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Smithsonian Science for the Classroom

All new! Smithsonian Science for the Classroom for Grades 1–5 is designed to be a comprehensive core science program that delivers science content through phenomena- and problem-based learning where students solve complex problems and build explanations for phenomena.

  • Modules are developed using the innovative “backwards design” model and coherent conceptual storylines that build up to a final Science or Design Challenge.
  • Engaging, student-centered instruction ensures ALL your students are successful across differing ability levels and demographics.
  • Complete instructional modules provide everything teachers and students need to be successful—print, science equipment, digital.

Program Organization

The SSEC started by organizing grade-level Performance Expectations into four “bundles” per grade. The PEs within each bundle are tied together by a phenomenon- or problem-based question intended to motivate students. These questions serve as 20 module titles across life science, Earth and space science, physical science, and engineering design.
 
Smithsonian Science for the Classroom Curriculum Framework

Smithsonian Science for the Classroom Kits

Smithsonian Science for the Classroom Modules include everything you need to be successful in teaching the New York P–12 Science Learning Standards.
 
Modules include:

  • Teacher’s Guide (print and digital) with teacher support, step-by-step investigations, guiding questions, literacy integration, and assessment
  • Access to Smithsonian resources at ScienceEducation.si.edu
  • Access to Carolina Science Online
    • Spanish student resources
    • Blackline Masters
    • Digital student readers and activity guides (Gr. 3–5 only)
  • 16 Smithsonian Science Stories Literacy Readers
  • 10 Student Activity Guides (Gr. 3–5 only)
  • Hands-on materials kit of choice:
    • 1-Use with enough materials for up to 32 students once
    • 3-Use with enough materials to teach a class of 32 students three times. 
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STC Middle School™

Smithsonian’s STCMS™ is built to meet your state science standards and incorporate the 5 innovations of science instruction.
  • Three-dimensional learning construction—every lesson, every unit
  • Lessons that apply science concepts to engineering design
  • Hands-on investigations in which students build explanations for real-world phenomena and design solutions—every day
  • Coherent learning progression that develops lesson by lesson, unit by unit—no “random acts of science”
  • Literacy and mathematics connections that bridge science content and lead to deep understanding

Program Organization

Three units in each strand of Physical, Life, and Earth/Space Science allows you to build a middle school program that suits the needs of your school or district.
STCMS™ Learning Framework—Conceptual Progression Unit by Unit

Each STCMS™ unit features:

  • Teacher Edition (print and digital)
  • Access to Carolina Science Online®
    • Teacher edition eBook access
    • Student sheets and lesson masters, including Spanish
    • Student guide eBook access
  • 16 Hardbound Student Guides
  • Hands-On Materials Kit of Choice:
    • 1-Class Kit (with enough materials for up to 32 students)
    • 5-Class Kit (with enough materials for up to 160 students)
STCMS™ Program Overview
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