Grades 6-8 Curriculum
Our curriculum for grades 6-8 is designed to meet the unique needs of middle school students, providing them with engaging STEM experiences that prepare them for future success.
Why Middle School STEM Matters:
- Middle school is a critical time for fostering a love for learning and building a strong foundation in STEM disciplines.
- Engaging students in meaningful STEM experiences during this phase cultivates curiosity and problem-solving abilities.
- STEM education equips students with essential skills for the future.
Empower middle school students with engaging STEM education.
Our approach.
- Engaging Content: Diverse STEM topics resonate with middle school students, making learning relevant and captivating.
- Project-Based Learning: Hands-on projects encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Career and College Readiness: The curriculum aligns with industry demands and college readiness standards.
- Personalized Learning: Opportunities for personalization allow students to explore their interests and take ownership of their learning journey.
- Teacher Support: We offer comprehensive support, including detailed lesson plans, instructional resources, and professional development opportunities.
Unlock the potential of every middle school student by creating a dynamic learning environment where students thrive and develop a lifelong passion for STEM.
Build Smart Clubhouse Curriculum
The Build Smart Clubhouse is a middle school curriculum that gets students designing and building their own automated clubhouses. They learn the fundamentals of construction and architecture as they build their structures using industry standards. Next, students incorporate computer science skills as they code a micro:bit and sensor technology to automate their clubhouses with a thermostat, fan, lighting, and doorbell.
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H2GP SPRINT Curriculum
This comprehensive curriculum empowers students to investigate greenhouse gases, carbon emissions, and the different methods of hydrogen production. They’ll also get hands-on experience in understanding how fuel cells work and their environmental benefits, particularly in the realm of sustainable transportation. Utilizing higher-order thinking skills, students will engage in the design optimization of a fuel-cell-powered kart. With a blend of interactive presentations, research activities, and assessments, this course offers a holistic understanding of the environmental benefits of hydrogen fuel cells and the important role they can play for a greener future.
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H2GP SPRINT Practice Track
$299.00H2GP SPRINT Car Kit
$269.00H2GP SPRINT Classroom Pack
$1,699.00
Build Smart EV Micro-Kart FLASH Curriculum
The Build Smart EV Micro-Kart FLASH curriculum puts your students in the driver’s seat as they build and code their own electric go-karts. The curriculum walks you through each step so you can enjoy the experience alongside your students. Through this hands-on build project, students develop skills in engineering, circuitry, coding, and problem solving.
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Discoveries in Design and Innovation Curriculum
micro:bit Edition
Our middle school micro:bit course is designed to immerse students in the Engineering Design Process, structured around six lessons that adhere to the 5E lesson plan format. Within this framework, students tackle real-world problems by stepping into roles defined by narrative-driven design briefs, which encourages a practical approach to problem-solving.
The curriculum employs the MakeCode platform, allowing for an interactive experience with both virtual and physical micro:bits, and places a strong emphasis on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) by integrating activities that promote collaboration, reflection, and critical thinking.
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Micro:bit v2 Go Bundle
$21.95micro:bit Power Pack
$21.95BBC micro:bit v2
$17.95
Discoveries in Design and Innovation Curriculum
3D Printing Engineering Design Edition
This middle school 3D Printing Engineering Design curriculum introduces students to computer-aided design (CAD) and the Engineering Design Process through engaging STEM challenges. Students learn to:
- Create and modify 3D models
- Explore product design principles
- Apply mathematical concepts such as geometry and spatial reasoning
- Evaluate designs based on functionality, aesthetics, and user needs
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Discoveries in Design and Innovation Curriculum
3D Printing Science Edition
This middle school 3D Printing Science curriculum combines scientific exploration with technology to help students investigate the world around them. Through hands-on STEM challenges, students explore concepts in life science, physical science, Earth and space science, energy, light, and sustainability while using computer-aided design (CAD) and 3D printing to create scientific models and solutions.
Students also examine how emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), may influence scientific discovery and innovation while exploring the important role human creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving play in advancing science.
Specialized features for remediation, extension, and social-emotional learning (SEL) help support diverse learners while fostering curiosity, creativity, and scientific inquiry. Anchored by the 5E learning model—Engage, Explore, Explain, Engineer, and Evaluate—this curriculum helps students develop a deeper understanding of scientific concepts while building the skills needed for future STEM and career opportunities.
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Foundations of Engineering, Technology and Robotics: Mission to Mars
Dobot Edition
Dobot Edition – Pairs with Dobot Magician or Dobot Magician Lite
Get ready to blast off to Mars with Dobot and the power of block coding! In this curriculum, students will set out on an epic adventure as they explore the fundamentals of robotics, computer programming, and space science.
Spanning nine exciting lessons built around the 5E lesson plan format, this course is designed to gradually familiarize students with the Dobot robotic arm, as well as the DobotLab coding application that they will use to control and code their Dobots. Throughout, students will also have the opportunity to learn about valuable problem-solving techniques used by real professional programmers, the foundational tools essential to becoming a prolific coder, the real-life research that NASA has conducted using rovers and landers on Mars, and more!
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Introducing our comprehensive curriculum: empowering educators, engaging students
Our curriculum is carefully designed to provide educators with everything they need to deliver impactful STEM education in their classrooms. Here's what you can expect when you choose our curriculum:
- 5E Lesson Plan Format: Our curriculum follows the proven 5E instructional model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Engineer, Evaluate), ensuring a comprehensive and effective learning experience for students.
- Aligned to National Standards: Our curriculum is meticulously aligned with national standards, ensuring that your students are meeting the necessary learning objectives and preparing them for academic success.
- Step-by-Step Instructions: Our curriculum provides clear and detailed step-by-step instructions for teachers, making it easy to implement the lessons and activities without any guesswork.
- Materials Lists: We understand the importance of having the right materials for hands-on learning. That's why our curriculum includes comprehensive materials lists, ensuring that you have everything you need to facilitate engaging experiments and projects.
- Objectives: Each lesson comes with clearly defined objectives, enabling you to set clear learning targets for your students and track their progress effectively.
- Tips and Strategies for Implementation: We provide valuable tips and strategies to help you implement the curriculum effectively and easily. These insights are designed to support your teaching, enhance student engagement, and address potential challenges.
We want you to succeed with our technology and curriculum. That’s why we go above and beyond to become your STEM partner. We will help you every step of the way. Our one-on-one consultations and professional development resources make getting started a breeze.
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