A cross-curricular unit blending astronomy and Greek mythology, exploring how ancient cultures interpreted the night sky and the scientific reality of stars.
A complete 36-week high school biology curriculum designed for 9th-grade students, aligned with Indiana Academic Standards for Biology. This course progresses from microscopic biochemical foundations to macroscopic ecological systems.
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 comprehensive 5th-grade science project where students become wildlife biologists to research an animal's adaptations, habitat, and conservation status. The sequence guides students from initial curiosity through deep research to a creative final presentation.
A week-long exploration of binary code, patterns, and digital communication designed for 4th-grade students. This sequence covers how patterns form codes for devices, the process of binary image transfer, and how engineers use code to solve problems like image brightness.
A comprehensive introduction to meteorology focused on identifying and understanding the ten primary cloud types and their impact on weather patterns.
A diverse collection of lessons covering the celestial wonders of our solar system and the historical impact of the World War II Home Front.
A comprehensive 4-hour independent study unit for 4th-grade students exploring how fossils provide evidence of past environments and extinct species. Students take on the role of 'Deep Time Detectives' to analyze clues from the Earth's history.
A comprehensive 4-day science unit on fossils and past environments, designed for independent student work during substitute teacher blocks. Students explore fossil formation, identify past environments from fossil evidence, and differentiate between body and trace fossils.
A unit blending biological science with literacy, exploring cause and effect through the lens of animal adaptations in classic fairy tale settings.
A four-day instructional unit for 4th-grade students exploring the relationship between pitch, wavelength, and frequency, comparing these concepts to previously learned amplitude. Students engage with a professional-style scientific journal article, hands-on demonstrations, and visual wave modeling.
A comprehensive unit on momentum and collisions for 9th grade physics, covering the basic equation, collision types, conservation laws, and Newton's Third Law through real-world examples like vehicle safety and sports.
A partner-based research project for 9th-grade conceptual physics students focusing on diverse topics from celestial mechanics to the physics of dance. Students move through a structured research process with mandatory teacher checkpoints for source reliability.
A foundational exploration of the four main branches of Earth Science through a multi-day digital scavenger hunt designed for accessibility and engagement.
A comprehensive unit exploring how fossils form, how they are dated, and what they reveal about Earth's biological and geological history.
This sequence guides 7th-grade students through the scientific criteria used to define life, moving from intuitive observations to biological analysis of metabolism, cellular structure, and homeostasis. Students explore ambiguous examples and conduct experiments to build a robust definition of what it means to be alive.
A 2-day science investigation exploring the chemical decomposition of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda, focusing on gas production, pressure, and its real-world implications for waste management and chemical safety.
This unit explores how chemical reactions occur and how they reach a state of balance. Students investigate reaction kinetics, energy changes, and the principles of dynamic equilibrium through modeling and laboratory investigation.
A three-lesson sequence exploring the physical geography, wildlife ecology, and environmental conservation of the Rocky Mountain region, using Colorado as a primary case study.
A comprehensive unit exploring the world of digital printing, from desktop publishing to industrial wide-format and specialty sublimation techniques. Students gain technical knowledge and practical design skills for print production.
An astronomy unit focused on the Earth-Moon-Sun system and celestial patterns.
A comprehensive project-based learning unit integrating 4th-grade Science (Producers, Consumers, Decomposers) with multi-step math operations including decimals, budgeting, and biomass data analysis.
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 comprehensive four-lesson unit on sound exploration designed for high school Essential Skills students. This unit covers vibration, volume, source, direction, pitch, and frequency through highly visual and hands-on activities.
A comprehensive life science sequence exploring plant biology, animal adaptations, and ecosystem dynamics through the lens of a field explorer. Students investigate the natural world, documenting their findings like real scientists.
A comprehensive set of tools for middle school chemistry students to master the formal scientific method in their lab reports.
A high-energy STEM unit focusing on energy transformation and engineering design, themed around the 'Revenge of the Sixth'. Students explore potential and kinetic energy by building and testing galactic siege engines.
A fast-paced makerspace series where students tackle engineering challenges. This unit focuses on structural integrity and seismic resistance using everyday materials.
A short sequence introducing students to the fundamental concepts of electricity and magnetism.
A fast-paced review sequence focused on cell transport, homeostasis, and speciation to prepare students for biology assessments.
A cross-curricular journey where students blend scientific observation with artistic expression, developing ELA skills through field notes, procedural writing, and narrative storytelling.
A chemistry research project focused on individual elements of the periodic table, designed for special education students. It includes two tracks: a one-week 'Senior Sprint' for graduating students and a two-week 'Junior Journey' for in-depth exploration.
A physics unit wrap-up focusing on collisions, momentum, and vehicle safety engineering. This sequence transitions from hands-on lab investigation to independent data analysis and mathematical modeling.
A comprehensive unit exploring the intricate webs of life, focusing on the relationships and environmental factors that shape ecosystems.