A hands-on exploration of magnetism for 2nd-grade students, focusing on material properties, metal identification, and force through barriers. Students move from basic classification to evidence-based prediction.
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 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 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 collection of science and phonics resources designed for hands-on classroom activities.
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 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 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 primary science unit exploring animal body coverings, focusing on the differences between shedding and growing scales in reptiles and fish.
A foundational science unit for early elementary students exploring the concepts of energy, force, and gravity through hands-on investigation and real-world observation.
A comprehensive lesson sequence on human body systems, starting with the fundamentals of cellular organization and homeostasis.
A lesson sequence for K-2 students focusing on scientific inquiry, making predictions, and using tools to measure and compare mass. Students learn to distinguish between mass (how heavy) and volume (how big) through hands-on experiments.
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 short sequence for lower elementary students exploring how humans adapt farming techniques to grow food in challenging environments like crowded cities and outer space without using soil.
A primary science unit exploring the life cycles of plants, from dormant seeds to flowering adults. Students engage in inquiry-based experiments to understand what plants need to survive and thrive.
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 fun, science-based lesson for K-3 students and their parents to explore pet hygiene, the mystery of 'wet dog smell,' and responsible animal care through a SciShow Kids video and a creative brochure activity.
A technology and computer science unit exploring the history of computing, how hardware and software work together, and the future of digital innovation. Students move from understanding basic components to imagining the next generation of technology.
A Kindergarten through 2nd-grade art-integrated science unit exploring the properties of magnets through creative character design and hands-on testing.
A comprehensive lesson sequence exploring the three modes of heat transfer (conduction, convection, and radiation) and the concept of thermal equilibrium using real-world scenarios and particle-level explanations.
A series of lessons exploring the world of farming, from the science of growing crops to the importance of sustainable agriculture and animal care.
A lesson sequence exploring how volcanoes grow through the accumulation and cooling of lava layers, featuring hands-on modeling and visual analysis.
A chemistry unit for upper elementary students focused on the science of mixtures and solutions through the relatable lens of a backyard picnic. Students explore vocabulary like solute, solvent, and saturation using video analysis and creative menu design.
A sequence focused on understanding the origins and structure of our solar system, starting with the formation of the sun and planets from a cloud of dust and gas.
A beginner's introduction to electricity and circuits for 2nd graders, focusing on the three essential components: power source, path, and load. Students explore how electricity travels in a loop through video, discussion, and hands-on labeling activities.
A beginner science sequence where students explore the world of chemistry through everyday household items, focusing on observations, reactions, and the scientific method.
A comprehensive unit exploring the global transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, focusing on technological advancements, economic challenges, and environmental necessity.
A comprehensive biology sequence exploring the intricate ways species interact, from basic symbiosis to complex ecosystem dynamics and population growth.
A series of lessons exploring animal adaptations, survival strategies, and the clever ways nature tricks our eyes.
A comprehensive lesson sequence exploring gravity as an invisible pull force, featuring hands-on experiments, video analysis, and historical context.
A series of integrated PE and Science lessons exploring the physics of human movement, biomechanics, and exercise physiology for early elementary students.
A lesson sequence focusing on how animals move, using physical structure as a guide to classification for 1st and 2nd grade students.
A short series of lessons exploring prehistoric life and the Mega-fauna that once roamed the Earth. Students learn about adaptations, extinction, and the tools paleontologists use to study the past.