An introductory lesson on Microsoft Word basics, covering document creation, saving, text formatting, and clipboard actions (copy/cut/paste). Students will learn through a 'Word Wizardry' theme, transforming technical skills into creative magic.
A high-energy lesson where students become 'Change Detectives' to identify and justify the differences between physical and chemical changes through two distinct 30-minute investigations.
Students will learn to distinguish between physical and chemical changes in matter through visual examples and key indicators.
An introductory lesson on physical and chemical changes for 5th-grade students, focusing on identifying signs of change and understanding reversibility.
A lesson focused on the basics of genetic inheritance and how traits are passed from parents to offspring, designed for students with a 2nd-grade reading level.
A lesson focused on helping Level 3 ESL students master the Claim, Evidence, Reasoning framework through the analysis of bar and line graphs. Students act as 'Data Detectives' to uncover trends and support their conclusions with specific data points.
Los estudiantes exploran el poder de los bucles "mientras" (while) en Microsoft MakeCode Arcade para crear comportamientos repetitivos en sus juegos. Aprenden a usar condiciones para controlar la repetición y automatizar mecánicas como la generación de enemigos o el seguimiento de puntajes.
Students explore how roots, stems, leaves, and reproductive systems work together, using Pando as a case study for survival and adaptation.
A series of feedback and reflection tools for students, parents, and teachers to evaluate learning after completing the Wild Adventure project. It uses an explorer theme to make the assessment process engaging and collaborative.
A comprehensive strategic planning resource for educators to analyze Grade 5 MCAS results and align Grade 6 instruction with identified student needs in ELA, Math, and Science.
A hands-on lesson exploring the relationship between water level and volume, teaching students how to observe, measure, and compare how much liquid a container holds.
This lesson covers the fundamental differences between transverse and longitudinal waves, focusing on their physical properties, parts, and real-world examples. Students will practice identifying wave characteristics and comparing how energy travels through different mediums.
A fast-paced, interactive 30-minute introduction to the muscular system for 3rd graders, focusing on voluntary versus involuntary muscles and how they work in pairs.
A comprehensive introduction to the fundamental behaviors of sound and light waves, focusing on key phenomena like reflection, refraction, and interference.
A comprehensive 45-minute lesson exploring the mechanics of earthquakes, tectonic plate movements, and the build-up of seismic energy. Students engage in a hands-on simulation to visualize how stress and friction lead to sudden crustal shifts.
An introductory exploration of cybersecurity fundamentals for middle and high school students, covering the CIA triad, common threats, and defensive strategies through hands-on projects and conceptual mapping.
Students become geological detectives to investigate how rocks change over time through heat, pressure, and erosion, culminating in a mystery-solving identification challenge.
A comprehensive review lesson on the digestive system and enzyme function, focusing on the path of food, mechanical vs. chemical digestion, and enzyme specificity through interactive activities and guided notes.
A 30-minute PLC session designed to analyze Grade 5 and 8 MCAS Science results, identifying cross-curricular opportunities for improvement through data-driven discussion and actionable teaching strategies.
A movement-based scavenger hunt where students solve 'planetary mysteries' covering Earth's spheres, internal layers, and the rock cycle. This lesson includes task cards and a structured recording sheet for 6th grade science review.
A fun, introductory lesson for second graders to distinguish between physical computer hardware and the digital programs that make them run. Students will explore examples of both through visual aids and hands-on classification.
Students explore how materials interact with water and energy, focusing on solubility, density, and the conduction of heat and electricity.
Students investigate the physical properties of solid objects, including hardness, flexibility, magnetism, and how states of matter define a material's initial form.
Investigates how living and nonliving things interact within an ecosystem, focusing on energy flow and environmental balance.
Explores the six simple machines and how they make work easier by changing the direction or magnitude of a force.
This lesson explores how living and nonliving components interact within an ecosystem, focusing on energy flow and population dynamics.
A foundational introduction to ecosystems, biomes, and the roles living things play in their environments. Students explore biotic and abiotic factors and the simple energy paths within food chains and webs.
A 45-minute introductory lesson on macroinvertebrates and their role as bioindicators, preparing students for a leaf pack study. Students will learn key ecosystem vocabulary and identification techniques across grades 5-9.
A series of visual anchor charts designed for reference during laboratory investigations into plant vascular systems, photosynthesis, and transpiration.
A fun, introductory lesson on the human skeletal system focusing on four major structures: the skull, rib cage, spine, and femur. Students will learn the functions of these bones through a museum-themed presentation and a labeling activity.
A quick 30-minute introduction to the skeletal system, focusing on its main functions and the names of key bones in the human body. Students will explore how their 'internal frame' helps them move and stay protected.
A high-energy, movement-based review activity where students solve 'medical cases' by identifying body systems and their functions. This lesson includes task cards for a classroom scavenger hunt and a structured recording sheet for students.
A 6th-8th grade science and health lesson exploring neuroplasticity through a hands-on yarn simulation and a video-based discussion. Students learn how neural pathways strengthen through use and dissolve through neglect.
A 5th-grade science lesson exploring the biological impact of nature on the human brain, featuring a hands-on outdoor experiment to measure stress levels.
A lesson exploring the diverse animals that call trees their home, focusing on identification and the specific parts of the tree they inhabit.
Students explore the ecosystem beneath the forest floor, focusing on animals that create tunnels and live among tree roots.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the evolution of hunting from ancient survival to modern conservation, including economic impacts and ethical debates surrounding biodiversity.
A lesson exploring the characteristics, classification, and social behavior of prehistoric Sabertooth cats.
A 30-minute independent writing lesson for 2nd graders to explore the role of pollinators in our ecosystem, featuring a word bank and descriptive writing prompts.
Students will learn about the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystem through a short reading passage and independent comprehension activities.
A lesson focused on the formation of sedimentary rocks and how their layers serve as a timeline for life on Earth, specifically focusing on the sequence of formation and fossil aging.
A lesson exploring the unique life cycle of periodical cicadas and how their emergence patterns help them survive and reproduce.
Students explore the fascinating life cycle of periodical cicadas, focusing on their unique 13 and 17-year schedules and how this behavior helps them survive against predators.