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Mystery Science

Mystery Science

Product Details

Overview
Standards-aligned curriculum that inspires kids to love science!
Mystery Science is an innovative, standards-aligned, hands-on curriculum that teaches children how to think like scientists.  Our phenomena-driven instruction helps kids to better understand and communicate about the world around them through writing, discussion, and exploration.

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Features
Mystery Science is an educational platform designed to support K-5 science education. It provides engaging, hands-on science lessons and resources for teachers, which can be particularly useful in elementary classrooms. Here’s how it can be utilized in schools:

  1. Lesson Plans: Mystery Science offers a wide range of ready-to-use lesson plans that align with science standards. These plans include engaging activities, videos, and questions to help students explore various scientific concepts.

  2. Interactive Videos: The platform uses a series of short, interactive videos to introduce and explain science topics. These videos often feature questions and prompts that encourage students to think critically and engage with the material.

  3. Hands-On Activities: Each lesson includes suggestions for hands-on activities and experiments that can be done with common classroom materials. This approach helps students to learn by doing, which can enhance their understanding and retention of scientific concepts.

  4. Teacher Support: Mystery Science provides support for teachers with step-by-step instructions, additional resources, and strategies for differentiating instruction. This can be especially helpful for teachers who may not have a strong background in science.

  5. Student Engagement: The platform is designed to be engaging for young students, with a focus on making science fun and relevant. This can help to spark curiosity and foster a love of science from an early age.

  6. Assessment Tools: There are also tools and resources to help assess students’ understanding of the material, which can guide further instruction and provide insights into student learning.

Interoperability
Compatible with the following interoperability frameworks or products:

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Districts
This list is compiled annually through our web surveys, internet research, and phone interviews with California school districts.

School Districts in California that use Mystery Science*

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