Product Description
Scientific Minds is a teacher-built company that provides online teaching tools for grades 3-12 science: Science Sidekicks (3-5); Science Starters (6-8); Biology Starters; and Chemistry Starters.
Scientific Minds’ science programs are all based on the 5E learning model and have been built from state standards and NGSS. Over 100 digital lessons are available in each program, and each lesson contains engaging images, activities, assessment, and loads of academic vocabulary practice. Science Sidekicks and Science Starters can be teacher-guided or played as videos, so they can be easily integrated into existing lessons to provide support for science investigations or for daily standards instruction.
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How It Works
Each lesson includes a writing or discussion prompt (Engage), a concise lesson with powerful graphics (Explain), a vocabulary component to provide an independent study tool or a springboard for classroom activities (Elaborate), and an assessment quiz at the end of each lesson (Evaluate). Grades are collected and reported to the teacher. Science investigations and activities provide options to explore topics further (Explore).
Each module includes printable guided notes for blended learning, and different programs have additional learning tools such as concept maps, bonus interactives, and exit tickets. Online professional development is included with every teacher subscription.