A 1st-grade chemistry unit that uses the metaphor of sandwich-making and snack recipes to introduce chemical formulas, coefficients, and limiting reactants through simple math and visual patterns.
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 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 1st-grade science sequence focused on identifying physical properties of materials and understanding the relationship between a material's structure and its function. Students explore real-world examples and use creative problem-solving to explain why specific materials are chosen for objects.
A primary science sequence focused on the fundamental requirements for living things to survive and thrive in their environments.
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 short sequence exploring the natural world, starting with the water cycle for young learners.
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 lesson sequence exploring how weather patterns, specifically monsoons, impact animal behavior and ecosystems. Students learn about the contrast between wet and dry seasons and express their understanding through creative writing and role-play.
A hands-on introductory sequence for early elementary students to explore the mechanics of levers and fulcrums using everyday classroom objects.
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 beginner-level science sequence exploring celestial events and the relationship between the Sun, Moon, and Earth through visual analogies and hands-on art.
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 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 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 introductory life science and observation lessons designed for early elementary students to explore the natural world through hands-on discovery and video-assisted learning.
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 exploring how animals navigate the world using landmarks, stars, and internal compasses, designed for Kindergarten and 1st Grade 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.
A unit exploring different habitats through sensory observation and descriptive language, starting with the wide-open grasslands.
A graduate-level sequence focused on systematic hazard identification and risk control. Students master Industrial Hygiene, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Hierarchy of Controls, and Hazard Communication (GHS) to develop predictive safety strategies in high-risk environments.
This inquiry-based sequence bridges biology and behavioral science, exploring the neurobiological roots of agitation. Students investigate the 'why' behind physiological changes during escalation to foster an objective, science-based approach to behavioral support.