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InPACT at Home

“InPACT at Home” is a 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.

Extra Credit MLC Hosts

Extra Credit

Creative writing, math, fitness, art, career exploration, and more for 4th-6th 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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Curious Crew

Dr. Rob Stephenson and inquisitive kids take a hands-on approach to scientific exploration.

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Cartoon Academy

Cartoonist Joe Wos takes students through the creative steps of drawing cartoon characters.

30 days of clay from the Ann Arbor District Library

30 Days of Clay

Follow along with the Ann Arbor District Library to make mini creations from polymer clay.

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  • Latin American Heritage
    Lesson 201

    Latin American Heritage

    ArtEnglishMathScience4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a giant puppet, get a peek into the life of Frida Kahlo, and much more! Content partners include Detroit Performs…

  • Mental Health
    Lesson 202

    Mental Health

    ArtEnglishMathScience4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Get a songwriting lesson from an award-winning singer, learn strategies to deal with our emotions, and more. Content partners include The Diatribe, WETA, Insid…

  • Writing
    Lesson 203

    Writing

    ArtEnglishMathScience4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Jabberwalk with a famous poet, learn about storytelling, and meet some cool writers. Content partners include Career Girls, StoryCorps, Inside Out Literary Art…

  • Native American Heritage
    Lesson 204

    Native American Heritage

    ArtEnglishMathScience4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Honor the history, heritage, and cultural contributions of Indigenous peoples. Content partners includeWCMU Public Media, Rhode Island PBS, WMHT, Detroit Insti…

  • Computer Science
    Lesson 205

    Computer Science

    ArtComputer ScienceEnglishMathScience4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Take a closer look at coding - and get some advice about how to get started. Content partners include Code.org, WKAR, Career Girls, Detroit Public Television, …

  • Literature
    Lesson 206

    Literature

    ArtEnglishMathScience4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Visit the hometown of one of the greatest American writers of all time, an olympic gold medalist shares how a book taught her to never give up, and much more.

  • Martin Luther King, Jr.
    Lesson 301

    Martin Luther King, Jr.

    ArtEnglishHealth & FitnessMath4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Content partners include U.S. National Park Service, Meet The Helpers, WUCF, American Black Journal, Detroit PBS…

  • Creative Expression
    Lesson 302

    Creative Expression

    ArtEnglishHealth & FitnessMath4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Learn how to create your own spiral snake, see what it’s like to study with Broadway professionals, and more! Featuring Detroit School of the Arts student host…