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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  • Underhand Throw
    Lesson 1029

    Underhand Throw

    Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Safely practice an underhand throw in your living room.

  • Soccer Skills
    Lesson 1030

    Soccer Skills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Learn basic soccer skills like the instep kick, side foot pass, soccer trap, and dribbling.

  • Overhand Throw
    Lesson 1028

    Overhand Throw

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    The overhand throw is used in a variety of sports. It's used in baseball, softball, football, and even basketball to throw a long outlet pass down the court. W…

  • Ladder Skills
    Lesson 1034

    Ladder Skills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade

    Ladder drills are excellent for spiking your heart rate and practicing coordination. Do some one steps, hops, and crossovers to get your blood flowing.

  • Dynamic Stretching
    Lesson 1033

    Dynamic Stretching

    Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Get your heart rate up with a series of knee highs, frog jumps, walking lunges and other exercises you can do right in your living room.

  • Dot Drills
    Lesson 1035

    Dot Drills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade

    Execute the dot drill as many times as you can in this 8 minute workout.

  • Basketball Skills
    Lesson 1032

    Basketball Skills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Proper form is critical in sports and exercise. Mr. Mair takes you through dribbling and shooting techniques.

  • Planking Around

    Planking Around

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Build your core through a series of tabata core moves.