Dirt Detectives

A comprehensive year-long, 140-day curriculum framework for Scientific Research and Design. Built to satisfy Texas TEKS breakouts through dual research pathways: Track A (focused on quantitative data modeling, sensors, and inferential statistics) and Track B (focused on qualitative inquiry, systematic behavioral coding, and thematic matrices).

A rigorous exploration of kinematics for AP Physics 1, linking position, velocity, and acceleration through motion diagrams, graphical slope and area analyses, and vector representations.

A 1-page quick formative assessment exit ticket for kinematics. Includes Name/Date fields, a velocity-time analysis question, and a conceptual multiple choice question with strictly identical answer option styling.

A 5-day science unit for K-2 SDC students exploring each of the five senses through interactive slides, hands-on mini-experiments, errorless matching worksheets, and teacher guidance.

An introductory algebra-based physics lesson on velocity, acceleration, motion diagrams, graphs, and the three big kinematics equations. Includes a comprehensive reading passage, a guided student practice worksheet, and a teacher answer key using a step-by-step GUESS problem-solving framework.

A 2-page professional facilitation guide for AP Physics teachers. Provides lesson pacing, common misconceptions, targeted guiding questions, and active monitoring tips to maximize student success with the reading packet.

An introductory launch unit for fifth-grade science establishing safety norms, physical notebooks, and the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) writing framework.

A structured journey through cell biology, comparing prokaryotic and eukaryotic structures, detailing plant and animal cell differences, and mapping organelle functions using a highly relatable cell city analogy.

An 8-slide companion presentation deck designed for widescreen projection. Features dark-mode vector styling, high-contrast layouts, and minimum 24px font sizes to accompany the reading packet.

A comprehensive unit focusing on the physiological functions, real-world mechanics, and interactions of major human body systems.

A comprehensive high-school equivalency preparation module focusing on Wisconsin HSED Life Science standards. This modular quiz series integrates key Reading Language Arts (RLA) skills, including text feature analysis, drawing conclusions, and interpreting scientific data, alongside life science concepts.

A 3-page full exemplar teacher answer key that matches the student packet layout, populated with precise AP Physics-level sample answers, mathematical proofs, and annotated graphs in a bold, hand-graded crimson color.