The unit focuses on the question How can people help end pandemics? It is designed to teach students about the COVID-19 pandemic, transmission of the COVID-19 virus, and the impacts of the pandemic on communities.
Over the course of the unit, students will study the COVID-19 pandemic in light of historical pandemics to build an understanding of the following key concepts:
The OpenSciEd elementary science program aligns with all NGSS standards for elementary education.
Anchored Science by Mi-STAR is a comprehensive middle school science curriculum driven by a bold vision for the future, where science isn’t just a subject but a powerful, integrated body of knowledge that equips students to tackle today’s pressing societal challenges. This curriculum harnesses the full potential of the Next Generation Science Standards, empowering students to actively engage with science and engineering practices. They’ll move beyond the classroom, using their skills to solve
The Pathways to Empower elementary collection of sequential teacher resources begins with an engaging look at neuroscience, helping students build a strong understanding of how their brains work. That knowledge then comes to life through lessons on social relationships and the four key parts of mental health literacy. Each grade-level resource offers evidence-based strategies to strengthen resilience, encourage connection, and promote positive mental health in a fun and meaningful way.
Kindergarten: Creating a Healthy Me
An excerpt from Isker Bey and the Timekeeper’s Revenge As he ate, Isker looked around at all those assembled. They looked tired, and hungry, and impatient to escape their exile in the tiny wood. None, including Isker, had bathed in many days, as became more obvious every day. Sahar looked tired, frustrated, aggravated -all emotions he never saw play across her face before they left the Citadel. Vaisia’s eyes remained shut, despite the occasional cough. Doctor Bytia -who sewed up Isker’s cuts after the tower exp