A 5-lesson unit for 7th-grade students exploring the chemical composition of tobacco and e-cigarettes, focusing on toxicity, nicotine's origins as an insecticide, and environmental impacts.
A comprehensive introduction to meteorology focused on identifying and understanding the ten primary cloud types and their impact on weather patterns.
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.
An astronomy unit focused on the Earth-Moon-Sun system and celestial patterns.
A comprehensive set of tools for middle school chemistry students to master the formal scientific method in their lab reports.
A comprehensive unit exploring the intricate webs of life, focusing on the relationships and environmental factors that shape ecosystems.
A series of materials focused on building and programming assistive technology interfaces, specifically switch-based controls for accessibility.
A bilingual (English/Spanish) unit exploring the structure and organization of the periodic table, focusing on atomic properties and element classification.
A series of quick, engaging bell-ringer activities focused on building technical vocabulary and understanding computer-related terminology through matching exercises.
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.
Students learn to use digital tools to organize, compare, and analyze market data using advanced spreadsheet techniques like formulas, sorting, and filtering.
A unit focused on the visual principles of brand identity, moving from theory (color, type) to creation using vector-based tools like Google Drawing.
A comprehensive identity design unit where students explore the psychological and visual elements of branding, including color theory, typography, and logo composition.
A 3-lesson unit on the water cycle, weather patterns, and global circulation designed for 7th-grade SPED students. This sequence covers the energy drivers of water movement, the interaction of air masses, and the patterns of oceanic and atmospheric circulation with heavy scaffolding and visual supports.
A study of the iconic predator-prey relationship between wolves and moose on Isle Royale, exploring population dynamics, carrying capacity, and limiting factors.
A sports-science unit exploring the chemistry of performance and the architecture of the human body. Students investigate energy changes in reactions through the lens of metabolism and injury recovery, and discover how the skeletal system provides the structural foundation for athletic movement.