Interactive Earth
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Port Angeles, Washington, United States
About the store
David Zelenka began developing interactive media in 1993 under the company name Interactive Earth. Since that time he has developed web sites, graphic design, educational materials, and released books that reflect the great creativity evident in both human endeavor and the natural world.
David's skill as a naturalist, artist, educator and designer find their roots in a deep curiosity and love for the natural world. He has worked to promote stewardship of a variety of ecosystems in the United States as a multimedia contractor, seasonal park ranger, wilderness guide, skills center teacher, and curriculum developer. His recent endeavors have been to encourage critical-thinking in education and to foster genuine interactions between students, their communities, and the environment.
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Tectonic Tessellation Playground
In this NGSS-aligned investigation, students will analyze seafloor age data in the classroom, look for patterns and structure in the Earth’s crust, and create a digital model of Pangea or their own reconstruction of a paleo-Earth. They will explore plate tectonics and plate boundaries using Google Earth.
6th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Science
NGSS
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
DiscoMath's 25 Favorite Math Investigations
Our math investigations are designed on the project-based learning model (PBL). PBL is a student-centered pedagogy that involves a dynamic classroom approach in which students gain knowledge through active exploration of real-world challenges. Students team up and learn about applied math topics by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to a complex question or set of related problem. The math investigations listed are intended to be student-facing PBL instructional p
6th - 10th
Applied Math, Computer Science - Technology, Science
Animal Vision Angles
Learning Target: Student will construct and measure binocular and monocular vision angles for one species of animal, while constructing a model for apparent vision. Materials: protractor, skull printable document (best with actual animal skulls) Species included: wolf, cougar, raccoon, deer, cow, owl, raven
5th - 12th
Biology, Math
CCSS
8.G.A.1
, 8.G.A.1b
, 8.G.A.5
Earth's Place in the Universe
In this investigation, students will use an online tool to set size, distance, orbital velocity, and tilt angles for the Earth/Moon system. Students will develop different models which accurately describe different features, such as eclipses, of the Sun, Earth, and Moon system.
6th - 8th
Earth Sciences
CCSS, NGSS
6.RP.A.1
, 6.RP.A.2
, 6.RP.A.3
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Let's Look Inside the Earth - Earthquake Investigation
In this NGSS-aligned investigation students will analyze USGS seismology data in the classroom using spreadsheets and scatter plots to look for patterns and structure in the Earth’s crust. Before analyzing data, students will learn about the methods scientists use to gather seismic data. They will explore plate tectonics, plate boundaries, and volcanoes using Google Earth. The teacher will provide demonstrations on the types of faults and how earthquakes propagate and travel through the earth.
6th - 8th
Earth Sciences
NGSS
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
Don't Jump to Conclusions (CER Framework)
The CER Framework (Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning) was developed by Katherine McNeill and Joseph Krajcik to help students make sense out of observational evidence when making explanations for questions they ask about the natural world. Use this lesson series to introduce CER to your students. They will make observations of a mystery object, make a claim about it, and write a reasoning statement that makes sense. Aligned to NGSS Science and Engineering Practices.
6th - 8th
General Science
CCSS
WHST.6-8.1b
Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Graphic Organizer
This can be used as a preassessment or exit ticket for a beginning science unit. The graphic organizer is based off NGSS Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) Framework, NGSS Science Practice 3. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations, and NGSS Science Practice 7. Engaging in Argument from Evidence.
5th - 8th
Science
CCSS
W.6.1
, W.7.1
, W.8.1
AI-Free Zone (No artificial intelligence)
AI-Free Zone poster for classrooms where artificial intelligence and LLMs are not allowed. Printable PDF.
Not Specific
English Language Arts, Math, Science
Zombie Apocalypse Poster (No Cell Phones allowed)
Printable PDF poster for classrooms where smart phones are not allowed.
Not Specific
English Language Arts, Math, Science
NGSS/Math Standards Worksheet
This Google Sheet allows teachers to collect lesson and exit ticket data about NGSS and CCSS Math standards they are covering in class. It is highly customizable by the teacher who uses it, perfect for a STEM classroom. The spreadsheet has two main parts: 1) Teachers can use the Overview sheet to enter their daily lessons tied to a standard. It's a highlighted checklist of the various standards to help monitor coverage. 2) The other tool is an Exit Ticket system. First, teachers can enter their
Not Specific
Math, Science
Too Far to Wander
One of the purposes of the book is to foster a true sense of wonder in order that students can become creative, caring adults who are dedicated to environmental and community stewardship. As a former park ranger, teacher and parent, I have taken great effort to make sure that details are accurate while also make it clear that safety and appropriate wilderness protocol are important. Like any fictional account of surviving in the wilderness, the reader will learn from the mistakes of the characte
3rd - 6th
Science
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About the store
Experience
David Zelenka began developing interactive media in 1993 under the company name Interactive Earth. Since that time he has developed web sites, graphic design, educational materials, and released books that reflect the great creativity evident in both human endeavor and the natural world.
David's skill as a naturalist, artist, educator and designer find their roots in a deep curiosity and love for the natural world. He has worked to promote stewardship of a variety of ecosystems in the United States as a multimedia contractor, seasonal park ranger, wilderness guide, skills center teacher, and curriculum developer. His recent endeavors have been to encourage critical-thinking in education and to foster genuine interactions between students, their communities, and the environment.
Teaching style
Preparing students to face the challenges of our world with an upbeat attitude is my purpose as a teacher. In class, students are outfitted with the knowledge, tools, skills, and habits to support ongoing learning and growth of character. I emphasize an engagement focused classroom. The teacher and students alike help each other to foster a keen sense of enthusiasm, creative curiosity, and optimism. They engage together, meeting challenges individually and collectively. Students develop a character platform upon which is built success and happiness that reaches well beyond the classroom. The classroom acts as a well-oiled company of learners trooping through the landscape.
My own education history
University of Florida - BFA in Graphic Design
Seattle Pacific University - Washington Certification
Additional biographical information
See <a href="https://www.interactive-earth.com/">www.interactive-earth.com</a>.
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