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"The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts." - CS Lewis

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Ocean Biome Activity Kit (Pre-K and K, NGSS & CC)

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Animal Chat: Giraffe Edition

$3.49

Animal Chat: Penguin Edition

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Biome Bundle: Grasslands, Oceans, Deserts, & Jungles (Pre-K and K, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo offers insight into the plants, animals, and climates of biomes, including 40 short stories, 20 crafts, 8 experiments, and 39 recommended children's books. This bundle focuses on deserts,

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Short Stories, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten

Types:

Projects, Activities, Handouts

CCSS:

K.CC.A.1, K.CC.A.2, K.MD.A.1, RL.K.1, RL.K.4, RI.K.1, RI.K.2, W.K.3, W.K.8, SL.K.2, SL.K.3...

$27.92

$19.98

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Jungle Biome Activity Kit (Pre-K and K, NGSS & CC)

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This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo is a collection of 10 short stories, 5 crafts, 2 experiments, and 8 recommended children's books themed around tropical rainforests. All content is organized and written for Pre-K and K,

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Short Stories, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

RL.K.1, RL.K.4, RI.K.1, W.K.3, W.K.8, SL.K.2, SL.K.3, SL.K.4, SL.K.5, SL.K.6

$6.98

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Animal Senses: Classroom and On-Site Lessons (Ages 3-12, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo offers 5 lessons, specifically designed for teachers seeking curriculum that integrates the classroom and a field trip. In addition to flexible on-site activities, Animal Senses also

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Lesson Plans (Individual), Projects, Activities

CCSS:

W.K.2, W.K.3, W.K.7, W.K.8, W.1.2, W.1.3, W.1.7, W.1.8, W.2.3, W.2.7, W.2.8...

$4.98

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Desert Biome Activity Kit (Pre-K and K, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo is a collection of 10 short stories, 5 crafts, 2 experiments, and 9 recommended children's books themed around the world's deserts. All content is organized and written for Pre-K and K, and

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Short Stories, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

RL.K.1, RI.K.2, W.K.8, SL.K.3, SL.K.4, SL.K.5, SL.K.6

$6.98

Digital Download PDF (40.07 MB)

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Ocean Biome Activity Kit (Pre-K and K, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo is a collection of 10 short stories, 5 crafts, 2 experiments, and 12 recommended children's books themed around the world's oceans. All content is organized and written for Pre-K and K, and

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Short Stories, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

K.CC.A.1, K.CC.A.2, K.MD.A.1, RL.K.1, RL.K.2, RI.K.1, RI.K.2, W.K.8, SL.K.2, SL.K.3, SL.K.4...

$6.98

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Garden Education

By Explore Science

Dig into spring with these four garden activities and experiments including Flower Dissection, Garden Ecosystem Food Web, How Do Leaves Breathe, and Erosion Demonstration. Build fun crafts like the Insect Hotel & Plant Press and help real life

Subjects:

Biology, Earth Sciences, Spring

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities

$3.98

Digital Download PDF (0.38 MB)

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Animal Chat: Snow Leopard Edition

By Explore Science

Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo are proud to present our educational video series: Animal Chats! This video focuses on the snow leopard, a conversational-style resource with an expert zoo keeper. This product provides informative

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Homeschool, Kindergarten, Not Grade Specific, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Minilessons

$3.49

Video & Supporting Document
Duration: 05:07

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Animal Opposites: Fast/Slow Activity Kit (Ages 3-12, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo contains 6 activities and 4 crafts themed around animal opposites: fast/slow. All activities are aligned to NGSS* and CC standards, spanning from ages 3-12. Download includes master

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

SL.K.1, SL.K.2, SL.K.3, SL.K.6, SL.1.1, SL.1.3, SL.2.1, SL.2.3, SL.3.1, SL.3.3, SL.3.6...

$6.98

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Animal Chat: Giraffe Edition

By Explore Science

Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo are proud to present our educational video series: Animal Chats! This video focuses on the Masai giraffe, a conversational-style resource with an expert zoo keeper. This product provides informative

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Homeschool, Kindergarten, Not Grade Specific, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Minilessons

$3.49

Video & Supporting Document
Duration: 05:16

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Animal Opposites Bundle: 5 Activity Kits (Ages 3-12, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo highlights animal opposites: Tall/Short, Loud/Quiet, Hard/Soft, Dry/Wet, and Fast/Slow. This bundle offers 30 activities and 14 crafts, all aligned to NGSS* and CC standards and spanning

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

SL.K.1, SL.K.2, SL.K.3, SL.K.5, SL.K.6, SL.1.1, SL.1.3, SL.1.6, SL.2.1, SL.2.3, SL.2.6...

$27.92

$19.98

Digital Download PDF (4.80 MB)

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Animal Chat: Penguin Edition

By Explore Science

Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo are proud to present our educational video series: Animal Chats! This video focuses on the Humboldt penguin, a conversational-style resource with an expert zoo keeper. This product provides informative

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Homeschool, Kindergarten, Not Grade Specific, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Minilessons

$3.49

Video & Supporting Document
Duration: 05:53

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Animal Opposites: Hard/Soft Activity Kit (Ages 3-12, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo contains 5 activities and 3 crafts themed around animal opposites: hard/soft. All activities are aligned to NGSS* and CC standards, spanning from ages 3-12. Download includes master

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

SL.K.1, SL.K.3, SL.K.6, SL.1.1, SL.1.3, SL.2.1, SL.2.3, SL.3.1, SL.3.3, SL.3.6, SL.4.1...

$6.98

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Animal Opposites: Loud/Quiet Activity Kit (Ages 3-12, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo contains 8 activities and 2 crafts themed around animal opposites: loud/quiet. All activities are aligned to NGSS* and CC standards, spanning from ages 3-12. Download includes master

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

SL.K.1, SL.K.3, SL.1.1, SL.1.3, SL.2.1, SL.2.3, SL.2.6, SL.3.1, SL.3.3, SL.3.6, SL.4.1...

$6.98

Digital Download PDF (0.63 MB)

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Animal Opposites: Tall/Short Activity Kit (Ages 3-12, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo contains 5 activities and 2 crafts themed around animal opposites: tall/short. All activities are aligned to NGSS* and CC standards, spanning from ages 3-12. Download includes master

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

SL.K.1, SL.K.3, SL.K.6, SL.1.1, SL.1.3, SL.1.6, SL.2.1, SL.2.3, SL.2.6, SL.3.1, SL.3.3...

$6.98

Digital Download PDF (2.08 MB)

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Animal Opposites: Dry/Wet Activity Kit (Ages 3-12, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo contains 6 activities and 3 crafts themed around animal opposites: dry/wet. All activities are aligned to NGSS* and CC standards, spanning from ages 3-12. Download includes master materials

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Biology, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Lesson Plans (Individual), Projects, Activities

CCSS:

SL.K.1, SL.K.2, SL.K.3, SL.K.5, SL.K.6, SL.1.1, SL.1.3, SL.2.1, SL.2.3, SL.3.1, SL.3.6...

$6.98

Digital Download PDF (0.90 MB)

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Grassland Biome Activity Kit (Pre-K and K, NGSS & CC)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo is a collection of 10 short stories, 5 crafts, 2 experiments, and 10 recommended children's books themed around the world's deserts. All content is organized and written for Pre-K and K,

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Short Stories, Environment

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten

Types:

Projects, Activities, Minilessons

CCSS:

RL.K.1, RI.K.2, W.K.8, SL.K.3, SL.K.6

$6.98

Digital Download PDF (4.88 MB)

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Grasslands Education

By Explore Science

Learn about grasslands and their inhabitants with our Grasslands guide! Explore topics like camouflage and erosion with our fun-filled experiments, crafts, and games. Standards guide included!

Subjects:

Biology, Earth Sciences, Spring

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities

$3.98

Digital Download PDF (2.79 MB)

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Intro to Biomes (includes Worksheet, Pre-K and K)

By Explore Science

This product from Explore Science and the Santa Barbara Zoo offers insight into the plants, animals, and climates of biomes, including a bonus student worksheet (printable). It serves as a companion to our other biome kits for Jungle, Ocean, Desert,

Subjects:

Biology, Environment, Visual Arts

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten

Types:

Worksheets, Outlines, Minilessons

FREE

Digital Download PDF (49.29 MB)

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Halloween Experiments

By Explore Science

7 Science themed activities that include material list and standards. Insect Scarecrow, Plant Press and Halloween Candy Dissolving experiments are just a few of the thrilling activities provided.

Subjects:

Science, Environment, Halloween

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities

$3.00

Digital Download DOCX (0.33 MB)

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Fall Themed Activities Bundle!

By Explore Science

Twelve hands-on science experiments with materials list and standards guide. Activities include fall-themed experiments for Halloween, Veteran's Day, and Thanksgiving.

Subjects:

Science, Thanksgiving, Halloween

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities

$4.99

Digital Download PDF (0.85 MB)

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Specialty, Science, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Critical Thinking, Short Stories, Holidays/Seasonal, Thanksgiving, Halloween, St. Patrick's Day, Spring, Handwriting

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