6th – 8th Grade

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Visual Thinking Strategies

Guide learners through research-based strategies for active processing as they view, read, or experience something new.

The Group Chat

Middle and high school students share their thoughts on current events and issues that affect students everywhere.

The Career Center

Real teens explore the opportunities in their future and the paths available to find their dream career.

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InPACT at Home

home-based physical activity program that enables K-12 students to engage in physical activity and education.

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Great Lakes Now

Providing coverage of issues around protecting, cherishing, and enjoying the Great Lakes.

Future of Me

Explore STEM careers by meeting women who work in those fields.

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Extra Credit

Creative writing, math, fitness, art, career exploration, and more for 6th-8th graders.

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DIY Science Time

Mr. C and the science crew investigate the world through experiments and demonstrations.

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  • A Very Fancy Hamster
    Lesson 302

    A Very Fancy Hamster

    Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    In this episode we draw a hamster all dressed up in his top hat and tails. Students will see how costume can help transform a character.

  • Something’s Fishy
    Lesson 303

    Something’s Fishy

    Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Our fishy friend looks a little worried when we draw a cat to keep him company! Students will also learn about the relationship between predator and prey.

  • Playful Penguin
    Lesson 402

    Playful Penguin

    Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Grab your paper and pen and float on down to the South Pole where we will draw an ice-skating penguin. You'll also get a lesson in the concepts of shape and fo…

  • Seal of Approval
    Lesson 403

    Seal of Approval

    Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Meet two North Pole pals: A Narwhal and his best friend Seal! Students will also learn about character relationships.

  • Quick Draw: Colorful Personality

    Quick Draw: Colorful Personality

    Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Learn how color helps convey emotion.

  • Quick Draw: Practice Makes Pretty Good

    Quick Draw: Practice Makes Pretty Good

    Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    The best way to learn is to practice!

  • Quick Draw: Tooling Around

    Quick Draw: Tooling Around

    Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Different tools provide different types of lines.

  • That’s Snow Business
    Lesson 303

    That’s Snow Business

    Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Our fishy friend looks a little worried when we draw a cat to keep him company! Students will also learn about the relationship between predator and prey.