A 2nd-grade science sequence where students act as paleontologists to reconstruct prehistoric environments using fossil evidence, adaptations, and climate clues.
A comprehensive weekly unit for 2nd Grade covering 3D geometric solids (Math TEKS 2.8B) and patterns of movement (Science TEKS 2.6C) through a "Curiosity Lab" theme.
A 3-day mini-unit exploring carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores through the lens of The Lion King. Students will identify animal diets, categorize characters, and understand the ecological balance of the Pride Lands.
A hands-on exploration of animal diets, focusing on identifying and classifying herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores through text evidence and visual clues.
A unit blending biological science with literacy, exploring cause and effect through the lens of animal adaptations in classic fairy tale settings.
A comprehensive collection of introductory science modules for first-grade emergent readers, covering biology, meteorology, physics, and earth science through simple, repetitive text and engaging activities.
A comprehensive 36-week phonics and comprehension curriculum for small groups. Each week focuses on a specific phonetic target integrated with a reading comprehension strategy, following a systematic, multisensory approach.
A comprehensive phonics sequence covering complex letter sounds including digraphs and glued/welded sounds through visual play and detective-themed activities.
A two-part technology sequence for Primary 3 students exploring the dual nature of technology and the engineering design process for creating helpful inventions.
A 5-day phonics unit focused on the i_e (CVCe) pattern with blends and heart words 'by' and 'my'. The unit uses a 'Secret Agent' detective theme to engage students in word mapping, chaining, and passage reading.
A fast-paced makerspace series where students tackle engineering challenges. This unit focuses on structural integrity and seismic resistance using everyday materials.
A comprehensive 5-day literacy unit focusing on the digraph 'ch' and irregular Heart Words 'talk' and 'walk'. This sequence follows a structured literacy approach incorporating phonemic awareness, cumulative review, explicit phonics instruction, and tactile irregular word practice.
A comprehensive 5-day phonics unit focusing on the welded sounds -all, -oll, and -ull. Includes word chaining with initial sound changes, heart word instruction for go, no, and so, and a complete decodable reader with comprehension support.
A comprehensive 5-day Orton-Gillingham phonics unit for 2nd graders focusing on CCVC and CVCC words with digraphs. Students act as 'Sound Detectives' to identify, build, and read words with complex structures.
A comprehensive phonics and word study unit that progresses from foundational CVC mastery to multisyllabic word decoding and fluency.
A comprehensive phonics sequence that takes students from basic CVC words to complex consonant blends and digraphs through interactive workshop-themed activities and games.
A professional development series for PreK-12 educators that reframes Computer Science as a "Superpower" through Computational Thinking. Teachers explore how CS concepts like decomposition, abstraction, and automation are already present in their daily instructional practices and Iowa Core content.
A series of lessons exploring the mysterious and dangerous creatures of the deep ocean, focusing on unique adaptations and survival strategies.
A comprehensive unit focused on environmental stewardship, exploring waste management, conservation, and sustainable living through hands-on activities.
A two-day science unit for 2nd-3rd graders exploring how energy moves through nature. Students learn the basics of food chains on day one and expand their understanding to complex food webs on day two.