A lesson exploring the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth. Students will learn the primary processes and how they connect in a never-ending cycle.
A deep dive into plate tectonics focusing on subduction zones and the explosive geological activity of the Ring of Fire. Students will explore the mechanics of plate movement and its global impact.
Explores the scientific goals of the Artemis missions, including lunar geology, the search for water ice, and using the Moon as a stepping stone for deep space exploration.
Focuses on the Artemis II mission's role in driving technological advancements that benefit life on Earth, from water purification to advanced materials.
An engaging lesson on physical changes in matter, focusing on phase changes, mixtures, and the concept of reversibility for 6th-grade students.
A comprehensive review game covering the Ohio 5th Grade Science Standards, including Earth and Space Science, Physical Science, and Life Science. Students compete in teams to answer curriculum-aligned questions in a high-energy classroom setting.
A fun, interactive game where students try to identify technology from the 1990s and earlier, comparing 'vintage' tech to modern equivalents.
A guided exploration of the San Andreas Fault based on the 'How The Earth Was Made' documentary, focusing on plate boundary mechanics and seismic history.
Investigate how animals prepare for winter with a migration map poster and a pinecone animal craft.
Learn about pumpkin growth and anatomy by creating a geometric pumpkin poster and a 3D paper pumpkin craft.
Explore the science of changing leaves through a cut-and-paste identification poster and a visual leaf-rubbing craft.
In this lesson, students explore the flow of energy and the cycling of matter within a pond ecosystem, culminating in the development of a model that distinguishes between these two fundamental ecological processes.
A lesson exploring how plants use structural and behavioral adaptations to survive in diverse environments. Students will analyze academic texts and demonstrate understanding through comprehension questions.
An introductory lesson on the human body systems for 3rd graders, covering structure, function, and growth.
A hands-on lesson where students analyze real-world citizen science data to track bird migration through New England, integrating math, geography, and biology.
An in-depth look at the snow leopard's unique adaptations and survival strategies in the Himalayan mountains.
Students design and build a 3D model of an animal or plant cell using exclusively recycled materials to demonstrate their understanding of cell structures and functions.
A lesson exploring the specialized roles of red and white blood cells, their production in bone marrow, and their vital functions in oxygen transport and immune defense. Includes differentiated reading materials for various reading levels.
A complete lesson on magnetism featuring an informational reading passage and a comprehension quiz designed to mirror standardized testing formats.
A hands-on enrichment lesson for K-3 students to explore life on the International Space Station through a creative building project and interactive discussion. Students learn about how astronauts live and work in orbit while constructing their own space station models.
Students step into the shoes of meteorologists, using scripts and props to report on a wide variety of weather phenomena across a fictional map.
The finale of the course where students synthesize their proposal, budget data, and marketing assets into a high-impact digital presentation. Students learn presentation design, media integration, and public speaking skills to present their ideas to a panel of 'Sharks'.
Now that the data is solid and the business plan is formed, students must “market” their solution or product. This unit pushes word processing beyond just text into layout, graphic integration, and copyright-safe image sourcing.
The second unit of the computer skills course where students use spreadsheet software to prove their business ideas are viable. They learn about costs, profits, basic formulas (SUM, AVERAGE), and data visualization through charts and graphs.
The first unit of a 6th-grade computer skills course focusing on brainstorming business ideas, keyboarding foundations, and word processing basics. Students form teams and learn to create professional documents while practicing digital safety and file management.
A 5-day 5E cycle investigating Earth's volcanic patterns. Students engage with the 'Ring of Fire' through mapping, analyze data to find patterns, and apply their learning to evaluate local geological safety.
A comprehensive introduction to radiometric dating, explaining how scientists use radioactive isotopes to determine the absolute age of rocks and fossils, and comparing it to relative dating methods.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the three primary states of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and their physical properties, designed for 6th-grade students. Includes visual aids, guided note-taking, and teacher-led instruction.
A hands-on chemistry session where students experiment with non-Newtonian fluids and acid-base reactions to create fizzing eruptions and gooey textures.
Students become engineers by designing a marble maze that incorporates simple machines like inclined planes and levers using cardboard and recyclables.
An introduction to aerodynamics and space travel where students design, build, and test various flight models using simple household items.
Students explore nature by building mini-ecosystems and learning about water purification using natural and recycled materials.
A foundational lesson on photosynthesis for middle schoolers, framing plants as 'Solar Kitchens' that convert light energy into chemical energy. The lesson covers reactants, products, the role of chloroplasts, and the importance of the process for life on Earth.