Great Lakes

Dive in and explore the lakes that make Michigan truly special.

Learn about the spectacular Great Lakes region we call home, from the plants and animals that surround us to the history of lumberjacks and farmers to the beauty of the Mackinac bridge and our natural areas.

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  • Meet the Helpers: Meteorologists
    Lesson 08

    Meet the Helpers: Meteorologists

    Career ExplorationSocial Emotional Learning1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, Kindergarten

    Find out how this helper assists in emergency situations.

  • Shipwreck
    Lesson 1105

    Shipwreck

    Health & Fitness1st Grade, Kindergarten

    Practice following directions in this fun workout game.

  • Ride the Wave of Fitness Fun
    Lesson 16

    Ride the Wave of Fitness Fun

    Health & Fitness1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, Kindergarten

    Get moving with jumping jacks and air squats to increase your heart rate and get your body moving.

  • Measuring
    Lesson 313

    Measuring

    Math1st Grade

    Join Mrs. Markavich with a Mystery Math Mistake - see if you can help D.C. with his strategy! Next, we'll measure with different tools (connecting cubes and pa…

  • Measuring with Different Units
    Lesson 314

    Measuring with Different Units

    Math1st Grade

    Join Mrs. Markavich with a Mystery Math Mistake - see if you can help D.C. with his strategy! Next, can you help us measure with different units (small and lar…