This lesson uses the familiar concept of Pokémon evolution to teach special education students about biological adaptations and natural selection. Students will explore how traits help organisms survive in different environments and design their own adapted creatures.

Explore the magic of soil texture with Applejack! This lesson teaches students how to identify sand, silt, and clay, and how to master the soil texture triangle to classify different types of earth.

A deep dive into the major human body systems, focusing on how they interact to keep us alive and moving. Students will explore the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, circulatory, and digestive systems through collaborative activities.

This lesson focuses on comparing the world's largest mammal, the blue whale, with some of the world's smallest mammals. Students will use the provided informational text and conduct their own research to create a comparative report.

A hands-on exploration of surface tension using paperclips and water. Students challenge the law of gravity by making metal float and then investigate what breaks the 'skin' of water.

A focused exploration of human skin anatomy, teaching students to identify and describe the three primary layers: epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. Students will investigate the unique functions and structures within each layer through visual aids and matching activities.

An immersive solar system scavenger hunt where students act as space explorers gathering vital planetary data through QR-coded task cards or pre-vetted intel sheets.

A comprehensive lesson exploring solar system organization, planet properties, and the celestial interactions between the sun, Earth, and moon through modeling and data analysis.

A comprehensive MCAS prep lesson focusing on 5th-grade Life and Earth Science standards, featuring data analysis, investigation scenarios, and open-response practice.

A comprehensive AzSCI prep lesson for 5th grade covering ecosystems, matter and energy, and Earth systems through diagram analysis and hands-on review.

A comprehensive 5th grade STAAR Science prep lesson covering the water cycle, weather patterns, and the solar system through diagram analysis and hands-on review.

Fifth grade students act as environmental engineers to model energy flow in Montana ecosystems. They identify roles within food webs and predict the impacts of population changes on biological communities.

An engaging 'Guess Who' style game where students use descriptive language and biological traits to identify mystery animals. Focuses on classification, habitats, and physical characteristics.

An informative unit for 5th graders exploring the history and physics of roller coasters, from early Russian ice slides to modern g-force engineering.

An informative unit for 5th graders exploring the growing problem of space junk, the science of orbital mechanics, and innovative solutions for cleaning up Earth's orbit.

An informative unit for 5th graders exploring the history of chocolate from ancient Mayan rituals to the modern candy industry, featuring a creative design task and a research essay.

An informative lesson for 5th graders exploring the engineering mysteries and archaeological discoveries of the Great Pyramid of Giza, featuring modern scanning technology and ancient construction theories.

An informative unit for 5th graders tracing the history of video games from simple arcade pixels to immersive modern worlds, with a focus on technical innovation and cultural impact.

An informative lesson for 5th graders exploring the production, themes, and 1980s cultural influences of the hit show 'Stranger Things', accompanied by a creative character design activity.