Soccer Collision Forces

A middle school project-based learning unit bridging motion, distance-time graphs, and energy transformations through a hands-on 15-meter propeller car design challenge.

An eighth-grade physical science lesson focused on classifying physical properties (size-dependent and size-independent) and chemical properties, identifying evidence of chemical changes, and using property and reaction data to identify unknown substances.

A six-slide instructional presentation for eighth-grade physical science covering physical properties (size-dependent and size-independent), chemical properties and changes, the six signs of chemical reactions, and data-driven unknown substance identification.

An immersive marine science sequence preparing students for the Ocean Institute Junior Scientist Lab in Dana Point. Students investigate global ocean basins, depth zones, plankton ecology, seasonal wave and shell deposition, coastal hazards and flooding in Southern California, and build a collaborative classroom ocean mural.

An interactive elementary science lesson introducing the core forms of energy—Mechanical, Electrical, Light, Thermal, and Sound (MELTS)—through engaging visual instruction, hands-on detective investigations, and real-world evidence gathering.

A comprehensive two-page teacher answer key and instructional guide for the Matter Detectives practice worksheet, featuring model student answers, detailed scientific justifications, calculation steps, and pedagogical misconception notes, styled with extra-large, high-visibility fonts.

A marine science sequence exploring vital ocean ecosystems through video investigations, visual vocabulary supports, and scaffolded comprehension activities tailored for ELD IV students.

A hands-on inquiry investigation where students test how different moisture levels affect seed germination and early seedling growth using clear zip-top baggies and paper towels.

A two-page student practice worksheet for eighth-grade physical science covering classification of physical (size-dependent and size-independent) and chemical properties, identification of the six signs of chemical change, and forensic data analysis to identify unknown substances, formatted with extra-large, high-visibility fonts and dialed-in spacing.

An 8th-grade science assessment and review lesson on physical properties of matter, pure substances, and homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures aligned to NC Standard Course of Study 8.P.1.

An accessible, lowered-Lexile 8th-grade science CER exemplar and reference guide demonstrating how snapping a glow stick involves both physical and chemical changes. Uses simplified vocabulary, direct sentence structures, clear definitions, and student-friendly annotations.

An inquiry-based 8th-grade physical science lesson where students explore physical combinations, classify homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures through observable patterns, and design multi-step physical separation protocols.