A comprehensive guide and evaluation system for elementary students conducting science research projects. Includes a student-friendly rubric, a teacher grading sheet, and instructional slides to set students up for success.
A mini-project lesson where students act as data detectives to collect, analyze, and ethically report on classroom data.
A lesson exploring the elusive snow leopard, focusing on its unique adaptations, habitat in the high mountains of Central Asia, and the conservation efforts to protect this 'Ghost of the Mountains'.
A comprehensive introduction to microbiology focusing on germs, bacteria, and viruses. Students will explore how these microorganisms affect the human body and learn to distinguish between different types of pathogens through interactive slides and hands-on organizers.
A hands-on investigation into the science of sound, where 3rd graders explore vibrations, how sound travels through different materials, and the mechanics of hearing through interactive experiments and instrument building.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the sense of sight through a detailed reading passage and STAAR-aligned comprehension questions designed for second grade.
Discover the structure of watershed systems, the importance of the Chesapeake Bay, and how human activity impacts water quality.
Investigate the chemical nature of water through pH testing, exploring acidity, alkalinity, and how water's role as a solvent impacts life and the environment.
Explore the unique molecular properties of water, including cohesion, adhesion, and surface tension, through the 'Penny Power' lab and interactive demonstrations.
Una sesión práctica de 60 minutos que integra los fundamentos de la programación orientada a objetos en Python con la persistencia de datos mediante el manejo de archivos (File I/O).
Introduces energy sources like the sun, wind, and fossil fuels, and how we use them to power our world using simple language.
Introduces viruses, bacteria, and how to stay healthy using simple 1st-grade level language and high-visual support.
Introduces fossils, rock layers, and how the Earth has changed over time using simple 1st-grade level language and high-visual support.
Explores Earth's water, the water cycle, and how to keep our water clean using simple 1st-grade level language and high-visual support.