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Great Lakes Broadcast and Sports Media Academy
Great Lakes Broadcast and Sports Media Academy
Career Exploration6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeSee what students took away from the Great Lakes Broadcast and Sports Media Academy at Ford Field.
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Your Special Thing (for hard times): ResourcingLesson 1074
Your Special Thing (for hard times): Resourcing
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenThis mindfulness exercise will coach you on ways to focus on the good things when having a rough day.
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Push-Up ChallengeLesson 1096
Push-Up Challenge
Health & Fitness6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeDiscover proper push up form and work your chest muscles in this fun fitness video.
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Pilates/Yoga Strength and ConditioningLesson 1100
Pilates/Yoga Strength and Conditioning
Health & Fitness6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeYoga inspired strength and conditioning is the focus of this movement video.
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KickboxingLesson 1101
Kickboxing
Health & Fitness6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFor a great cardio workout, get moving with cardio kickboxing.
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Glutes and CardioLesson 1098
Glutes and Cardio
Health & Fitness6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeHip raises, squats, and jumping jacks get you moving in this movement video.
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Arm CircuitLesson 1099
Arm Circuit
Health & Fitness6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeCircuit training for your upper body. Get ready for shoulder taps, push ups, and planks.
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100 Push-UpsLesson 1094
100 Push-Ups
Health & Fitness6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeReady for the push up challenge? Can you do 100 push ups in 8 mins? Get ready and give…
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Tense and Relax for Our Bodies and MindsLesson 1073
Tense and Relax for Our Bodies and Minds
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenSometimes bodies get sore and tight from different things, like working out hard, or sitting in one place too…
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Stuck in my SeatLesson 1066
Stuck in my Seat
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenThis mindful movement will help you when you are stuck for a long time, sitting. You can still move…
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Flexible in Mind and BodyLesson 1071
Flexible in Mind and Body
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenFlexibility is an important part of staying healthy and fit. Discover ways to increase flexibility and calmness in an…
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Checking in with MyselfLesson 1070
Checking in with Myself
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenThis minfulness video will be about stillness and help you learn to focus in on what your body needs.
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Balance and StrengthLesson 1068
Balance and Strength
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenBalance like animals to build strength and power.
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Animal Mindful MovementsLesson 1072
Animal Mindful Movements
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenThese mindful movements are all about building strength and holding poses like animals. Holding poses is helpful because it…
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Night at the MuseumLesson 1104
Night at the Museum
Health & Fitness1st Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-KWork on building focus and attention with this fun movement workout.
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Land, Sea, AirLesson 1112
Land, Sea, Air
Health & Fitness1st Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-KGet your body moving and work on your listening skills with this fun game.
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Coach SaysLesson 1109
Coach Says
Health & Fitness1st Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-KPractice throwing and catching with a ball or a soft item you have around your house.
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The Big CheeseLesson 1106
The Big Cheese
Health & Fitness1st Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-KPlay The Big Cheese with Jamie Chester as you play this movement game to focus on positive affirmations.
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Beans on ToastLesson 1110
Beans on Toast
Health & Fitness1st Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-KPlay a game where you act silly and do different movements depending on the type of bean called out.
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Movement Flow Teens #5Lesson 1091
Movement Flow Teens #5
Health & Fitness7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeBuild strength and muscle with movement and flow exercises.
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Movement Flow Teens #3Lesson 1087
Movement Flow Teens #3
Health & Fitness7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeBuild strength and muscle with movement and flow exercises.
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Movement Flow Teens #2Lesson 1086
Movement Flow Teens #2
Health & Fitness7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeBuild strength and muscle with movement and flow exercises.
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Movement Flow Teens #1Lesson 1085
Movement Flow Teens #1
Health & Fitness7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeBuild strength and muscle with movement and flow exercises.
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Movement Flow Elementary #4Lesson 1090
Movement Flow Elementary #4
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenBuild strength and muscle with movement and flow exercises.
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Movement Flow Elementary #3Lesson 1088
Movement Flow Elementary #3
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenBuild strength and muscle with movement and flow exercises.
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Movement Flow Elementary #2Lesson 1084
Movement Flow Elementary #2
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenCheck your balance and stability with this movement flow workout.
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Lower Body CardioLesson 1076
Lower Body Cardio
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGet up and MOVE with Lexie Beemer & Tiwa Ajibewa. They'll get our lower body moving for some focused…
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AMRAP v3Lesson 1079
AMRAP v3
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGet up and MOVE with Lexie Beemer & Tiwa Ajibewa. They'll get us moving with As Many Reps and…
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No Equipment Total Body HIIT Part 2Lesson 1060
No Equipment Total Body HIIT Part 2
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGet up and get moving with Melanie Rappelli and friends. Have fun!
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No Equipment Total Body HIIT Part 1Lesson 1059
No Equipment Total Body HIIT Part 1
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGet up and get moving with Melanie Rappelli and friends. They'll walk us through a HIIT Workout for the…
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Gymnastics Warm Up & StretchingLesson 1061
Gymnastics Warm Up & Stretching
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, KindergartenGet up and MOVE with some Gymnastics Warm-ups and Stretches.
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Gymnastics Strength & ConditioningLesson 1064
Gymnastics Strength & Conditioning
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, KindergartenGet up and MOVE with Melanie Rappelli. Do Gymnastic Strength and Conditioning.
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Gymnastics Beam SkillsLesson 1063
Gymnastics Beam Skills
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGet up and MOVE with Melanie Rappelli. Learn Gymnastics Beam Skills!
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Upper Body SticksLesson 1055
Upper Body Sticks
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn form for upper body exercises.
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Lunge MatrixLesson 1051
Lunge Matrix
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeWarm up with jumping jacks and move into a series of front, side, and back lunges.
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Jump Rope #2 Lower Elementary HoldsLesson 1047
Jump Rope #2 Lower Elementary Holds
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, KindergartenGrab a jump rope, a string, or tie together some plastic bags and discover how you can use the…
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Hop Jop Matrix Using Paper PlatesLesson 1052
Hop Jop Matrix Using Paper Plates
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeUse some paper plates or small household objects to practice your coordination and jumping skills.
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Hip Glute Mobility WorkoutLesson 1050
Hip Glute Mobility Workout
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeFor this movement activity, you'll work the mobility of your hips and glutes.
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Gallon Buckets WorkoutLesson 1053
Gallon Buckets Workout
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeWork your upper and lower body using a 5 gallon bucket.
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Yoga and Stretching
Yoga and Stretching
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-KThis movement activity focuses on stretching and recovery while sitting.
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Sleep
Sleep
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-KAre you getting enough sleep at night? Grab your weights, work on your balance and learn about the importance…
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Pool Noodle Fitness
Pool Noodle Fitness
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, KindergartenYou can get a great workout with common household items. Grab a towel or pool noodle and get moving.
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Soccer Lessons 2
Soccer Lessons 2
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeDiscover how you can use basic household items like soup cans to work on your dribbling skills for soccer.
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Mystery Exercise Workout – Egg Hunt
Mystery Exercise Workout – Egg Hunt
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGet your body moving through burpees, sit ups, high kicks, mountain climbers, and more.
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Jump Rope Workout
Jump Rope Workout
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeJumping rope is a great way to warm up your body and is a great cardio workout. Don't have…
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Fit Dice Game
Fit Dice Game
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeRoll a dice and perform the exercise assigned to that number. Get moving with a series of squat jabs,…
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Circuit 1
Circuit 1
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeCircuit training allows you to work in a lot of different movements into a short amount of time. Perform…
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Circuit 2
Circuit 2
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeCircuit training is a fun way to do many different movments in intervals. Perform burpees, flutter kicks, and mountain…
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Planking Around
Planking Around
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeBuild your core through a series of tabata core moves.
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Fitness on the Fly
Fitness on the Fly
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeA jar filled with different movements will suprise you with fun ways to improve your fitness.
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Fitness Circuit
Fitness Circuit
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeFour rounds of burpees, air squats, bear crawls, and lunges make up this fun fitness circuit.
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Dicey
Dicey
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeJumping jacks, burpees, and lunges are all a part of this dice game. Roll the dice and performs ten…
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Deck o’ Fun Card Fitness
Deck o’ Fun Card Fitness
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeSit ups, air squats, burpees, and other fun movements make up this eight minute routine where a deck of…
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Cardio Drumming
Cardio Drumming
Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenPractice your drumming skills while getting a great full body workout.
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Rock, Paper, Scissors, Show
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Show
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeTurn the familiar Rock, Paper, Scissors game into a fun exercise game involving flutter kicks, jumping jacks, and more.
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Volleyball SkillsLesson 1031
Volleyball Skills
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeDevelop your sports skills with Mr. Mair and learn proper form for bumping, setting, and serving a volleyball.
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Underhand ThrowLesson 1029
Underhand Throw
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeSafely practice an underhand throw in your living room.
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Soccer SkillsLesson 1030
Soccer Skills
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn basic soccer skills like the instep kick, side foot pass, soccer trap, and dribbling.
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Overhand ThrowLesson 1028
Overhand Throw
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeThe overhand throw is used in a variety of sports. It's used in baseball, softball, football, and even basketball…
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Ladder SkillsLesson 1034
Ladder Skills
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeLadder drills are excellent for spiking your heart rate and practicing coordination. Do some one steps, hops, and crossovers…
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Dynamic StretchingLesson 1033
Dynamic Stretching
Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeGet your heart rate up with a series of knee highs, frog jumps, walking lunges and other exercises you…
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Dot DrillsLesson 1035
Dot Drills
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeExecute the dot drill as many times as you can in this 8 minute workout.
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Basketball SkillsLesson 1032
Basketball Skills
Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeProper form is critical in sports and exercise. Mr. Mair takes you through dribbling and shooting techniques.
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Funny Faces from the GardenLesson 106
Funny Faces from the Garden
EnglishPre-KFollow a recipe to make a healthy snack with a funny face, and read a story about gardening.
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All About the Letter ALesson 105
All About the Letter A
EnglishPre-KLearn all about the letter /a/ including its sounds, and how to write it. Then find the letter /a/…
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Animal AnticsLesson 104
Animal Antics
EnglishPre-KPlay with the sounds that start words and act like animals in the outdoors in this exciting episode.
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Actions at the PondLesson 103
Actions at the Pond
EnglishPre-KPractice action, or movement, words as we read the story Over and Under the Pond.
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Take a Trip OutdoorsLesson 102
Take a Trip Outdoors
EnglishPre-KTake a trip outdoors using our imaginations and write about your adventure with some help from Mr. Colón.
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Sand WritingLesson 101
Sand Writing
EnglishPre-KPractice writing the first letter of your name in a sandbox, talk about other things that you can do…
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Venomous Fish in the Great LakesLesson 2211
Venomous Fish in the Great Lakes
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExplore the phenomenon of venomous fish in the Great Lakes by learning about the Northern Madtoms.
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Festive Fall Patterned Leaves
Festive Fall Patterned Leaves
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeFill your page with leaves festooned with elaborate patterns and textures.
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Fabulous Flowers & Roots
Fabulous Flowers & Roots
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeDraw flowers from the top to the bottom of the roots, as though the full plan was visible through…
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3-D Heart Optical Illusion
3-D Heart Optical Illusion
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeTrick the eye and draw a 3-D Heart Optical Illusion.
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Enter the Dragon Mural: Overpainting
Enter the Dragon Mural: Overpainting
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeDIA staff-artists Ani Garabedian and Stephanie Sucaet-Felczak complete the overpainting of a community partnership mural in Lake Orion, Michigan.
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Artist Demonstration: Sajeev Visweswaran
Artist Demonstration: Sajeev Visweswaran
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn about the art and artistic process of Sajeev Visweswaran, a visual artist based in New Delhi and Ann…
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Artist Demonstration: Nabeela Najjar
Artist Demonstration: Nabeela Najjar
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn about the art and artistic process of Nabeela Najjar, a costume and fashion designer located in Detroit, Michigan.
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Artist Demonstration: Kayla Powers
Artist Demonstration: Kayla Powers
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn about the art and artistic process of Kayla Powers, a weaver and natural dyer living and working in…
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Artist Demonstration: James Thigpen Jr.
Artist Demonstration: James Thigpen Jr.
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeNow residing in Detroit, James was born in Flint, Michigan, and recalls one of his earliest childhood memories of…
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Artist demonstration: Desiree Kelly
Artist demonstration: Desiree Kelly
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn about the art and artistic process of Desiree Kelly, an award-winning artist and a native to Detroit, Michigan.
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Sustainable Finance Expert
Sustainable Finance Expert
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeHealth Educator Bethany Thayer explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how awareness of healthy lifestyles and making good choices…
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Meteorologist
Meteorologist
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeHealth Educator Bethany Thayer explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how awareness of healthy lifestyles and making good choices…
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Marine Archaeologist
Marine Archaeologist
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeHealth Educator Bethany Thayer explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how awareness of healthy lifestyles and making good choices…
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Chemical Oceanographer
Chemical Oceanographer
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeFiat Chrysler Automotive’s auto-design color and materials director LaShirl Turner shows Janellyn the science and art behind using various…
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That’s Snow BusinessLesson 303
That’s Snow Business
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeOur fishy friend looks a little worried when we draw a cat to keep him company! Students will also…
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BeLEAF it or NOT: Why do Leaves Change Color in the Fall?
BeLEAF it or NOT: Why do Leaves Change Color in the Fall?
Science2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeMuch of what makes a tree is the basic structure and form. Single stems (trunks) and at least 30…
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BeLEAF it or NOT: How do Trees Regenerate?
BeLEAF it or NOT: How do Trees Regenerate?
Science2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeMuch of what makes a tree is the basic structure and form. Single stems (trunks) and at least 30…
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BeLEAF It or Not: How to Identify Trees Part 1
BeLEAF It or Not: How to Identify Trees Part 1
Science1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, Kindergartenhttps://youtu.be/Bzljedb0kDATree identification is a popular hobby and one of the first steps in better understanding our forests. Part 1…
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Watermelon
Watermelon
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a watermelon slice with just a bit of polymer clay!
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Twisty Marshmallow
Twisty Marshmallow
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a twisty marshmallow with just a bit of polymer clay!
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Toaster Pastry
Toaster Pastry
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a toaster pastry with just a bit of polymer clay!
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Swirl Lollipop
Swirl Lollipop
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a swirl lollipop with just a bit of polymer clay!
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Sushi Roll
Sushi Roll
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a sushi roll with just a bit of polymer clay!
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Stack of Pancakes
Stack of Pancakes
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a stack of pancakes with just a bit of polymer…
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Pizza Slice
Pizza Slice
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a slice of pizza with just a bit of polymer…
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Ice Cream Cone
Ice Cream Cone
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make an ice cream cone with just a bit of polymer…
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Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a mug of hot chocolate with just a bit of…
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Goldfish Cracker
Goldfish Cracker
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make a goldfish cracker with just a bit of polymer clay!
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Corn on the Cob
Corn on the Cob
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFollow along as Ann Arbor District Library staff make an ear of corn with just a bit of polymer…
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Constant Speed AheadLesson 2210
Constant Speed Ahead
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExplore the sport of eFoiling and how Newtonian physics can be used to explain the phenomenon of the surfboard…
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Mapping the Floor of the Great LakesLesson 2209
Mapping the Floor of the Great Lakes
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExplore the phenomenon of sound waves underwater used to map landforms and how modern technology is helping update the…
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Meso American Art
Meso American Art
Art1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, KindergartenHave you ever heard the sound of a steel tongue drum? Detroit musician Demetrius Thomas demonstrates this beautiful instrument…
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Fascinating Freshwater FishLesson 2209
Fascinating Freshwater Fish
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExplore the phenomenon of biodiversity in the Great Lakes and the efforts one museum in Ontario, Canada has taken to catalog…
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LightbulbsLesson 214
Lightbulbs
EnglishPre-KWimee and friends sing about things that are bright; Miss Jessica teaches us how to think like an inventor;…
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Little ThingsLesson 224
Little Things
EnglishPre-KThe team tells Wimee what they would do if they were tiny for a day; the Itty Bitty Mini…
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How Cities Change Over Time (Short)Lesson 6
How Cities Change Over Time (Short)
ArchitectureMathScience1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenArchitects Brian and Jess team up with kids to find the "heart of the city," the center that cities…
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Sustainable Building (Short)Lesson 5
Sustainable Building (Short)
ArchitectureMathScience1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenAnimals are masters of building homes that fit in with the natural environment. We humans can learn a lot…
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Combating Coal AshLesson 2208
Combating Coal Ash
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExplore the phenomenon of coal ash contamination in groundwater and the threat it poses to Lake Michigan and other…
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How Cities Change Over TimeLesson 6
How Cities Change Over Time
ArchitectureMathScience1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenArchitects Brian and Jess team up with kids to find the "heart of the city," the center that cities…
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Sustainable BuildingLesson 5
Sustainable Building
ArchitectureMathScience1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenAnimals are masters of building homes that fit in with the natural environment. We humans can learn a lot…
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All About the Alphabet and the Letter ALesson 101
All About the Alphabet and the Letter A
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter A, have fun with sounds, learn one new high-frequency word, and sing a song.
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Shh…It’s time for School!Lesson 101
Shh…It’s time for School!
English1st GradeRead a book that compares what schools looked like in the past and what schools look like now, then…
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All About Maps and -Ar- WordsLesson 101
All About Maps and -Ar- Words
English2nd GradeAnswer the big questions: What are the parts of a map and how can a map help me describe…
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Meet Michigan and Compound WordsLesson 101
Meet Michigan and Compound Words
English3rd GradeHelp answer the question: What is special about Michigan? Then work on compound words and read some facts about…
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A Name Game and the Letter TLesson 102
A Name Game and the Letter T
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter T, play with sounds, learn two new high-frequency words, and learn a silly song…
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School Days Then and NowLesson 102
School Days Then and Now
English1st GradeWhat did schools look like in the past, and what do schools look like now? Plus, try a word…
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Maps and -or- WordsLesson 102
Maps and -or- Words
English2nd GradeMake your own book about where you live and learn about different ways to spell the sound /or/.
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More about Michigan and Sorting Compound WordsLesson 102
More about Michigan and Sorting Compound Words
English3rd GradeLearn about compound words, read about Michigan, and write an informational text.
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My Learning Style
My Learning Style
English4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeDescribe the type of assignments and projects you like to do. Why do you enjoy them?
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Past Goals
Past Goals
English4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeWrite about a time when you set a goal for yourself. What were the results?
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Perfect Day
Perfect Day
English4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeDescribe the perfect day for a new student at your school.
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Making Change
Making Change
English4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeImagine you are appointed principal for a month. What rules would you change? What new policies would you create?
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Families and the Letter HLesson 103
Families and the Letter H
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter H, play with sounds, learn two new high-frequency words, and read part of a…
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CHop, CHip, CHin – Learning -ch-.Lesson 103
CHop, CHip, CHin – Learning -ch-.
English1st GradeLearn the diagraph sound -ch- and some new high frequency words with diagraphs -ch- and -sh-.
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Words Spelled with -ir, -er, -ur, and -earLesson 103
Words Spelled with -ir, -er, -ur, and -ear
English2nd GradeLearn about different ways to spell the sound /er/ and answer the big questions: What are the parts of…
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Prefixes re- and un-, and Adventures in MichiganLesson 103
Prefixes re- and un-, and Adventures in Michigan
English3rd GradeWhat is special about Michigan? Learn about the re- and un- prefixes, read a hybrid text about a Michigan…
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Sing Along Fun and the Letter ILesson 104
Sing Along Fun and the Letter I
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter I, play with sounds, learn a new high-frequency word, and read a story.
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Superior SalamandersLesson 2207
Superior Salamanders
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeThis lesson will explore the phenomenon of salamander migration — across a main road — in Presque Isle Park near Lake…
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School: A Place to Learn and GrowLesson 104
School: A Place to Learn and Grow
English1st GradeBuild words, write a sound poem and learn more about schools of the past and today.
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What’s a Neighborhood?Lesson 104
What’s a Neighborhood?
English2nd GradeDraw a map of your neighborhood, then read and match homophones with the /air/ sound.
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Re-, un-, and Informational WritingLesson 104
Re-, un-, and Informational Writing
English3rd GradeLearn more about the prefixes re- and un-, and work on some informational writing.
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Family Fun and the Letter LLesson 105
Family Fun and the Letter L
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter L, review the alphabet, learn two new high-frequency words, read a book about families…
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Teach Us Your Name and -th-’s Two SoundsLesson 105
Teach Us Your Name and -th-’s Two Sounds
English1st GradePractice the -th- sound and learn about names.
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Where I Live and Words with -Ear- and -Eer-Lesson 105
Where I Live and Words with -Ear- and -Eer-
English2nd GradeLearn about your town and about the /ear/ sound.
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Being a Michigan Kid and -ful and -less SuffixesLesson 105
Being a Michigan Kid and -ful and -less Suffixes
English3rd GradeHelp answer the big question: what makes you a Michigan kid? Learn about the -ful and -less suffixes and…
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Sounds All Around and the Letter MLesson 106
Sounds All Around and the Letter M
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter M, learn a new high frequency word, read a poem and listen for rhyming…
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Sorting -th- and Mystery Word BuildingLesson 106
Sorting -th- and Mystery Word Building
English1st GradeSort words with the -th- sound and solve a word mystery.
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The -oy Sound and Where We Live!Lesson 106
The -oy Sound and Where We Live!
English2nd GradeMake maps of your country and your continent and learn about spelling words with the /oy/ sound.
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Being a Michigan Kid and a Word WebLesson 106
Being a Michigan Kid and a Word Web
English3rd GradeLearn how base words change when we add a prefix or a suffix, and work on some narrative writing.
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Letters All Around and the Letter PLesson 107
Letters All Around and the Letter P
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter P, play with sounds, learn two new high-frequency words, discover letters all around us…
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How Do You Shine? And L BlendsLesson 107
How Do You Shine? And L Blends
English1st GradeLearn about special patterns called blends for -bl-, -cl-, and -fl-. Then review the -sh-, -ch-, and -th- sounds.
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Words with -aw- and -au-, and My Place in the WorldLesson 107
Words with -aw- and -au-, and My Place in the World
English2nd GradeMake a book about the world we live in and learn about words with the /aw/ sound.
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A Powwow and SuffixesLesson 107
A Powwow and Suffixes
English3rd GradeAnswer the big question: what is special about my community? Learn about the -able and -er suffixes, read a…
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Fun With Words, Friends, and the Letter OLesson 108
Fun With Words, Friends, and the Letter O
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter O, play with sounds, learn two new high-frequency words, and read a story.
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More L Blends and a Name PoemLesson 108
More L Blends and a Name Poem
English1st GradeLearn about -gl-, -sl-, and -pl- blends and write a type of poem called an acrostic.
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Words with -ou- and -ow-Lesson 108
Words with -ou- and -ow-
English2nd GradeLearn about community and read words with the /ow/ sound.
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Word Webs and A PowwowLesson 108
Word Webs and A Powwow
English3rd GradePractice narrative writing, learn more about how base words change when we add a prefix or suffix, and read…
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Talking about our feelings and the letter SLesson 109
Talking about our feelings and the letter S
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter S, read a book about our feelings, and write a sentence.
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My School CommunityLesson 109
My School Community
English1st GradeLearn about blends with the letter R, and learn about how a school is a community.
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The Motor City and Words Spelled with -ph-Lesson 109
The Motor City and Words Spelled with -ph-
English2nd GradeLearn about Detroit, the Motor City, and compare it to where you live. Then learn about words with the…
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Your Name and Prefixes over- and mis-Lesson 109
Your Name and Prefixes over- and mis-
English3rd GradeLearn about the over- and mis- prefixes, read a text about a special name, and work on some narrative…
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Calming Down and the Letter RLesson 110
Calming Down and the Letter R
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter R, learn two new high frequency words, and read a book about being angry.
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People and Places in my SchoolLesson 110
People and Places in my School
English1st GradeBuild a mystery word, then write about schools and communities.
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Michigan and a Mystery WordLesson 110
Michigan and a Mystery Word
English2nd GradeLearn about the Great Lakes State, Michigan. Then, help solve a mystery word.
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More Mis- Prefixes and Your NameLesson 110
More Mis- Prefixes and Your Name
English3rd GradeLearn more about the prefixes over- and mis-, and work on narrative writing.
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The Great Lakes “Vampire”Lesson 2206
The Great Lakes “Vampire”
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeThis lesson will explore the phenomenon of invasive species in the Great Lakes, specifically the sea lamprey, to help…
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Letter A and the Weather, too!Lesson 201
Letter A and the Weather, too!
EnglishKindergartenLearn about the letter A and read a nursery rhyme about the weather.
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Stories and the SkyLesson 201
Stories and the Sky
English1st GradeWork with words that have beginning blends and plan a story about the sky.
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Earth’s Landforms and -tch- WordsLesson 201
Earth’s Landforms and -tch- Words
English2nd GradePractice words with the -tch- sound and learn about landforms and bodies of water.
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Prefixes and Saving the TroutLesson 201
Prefixes and Saving the Trout
English3rd GradeLearn the fore- and trans- prefixes, read about trout, and learn about narrative writing.
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Precipitation starts with PLesson 202
Precipitation starts with P
EnglishKindergartenLearn about the letter P and learn about the different types of precipitation.
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Up in the sky! Writing a Narrative StoryLesson 202
Up in the sky! Writing a Narrative Story
English1st GradeLearn some new words, read a story, and think about your sky story.
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Tall Tales, Landforms, and -tch WordsLesson 202
Tall Tales, Landforms, and -tch Words
English2nd GradePractice words with the -tch- sound and read a tall tale about Paul Bunyan.
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More Prefixes and Saving the TroutLesson 202
More Prefixes and Saving the Trout
English3rd GradeLearn the fore- and trans- prefixes and learn more about narrative writing.
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Measuring Temperature and The Letter NLesson 203
Measuring Temperature and The Letter N
EnglishKindergartenLearn about the letter N and read about temperature.
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Day and Night SkyLesson 203
Day and Night Sky
English1st GradeLearn how to make a story map and read a story about day and night patterns.
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Erosion Changes Earth and -dge- WordsLesson 203
Erosion Changes Earth and -dge- Words
English2nd GradePractice words with the /j/ sound and read a book about weather.
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Suffixes and Saving the SalmonLesson 203
Suffixes and Saving the Salmon
English3rd GradeLearn about the -ous and -en suffixes, read a nonfiction text about salmon, and brainstorm ideas for narrative writing.
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Clouds and the letter CLesson 204
Clouds and the letter C
EnglishKindergartenLearn about the letter C and sort the different types of clouds.
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The Cost of Drinking WaterLesson 2205
The Cost of Drinking Water
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeBased on an independent project by the Great Lakes News Collaborative to better understand the real cost of water,…
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S Blends Under the SunLesson 204
S Blends Under the Sun
English1st GradePractice words with s blends and connect a story map to your own writing.
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Rain Shadow Effect – Death Valley and Sequoia
Rain Shadow Effect – Death Valley and Sequoia
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeDeath Valley is one of the driest places in North America - but only about a 100 miles from…
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Meet a Scientist – Dr. Vernon Morris
Meet a Scientist – Dr. Vernon Morris
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeDr. Vernon Morris talks about his work learning about our atmosphere and why increasing access to STEM careers is…
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Tall Things Considered – Sequoia National Park
Tall Things Considered – Sequoia National Park
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeRanger Michael Raymonds explains why giant sequoias get so giant and how they've adapted to the Sierra Mountains.
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Meet a Scientist – Caprice Phillips
Meet a Scientist – Caprice Phillips
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeCaprice Phillips shares how trips to her grandparent's home in rural Arkansas with her first telescope inspired her to…
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Desert Adaptations: Saguaro National Park
Desert Adaptations: Saguaro National Park
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeSaguaro National Park receives about 10 inches of rain a year, but has some of the highest biodiversity in…
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Meet a Scientist – Cam Juarez
Meet a Scientist – Cam Juarez
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeRanger Cam Juarez shares how environmental justice can hit close to home and the work he does to educate…
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Ah! Gila Monsters!
Ah! Gila Monsters!
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeRanger Jordan Camp talks gila monsters and Chris shares a cool citizen science project.
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Succulents at Home
Succulents at Home
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeJeremy Jones and Jamil Cary explain how succulents are adapted to dry environments and gives some hot tips on…
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Grand Canyon – Laws of Stratigraphy
Grand Canyon – Laws of Stratigraphy
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeChris and Gabe Santos explain how you can learn about the Earth's history by learning how to read the…
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Relative Dating Game
Relative Dating Game
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeHost Michelle Barboza Ramirez asks Chris the tough questions on the relative age of rock layers.
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Meet a Scientist – Michelle Barboza Ramirez – Geologist
Meet a Scientist – Michelle Barboza Ramirez – Geologist
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeMichelle Barboza Ramierez shares her passion for rocks and teaching the public about geology.
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Gabe Santos – Paleontology Curator
Gabe Santos – Paleontology Curator
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeGabe Santos share his journey to become a paleontologist and how he uses Star Wars cosplay to teach kids…
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Alf Museum Fossils
Alf Museum Fossils
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradePaleontology curator Gabe Santos shows Chris fossils that could be found in the Grand Canyon.
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Skunks Along the Trail
Skunks Along the Trail
ScienceVirtual Field Trips1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, KindergartenTake a virtual trip outside with your Metroparks. This time on the trail we found a sign from a…
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Beavers Along The Trail
Beavers Along The Trail
ScienceVirtual Field Trips1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, KindergartenAs we go along the trail in Oakwoods Metropark, we are looking for signs of animals. If we’re lucky…
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Deer Along the Trail
Deer Along the Trail
ScienceVirtual Field Trips1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, KindergartenThis time on the trail we found a sign from a deer that has ventured through Oakwoods Metropark.
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Foxes of Michigan
Foxes of Michigan
ScienceVirtual Field Trips1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, KindergartenLearn about the two fox species we have here in Michigan. Discover what makes each fox unique and learn…
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Egg Anatomy
Egg Anatomy
ScienceVirtual Field Trips1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, KindergartenWith this video we will look closely at those eggs, discover what is inside of them, have a fun…
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Eggs And Chicks: Watch Baby Chicks Hatch From Their Eggs
Eggs And Chicks: Watch Baby Chicks Hatch From Their Eggs
ScienceVirtual Field Trips1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, KindergartenIn early March 2020, some Metropark interpreters presented hatching programs to several elementary schools in Southeastern Michigan.
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Feeding Helga The Tiger Salamander
Feeding Helga The Tiger Salamander
ScienceVirtual Field Trips1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, KindergartenLearn about eastern tiger salamanders and watch Helga enjoy some yummy meal worms.
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3M’s – Mean, Median and Mode
3M’s – Mean, Median and Mode
Math4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeMister C wrote and composed this song to help students better understand Mean, Median and Mode!
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Long Division Rap – STOP, DROP, and ROLL
Long Division Rap – STOP, DROP, and ROLL
Math4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeMister C created this song to provide simple Long division safety tips for all students to know and understand.…
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Line ’em Up (decimal song)
Line ’em Up (decimal song)
Math4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeMister C knows the importance of lining up his decimals before adding or subtracting! This fun song was made…
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Robotics Engineer Career Overview
Robotics Engineer Career Overview
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFind out about Robotics Engineering and the careers you can have in the field.
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Veterinarian Career Overview
Veterinarian Career Overview
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeVeterinarians care for the health of animals and work to improve public health. They diagnose, treat, and research medical…
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Veterinarian: My Career
Veterinarian: My Career
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeWatch Marcia Backstrom, DVM, veterinarian and senior clinician at BluePearl Veterinary Partners in Ann Arbor, Michigan, describe her typical…
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Veterinarian: Tips for Handling Animals
Veterinarian: Tips for Handling Animals
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeWatch Marcia Backstrom, DVM, veterinarian and senior clinician at BluePearl Veterinary Partners in Ann Arbor, Michigan, describe her typical…
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Why a Veterinarian?
Why a Veterinarian?
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeVeterinarian Marcia Backstrom shares valuable career guidance and life advice.
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Advice from a Veterinarian
Advice from a Veterinarian
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeVeterinarian Marcia Backstrom shares her best life advice.
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STEM Activist: My Career
STEM Activist: My Career
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeWatch Violeta Garcia, Ph.D., STEM Activist and founder of STEM Learning By Design, share how her family fled El…
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STEM Activist: Why Girls Should Consider A Career in STEM
STEM Activist: Why Girls Should Consider A Career in STEM
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeWatch STEM Activist Violeta García share why girls should consider a career in STEM.
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STEM Activist: Exciting Projects
STEM Activist: Exciting Projects
Career Exploration4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeWatch STEM Activist Violeta García share why girls should consider a career in STEM.
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Virtual Field Trip: Shooting Superior Skies
Virtual Field Trip: Shooting Superior Skies
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeWhen it comes to seeing and photographing the northern lights, the Great Lakes region is one of the best…
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Virtual Field Trip: Coast Guard Belle Isle
Virtual Field Trip: Coast Guard Belle Isle
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeFrom a station on Belle Isle, U.S. Coast Guard boats patrol the Detroit River from Lake St. Clair to…
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Virtual Field Trip: The Newest National Park
Virtual Field Trip: The Newest National Park
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeAs the Indiana Dunes area transitions from National Lakeshore to National Park, more visitors are enjoying its beaches and…
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Virtual Field Trip: Spring Cleaning with the Great Lakes Now Intern
Virtual Field Trip: Spring Cleaning with the Great Lakes Now Intern
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeIntern Brionne Davis helped produce a "video diary" for release on Earth Day in advance of the Spring Clean…
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Virtual Field Trip: Lake Sturgeon
Virtual Field Trip: Lake Sturgeon
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeThey may start small, but due to restoration, they become very, very big. Great Lakes Now visits the Toldeo…
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Virtual Field Trip: Algae
Virtual Field Trip: Algae
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeAlgae is so important to our region, but when algae grows extremely fast it's called a bloom. Most of…
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Virtual Field Trip: Lead-Poisoned Eagle
Virtual Field Trip: Lead-Poisoned Eagle
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeA bald eagle was spotted acting unusual. It turns out that it had severe lead poisoning. Lead poisoning for…
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Virtual Field Trip: Microplastics in the Lakes
Virtual Field Trip: Microplastics in the Lakes
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeDid you know that over 10,000 tons of plastics enters the Great Lakes every year? Researchers in New York…
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Virtual Field Trip: Floating Habitats
Virtual Field Trip: Floating Habitats
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeA partnership of the John G. Shedd Aquarium’s Kayak for Conservation program and the Urban Rivers organization has created…
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Virtual Field Trip: (Ship)Wrecks Within Reach
Virtual Field Trip: (Ship)Wrecks Within Reach
ScienceVirtual Field Trips6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeThe Great Lakes only national marine sanctuary brings underwater history up close. Whether you’re in a glass-bottomed boat, looking…
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The Hyena and the Crow
The Hyena and the Crow
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenWhat gives hyenas their unusual walking style? Join David, educator and storyteller, as he tells the tale of "The…
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Myths and Misconceptions about Frogs and Toads
Myths and Misconceptions about Frogs and Toads
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenWhen it comes to fairytales not all amphibians are treated equally. Join Zahraa, education specialist for the Detroit Zoological…
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Art Bytes: Jim Pallas
Art Bytes: Jim Pallas
Art1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, KindergartenDetroit Institute of Arts (DIA) gallery teacher Andrea Del Rio discusses "Firefly: Portrait of the Artist with Cosmic Bubble"…
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Art Bytes: Ik-Joong Kang
Art Bytes: Ik-Joong Kang
Art1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, KindergartenDetroit Institute of Arts (DIA) gallery teacher Andrea Del Rio discusses "Happy World" by Ik-Joong Kang.
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Sound Bytes: Steel Tongue Drum
Sound Bytes: Steel Tongue Drum
Art1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, KindergartenHave you ever heard the sound of a steel tongue drum? Detroit musician Demetrius Thomas demonstrates this beautiful instrument…
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BeLEAF it or NOT: Photosynthesis and Respiration in Trees!
BeLEAF it or NOT: Photosynthesis and Respiration in Trees!
Science4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeYup, it's true! Trees employ both photosynthesis AND respiration, although some people associate respiration only with animals.
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BeLEAF it or NOT: Crowns, Trunks and Roots!
BeLEAF it or NOT: Crowns, Trunks and Roots!
Science2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeMuch of what makes a tree is the basic structure and form. Single stems (trunks) and at least 30…
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Code.org: Building a Foundation
Code.org: Building a Foundation
Computer Science3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeWork on a difficult task to build a strong foundation.
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Careers in Tech: Kinsley from Facebook
Careers in Tech: Kinsley from Facebook
Career ExplorationComputer Science3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeCurious about coding? Meet Kinsley, a software engineer at Facebook.
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Change the Face of Computer Science
Change the Face of Computer Science
Computer Science3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeOnly 3% of Black students learn computer science in high school or beyond. Inspire or encourage a Black student…
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Hour of Code with Stephen Curry
Hour of Code with Stephen Curry
Computer Science3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeChat with basketball star Stephen Curry on the importance of computer science.
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Magnetic Doodle Art
Magnetic Doodle Art
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeBuild your own magnetic doodle board and become DIY smARTer with this attractive, MAGnificent activity that combines science &…
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Symmetrical Density Art
Symmetrical Density Art
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeUse oil and food coloring to create beautiful, symmetrical works of art and explore density at the same time!
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Pendulum Art
Pendulum Art
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGet into the swing of things with this simple pendulum art activity! Combine the scientific concepts of a pendulum…
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Expressive Emojis
Expressive Emojis
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExpress yourself! Learn to create convincing facial expressions and how to convey a range of emotions.
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All About You Profiles
All About You Profiles
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeCreate an entirely different type of self-portrait!
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Alma Thomas Drawings
Alma Thomas Drawings
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeDiscover the amazing art of Alma Thomas and make your own abstract, color field drawing.
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Learn to Shade: Realistic Rainbow Lollipops
Learn to Shade: Realistic Rainbow Lollipops
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExplore how to use shading techniques to draw a lollipop that looks real enough to eat!
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At Home DIA: Kite MakingLesson 3
At Home DIA: Kite Making
Art2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeInspired by American artist Elliott Erwitt's "Stinson Beach Boy with Kite, 1975" — make a simple kite at home,…
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Stories Without Words
Stories Without Words
English1st Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-KJoin the Ann Arbor District Library's crew of puppet pals as they recommend and talk about new and interesting…
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Winter Wonderland
Winter Wonderland
English1st Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-Khttps://youtu.be/xi0zewvxWnQJoin the Ann Arbor District Library’s crew of puppet pals as they recommend and talk about new and interesting…
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Lola’s Work
Lola’s Work
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenTo Crescenciana Tan, family meant everything. After years of labor in the Philippines, she came to the U.S. to…
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Eyes on the Stars
Eyes on the Stars
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenOn January 28, 1986, NASA Challenger mission STS-51-L ended in tragedy when the shuttle exploded 73 seconds after takeoff.…
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The Little Things
The Little Things
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten“You know, it’s the little things that you do day in and day out that I admired for the…
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The Last Viewing
The Last Viewing
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenAllen Hoe was as a combat medic in Vietnam. His oldest son, Nainoa K. Hoe, served as a first…
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Alone Together
Alone Together
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenThroughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Director of Microbiology Dr. Roberto Vargas worked long hours running tests at a hospital in…
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Zookeeper
Zookeeper
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeZookeeper Annie Marcum shows investigator Genesis the nutritional science involved in the care of carnivores! From lions to tigers…
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Computer Software Developer
Computer Software Developer
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeComputer Coder Hillary Lewandowski explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how programming language is used to create interactive websites.…
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Robotics Engineer
Robotics Engineer
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeRobotics and Automation Educator Sid Mosley demonstrates to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how students and professionals retrain for new…
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Water Chemist
Water Chemist
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeWater Chemist Daveda Quinn shows investigator Genesis the importance of chemistry in keeping our water clean and safe! Daveda…
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Athletic Trainer
Athletic Trainer
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGenesis “strengthens” her knowledge of athletic training with LouAnne Jefferson! Athletic training is more than just push-ups and sit-ups!…
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Airplane Pilot
Airplane Pilot
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeFasten your seat belt as Janellyn learns how to fly a plane with Delta Air Lines pilot Emily Coaker!…
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Urban Forest Hydrologist
Urban Forest Hydrologist
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeJanellyn’s knowledge about forest hydrology grows with Asia Dowtin! They venture into the forest to collect and analyze precipitation…
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Ornithologist
Ornithologist
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeJanellyn gets a bird’s eye view of ornithology from expert Pam Rasmussen! Ornithologist Pam Rasmussen explains the science behind…
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US Fire Management Officer
US Fire Management Officer
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeJanellyn explores the benefits of prescribed burns and how they relate to convection with United States Fire Management Officer…
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Athletic Turf Manager
Athletic Turf Manager
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeMichigan State University Athletic Turf Manager Amy Fouty shares the science behind creating athletic fields with kid investigator Genesis!…
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Health Educator
Health Educator
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeHealth Educator Bethany Thayer explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how awareness of healthy lifestyles and making good choices…
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Science Center Director
Science Center Director
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExplore your possibilities at Detroit's Michigan Science Center as Dr. Tonya Matthews takes Janellyn on an interactive tour.
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Packaging Engineer
Packaging Engineer
Janellyn has a GRRREAT! time with Kellogg Company packaging engineer Karen Keeder! Karen shows Janellyn the science that goes…
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Auto Design Director
Auto Design Director
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeFiat Chrysler Automotive’s auto-design color and materials director LaShirl Turner shows Janellyn the science and art behind using various…
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Astronomer
Astronomer
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGenesis is 'over-the-moon' to learn about astronomy with Jillian Bellovary! Jillian explains to Genesis what black holes are, how…
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Astronaut
Astronaut
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeJanellyn’s knowledge about space blasts off with NASA astronaut Jessica Meir! Jessica launches into her experience of what it’s…
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Architectural Designer
Architectural Designer
Career Exploration3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeArchitectural Designer Tiffany Brown “builds” Janellyn’s knowledge about architecture! Janellyn learns the science and art that goes into the…
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Space Waste Odyssey Part 2 Act 3Lesson 1202
Space Waste Odyssey Part 2 Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIt is Motherboard's birthday, but not all is well. The CyberSquad must save Cyberspace on their own when a…
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Space Waste Odyssey Part 2 Act 2Lesson 1202
Space Waste Odyssey Part 2 Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIt is Motherboard's birthday, but not all is well. The CyberSquad must save Cyberspace on their own when a…
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Space Waste Odyssey Part 2 Act 1Lesson 1202
Space Waste Odyssey Part 2 Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIt is Motherboard's birthday, but not all is well. The CyberSquad must save Cyberspace on their own when a…
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Space Waste Odyssey Part 1 Act 3Lesson 1201
Space Waste Odyssey Part 1 Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIt is Motherboard's birthday, but not all is well. The CyberSquad must save Cyberspace on their own when a…
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Space Waste Odyssey Part 1 Act 2Lesson 1201
Space Waste Odyssey Part 1 Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIt is Motherboard's birthday, but not all is well. The CyberSquad must save Cyberspace on their own when a…
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Space Waste Odyssey Part 1 Act 1Lesson 1201
Space Waste Odyssey Part 1 Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIt is Motherboard's birthday, but not all is well. The CyberSquad must save Cyberspace on their own when a…
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Missing Bats in Sensible Flats Act 3Lesson 1205
Missing Bats in Sensible Flats Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeDigit's cousin, Brigit, thinks a lack of bats is the reason the flowering cactus plants are not bearing any…
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Missing Bats in Sensible Flats Act 2Lesson 1205
Missing Bats in Sensible Flats Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeDigit's cousin, Brigit, thinks a lack of bats is the reason the flowering cactus plants are not bearing any…
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Missing Bats in Sensible Flats Act 1Lesson 1205
Missing Bats in Sensible Flats Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeDigit's cousin, Brigit, thinks a lack of bats is the reason the flowering cactus plants are not bearing any…
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A Seedy Business Act 3Lesson 1003
A Seedy Business Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeThe CyberSquad must investigate why Hacker saved the cybersite Factoria.Click the image above to watch this episode on the…
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A Seedy Business Act 2Lesson 1003
A Seedy Business Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeThe CyberSquad must investigate why Hacker saved the cybersite Factoria.Click the image above to watch this episode on the…
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A Seedy Business Act 1Lesson 1003
A Seedy Business Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeThe CyberSquad must investigate why Hacker saved the cybersite Factoria.Click the image above to watch this episode on the…
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Giving Thanks Day Act 3Lesson 1202
Giving Thanks Day Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeThe CyberSquad is excited to celebrate Giving Thanks Day with Jackie's pumpkin pie, but there's a big problem --…
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Giving Thanks Day Act 2Lesson 1202
Giving Thanks Day Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeThe CyberSquad is excited to celebrate Giving Thanks Day with Jackie's pumpkin pie, but there's a big problem --…
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Giving Thanks Day Act 1Lesson 1202
Giving Thanks Day Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeThe CyberSquad is excited to celebrate Giving Thanks Day with Jackie's pumpkin pie, but there's a big problem --…
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Journey of a Thousand Food Miles Act 3Lesson 1212
Journey of a Thousand Food Miles Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeJackie and Inez search everywhere for cherries so Digit can make his famous cherry supreme dessert for food critic…
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Journey of a Thousand Food Miles Act 2Lesson 1212
Journey of a Thousand Food Miles Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeJackie and Inez search everywhere for cherries so Digit can make his famous cherry supreme dessert for food critic…
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Journey of a Thousand Food Miles Act 1Lesson 1212
Journey of a Thousand Food Miles Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeJackie and Inez search everywhere for cherries so Digit can make his famous cherry supreme dessert for food critic…
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A Garden Grows in Botlyn Act 3Lesson 1204
A Garden Grows in Botlyn Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeRen and the CyberSquad use their math skills to plant a garden in an unlikely space. Meanwhile, Hacker receives…
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A Garden Grows in Botlyn Act 2Lesson 1204
A Garden Grows in Botlyn Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeRen and the CyberSquad use their math skills to plant a garden in an unlikely space. Meanwhile, Hacker receives…
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A Garden Grows in Botlyn Act 1Lesson 1204
A Garden Grows in Botlyn Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeRen and the CyberSquad use their math skills to plant a garden in an unlikely space. Meanwhile, Hacker receives…
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Hacker Hugs a Tree Act 3Lesson 1208
Hacker Hugs a Tree Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIn an unlikely pairing, the CyberSquad helps Hacker stop a new villain named Zusk who is zapping trees with…
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Hacker Hugs a Tree Act 2Lesson 1208
Hacker Hugs a Tree Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIn an unlikely pairing, the CyberSquad helps Hacker stop a new villain named Zusk who is zapping trees with…
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Hacker Hugs a Tree Act 1Lesson 1208
Hacker Hugs a Tree Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeIn an unlikely pairing, the CyberSquad helps Hacker stop a new villain named Zusk who is zapping trees with…
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Composting in the Clutch Act 3Lesson 1210
Composting in the Clutch Act 3
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeHacker suctions up all the dirt in Dingerville Park just before The Dingerball Series -- a once-in-every-four-year championship --…
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Composting in the Clutch Act 2Lesson 1210
Composting in the Clutch Act 2
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeHacker suctions up all the dirt in Dingerville Park just before The Dingerball Series -- a once-in-every-four-year championship --…
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Composting in the Clutch Act 1Lesson 1210
Composting in the Clutch Act 1
Math3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th GradeHacker suctions up all the dirt in Dingerville Park just before The Dingerball Series -- a once-in-every-four-year championship --…
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The Fungus Among UsLesson 2204
The Fungus Among Us
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeExplore the phenomenon of fungal networks in the city of Crystal Falls, MI to help students learn some of…
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Koala and a Kooky KookaburraLesson 102
Koala and a Kooky Kookaburra
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeAward-winning cartoonist, Joe Wos, takes to the trees of Australia where we learn to draw a Koala and Kookaburra.…
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Platypus and CrocodileLesson 103
Platypus and Crocodile
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn to draw one of the world’s most unusual animals, the platypus. Follow along step-by-step with cartoonist Joe Wos…
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Rooster on the RoofLesson 202
Rooster on the Roof
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeHigh up on the barn roof, a rooster wakes up early and waits for someone to draw him. Cartoonist…
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Dog Gone CuteLesson 301
Dog Gone Cute
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn to draw an adorable dog using letters, numbers, and simple shapes. Joe will also share tips on using…
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A Very Fancy HamsterLesson 302
A Very Fancy Hamster
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeIn this episode we draw a hamster all dressed up in his top hat and tails. Students will see…
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Something’s FishyLesson 303
Something’s Fishy
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeOur fishy friend looks a little worried when we draw a cat to keep him company! Students will also…
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Playful PenguinLesson 402
Playful Penguin
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeGrab your paper and pen and float on down to the South Pole where we will draw an ice-skating…
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Seal of ApprovalLesson 403
Seal of Approval
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeMeet two North Pole pals: A Narwhal and his best friend Seal! Students will also learn about character relationships.
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Quick Draw: Colorful Personality
Quick Draw: Colorful Personality
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeLearn how color helps convey emotion.
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Quick Draw: Practice Makes Pretty Good
Quick Draw: Practice Makes Pretty Good
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeThe best way to learn is to practice!
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Quick Draw: Tooling Around
Quick Draw: Tooling Around
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeDifferent tools provide different types of lines.
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Quick Draw: Doodling
Quick Draw: Doodling
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeFinding inspiration in scribbles.
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ManufacturingLesson 2
Manufacturing
Career ExplorationComputer ScienceMathScience6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeMeet with a data analyst at La-Z-Boy to learn how her work helps to bring comfy chairs to your…
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CybersecurityLesson 01
Cybersecurity
Career ExplorationComputer ScienceMathScience6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeLearn about cybersecurity from three women who work in this exciting field. Liz Beattie, cybersecurity expert at Dominos, tells…
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Shoot for the StarsLesson 308
Shoot for the Stars
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd GradeTrey Devey, President of Interlochen Center for the Arts, reads the book Gloria's Big Problem. The episode focuses on…
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When I Grow UpLesson 307
When I Grow Up
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd GradeThe episode discusses some potential careers, including some you may never have thought about, and talks about having the…
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Great OutdoorsLesson 306
Great Outdoors
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd GradeThe episode explores the subject of plants, while also using plants and how they never sit still as a…
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EngineeringLesson 305
Engineering
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd GradeThe co-founder of GoSili, which makes environmentally-friendly cups and straws, Stacey Feeley visits City Opera House to read the…
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Under WaterLesson 302
Under Water
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd GradeMichele Howard reads the book The Great Lakes. The episode's activity is led by Tara Gang, an elementary art…
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Bowl of Cereal
Bowl of Cereal
Art3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeDo you like cute little fun foods? Watch this video and see how we made one with just a…
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Take FlightLesson 301
Take Flight
English1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd GradeHost Ben Whiting serves as guest reader in the season opening episode that explores concepts related to flight. The…
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Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet
English6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeOriginally performed by the Interlochen Arts Academy for Valentines Day, this ballet adaptation of the famous play is now…
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Making a Difference and the Letter XLesson 310
Making a Difference and the Letter X
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter X and learn two new high-frequency words.
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I Can Follow the RulesLesson 310
I Can Follow the Rules
English1st GradeLearn about communities and citizenship and learn some new high frequency words.
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Around the World Again, and -ed Word SpellingLesson 310
Around the World Again, and -ed Word Spelling
English2nd GradeSpelling with the -ed suffix and lunar eclipses.
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Decoding Types of Syllables and Getting it Done!Lesson 310
Decoding Types of Syllables and Getting it Done!
English3rd GradeLearn more about how you can be a world changer, and more about syllables.
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Being a Leader and the Letter QLesson 309
Being a Leader and the Letter Q
EnglishKindergartenThe letter Q and the qualities of a good leader.
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Who Makes the Rules?Lesson 309
Who Makes the Rules?
English1st GradeDoing word work and "How do citizens shape our community? "
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Around the World and the -ed SuffixLesson 309
Around the World and the -ed Suffix
English2nd GradeLearn about the -ed suffix and about our round world.
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What are the Types of Syllables?Lesson 309
What are the Types of Syllables?
English3rd GradeRead words with many different syllable types and learn how to be a world changer.
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Wolf Pups and the Letter ULesson 308
Wolf Pups and the Letter U
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter U and read a story about a wolf mom and her pups.
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Rules are ImportantLesson 308
Rules are Important
English1st GradeRead a fun story about a girl who is called Mean Jean the Recess Queen. Then try a word…
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Timelines and the -ing SuffixLesson 308
Timelines and the -ing Suffix
English2nd GradeLearn about timelines and spelling words with -ing endings.
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Sorting Consonant-l-e WordsLesson 308
Sorting Consonant-l-e Words
English3rd GradeRead words with the -le ending, and read about inventing the stoplight.
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Making Friends and the Letter MLesson 307
Making Friends and the Letter M
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter M and practice building words.
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Active Citizens have OpinionsLesson 307
Active Citizens have Opinions
English1st GradeLearn about community helpers and how to be an active citizen in your community. Then, write an opinion piece.
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Around the World and the -ing SuffixLesson 307
Around the World and the -ing Suffix
English2nd GradeLearn about schools of the past and today, and learn about the -ing ending.
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PreservationLesson 4
Preservation
ArchitectureMathScience1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenHave you ever heard of time capsules? Because of how architects have designed the world we live in, any…
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LandmarksLesson 3
Landmarks
ArchitectureMathScience1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, KindergartenHow many different kinds of landmarks can you find in one neighborhood? Landmarks in a neighborhood act as an…
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Beyond English Class: The Power of Poetry
Beyond English Class: The Power of Poetry
English6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th GradeTravel with host Justin Rogers as we meet young people throughout Michigan who use poetry to empower themselves and…
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The Number TwoLesson 204
The Number Two
EnglishPre-KWimee sings a song about twos; Mr. Brad from Kent District Library teaches us numbers in Swahili; Ms. Joanna…
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Make a Duck Mask Necklace and Learn to Count to Seven
Make a Duck Mask Necklace and Learn to Count to Seven
MathKindergarten, Pre-KMake a duck mask necklace and quack along as we count and solve basic math equations.
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Sorting and Collecting
Sorting and Collecting
MathKindergarten, Pre-KLearn how children can sort, collect, and group objects they see in the real-world A simple chore, like laundry,…
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Number Sense and Counting
Number Sense and Counting
MathKindergarten, Pre-KDiscover how children learn to count and how you, as a family member or caregiver of a young learner,…
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Spatial Sense
Spatial Sense
MathKindergarten, Pre-KKids must develop a spatial sense to communicate with others about the world around them. To do so, it’s…
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Make Bead Wands While Sorting and Collecting
Make Bead Wands While Sorting and Collecting
MathKindergarten, Pre-KIn this step-by-step activity video, we create magical bead wands while learning to sort and collect with your child.…
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Make a Newspaper City to Develop Spatial Sense
Make a Newspaper City to Develop Spatial Sense
MathKindergarten, Pre-KIn this step-by-step activity video, which requires little other than some newspaper and tape, we learn about the vocabulary…
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Learn to Count With Number Bingo
Learn to Count With Number Bingo
MathKindergarten, Pre-KIn this step-by-step activity video, we create a fun Bingo-style board game while helping your child develop number and…
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Create Colorful Collages to Learn About Shapes
Create Colorful Collages to Learn About Shapes
MathKindergarten, Pre-KIn this step-by-step activity video, we hunt through magazines and newspapers for shapes while talking to our children about…
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Build a Loom to Weave Your Own Patterns
Build a Loom to Weave Your Own Patterns
MathKindergarten, Pre-KIn this step-by-step activity video, we learn to identify and create patterns before creating a simple loom from popsicle…
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Sailing Close to the Winter WindLesson 2203
Sailing Close to the Winter Wind
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeThis lesson will explore the phenomenon of wind in the winter through the pastime of ice boating to learn…
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Trade and the Letter KLesson 306
Trade and the Letter K
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter K and learn about being an active citizen in your community.
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Being an Active CitizenLesson 306
Being an Active Citizen
English1st GradeRead a new informational book about how you can be an active citizen in your community, and learn some…
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How to Change the WorldLesson 306
How to Change the World
English3rd GradePractice words with the -le ending and read a biography.
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Goods that Help Us and the Letter HLesson 305
Goods that Help Us and the Letter H
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter H and about different types of homes.
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People and Places in our CommunityLesson 305
People and Places in our Community
English1st GradeGet out and about in the community to learn about community helpers.
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The -es Suffix and School in the PastLesson 305
The -es Suffix and School in the Past
English2nd GradeLearn about using the -es ending to make words plural.
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Mystery Words and a Jazz PoetLesson 305
Mystery Words and a Jazz Poet
English3rd GradeHunt for a mystery word and read a biography.
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Comparing and Ordering DecimalsLesson 24
Comparing and Ordering Decimals
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeUse the number line to place, compare, and order decimals to the hundredths. Use estimation and an algorithm based…
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Fractions as DecimalsLesson 23
Fractions as Decimals
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeMatch visual models to the numbers they represent in fraction and decimal format. Solve problems with decimal fractions. Match…
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Math FunLesson 306
Math Fun
ArtEnglishHealth & FitnessMath4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeStudent host Arise helps us have fun with…math! We learn characteristics of triangles by making shapes with our bodies,…
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Multiplying and Dividing FractionsLesson 22
Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeUse visual models and equations to solve problems involving multiplying and dividing fractions. Use models & equations to solve…
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Women’s HistoryLesson 305
Women’s History
ArtEnglishHealth & FitnessMath4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeStudent host Treasure helps us celebrate the incredible contributions women have made in science, math, literature, technology, and more.
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The Great Lakes on Thin IceLesson 2202
The Great Lakes on Thin Ice
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th GradeThis lesson will explore the phenomenon of ice cover as students learn about ways that winter is “shrinking” in…
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Multiplying FractionsLesson 21
Multiplying Fractions
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeUse visual models, repeated addition, and multiplication to solve problems with equal sized groups. Compare the strategies to see…
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Heart Health & FitnessLesson 304
Heart Health & Fitness
ArtEnglishHealth & FitnessMath4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeDr. Rebecca Hasson of InPACT at Home joins Tara Hardy to discuss the importance of moving our bodies! Plus,…
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Adding and Subtracting Fractions Part 2Lesson 20
Adding and Subtracting Fractions Part 2
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeUse estimation and visual models to solve problems involving adding fractions with unlike denominators. Solve problems involving adding fractions…
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Black HistoryLesson 303
Black History
ArtEnglishHealth & FitnessMath4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeExplore the history, heritage, and culture of African-Americans. Content partners include One Detroit, Detroit Institute of Arts, National Aeronautics…
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Adding and Subtracting Fractions Part 1Lesson 19
Adding and Subtracting Fractions Part 1
Math4th Grade, 5th GradePut together the fraction puzzle pieces by matching the visual model, expression, and fraction representations. Match visual models, expressions,…
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Creative ExpressionLesson 302
Creative Expression
ArtEnglishHealth & FitnessMath4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeLearn how to create your own spiral snake, see what it’s like to study with Broadway professionals, and more!…
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Benchmark FractionsLesson 18
Benchmark Fractions
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeUse visual models and benchmark fractions to help compare and order fractions with unlike numerators and denominators. Use a…
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Community and the Letter BLesson 304
Community and the Letter B
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter B, learn two new high-frequency words, and read a story.
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Citizenship in Our CommunityLesson 304
Citizenship in Our Community
English1st GradeLearn new high frequency words, plus more about what it means to be a citizen.
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Meet an Archaeologist!Lesson 304
Meet an Archaeologist!
English2nd GradeMeet an archaeologist and author, and work with plural words.
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Vowel Teams and Writing BiographiesLesson 304
Vowel Teams and Writing Biographies
English3rd GradePractice words with vowel teams and read about the Watts Towers.
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Lesson 301
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
ArtEnglishHealth & FitnessMath4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th GradeHonor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Content partners include U.S. National Park Service, Meet The Helpers,…
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Comparing and Ordering FractionsLesson 17
Comparing and Ordering Fractions
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeExplore comparing fractions with like numerators or like denominators to tell which is larger or smaller using benchmark fractions…
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Wants, Needs, and the Letter ELesson 303
Wants, Needs, and the Letter E
EnglishKindergartenLearn all about the letter E and the difference between wants and needs.
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Citizenship and the -ed EndingLesson 303
Citizenship and the -ed Ending
English1st GradeLearn about citizenship in your community and how the -ed ending works.
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Be an ArchaeologistLesson 303
Be an Archaeologist
English2nd GradeLearn about archaeology and with multisyllabic plural words ending in -s.
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Vowel Teams and BiographiesLesson 303
Vowel Teams and Biographies
English3rd GradeHow can I be a world changer? Practice words with vowel teams and read a story about a tower.
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Fractions As DivisionLesson 16
Fractions As Division
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeInterpret a fraction as division of the numerator by the denominator. Solve word problems involving division of whole numbers…
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Division: Unit FractionsLesson 15
Division: Unit Fractions
Math4th Grade, 5th GradeUse visual models to solve problems with division to divide unit fractions by whole numbers and whole numbers by…
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Cast Out Common Words: Said
Cast Out Common Words: Said
English4th Grade, 5th GradeWatch Story Pirate friends Lauren and Billy as they cast out common word “Said” and replace it with richer,…