Using entertainment arts practices we found ways to powerfully connect learners to the Next Generation Science and Common Core Standards. This includes a board game that teaches code theory, funny, and not so funny, animations about science.
Miner Madness is a co-op board game aimed at teaching critical and logical thinking. The players act as a team of miners that must navigate obstacles and avoid danger to dig up hidden treasures deep within the earth. Winner of 2020 Serious Games Conference.
Keys to successful gameplay include communicating with other team members and creating functions to enhance the game and progress faster.
Introduction to the game
How to play the game
Learn about Code Theory
Teaching Code Theory to Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School
We created hilarious animated giffs to help students in middle school understand and retain concepts from the Next Generation Science Standards. Topics included Earth Science, Physical Science, Life Science, Engineering, and Space.
Deforestation
Advantageous Traits
Breaking down complex topics like how cells work to the water cycle with animation helps learners to retain content.
Cell City by McKenzie Tucker
The Water Cycle by Ryan Aeschliman
