Slide deck for the final project gallery walk, including peer review instructions and synthesis discussion prompts.
An anchor chart explaining the interactions between plant transport, reproduction, and response systems, specifically focusing on how hormones and vascular structures facilitate these processes.
An anchor chart detailing the reproductive structures of a flower, including male and female parts and the stages of the plant life cycle.
An anchor chart focused on transpiration and the function of stomata and guard cells in plant systems.
An anchor chart for photosynthesis, explaining the inputs and outputs of the process, the role of chloroplasts, and the chemical equation.
An anchor chart detailing the differences between xylem and phloem, highlighting their roles in transporting water and nutrients throughout a plant.
A structured field log for 6th grade students to record their findings during the Earth Structures Scavenger Hunt. Includes a reflection section on sphere interactions.
A set of 12 scavenger hunt task cards focused on Earth's structures, spheres, and the rock cycle. Each card creates a self-correcting path for 6th grade students to follow around the room.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the Earth Structures Scavenger Hunt, featuring setup instructions, a master answer key for the self-correcting loop, and pedagogical tips.
A structured recording sheet for students to use during the Body Systems Scavenger Hunt. It includes space for tracking 12 stations and a final reflection question on system interactions.
A set of 12 scavenger hunt task cards formatted as 'Medical Case Files'. Each card contains a question and an answer to a different card, creating a self-correcting loop for students to follow around the classroom.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the Body Systems Scavenger Hunt, featuring setup instructions, a master answer key for the self-correcting loop, and tips for classroom engagement.
A student reflection journal for the Neuron Game lesson, updated with pure white writing areas for maximum handwriting legibility.
A group activity guide for the 'Yarn Web' simulation, featuring step-by-step instructions for building, strengthening, and dissolving neural pathways with yarn. Updated for better handwriting legibility.
A visual presentation for the Neuron Game lesson, featuring the embedded video, timed discussion prompts, and a transition to the physical yarn activity.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the Neuron Game lesson, featuring a 45-minute pacing guide, learning objectives, prep checklists, and specific discussion anchors for the accompanying video.
A visual presentation for teaching the history, technology, economics, and ethics of hunting, including key concepts like the North American Model and the Pittman-Robertson Act.
A comprehensive student worksheet accompanying the reading passage, featuring reading comprehension, vocabulary matching, a technological comparison activity, and an ethical scenario analysis on biodiversity and land management.
An informational reading passage covering the history of hunting from ancient times to the modern era, including the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, economic impacts, and ethical considerations.
Final ultra-compact version of the Trait Tracker Homework, featuring a minimized header to maximize page space for student answers while retaining the engaging detective theme and core objectives. Question 4 has been moved to a separate page for easier printing.
An educator's guide for the Sabertooth Secrets lesson, including a full answer key and instructional notes on Smilodon fatalis.
A student worksheet designed to be used alongside the Sabertooth Secrets presentation, updated to include Smilodon genus and extinction questions.
A visual slide deck about Sabertooth cats, featuring instructional text on biological classification, prehistoric facts, and Smilodon genus specifics with comprehension questions.
A 2-page homework article about periodical cicadas, adapted for a kindergarten reading level. This version removes the dashed borders and page numbers while maintaining the original layout and 6th-grade vocabulary, designed to be printed front and back on standard paper.
A simplified reading passage about periodical cicadas adapted for 3rd-grade readers, maintaining key science vocabulary and homework formatting while removing the original questions.
A 3rd-grade adapted homework worksheet about periodical cicadas, reformatted to match the visual style of the original 6th-grade PDF. Includes all specific vocabulary words and two pages of content with adapted reading level. No "3rd grade" label included as requested.
A 3rd-grade adapted homework worksheet about periodical cicadas, reformatted to match the visual style of the original 6th-grade PDF. Includes all specific vocabulary words and two pages of content with adapted reading level.
An answer key for the Cicada Invasion Homework, providing correct responses and exemplar explanations for teachers based on the 3rd-grade adapted content.
A quick exit ticket for the Grumble Guts lab to assess student understanding of mechanical vs chemical digestion and organ roles.
A digestive system mapping activity where students label and color the organs, including a simplified version for students who need more visual support.
A comprehensive teacher guide for the Grumble Guts lab, featuring a detailed 60-minute pacing guide, materials list, answer keys, and sensory-focused teaching tips for diverse learners.
A pictorial lab observation sheet for students with significant intellectual disabilities, focusing on visual steps and simple 'small vs big' recognition.
A guided lab worksheet for the Grumble Guts experiment, featuring organ matching (including intestines, liver, and gallbladder), a step-by-step procedure, and observation areas for modified learners.
A visual presentation for the Grumble Guts lab, introducing the concepts of mechanical and chemical digestion, helper organs (liver/gallbladder), and guiding students through the cracker-and-bag simulation.
A teacher resource for the Ecosystem Explorers lesson, including instructional pacing, differentiation strategies, and a full answer key for the Detective Worksheet. Designed with a clean, professional layout for easy reference.
A field-journal styled worksheet for students to apply their knowledge of ecosystems. Includes identification matching, component categorization, a habitat sketching area, and a reflective writing prompt on biodiversity.
A visual presentation introducing the concept of ecosystems, focusing on forest, desert, and ocean biomes. Includes key vocabulary, characteristics of different ecosystems, and the importance of biodiversity.
A set of 12 printable vocabulary cards featuring key ecosystem terms and definitions. Each card includes a clear definition, a thematic icon, and a specific ecosystem category, designed with a clean field guide aesthetic.
A 5-question homework assignment titled 'Ideas About Genes' covering genotype variations, protein structure/function, and the runner case study.
A comprehensive 5-page student workbook adapted for a 3rd-grade reading level. Features a Do Now with diagram labeling, a detailed Darwin's Bark Spider family tree, a modeling activity, messages from Bay Medical Company, a simplified Final Write, and a multi-format homework assignment.
Instructional slides for the Gene Genius lesson, including the oral vocabulary drill, spider family modeling reminders, and the Bay Medical Company runner data. 3rd-grade reading level, 16:9 ratio.
A student workbook for the Gene Genius lesson, adapted for a 3rd-grade reading level. Includes a Do Now, spider modeling activity, medical message, Write and Share prompts, and a new homework assignment.
A teacher guide for the Gene Genius lesson, featuring a 3rd-grade level oral vocabulary drill, lesson pacing, and instructional tips.
A homework worksheet for the Spider Silk Science lesson. Includes three varied questions and a short answer response about "runner" silk, encouraging students to refer back to their workbooks.
A revised student workbook for the Spider Silk Science lesson, now including the missing 'Do Now' and 'Spider Offspring' sections. Diagrams have been updated to more accurately reflect the specific 'puzzle piece' shapes from the curriculum while maintaining a 3rd-grade reading level.
Updated Teacher Guide reflecting the expanded workbook sections including Do Now and Spider Offspring. Includes updated instructional steps and answer keys for the 3rd-grade reading level adaptation.
The updated Brain Command Slides Updated material with corrected font sizes for labels on the Touch slide to ensure all text is at least 24px.
A visual slide deck designed for direct instruction on the five senses and their neural connection to the brain, featuring high-impact typography and clear pathway diagrams.
The answer key for the Sensor System Check Quiz, providing correct answers for the multiple choice, labeling, and short-response sections.
The answer key for the Signal Mapper Organizer, providing the expected scientific terms for stimuli, organs, and brain processing roles for all five senses.
