Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning
This lesson is part of a series, titled "Woman Crush Wednesday" in which we look at how female scientists have shaped our view of science. In this biology lesson, students will explore the contributions of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, the interconnectedness of an ecosystem, and endangered species. Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: March 16th, 2026
This lesson is part of the "Woman Crush Wednesday" series that looks at the ways female scientists have shaped our views of science. In this biology lesson, students will explore the many contributions of Jane Cooke Wright, with special attention on her study of the impact of uncontrolled cell division... Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: March 16th, 2026
Understanding Mitosis
This lesson aims to help students develop an understanding of zoonotic diseases. In this lesson, students will explore how zoonotic diseases spread. Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: April 22nd, 2026
Zoonotic Diseases
In this lesson students analyze images, take notes while viewing a video, and create advertisements over four tools used by European explorers during the Age of Exploration. Students reflect on how the introduction of tools through cultural diffusion influenced European exploration. Read more »
Created by: Laura Halstied
Date Updated: June 24th, 2026
European Exploration and Navigational Tools