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 project-based learning unit integrating 4th-grade Science (Producers, Consumers, Decomposers) with multi-step math operations including decimals, budgeting, and biomass data analysis.
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 week-long science and ELA integration unit focused on the major systems of the human body, specifically designed to meet 3rd Grade NC ELA standards through informational text analysis.
A 5-day phonics unit focused on the i_e (CVCe) pattern with blends and heart words 'by' and 'my'. The unit uses a 'Secret Agent' detective theme to engage students in word mapping, chaining, and passage reading.
A fast-paced makerspace series where students tackle engineering challenges. This unit focuses on structural integrity and seismic resistance using everyday materials.
A comprehensive 5-day literacy unit focusing on the digraph 'ch' and irregular Heart Words 'talk' and 'walk'. This sequence follows a structured literacy approach incorporating phonemic awareness, cumulative review, explicit phonics instruction, and tactile irregular word practice.
A comprehensive 5-day phonics unit focusing on the welded sounds -all, -oll, and -ull. Includes word chaining with initial sound changes, heart word instruction for go, no, and so, and a complete decodable reader with comprehension support.
A comprehensive 5-day Orton-Gillingham phonics unit for 2nd graders focusing on CCVC and CVCC words with digraphs. Students act as 'Sound Detectives' to identify, build, and read words with complex structures.
A comprehensive phonics and word study unit that progresses from foundational CVC mastery to multisyllabic word decoding and fluency.
A cross-curricular journey where students blend scientific observation with artistic expression, developing ELA skills through field notes, procedural writing, and narrative storytelling.
A comprehensive review sequence covering core 3rd-grade math and ELA standards, designed to prepare students for end-of-grade assessments through rigorous practice and analysis.
A comprehensive phonics sequence that takes students from basic CVC words to complex consonant blends and digraphs through interactive workshop-themed activities and games.
A comprehensive review of the 3rd-5th grade Massachusetts Science and Technology/Engineering (STE) standards to prepare students for the 5th grade MCAS. Includes a detailed study guide, instructional slides, and teacher support materials.
A project-based math unit where students become garden designers, using decimals and fractions to plan a community space and manage a project budget.
A hands-on environmental science unit exploring urban waterways, human impact, and conservation through the lens of New York City's iconic Hudson River.
A professional development series for PreK-12 educators that reframes Computer Science as a "Superpower" through Computational Thinking. Teachers explore how CS concepts like decomposition, abstraction, and automation are already present in their daily instructional practices and Iowa Core content.
A series of lessons exploring the mysterious and dangerous creatures of the deep ocean, focusing on unique adaptations and survival strategies.
A comprehensive unit focused on environmental stewardship, exploring waste management, conservation, and sustainable living through hands-on activities.
A 10-day project-based learning unit integrating 4th grade Math (multiplication/division) and Science (photosynthesis/life cycles). Students choose between designing a community garden or creating a garden business plan, applying their knowledge of plant systems to real-world calculations.
A comprehensive unit for 4th-grade students to explore the flow of energy in ecosystems, the roles of producers and consumers, and the intricate connections within food webs. Students engage in hands-on stations to model energy movement and predict the effects of environmental changes.
A two-day science unit for 2nd-3rd graders exploring how energy moves through nature. Students learn the basics of food chains on day one and expand their understanding to complex food webs on day two.
A comprehensive exploration of Earth's diverse biomes, covering climates, geography, and complex biological adaptations. Each lesson focuses on a different environment, starting with the arid world of deserts.
A celebratory Earth Day sequence focused on environmental stewardship and the interconnectedness of ecosystems, centered around the book 'The Great Kapok Tree' by Lynne Cherry. Students explore the perspectives of various rainforest inhabitants and create a collaborative bulletin board display.
A series of nature-based investigations helping young learners connect with seasonal changes using their senses and scientific observation.
A functional science unit for Essential Skills classrooms focusing on identifying push and pull forces within daily household chores and routines. Students explore forces through visual identification, movement-based games, and guided group activities.
A 5-day comprehensive reading unit that explores the human digestive system while building critical literacy skills like using context clues, sequencing, identifying main ideas, and analyzing cause and effect.
A comprehensive unit on renewable energy sources, focusing on analyzing informational texts through visual and written synthesis. Designed for EL students to develop academic language while exploring sustainable technology.
A comprehensive sequence of lessons focusing on mastering sequencing in scientific informational texts. Students analyze complex natural processes, identify temporal signals, and use evidence (RI.1) to explain how these processes unfold over time.
A science-focused sequence exploring the fascinating process of metamorphosis through the life cycle of a butterfly, focusing on sequencing skills and biological stages.
A comprehensive exploration of physical science and civic foundations, designed for elementary students to engage with waves, energy, government structures, and the roles of citizens.
A comprehensive 5-day review week covering 3rd-grade math and ELA standards themed around space exploration. Includes Earth, Sun, Moon, and Planets with focus on area, fractions, word problems, and opinion/informational writing.
A comprehensive exploration of plant life, beginning with the first signs of spring and basic life cycles, and extending into the detailed mechanisms of how plants grow, transport nutrients, and adapt.
An introductory astronomy series focused on celestial patterns, storytelling through myths, and practical observation skills for young astronomers.
A comprehensive guide to mastering the Roblox game Forsaken, covering everything from basic survival and looting to advanced combat tactics and base building. Designed for young gamers to navigate the post-apocalyptic world safely and successfully.
A 5-day CTE exploration of Diagnostic Services and Health Informatics, where students take on the role of medical detectives solving clinical cases through data and diagnostic thinking.
A series of introductory lessons exploring different habitats (Arctic, Freshwater, etc.) and the unique animals that live in each, designed for early elementary learners.
A five-day science unit exploring solar energy through hands-on experiments, engineering challenges, and interactive lessons. Students learn about photons, photovoltaic cells, solar thermal energy, and the role of renewables in our future.