A comprehensive 7th-grade physics sequence exploring the kinetic theory of matter. Students investigate how particle motion relates to temperature, thermal energy, phase changes, and thermal equilibrium through hands-on labs and modeling.
A comprehensive K-12 AI literacy sequence covering the fundamentals of how AI works, machine learning, ethics, social impact, and creative application through age-appropriate lessons.
A comprehensive 4-day sequence focusing on the application of thermal energy concepts, including conduction, convection, radiation, and insulation through hands-on labs and real-world analysis.
A series of ELD lessons exploring how human environments interact with nature, focusing on reading comprehension, academic language, and collaborative discourse.
A deep dive into the evolutionary transition from aquatic life to terrestrial mammals, focusing on homologous structures and divergent evolution.
A cross-curricular unit blending astronomy and Greek mythology, exploring how ancient cultures interpreted the night sky and the scientific reality of stars.
A beginner-friendly introduction to coding concepts using the excitement of basketball tournaments to teach algorithms, sequencing, and selection.
A three-day sub plan sequence for middle school students exploring wind and solar energy. Students learn about energy transformations, advantages and disadvantages, and analyze energy output data to prepare for upcoming engineering design challenges.
A comprehensive 2-day unit on heat transfer (conduction, convection, and radiation) featuring teacher-led demonstrations, visual slides, doodle notes, and exit tickets. Students explore how thermal energy moves through different states of matter and vacuum.
A comprehensive unit on thermal energy transfer where students use models and hands-on experiments to compare conduction, convection, and radiation. The sequence covers theoretical understanding and practical observation of how heat moves through matter.
A comprehensive exploration of how scientists organize the diversity of life on Earth, from the broadest domains to individual species.
A comprehensive unit exploring the human cardiovascular system, starting with the intricate anatomy of the heart and extending to blood vessels and circulation loops.
A comprehensive marine biology curriculum exploring the structural and functional design of ocean life, from microscopic plankton to massive cetaceans. Students act as 'Ocean Architects' to understand how environmental pressures shape biological forms.
A scaffolded middle school unit exploring competition, energy flow, and ecosystem stability. Each lesson is tailored to specific NGSS performance expectations for grades 6, 7, and 8, building from individual organism growth to complex system dynamics.
A comprehensive unit on cellular biology spanning from introductory middle school concepts to advanced organelle systems and specialized functions.
A two-day substitute-friendly introduction to the solar system, covering planetary order, key characteristics, and guided research.
A two-week chemistry unit for middle school exploring pH through color-changing indicators, featuring hands-on labs with red cabbage and butterfly pea flower tea. Students learn to identify acids and bases, understand the pH scale, and observe chemical reactions in everyday substances.
A series of lessons exploring Earth's major systems, starting with the hydrosphere and its impact on the planet's processes.
A quick review sequence focusing on the fundamentals of Mendelian genetics and the mechanics of Punnett Squares.
An engineering and biology sequence that teaches students to look to nature for sustainable and efficient design solutions, fostering innovation and biological appreciation.
An immersive journey through space science, mapping out everything from planetary orbits to the fundamental forces like gravity and stellar evolution that shape our universe. Designed as a cohesive "Field Manual" series for middle school explorers.
A two-part exploration of astronomy, tracing the journey from Ancient Greek mythological interpretations and star-based navigation to modern space science, GPS technology, and lunar missions.
A week-long independent study unit based on 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind', guiding students through literary analysis, scientific research, and engineering design.