A fun, introductory lesson on the human skeletal system focusing on four major structures: the skull, rib cage, spine, and femur. Students will learn the functions of these bones through a museum-themed presentation and a labeling activity.

A quick 30-minute introduction to the skeletal system, focusing on its main functions and the names of key bones in the human body. Students will explore how their 'internal frame' helps them move and stay protected.

A foundational science lesson for Kindergarteners exploring the life cycle of a plant from seed to flower and the basic needs required for growth. Students will observe visual stages of growth and identify what plants need to survive.

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.

A lesson exploring the diverse animals that call trees their home, focusing on identification and the specific parts of the tree they inhabit.

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 30-minute independent writing lesson for 2nd graders to explore the role of pollinators in our ecosystem, featuring a word bank and descriptive writing prompts.

Students will learn about the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystem through a short reading passage and independent comprehension activities.

A foundational MLL lesson for 1st grade students focused on oral language and visual recognition of animals and their habitats (Forest, Ocean, Desert). The lesson emphasizes Total Physical Response (TPR), visual matching, and basic phonics connections.

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.

Students explore the fascinating life cycle of periodical cicadas, focusing on their unique 13 and 17-year schedules and how this behavior helps them survive against predators.

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.

An outdoor exploration where students become 'Baby Detectives' to find and observe different types of babies in nature, including human, animal, and plant life. Students will learn that all living things start small and require care and specific environments to grow.

A first-grade lesson focused on identifying attributes and comparing/contrasting everyday objects, weather, and characters to build foundational logic and observation skills.

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 fun, interactive phonics lesson centered around a 'Battleship' style game where Grade 3 students identify and read multisyllabic words containing the schwa sound. Students practice decoding and identifying the unstressed vowel sound in a nautical-themed setting.

Students investigate why different spiders produce different types of silk by looking at traits, proteins, and genes. This lesson adapts complex genetic concepts for a 3rd-grade reading level.

A 6th-grade science lesson adjusted for a SpEd classroom with a 3rd-grade reading level, focusing on how genes and proteins determine traits like spider silk flexibility and human running ability.

Students will identify the five sense organs and explain how they help humans perceive and interact with the world around them through reading and assessment.

An introductory lesson for kindergarten students to learn about the basic needs of plants (sun, water, soil) through interactive play.

An introductory lesson for K-2 students focusing on the major bones of the human body and their primary functions through movement and visual labeling.

An interactive kindergarten lesson where students become 'Nature Detectives' to identify living and non-living things through observation and a hands-on sorting game.

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 30-minute introductory lesson for 3rd graders about the skeletal system, focusing on major bones and their functions through the lens of being 'Bone Detectives'.

Students investigate how different gene versions lead to different proteins and traits, moving from Darwin's Bark Spiders to human athletes. They will model inheritance and apply their findings to real-world runner scenarios.

A 3rd-grade introduction to genetics focusing on how we have two versions of every gene and how small changes in those genes (mutations) can change our traits. Students act as code-breakers to discover how living things get their unique features.

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.

A kindergarten lesson exploring the characteristics of living things through observation and sorting. Students use 'detective skills' to categorize items and discuss tricky cases like seeds and fire.

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 investigate the relationship between temperature and molecular motion by observing food coloring in hot and cold water. They take on the role of 'Thermal Scientists' to solve a real-world heating problem.