A scientific exploration of how instruments produce sound, categorized by vibration mechanics and physical properties. Students investigate the four main instrument families through the lens of acoustics and physics.
A high school biology sequence focused on the neuroscience of addiction, specifically analyzing how chemical structure and speed of delivery influence the brain's reward system. Students explore the biological mechanisms of tolerance, dependence, and the blood-brain barrier through graphing and comparative analysis.
A specialized AP Biology unit exploring the intersection of neuroscience and psychology, focusing on the biological mechanisms of mental health disorders and the pharmacology of their treatments.
A comprehensive unit on the fundamentals of forensic science and criminal investigation, culminating in a hands-on murder mystery simulation. Students learn about evidence collection, witness psychology, and deductive reasoning.
A series of lessons exploring genetics and protein synthesis through the lens of spider silk production for medical use. Adapted for 3rd-grade reading levels while maintaining 6th-grade science concepts.
A comprehensive 5-week sequence exploring the physical properties of water, the engineering of water filtration, and the complex systems of Virginia's watersheds. Students move from hands-on engineering to chemical properties and finally to large-scale environmental systems.
Une séquence de 6ème pour découvrir la cellule à travers des observations microscopiques, passant des végétaux aux animaux puis aux unicellulaires.
A 4th-grade science unit adapted from 6th-grade material, focusing on how gene versions and proteins determine traits in spiders and humans. Students act as 'Gene Detectives' to solve the mystery of silk flexibility and running ability.
A unit exploring the microscopic machines that keep living things running, from building cells to breaking down food.
A comprehensive one-week unit covering the foundations of cell theory, the technical mastery of microscopes, and the fascinating structures of unicellular organisms (Amoeba, Paramecium, Euglena, and Volvox).
Une séquence approfondie sur les phases claires de la photosynthèse, destinée aux étudiants de première année de licence. Elle couvre la capture de l'énergie lumineuse, les pigments photosynthétiques et la chaîne de transfert d'électrons.
Une séquence exhaustive sur le métabolisme pour les classes préparatoires BCPST, couvrant l'hétérotrophie, l'autotrophie au carbone et à l'azote, ainsi que la chimiolithotrophie. La séquence met l'accent sur les bilans énergétiques, les flux de protons et l'intégration des voies métaboliques.
A comprehensive unit exploring inherited traits, talents, and character analysis through the lens of Kamal's story. Students will distinguish between genetic traits and learned talents, analyze character motivations, and document their own unique 'code'.
A comprehensive project-based unit where students explore the vital role of pollinators, research local species, and design solutions to protect their habitats.
A comprehensive unit exploring the fundamentals of electricity, magnetism, and how they combine in circuits, focusing on energy transformations and hands-on visuals.
A comprehensive 5-lesson unit for 4th graders exploring the properties of light energy, including how it travels, reflects, refracts, and interacts with different materials.
A comprehensive unit where students become environmental detectives to investigate biodiversity, interdependencies, and human impact within their local ecosystems through inquiry-based field studies.
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 unit exploring the biological origins of humanity, focusing on evolutionary biology, phylogeny, and the development of complex traits like bipedalism and collective learning.
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 lesson sequence focused on the scientific method, using a mystery box activity to practice observation, hypothesis formation, and experimentation. Students explore the historical roots of the method and apply it to solve physical puzzles.
A unit exploring the fundamental concepts of business, economics, and entrepreneurship for middle school students.
A specialized high school chemistry/biology integrated lesson exploring the biochemical differences between Archaea and Bacteria. Students analyze how ether bonds and lipid monolayers provide structural stability for survival in extreme thermal environments through modeling and chemical analysis.
A lesson sequence exploring the science of involuntary reflexes and reaction time through hands-on lab experiments and interactive discussions. Students learn to distinguish between voluntary and involuntary actions using the body's natural response systems.
A comprehensive lesson sequence on human body systems, starting with the fundamentals of cellular organization and homeostasis.
A deep dive into marine biology and animal physiology, focusing on the unique adaptations that allow aquatic life to thrive in diverse environments.
An introductory unit exploring invertebrate biology, focusing on classification, physical traits, and ecological roles of various animal groups.
A Kindergarten and 1st Grade science unit exploring our neighbor planet, Mars. Students compare Earth and Mars using visual aids, a hands-on sorting activity, and creative drawing to understand planetary similarities and differences.
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.
A hands-on exploration of physics and forces, focusing on gravity, motion, and air resistance through engineering challenges.
A lesson sequence focusing on the differences between renewable and non-renewable energy sources, culminating in a town council role-play debate. Students explore energy transformations and evaluate the environmental and economic impacts of different power sources.
A lesson focused on Galileo's gravitational experiments and the mathematical resolution of the 'gravity paradox,' where mass cancels out in the calculation of acceleration. Students conduct a hands-on lab using bottles of different masses to test empirical results against theoretical models.
A sequence focused on physical science and engineering, specifically exploring gravity, air resistance, and the engineering design process through parachute construction.
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 for 7th-grade biology focusing on the reproductive adaptations of sessile organisms, specifically sponges, and the evolutionary advantages of hermaphroditism.
A comprehensive lesson sequence for 3rd-5th graders to identify and define the characteristics of living things (organisms) using video observation, field research, and critical thinking.
A series of lessons focused on human-induced climate change, exploring the causes, effects, and potential solutions through data analysis and scientific inquiry.