Fangs in Focus: Demystifying the Snake’s Arsenal (Middle School Edition)
Dive deeper into the world of snakes, dissecting the mysteries [...]
Fangs in Focus: Demystifying the Snake’s Arsenal
Through hands-on modeling and experimentation, students explore different fang types, [...]
Diving into the World of Plecos: Nature’s Aquarium Cleaners
This hands-on, multi-sensory lesson introduces young learners to plecos, through [...]
Turtle Thermoregulation: Finding the Turtle’s Comfort Zone
In this lesson, students learn about thermoregulation and how reptiles [...]
Sticky Secrets: Unveiling the Gecko’s Defiance of Gravity
This lesson delves into the fascinating science behind how a [...]
Sticky Secrets: Unveiling the Gecko’s Defiance of Gravity Grades 3-5
This STEM activity delves into the science behind geckos' amazing [...]
Dive into STEM! Exploring Our Classroom Aquarium
In this STEM lesson, students use the classroom aquarium to observe real animals, identify needs, and then get creative by designing their own aquatic creature.
Hiss-terical Observations: Investigating Cockroaches Like Scientists!
In this STEM lesson plan from Pets in the Classroom, students will investigate like scientists by engaging with live Madagascar hissing cockroaches to practice scientific observation skills and design and conduct a controlled experiment.
Ready, Set, Go: Increasing the Speed of Our Bearded Dragon
Students use their understanding of forces and motion to design [...]
Mealworm Mystery: Adapting to Change in the Ecosystem
Students investigate the impact of a simulated food shortage on [...]
Decoding the Guinea Pig Blueprint: Genes and Heredity
This lesson explores genes and heredity, using the guinea pig [...]
Critter Carrier Creation: Design a Cozy Carrier for Your Class Pet
Students will use design thinking and engineering principles to build [...]
Turtle Tech: From Scales to Solutions
This lesson explores the adaptations of turtle shells and challenges [...]
Scales and Stories: A Kindergarten Lesson on Texture and Snakes
In this kindergarten lesson, the students will learn about the [...]
Design a Home for a Hermit Crab
Students learn about hermit crabs and how they use their [...]
Hermit Crab Shell Showdown
In this lesson, students learn about the function of the [...]
Colorful Cafe for Birds
In this STEM lesson, kindergartens become avian architects and fashion [...]
Feathery Fun
In this STEM lesson, students explore the structural wonders of [...]
Building Bridges: A STEMtastic Challenge for Guinea Pig Pals
In this STEM Challenge, students design and construct miniature bridges [...]
Mealworms and Bearded Dragons: Unveiling Life Cycles and Adaptations
This STEM lesson takes students on a journey from mealworms [...]
Cloaked in Color: Designing Animal Camouflage
In this STEM lesson, students will investigate and understand that [...]
Weighing the Wily Hamster: A Design Challenge
Students will design and build a safe and accurate way [...]
Pup Prosthetics: Engineering Mobility for Dogs in Need
Students use the engineering design process to design and create [...]
Something is Fishy in the Nitrogen Cycle
In this lesson on the nitrogen cycle, students will set [...]
Lizard Lunch
Students will learn about the energy roles of organisms and [...]
Hamster Math: Taking Care of Our Class Pet
In the lesson, Hamster Math: Taking Care of Our Class Pet, students embark on a budgeting adventure to furnish a hamster home!
Learning to Adapt – Gecko Adventure
This lesson plan takes K-2nd graders on a gecko adventure! Students explore animal habitats and discover the adaptations of various gecko species.
The Dynamics of Carbon Dioxide in the Aquarium
Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless gas that is naturally present in Earth's atmosphere.
Mi Mascota Acuática (“My Aquatic Pet”)
In this lesson, students will practice describing likes and dislikes in Spanish from the perspective of the classroom pet fish.
Debate: Using DNA Technologies
In this engaging project, students will dive deep into the world of DNA technology, exploring its potential and perils through the lens of debate.
Spectacular Spiders
This engaging STEM lesson will introduce kindergarteners to the unique characteristics and behaviors of spiders, fostering curiosity and appreciation for these often misunderstood creatures.
Mousing Around the Clock
In this engaging science project, students will embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of a mouse's circadian rhythm.
The Glowing of the GloFIsh
In this lesson, students will explore the fascinating world of GloFish, genetically engineered zebrafish that emit fluorescent colors under different types of light.
Exploring Ectothermic and Endothermic Organisms
In this lesson, students will investigate the concepts of ectothermy and endothermy using lizards as a model organism.
Hamster Fun
This project provides students with opportunities to develop their understanding of science and engineering concepts, language arts skills, and math skills.
Tortoise Treasures: Creating Enriching Playthings
Students identify the likes and dislikes of their classroom Russian tortoise through observations.
Our Gecko is Sick
Students use inquiry skills and knowledge of reptiles to identify why the crested gecko sick and what changes need to be made to his environment to ensure his continued health.
Guinea Pig Design Challenge
The class guinea pig needs more accessories for inside its cage, and to play outside of the cage.
Testing a Guinea Pig Lesson Plan
In this two part experiment, students will test how guinea pigs respond to various changes in their environment.
