Science

In an effort to help our teachers in this unprecedented situation we are sharing a list of distance learning resources that are recommended by fellow educators. Some may fit into your curriculum. They may not follow state standards directly, but the content will be sound. Please keep in mind that this page will be updated regularly.

Content Curriculum Resources:

CK12 - Content curriculum for science k-12, highly interactive, integrates well with google classroom, includes simulations, assessments, lessons.

Resources

63 Easy Science Experiments for Kids Using Household Stuff - a great way to spend quality time together as a family and who knows, mom and dad may end up learning a new thing or two, too.

A to Z Animals - Online encyclopedic resource across animals of all kinds.

Brainventures! by Michigan Engineering. Starting out with a driving question, BrainVentures take a child on a visually guided, scaffolded learning adventure.

Bozeman Science (6-12) - Bozeman Science YouTube Channel - short video lectures by science topic.

Concord Consortium (K-12 STEM activities)

CSTA: Distance Learning Resources (K-12) - Connecticut Science Teachers Association curated list of distance learning resources.

Data Nuggets (K-12); actual science data for students to manipulate

Discovery Education (K-12) - Online videos and lesson activities. Our stories anchor a variety of classroom resources based on peer-reviewed science. From data-rich activities and case studies to high-quality videos and interactive media, our resources are designed to connect students to big ideas in biology, promote engagement with science practices, and instill awe and wonder about the living world.

Dr. M. Canipe, Northen Arizona University (6-12) - Large list of online science simulations and other resources. Google Doc via Dr. M Canipe

Exploratorium Museum (K-12) - For all ages, in both formal and informal learning settings, these essential tools spark curiosity, exploration, and understanding.

GoReact - Experiment with chemistry virtually anywhere with goREACT! In this drag-and-drop laboratory, combine elements from the Periodic Table to create chemical reactions and discover the chemistry in the world around you!

HHMI BioInteractive (9-12) - Our stories anchor a variety of classroom resources based on peer-reviewed science. From data-rich activities and case studies to high-quality videos and interactive media, our resources are designed to connect students to big ideas in biology, promote engagement with science practices, and instill awe and wonder about the living world.

iHub Biology Unit Specific Support (9-12) - Are you having to teach iHub biology suddenly through remote teaching? We've created a folder where you can share strategies with other teachers, organized by iHub unit.

Khan Academy (instructional videos)

MI DNR @ Home Activities (Place-based Education)

Mystery Science (K-5) - To help educators during this time of coronavirus, we have pulled our most popular science lessons and are offering them for anyone to use for free. No account or login is needed. Copy and paste the links below into your documents and use them however they might be helpful! Mystery Science is the creator of the most popular science lessons in U.S. schools. We’ve curated this starter set of science lessons that you can use remotely or share with parents.

National Geographic (K-12) - Find educational resources for Grades Pre-K–12, from brief activity ideas to rich multimedia lessons and units.

NSTA Blog (K-12) - Designed to help science teachers with all things science. This blog provides opportunities to connect with mentors, explore resources, and connect with others.

National Wildlife Federation - Ranger Rick (K-5) - With schools and daycares closing across the country, Ranger Rick wants to help your family stay entertained and engaged in the natural world. We are making all digital editions of our magazines free to the public through the end of June.

Phet Simulations (Middle/High School) Science simulations

Scientific American (K-12) - As the old saying (almost) goes, science starts in the home. Try our fun science activities, which parents and their kids ages 6-12 can do together with household items in just a half hour or less. Teachers might like to incorporate them, too.

STEM Guide for Kids (6-12) - This guide features summer camps, websites, competitions, apps, and career resources for students in elementary school to high school.

The Henry Ford (K-12) - STEM resources from The Henry Ford

The walking Classroom - Learning on the go, access 15 Science Careers podcasts with free simple lesson plans. Also, parents can sign up to get an additional 26 free podcasts covering different subjects.

TUVA (3-12) - The Tuva tools enable students to easily explore and manipulate data to create their own graphs and charts. They promote conceptual understanding of important mathematical and statistical concepts and ideas

WeatherSTEM (K-12) - Scholar from WeatherSTEM resources and lessons engage students in weather and data literacy.

Windows2Universe (NESTA) (K-12) - Our stories anchor a variety of classroom resources based on peer-reviewed science. From data-rich activities and case studies to high-quality videos and interactive media, our resources are designed to connect students to big ideas in biology, promote engagement with science practices, and instill awe and wonder about the living world.

Wonderopolis - Every day a new intriguing "Wonders of the Day" question is posted to get kids thinking, talking, and learning. The questions are designed to ignite their curiosity and imagination leading to exploration and discovery.

World Wildlife Fund (K-12) themed activities & kits around biodiversity & endangered species.