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Smithsonian Science for the Classroom™

Building Blocks of Science®3D, K–5
Smithsonian Science for the Classroom™, K–5
Smithsonian’s STCMS™, 6–8
OpenSciEd, 6-8

Engage, Inspire, and Connect to Indiana’s Elementary Students

Program Evaluation

Smithsonian Science for the Classroom™ offers educators phenomena- and problem-based modules for grades K–5. Twenty-four modules offer a depth of learning and an integrated approach to teaching science and engineering that only the expertise of the Smithsonian can provide.
 
Use these program evaluation resources to learn what Smithsonian Science has to offer teachers and students.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
LESSON SAMPLERS
REVIEW UNITS ONLINE
MORE TEACHER SUPPORT

Program Overview

Program Overview
Correlation to Indiana Standards
K-5 Learning Progressions

Smithsonian Science for the Classroom™ Learning Framework for Indiana

Life Science Earth and Space Science Physical Science Engineering Design
Kindergarten
What Do Plants and Animals Need to Live? How Can We Be Ready for the Weather? How Can We Change an Object's Motion? How Can We Stay Cool in the Sun?
Grade 1
How Do Living Things Stay Safe and Grow? How Can We Predict When the Sky Will Be Dark? How Can We Light Our Way in the Dark? How Can We Send a Message Using Sound?
Grade 2
How Can We Find the Best Place for a Plant to Grow? What Can Maps Tell Us About Water on Earth? How Can We Change Solids and Liquids? How Can We Stop Soil from Washing Away?
Grade 3
What Explains Similarities and Differences Between Organisms? How Do Weather and Climate Affect Our Lives? How Can We Predict Patterns of Motion? How Can We Protect Animals When Their Habitat Changes?
Grade 4
How Can Animals Use Their Senses to Communicate? What Is Our Evidence That We Live on a Changing Earth? How Does Motion Energy Change in a Collision? How Can We Provide Energy to People’s Homes?
Grade 5
How Can We Predict Change in Ecosystems? How Can We Use the Sky to Navigate? How Can We Identify Materials Based on Their Properties? How Can We Provide Freshwater to Those in Need?

Lesson Samplers

Select a grade to view and download a complete sample lesson.

Grade K
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5

Review Complete Modules on Carolina Science Online

Visit Carolina Science Online to digitally review complete modules and explore all teacher and student online resources.

Review Modules

REVIEW MODULES

Digital Review Instructions

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Additional Teacher Support

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Get Ready! Professional Learning

Learn the ins and outs of Smithsonian Science for the Classroom™ on your schedule using online videos, webinars, and chats with Carolina consultants and educational trainers.

Step 1. Get Started! Teacher Tips
Step 2. Get Informed! Digital Library
Step 3. Tell Me More! Follow-Up Webinars
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SS@Home

When schools are closed or students are absent from class, keep students engaged in three-dimensional learning with adapted lesson plans and demonstration videos to support remote teaching and learning.

Have more questions? View our Building Blocks of Science 3D Frequently Asked Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
PROGRAM RESOURCES

Meet your Indiana Curriculum Support Team:

Rick Brost

Regional Sales Manager

336.213.3487

rick.brost@carolina.com

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Stephanie Solofra

Sales Support Representative

336.214.2583

stephanie.solofra@carolina.com

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