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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  • Collisions
    Lesson 601

    Collisions

    Science3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Bouncy Balls and Bumper Cars! The Curious Crew explores elastic and inelastic collisions! STEM Challenge: Designing Better Bumper Cars. Curious About Careers: …

  • Kitchen Science
    Lesson 104

    Kitchen Science

    Science4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Mister C and the Science Crew have the right recipe to make learning fun.

  • Engineering Part 1
    Lesson 107

    Engineering Part 1

    4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    This week's theme is engineering. On today's episode of Extra Credit, we discover how doctors use drones to deliver medical supplies, learn what a civil engine…

  • Engineering Part 2
    Lesson 108

    Engineering Part 2

    4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Welcome to Extra Credit! The place we come to meet interesting people, explore new ideas, and discover fun places together. Each episode includes interactive c…

  • Computer Software Developer

    Computer Software Developer

    Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Computer Coder Hillary Lewandowski explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how programming language is used to create interactive websites. Ms. Lewandow…

  • Robotics Engineer

    Robotics Engineer

    Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Robotics and Automation Educator Sid Mosley demonstrates to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how students and professionals retrain for new careers by learni…

  • Auto Design Director

    Auto Design Director

    Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Fiat Chrysler Automotive’s auto-design color and materials director LaShirl Turner shows Janellyn the science and art behind using various colors and materials…

  • Robotics Engineer Career Overview

    Robotics Engineer Career Overview

    Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade

    Find out about Robotics Engineering and the careers you can have in the field.