A set of printable note cards for students to research and illustrate different animals, focusing on habitat, diet, size, and interesting facts.

5th Grade students optimize their designs for efficiency, calculating load-to-weight ratios and managing material constraints. Focus on TEKS 5.11(A) and 5.13(A).

4th Grade students design structures to resist external forces like wind and gravity, applying their understanding of structural integrity. Focus on TEKS 4.11(A) and 4.13(B).

3rd Grade students investigate the strength of triangles and vertical stability to build the tallest tower possible. Focus on TEKS 3.11(A) and 3.13(B).

2nd Grade students apply knowledge of shapes to design a bridge that spans a gap, exploring concepts of pushes, pulls, and load distribution. Focus on TEKS 2.11(B) and 2.13(A).

1st Grade students explore how changing the shape of a material (paper) affects its physical properties and ability to support weight. Focus on TEKS 1.6(A) and 1.11(B).

A comprehensive introduction to the pH scale, covering the characteristics of acids and bases, the logarithmic nature of the scale, and real-world applications across three differentiated levels (5th, 7th, and 9th grade).

A comprehensive makeup assessment covering Earth science topics including the water cycle, sedimentary rock formation, fossil fuels, natural resources, weather and climate, and the behavior of light.

An out-of-this-world assessment covering 4th and 5th grade science standards including life cycles, energy forms, and Earth systems.

Teams present their protection plans for the Nashoba Brook release site to a Zoo New England representative and community members. They refine their advocacy through peer critique, ensuring a safe future for their fostered turtles.

Students investigate specific human impacts on their local watershed, conducting research and 'Invisible Impact' experiments using Zoo New England partnership data to see how microscopic changes in the hydrosphere affect turtle physiology.

Students map the Nashoba Brook Watershed specifically in Acton, MA. They trace how invisible particles travel from local roads and schools to the turtle release site, linking Earth's spheres through the lens of conservation.

The project begins with a 'Driving Question' about the safety of Nashoba Brook in Acton. Students connect their foster turtles' habitat to the larger watershed and identify what they 'Need to Know' for a successful release.

A comprehensive assessment focused on the principles of waste management, specifically the 4 R's (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Refuse) and essential environmental vocabulary.

An extension lesson for a water filtration lab focusing on the chemical properties of water and the real-world impact of pollution on local ecosystems.

A comprehensive 5th-grade science lesson exploring global biomes, biological adaptations, and the link between climate and biodiversity through visual exploration and creative design.

A research-focused lesson exploring the diverse wildlife of the desert, where students use the book "A Day and Night in the Desert" to gather facts about various animals.

This lesson explores the complex social structure and specialized roles within a paper wasp colony, focusing on the various jobs performed by workers to ensure the hive's survival.

An introductory lesson for 1st and 2nd graders focusing on block-based coding for Sphero and Marty on a 12-square grid. Students will learn how to sequence commands to move their robot from a start square to a target square.

An advanced introductory lesson for 3rd to 5th graders focusing on block-based logic, loops, and precise grid navigation. Students will use block coding to program Marty and Sphero to complete complex paths on a 12-square mat.

A collection of resources to help students process and reflect on a traveling zoo visit right in their own school. Students will document their observations, learn about animal habitats, and share their favorite moments.

An introductory lesson exploring the diverse creatures of the ocean through various informational text formats, from visual posters to narrative non-fiction.

A short lesson identifying key North American habitats and their defining characteristics. Students will demonstrate their understanding through a field quiz covering regions from the Arctic to the Everglades.

This lesson focuses on identifying chemical reactions through evidence like color change, gas production, and temperature shifts, while reinforcing the Law of Conservation of Mass in both physical and chemical changes.

A comprehensive lesson on the environmental impact of waste and the practical application of the 4 R's (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rethink) to promote sustainable living.

In this lesson, students become design detectives to identify everyday problems in their surroundings and use design thinking to brainstorm and prototype innovative solutions. Students will develop empathy, observation skills, and creative problem-solving through a structured investigative process.