An inquiry-based exploration of mechanical waves using Slinkys and water to discover the relationships between frequency, wavelength, and wave behavior.
A high school biology lesson investigating the intersection of historical redlining, environmental racism, and respiratory health outcomes through data analysis and mapping.
A comprehensive introduction to the five stages of design thinking, guiding students through empathy, problem definition, ideation, prototyping, and testing.
A comprehensive STEM project choice unit designed for 7th-grade students to explore various scientific and engineering topics through self-directed learning and creative output.
An in-depth exploration of diverse mammals, focusing on informational text features, main ideas, and vocabulary acquisition through a comprehensive field guide and activity set.
A comprehensive lesson on Coulomb's Law designed for diverse learners, featuring visual formula supports, step-by-step checklists, and real-world static electricity scenarios.
A hands-on investigation into the dynamic predator-prey relationship between wolves and moose on Isle Royale. Students analyze real-world data, graph population trends, and explore the factors that influence ecological balance.
A hands-on exploration of the three primary states of matter through interactive lab stations, concluding with a comprehensive assessment.
A collection of engaging riddles covering biodiversity, symbiotic relationships, and population dynamics, designed to challenge middle school students' understanding of ecological concepts.
Students explore the intricate relationships in ecosystems by decoding key scientific terms related to biodiversity, symbiosis, and population dynamics through a cryptographic challenge.
A high-stakes secret agent escape room designed for middle school students, featuring complex logic grids, binary decryption, spatial reasoning, and data analysis. Operatives must work through three rigorous phases of testing to earn their field status.
A SIOP-based lesson on Earth Day for Level 4 ELs, focusing on the 3 Rs and environmental protection through visual scaffolds, academic language support, and interactive discussion.
A quick, engaging bell-work activity focused on how limiting factors determine an ecosystem's carrying capacity. Students will analyze graphs and predict population changes based on environmental constraints.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the critical role of bees in our ecosystem for Earth Day 2026, focusing on pollination, food security, and human impacts like pesticides and climate change.
In this lesson, students explore the physical and chemical properties of matter through two detailed informational passages. They will practice identifying main ideas, citing evidence, and mastering scientific vocabulary.
A lesson exploring biodiversity, ecological relationships, and symbiotic partnerships through riddles and synthesis questions.
A comprehensive exploration of automotive computing history, the evolution of data storage, and the transition from analog media to digital podcasting. Students will analyze how hardware and storage capacities have transformed the driving and listening experience.
An in-depth look at mitosis and the 6-stage cell cycle, emphasizing DNA replication and visual identification of phases through guided observation.
A high-stakes research project where students choose an environmental challenge to solve. Using the David Attenborough video as inspiration, students research, plan, and create a model or presentation to rescue our planet.
A field trip exploration guide for the Anne Kolb Nature Center, featuring a scavenger hunt BINGO activity and a counselor answer key.
A simulation-based lesson where students model wolf population dynamics under varying levels of human interference to understand limiting factors and conservation.
A simplified introduction to cell biology focusing on the differences between cell types and the functions of organelles using visual aids and hands-on activities.
A comprehensive review lesson covering the core foundations of chemistry, including mixtures, properties, and changes through an interactive presentation and a hands-on group analysis activity.
A comprehensive lesson on the human digestive system, focusing on the mechanical and chemical processes of the mouth and stomach while integrating ELA standards for context clues and main idea.
A chemistry lesson focused on the foundational skill of balancing chemical equations, designed for English Language Learners with visual supports and a progressive difficulty structure.
A quantitative investigation into latent heat. Students use calorimetry data to calculate the enthalpy of fusion for ice and model the molecular-level energy transitions that occur during phase change plateaus.
A high-energy, station-based lesson where students investigate the thermodynamics of phase changes. Students analyze intermolecular forces to explain why melting is endothermic and freezing is exothermic, using evidence from heating curves and molecular models.
A week-long project where students act as travel agents for the Eco-Expedition Agency, creating digital brochures (slide presentations) for various global biomes. Students research climate, flora, fauna, and ecological connections to attract 'eco-tourists' to their assigned biome.
A formal summative assessment designed with accessibility in mind for students who struggle with reading, focusing on payroll calculations and concepts.
A comprehensive review session to reinforce payroll concepts and prepare students for the final unit assessment.
Students analyze the employer's side of payroll, including FUTA/SUTA taxes and the value of fringe benefits in a total compensation package.
An exploration of mandatory deductions, including FICA and income taxes, focusing on how gross pay becomes net pay for employees.
Students learn to calculate gross earnings for various pay structures including hourly, salary, and overtime while maintaining accurate payroll records.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the science, ethics, and societal impact of gene editing through the story of Zion, a 'designer baby'. Students engage in a hands-on DNA simulation and debate the future of human genetics.
A lesson exploring the genetic science, ethical implications, and societal impact of CRISPR and gene editing through a futuristic case study.
A review lesson focused on mastering chemical bonds, molecular geometry (VSEPR), and intermolecular forces (IMFs) through structured practice and visual instruction.
A comprehensive lesson connecting nuclear chemistry (isotopes) to climate science (greenhouse gases, ice cores, and carbon dating). Students explore how atomic mass influences molecular vibrations and how isotope ratios serve as ancient thermometers.
This lesson explores the relationship between structure and function in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and how cells organize into complex organisms. Designed for diverse learners, it uses a 'Blueprint' theme to visualize biological systems as carefully designed structures.
A high-energy, 10-minute Earth Day activation designed to inspire immediate student action through impactful visuals and a personal pledge.
A high-energy STEM event for kids in foster care, focusing on engineering design, collaborative building, and social connection through hands-on challenges.
A comprehensive lab and role-play lesson where students analyze DNA profiles to determine paternity and then argue the case in a mock courtroom setting.
A lesson exploring DNA inheritance and paternity through a real-world narrative case study, focusing on DNA gel electrophoresis and Punnett squares.
A comprehensive lesson exploring energy flow through ecosystems, the impact of resource scarcity, and the consequences of human interference like water diversion and invasive species.
A hands-on ecology lesson where students explore the relationship between native Texas wildflowers and pollinators. Students will learn about monarch migrations and native bee habitats before designing their own school pollinator garden to support local biodiversity.