In “Kitties and the Story Day,” Dr. Rachel and her four kitties –Willie, Ayla, Skunk, and Alto (WASA)—prepare for hurricane season in sunny Florida. Each kitty finds their unique way to cope with the thunder and lightning, while Dr. Rachel ensures their safety with treats and comfort. Together, they gather in Dr. Rachel’s room to weather the storm. The story emphasizes the importance of preparedness, detailing how Dr. Rachel stocks up on essentials and stays informed, making it a comforting and educational read
Algebra 1 is a complete high school algebra curriculum that is 100% aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS). OpenStax Algebra 1 is a high-quality instructional material (HQIM) that is flexible enough for core adoption and adaptable enough to support a wide range of teaching strategies and student needs. Algebra 1 is a research-backed curriculum designed to strengthen teaching and learning in all classrooms.
OpenSciEd Middle School science program addresses all middle school NGSS standards. This comprehensive science curriculum empowers students to question, design, investigate, and solve the world around them.
This unit is designed to support students in understanding the COVID-19 pandemic, transmission of the COVID-19 virus, and the impacts of the pandemic on communities, especially communities of color. Specific learning targets are listed at the beginning of each lesson and highlight a core idea for the lesson, the science and engineering practice students will engage in, and the crosscutting concept students will use in the lesson. There are four broad areas of learning goals targeted in this unit:<