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.

  • 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.

  • Tell Time with Halves and Quarters
    Lesson 313

    Tell Time with Halves and Quarters

    Math2nd Grade

    Join Mrs. McCartney for a Mystery Math Mistake - Springling needs your help! Next, apply your knowledge of fractions to tell time by using half past, quarter t…

  • Read, Write and Tell Time
    Lesson 314

    Read, Write and Tell Time

    Math2nd Grade

    Join Mrs. McCartney for a Mystery Math Mistake -Springling needs your help! Get ready to have fun telling time with analog and digital clocks in five minute in…