases' by identifying body systems and their functions. This lesson includes task cards for a classroom scavenger hunt and a structured recording sheet for students.
A lesson exploring the symbiotic relationship between humans and gut bacteria, focusing on the gut-brain connection and the impact of nutrition on mood. Students create metaphors for their microbiome and identify ways to support beneficial bacteria.