Earth Science & Astronomy

A kindergarten science and literacy unit exploring weather patterns and seasonal changes through stories and hands-on activities.

A comprehensive STEM and engineering sequence for elementary students, focusing on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Scientific and Engineering Practices. Students tackle real-world challenges through prototyping, testing, and data analysis in two distinct thematic units.

A comprehensive K-5 STEM curriculum covering Texas TEKS for Earth and Space Science. Each grade level features two hands-on engineering challenges, interactive slide decks, and STAAR-aligned assessment tools focusing on seasons, lunar patterns, solar system models, and Earth's rotation.

A comprehensive 5-lesson STEM sequence exploring Earth and Space science for grades 1-5, featuring engineering challenges and real-world problem-solving based on Texas TEKS.

A hydro-focused STEM sequence exploring the properties of water bodies and the mechanics of the water cycle. Students act as 'Water Works' engineers to model everything from backyard puddles to the vast ocean, investigating how the Sun powers Earth's most vital systems.

A comprehensive STEM and engineering unit focused on weather and climate TEKS for 1st through 5th grade. Each grade features two 30-minute hands-on activities, engineering challenges, and STAAR-aligned review questions designed to solve real-world weather problems.

A four-day introductory unit on the signs of spring, focusing on weather changes and nature's awakening. Includes a mix of outdoor exploration and indoor hands-on crafts designed for grades K-3.

A comprehensive set of 2nd-grade informational units covering healthy eating, animal habitats, weather patterns, and community helpers, designed with a field guide aesthetic.

A series of foundational science lessons designed for high school students with autism, featuring highly visual and structured activities across various scientific domains.

A comprehensive unit designed to turn students into nature detectives, focusing on observation, documentation, and appreciation of the local environment for K-6 students.

A 9-day morning work series. Days 1-4 focus on RI.3.9 and 3.OA.A.3. Days 5-9 focus on RL.3.4/RI.3.4 (word meaning) and 3.NF.A.3 (equivalent fractions). Each day features a unique theme and mission-style layout.

A comprehensive Pre-K exploration of weather types and seasonal changes through observation, hands-on experiments, and creative activities. Students will learn to identify common weather patterns and understand how the environment changes throughout the year.

A comprehensive unit for 3rd graders to explore meteorology, seasonal shifts, and the water cycle through hands-on observation and scientific inquiry.

A Kindergarten sequence focused on understanding the cyclical nature of months and their connection to seasonal weather patterns and personal experiences.

A lesson sequence exploring how weather patterns, specifically monsoons, impact animal behavior and ecosystems. Students learn about the contrast between wet and dry seasons and express their understanding through creative writing and role-play.

This sequence introduces 1st-grade students to the fundamentals of measurement, focusing on temperature and selecting appropriate tools for scientific data collection. Students will transition from subjective observations to using objective tools like thermometers, rulers, and scales through a field-scientist simulation.

A project-based sequence for Kindergarten where students explore the sun's heat and use engineering design to build shade structures that protect ice cubes from melting. Students progress from sensory observations to data collection and finally to a hands-on construction challenge.

This Pre-K ELA sequence uses read-along informational texts to explore weather patterns and seasonal changes. Students develop observation skills and functional comprehension by connecting atmospheric conditions to daily life, clothing choices, and activities.

A 3rd-grade sequence focused on critical thinking skills to distinguish between correlation and causation. Students move from silly coincidences to historical myths and experimental testing to understand how to prove one event caused another.

This Kindergarten sequence introduces the concepts of cause and effect through physical exploration, logical reasoning, social-emotional awareness, and narrative construction. Students learn to identify why things happen and the consequences of actions across physical, environmental, and social contexts.

A series of ELD lessons exploring how human environments interact with nature, focusing on reading comprehension, academic language, and collaborative discourse.

A three-day sub plan sequence for middle school students exploring wind and solar energy. Students learn about energy transformations, advantages and disadvantages, and analyze energy output data to prepare for upcoming engineering design challenges.

A comprehensive marine biology curriculum exploring the structural and functional design of ocean life, from microscopic plankton to massive cetaceans. Students act as 'Ocean Architects' to understand how environmental pressures shape biological forms.

A comprehensive review unit focused on the cycling of matter and flow of energy within Earth's systems, specifically designed to prepare students for the Biology midterm.

A comprehensive STEM curriculum for grades 1-5 where students solve real-world problems in their community using engineering design and scientific principles. Each grade level features two 30-minute hands-on challenges aligned with TEKS 1.5-5.5.

A comprehensive unit exploring human impact on the environment, designed for high school ESOL students, integrating Biology TEKS with English Language Proficiency Standards through thematic lounge-style stations.

A week-long independent study unit based on 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind', guiding students through literary analysis, scientific research, and engineering design.

A comprehensive Earth Science STEM unit for Grades 1-5, focusing on rock classification, porosity for resource storage, and the formation of sedimentary rocks and fossil fuels. Students act as Geology Agents to solve real-world engineering challenges while mastering Texas TEKS standards.

A comprehensive STEM and engineering curriculum for Grades 1-5 focused on conservation, human impact, and sustainable energy solutions. Each grade level includes two hands-on engineering challenges, a visual slide deck, and detailed teacher resources aligned to Texas TEKS standards.

A comprehensive STEM series for grades 1-5 exploring food chains, energy flow, and ecosystem stability through hands-on engineering and design challenges aligned with Texas TEKS.

A comprehensive unit exploring the biosphere, ecosystem stability, and human impact, designed for 9th-grade biology students.

A Grade 5 PBL sequence focused on the hydrosphere and human impact, partnered with Zoo New England. Students investigate the connection between the particulate nature of matter and the survival of fostered endangered turtles in the Nashoba Brook Watershed.

A 15-day intensive review sequence for the 8th Grade Science STAAR, focusing on Category 1-4 TEKS and new STAAR 2.0 question formats.

An exploration of chemical properties and their real-world applications, focusing on the balance of substances in our environment.

A comprehensive substitute teacher packet for the 8th-grade 'Teen Challenges' course, focusing on the Inner Strength Lab and the novel Hatchet. Includes daily procedures, survival-themed activities, and feedback forms.

A multi-day project where students trace the lineage of household technology, culminating in a prototype design and a presentation on societal impact.

A unit exploring the science and conservation of global carbon sinks, their roles in climate regulation, and the threats they face from human activity and climate change.

A comprehensive unit designed to turn students into nature detectives, focusing on observation, documentation, and appreciation of the local environment for K-6 students.

A 3-day exploration of the ecological impacts and ethical complexities of reintroducing wolves to Yellowstone National Park. Students analyze trophic cascades, evaluate stakeholder perspectives, and engage in a structured debate about conservation.

A comprehensive unit exploring how natural processes like rock formation and erosion work together to shape the Earth's surface over millions of years.

A comprehensive Earth Science STEM unit for Grades 1-5, focusing on rock classification, porosity for resource storage, and the formation of sedimentary rocks and fossil fuels. Students act as Geology Agents to solve real-world engineering challenges while mastering Texas TEKS standards.

A comprehensive STEM sequence for grades 1-5 exploring Earth's resources, from basic uses and identification to renewable energy and geological processes. Each lesson includes hands-on engineering challenges, visual slides, and teacher support materials aligned with Texas TEKS.

A comprehensive investigation into the radioactive decay of elements in rock crystals from the Afar region, using simulations and mathematical modeling to reconstruct geologic history.

An immersive Earth Science unit exploring the rock cycle, weathering, erosion, and landforms through hands-on labs and creative design projects. Students act as geologists to understand how Earth's surface is constantly being reshaped.

A four-day immersive sensory science sequence for K-3 students, exploring different materials, textures, and chemical mixtures through hands-on creation and observation.

A comprehensive 3rd-grade science sequence exploring how plants grow, survive, and interact with their environment through systematic 20-minute daily lessons.

A comprehensive investigation into the Earth's geological processes, focusing on the formation, transformation, and identification of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

A collection of rigorous, movement-based review activities and readiness assessments for middle school science units.

A series of high-stakes science laboratory mysteries designed for middle school students. Each mystery focuses on a specific branch of science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Ecology) and uses 8 forensic clues to solve a case.

A comprehensive 4th-grade earth science unit aligned with the TERC Earth Materials investigation, focusing on the properties of minerals, types of rocks, the rock cycle, and soil composition through a "Geology Field Lab" lens.

A series of lessons exploring the intersection of technology, geology, and environmental science, focusing on how the products we use every day are connected to the Earth's resources and the global environment.

Students explore the concept of stratigraphy and geologic time through the lens of 'layers,' using concrete analogies to understand that lower rock layers are generally older. The sequence moves from simple ordering tasks to interpreting environmental changes and constructing a vertical timeline of Earth's history.

A 2nd-grade science sequence exploring physical changes, solubility, and evaporation. Students investigate if dissolved solids can be recovered through evaporation, connecting classroom experiments to real-world salt harvesting.

Students explore the principles of stratigraphy and relative dating to understand how rock layers act as a chronological record of Earth's history. This sequence covers the Law of Superposition, index fossils, geological disturbances, and the vast scale of geological time.

A comprehensive 4th-grade unit exploring the biological and geological mechanics of fossilization. Students move from identifying biological remains to simulating petrification, creating molds and casts, and understanding the rare conditions required for preservation.

A 4th-grade sequence where students act as paleontological detectives, using fossil evidence to reconstruct ancient ecosystems and understand Earth's dramatic geological shifts over millions of years.

A project-based sequence for 4th graders exploring the intersection of geological science, engineering, and economics. Students investigate the properties of rocks and minerals, simulate mining operations, and apply material science to civil engineering proposals.

A 4th-grade sequence exploring the dynamic transformations of the rock cycle through hands-on modeling, interactive simulations, and creative synthesis. Students progress from physical modeling with crayons to understanding weathering agents and mapping the entire Earth system.

A hands-on workshop sequence where 4th-grade students explore the three main rock types—igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic—through modeling and comparative analysis to understand how formation processes shape physical characteristics.

A series of ELD lessons exploring how human environments interact with nature, focusing on reading comprehension, academic language, and collaborative discourse.

A three-day sub plan sequence for middle school students exploring wind and solar energy. Students learn about energy transformations, advantages and disadvantages, and analyze energy output data to prepare for upcoming engineering design challenges.

A series of lessons exploring Earth's major systems, starting with the hydrosphere and its impact on the planet's processes.

A comprehensive STEM curriculum for grades 1-5 where students solve real-world problems in their community using engineering design and scientific principles. Each grade level features two 30-minute hands-on challenges aligned with TEKS 1.5-5.5.

A comprehensive unit exploring human impact on the environment, designed for high school ESOL students, integrating Biology TEKS with English Language Proficiency Standards through thematic lounge-style stations.

A week-long independent study unit based on 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind', guiding students through literary analysis, scientific research, and engineering design.

A comprehensive Earth Science STEM unit for Grades 1-5, focusing on rock classification, porosity for resource storage, and the formation of sedimentary rocks and fossil fuels. Students act as Geology Agents to solve real-world engineering challenges while mastering Texas TEKS standards.

A comprehensive STEM sequence for grades 1-5 exploring Earth's resources, from basic uses and identification to renewable energy and geological processes. Each lesson includes hands-on engineering challenges, visual slides, and teacher support materials aligned with Texas TEKS.

A comprehensive STEM and engineering curriculum for Grades 1-5 focused on conservation, human impact, and sustainable energy solutions. Each grade level includes two hands-on engineering challenges, a visual slide deck, and detailed teacher resources aligned to Texas TEKS standards.

A comprehensive STEM series for grades 1-5 exploring food chains, energy flow, and ecosystem stability through hands-on engineering and design challenges aligned with Texas TEKS.

A comprehensive unit exploring the biosphere, ecosystem stability, and human impact, designed for 9th-grade biology students.

A Grade 5 PBL sequence focused on the hydrosphere and human impact, partnered with Zoo New England. Students investigate the connection between the particulate nature of matter and the survival of fostered endangered turtles in the Nashoba Brook Watershed.

A comprehensive substitute teacher packet for the 8th-grade 'Teen Challenges' course, focusing on the Inner Strength Lab and the novel Hatchet. Includes daily procedures, survival-themed activities, and feedback forms.

A multi-day project where students trace the lineage of household technology, culminating in a prototype design and a presentation on societal impact.

A unit exploring the science and conservation of global carbon sinks, their roles in climate regulation, and the threats they face from human activity and climate change.

A 3-day exploration of the ecological impacts and ethical complexities of reintroducing wolves to Yellowstone National Park. Students analyze trophic cascades, evaluate stakeholder perspectives, and engage in a structured debate about conservation.

A comprehensive one-week unit for 1st grade students focused on identifying water and air as natural resources and learning how to protect them through evidence-based arguments. Students transform into 'Resource Rangers' to investigate, observe, and defend our planet's vital resources.

A comprehensive 3-week unit exploring the unique physical properties of water, its role in life and geological processes, and the dynamics of watershed systems. Students investigate polarity, cohesion, and universal solubility through hands-on labs while connecting these traits to climate moderation and the health of the Chesapeake Bay.

A comprehensive 3-week unit exploring the unique physical properties of water, its role in life and geological processes, and the dynamics of watershed systems. Students investigate polarity, cohesion, and universal solubility through hands-on labs while connecting these traits to climate moderation and the health of the Chesapeake Bay.

A cross-curricular unit blending astronomy and Greek mythology, exploring how ancient cultures interpreted the night sky and the scientific reality of stars.

An investigative sequence diving into the mechanics of our solar system, focusing on planetary properties and the dynamic relationships within the Earth-Moon-Sun system.

A series of phonics lessons focusing on vowel teams, digraphs, and other phonetic patterns through narrative passages and fluency drills.

A comprehensive Hi-Lo unit for 6th graders exploring the scale of the universe, our place in the Milky Way, the technology used to explore space, and the history of human spaceflight.

A two-day substitute-friendly introduction to the solar system, covering planetary order, key characteristics, and guided research.

A deep dive into the forces that shape our universe, focusing on Newtonian mechanics, gravity, and orbital dynamics through hands-on activities and visual simulations.

An immersive journey through space science, mapping out everything from planetary orbits to the fundamental forces like gravity and stellar evolution that shape our universe. Designed as a cohesive "Field Manual" series for middle school explorers.

A two-part exploration of astronomy, tracing the journey from Ancient Greek mythological interpretations and star-based navigation to modern space science, GPS technology, and lunar missions.

A comprehensive STEM and engineering sequence for elementary students, focusing on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Scientific and Engineering Practices. Students tackle real-world challenges through prototyping, testing, and data analysis in two distinct thematic units.

A comprehensive K-5 STEM curriculum covering Texas TEKS for Earth and Space Science. Each grade level features two hands-on engineering challenges, interactive slide decks, and STAAR-aligned assessment tools focusing on seasons, lunar patterns, solar system models, and Earth's rotation.

An exploration of how humanity harnessed the stars and the physics of time to build global networks, mapping the Earth through celestial symmetry and precision engineering.

A high-energy exploration of gravity's invisible pull, from dropping everyday objects to calculating weight on distant planets. Students will engage in hands-on observations and creative writing activities to understand how mass and distance govern the universe.

A comprehensive 5-lesson STEM sequence exploring Earth and Space science for grades 1-5, featuring engineering challenges and real-world problem-solving based on Texas TEKS.

A 15-day intensive review sequence for the 8th Grade Science STAAR, focusing on Category 1-4 TEKS and new STAAR 2.0 question formats.

A series of foundational science lessons designed for high school students with autism, featuring highly visual and structured activities across various scientific domains.

A basic introduction to space concepts and the work of NASA, designed for early elementary students to build reading skills and scientific curiosity.

A comprehensive unit on the lunar cycle, combining scientific observation, technical vocabulary mastery, and evidence-based writing using the SRSD framework.

A 9-day morning work series. Days 1-4 focus on RI.3.9 and 3.OA.A.3. Days 5-9 focus on RL.3.4/RI.3.4 (word meaning) and 3.NF.A.3 (equivalent fractions). Each day features a unique theme and mission-style layout.

A comprehensive two-day review sequence designed to prepare 5th-grade students for their science interim assessment, covering matter, earth systems, and scientific inquiry.

A comprehensive exploration of fluid dynamics, from laboratory experiments on Earth to the geomorphology of rivers and lakes on other planets and moons in our solar system.

A comprehensive unit exploring how natural processes like rock formation and erosion work together to shape the Earth's surface over millions of years.

A comprehensive Earth Science STEM unit for Grades 1-5, focusing on rock classification, porosity for resource storage, and the formation of sedimentary rocks and fossil fuels. Students act as Geology Agents to solve real-world engineering challenges while mastering Texas TEKS standards.

A comprehensive STEM curriculum for grades 1-5 exploring Earth's changes. Each grade level features two hands-on engineering challenges aligned with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), ranging from water erosion to landform formation. Students solve real-world problems like protecting homes from landslides and designing sand dune barriers.

A series of lessons exploring the power of nature's most impressive events, from volcanoes to tsunamis, tailored for early elementary learners.

A first-grade science and safety sequence focused on understanding what earthquakes are, why they happen, and how to stay safe during one. It includes a comprehensive student packet, visual slides, and teacher resources.

An immersive Earth Science unit exploring the rock cycle, weathering, erosion, and landforms through hands-on labs and creative design projects. Students act as geologists to understand how Earth's surface is constantly being reshaped.

A Grade 2 science unit exploring how wind and water change the shape of the land through weathering and erosion, concluding with engineering solutions to protect Earth's surface.

A comprehensive investigation into the Earth's geological processes, focusing on the formation, transformation, and identification of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

A comprehensive sequence on how Earth's surface is transformed through the processes of weathering and erosion, focusing on the specific agents that shape our landscapes.

A comprehensive earth science sequence exploring the forces that shape our planet, specifically focusing on the formation and classification of volcanoes.

An exploration of the dynamic processes that shape our planet's surface, focusing on tectonic activity, volcanic formations, and the movement of the Earth's crust.

A comprehensive science lesson for 4th-6th graders exploring the six types of volcanoes and the relationship between lava viscosity and volcano shape. The sequence includes a hands-on 'Ketchup Race' demonstration, video analysis, and a sculpting activity.

A lesson sequence exploring how volcanoes grow through the accumulation and cooling of lava layers, featuring hands-on modeling and visual analysis.

A 4th-grade science sequence focused on how planetary surfaces change over time, specifically comparing impact craters on the Moon and Earth. Students explore the roles of atmosphere and erosion in shaping planetary landscapes.

A 4th-grade Earth Science sequence focused on Earth's surface processes. This lesson specifically explores wind erosion and how it shapes landforms over time.

A 2nd-grade science sequence exploring why species become extinct and how some survive through time. Students investigate the causes of extinction, trait-based survival, and modern 'living fossils.'

Students explore the principles of stratigraphy and relative dating to understand how rock layers act as a chronological record of Earth's history. This sequence covers the Law of Superposition, index fossils, geological disturbances, and the vast scale of geological time.

A 4th-grade sequence exploring the dynamic transformations of the rock cycle through hands-on modeling, interactive simulations, and creative synthesis. Students progress from physical modeling with crayons to understanding weathering agents and mapping the entire Earth system.