An immersive 5-room murder mystery escape room experience designed for teens, focusing on collaborative problem-solving and logic. Students work in teams to solve riddles and puzzles to identify the culprit in the 'Midnight Manor' case.

A Gold Standard PBL unit where students investigate Earth's systems and human impact to design a community exhibit for local endangered turtle conservation in the Nashoba Brook watershed. Students explore water distribution, sphere interactions, and engineering design through the lens of protecting their 'headstarted' Blanding's turtles.

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 4-week exploration of technology through the lens of everyday household items, tracing their evolution from simple tools to complex smart systems. Students investigate what technology truly is beyond just electronics and how domestic innovations have changed human life.

A 3-day investigation into the physical properties of matter, focusing on the distinction between intensive (independent) and extensive (dependent) properties through hands-on labs and doodle notes.

An engaging unit exploring the properties of matter, focusing on how substances combine, dissolve, and separate.

A high-energy unplugged series for middle schoolers to master computational thinking through logic puzzles, algorithmic sequencing, and hands-on debugging challenges. Students explore these concepts through the lens of ancient labyrinth exploration, using critical thinking to navigate complex problem-solving terrains.

A two-day science unit for 6th graders exploring the relationship between thermal energy, particle motion, and phase changes through visual notes and kinesthetic modeling.

A comprehensive unit for 7th grade science covering inheritance, genetic variation, and the changes in populations through natural selection and evolution.

A comprehensive 30-day forensic science unit for 6th grade focused on evidence-based problem solving, observation skills, biological analysis, and the ethics of the legal system. Students progress from basic observation to a culminating mock trial and cold case analysis project.

A comprehensive 5-day unit focusing on atomic structure, the periodic table, and chemical reactivity, designed for Integrated Physics and Chemistry students.

A project-based 6th-grade forensics course where students act as lead investigators to solve a campus mystery using scientific evidence, biology, and engineering principles. The course aligns with Iowa Science Standards covering cell theory, inheritance, and the engineering design process.

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 15-day curriculum unit for 7th-grade science exploring the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, nervous, and endocrine systems, with a focus on how they interact to support life and maintain homeostasis.

A 5-day after-school program exploring the science of surface tension through hands-on experiments, scientific observations, and engineering challenges. Students investigate how water molecules stick together and how substances like soap and salt can break those bonds.

A sequence of lessons exploring the specialized anatomy and physical structures of marine organisms, from basic fish biology to the complex adaptations that allow them to thrive in diverse oceanic environments.

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 comprehensive unit exploring the foundations of genetics, from the molecular structure of DNA to the mathematical probability of inherited traits and the impact of genetic mutations.

A comprehensive unit on matter, focusing on the differences between physical and chemical changes, identifying indicators of each, and applying this knowledge to real-world scenarios.

A series exploring thermodynamics through the lens of beverage insulation and container design. Students move from data analysis to material science and finally to engineering design.

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.

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.

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.

Exploring the internal heat and dynamic processes that shape our planet's surface and interior.

A comprehensive two-day review sequence covering thermal energy, heat transfer, temperature vs. thermal energy, and particle motion, culminating in a CER practice and exit ticket.

A comprehensive review sequence for Grade 6 Science covering genetics, heredity, thermal energy, and climate patterns. Each mission focuses on a mix of all key standards to prepare students for their upcoming assessment.

A 3-day exploration of thermal energy, particle motion, and phase changes. Students use models to understand how adding or removing energy transforms substances from solids to liquids to gases.