STEM Roots
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Hillsboro, Oregon, United States
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I create STEM and arts resources that inspire creativity and critical thinking. From interactive science lessons to culture to foreign language materials, I make teaching easy and engaging. Let's grow bright minds together!
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Thanksgiving Garden Science and Engineering STEM Unit
Garden clubs and classroom teachers alike enjoy this three-lesson unit! Teach your students about the science behind the first Thanksgiving harvest.
Learn what the Wampanoag taught the pilgrims about the Three Sisters planting method--prevalent throughout North America in pre-Columbian times and featured on the reverse of the 2009 Native American U.S. $1 coin.
Students will learn about:
☀ ☀ The Iroquois Indian Legend of the Three Sisters ☀ ☀
• Discover what it taught their children about co
K - 8th
Science
CCSS
RL.2.7
, W.2.2
NGSS Physical Science: "Sound Wave Cove" STEM Unit |1-PS4-1,-4
Explore Sound Wave Cove and discover the science behind sound using this three-week unit!Three weeks’ worth of lesson plans are aligned to the first-grade Next Generation Science Standards for sound waves and are appropriate for K-3. DEMOView demo (with intro screens only) here. ♫ Lesson One: Making SoundThrough class presentations, interactive multimedia explorers and hands-on labs, students will discover how each group of instruments on the cove's Instrument Island make sound and will crea
K - 5th
Music, Science, Writing
CCSS, NGSS
1.G.A.3
, RI.1.10
, W.1.2
+4
Physical Science: "Blueberry Muffins & States of Matter" Unit
A delicious way to explore the states of matter using this two-week unit!
Teach your students about the states of matter surrounding a blueberry muffin theme.
Students will learn about:
• solids, liquids and gasses
• the roles heat and temperature play in the states of matter
• exploring blueberry muffins and their ingredients to see how state of matter changes through the baking process
❤ Lesson One:
Through class presentations, interactive multimedia explorers and hands-on labs, students
PreK - 5th
Science, Visual Arts
CCSS
W.K.2
, W.1.2
, W.2.2
3:44
Bundle: The Legend of the Three Sisters Video w/Thanksgiving STEM Lesson Plans
An $11 value for $9.50! This is the video version of my popular The Legend of the Three Sisters presentation for studying Native American, legends or first Thanksgiving science. This student-facing purchase includes my Thanksgiving Science and Engineering STEM Unit Plans as linked to below. This is an excellent way to incorporate science into your November harvest theme! Stream it over Wi-Fi or download the included zip file of the video and run it from your desktop. ★ Follow me! Click the st
1st - 4th
Native Americans, Reading, Science
NGSS Life Science "Trait Mountain" STEM Unit (Traits|Heredity|Biomimicry) |1-LS
Traits, heredity, survival and biomimicry: flora and fauna abound in Trait Mountain. Follow Trait Mountain Trail and discover the life science behind traits, survival and biomimicry on your way to the summit in this three-week unit!DEMOView demo (with intro screens and a few sample interactions only) here. ★ For a quick peek at part of Lesson 3, check out my Biomimicry Discovery Cards Demo.★ Three weeks’ worth of lesson plans are aligned to the first-grade Next Generation Science Standards
K - 3rd
Biology, Performing Arts
NGSS
1-LS1-1
, 1-LS1-2
, 1-LS3-1
Also included in: NGSS Grade 1 Bundle: All 5 STEM Units
NGSS Physical Science Bundle: "Sound Wave Cove" & "Light Wave Point" | 1-PS4
This is my combo-pack for my popular Sound Wave Cove and Light Wave Point NGSS science units!
Buy the combo pack and save on six weeks of science lesson plans! Or, purchase the complete NGSS 1 Bundle for more units and savings!!
RELATED RESOURCE:
• NGSS Grade 1 Bundle: Complete STEM Curriculum
Lesson plans combine a series of:
• engaging hands-on activities
• observation labs
• writing exercises
• art and engineering projects
• computer interactives
Interactives run on Flash and PowerPoint
K - 5th
Music, Physical Science, Science
NGSS Grade 1 Bundle: All 5 STEM Units
This bundle contains five immersive lesson plans plus an eventual engineering bonus pack aligned to the Next Generation Science Standard for first grade. Each lesson plan includes complete lesson plan instructions, interactive PowerPoint presentations, corresponding e-learning activity, labs, worksheets and more. Each unit is centered around a theme that lends itself to extensions in other subjects. ★★ View my Teaching Science in First Grade with the Next Generation Science Standards video for
1st - 3rd
Biology, Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-ESS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-3
+9
NGSS Earth & Space: "Solstice Science" STEM Unit |1-ESS1-1, -2
Teach your K-3 students about the science behind the winter season with three engaging lessons. ***VIEW THE DEMO***View demo (with intro screens and a few sample interactions only) here. Learn how winter traditions are a reflection of changes in the Earth during this darker, colder season. Students will learn about: ❄ Winter lights--candles, lights and fires--and winter life--seeds, evergreens and berries--as signs of changes in sunlight during winter. After a computer interactive presen
K - 5th
Science
NGSS
1-ESS1-1
, 1-ESS1-2
Also included in: NGSS Grade 1 Bundle: All 5 STEM Units
Biome Bundle: Biomimicry Discovery Cards Kits (Buy in bulk to save!) LS1
This eight-pack bundles Biomimicry Discovery Cards from all eight biomes-- tundra, taiga, temperate forest, grasslands, desert, tropical rainforests, freshwater and marine water. Students discover innovations inspired by nature in the form of origami riddle cards (six cards per set). Buy the kits in bulk here to save!Each kit includes 6 origami cards plus two additional computer interactives. It's perfect for engineering, ecosystem, habitat or biome units--and a must for units on biomimicry. ★
1st - 8th
Biology, Engineering, Science
NGSS Physical Science: "Light Wave Point" STEM Unit |1-PS4-2,-3,-4
Explore Light Wave Point and discover the science behind light using this three-week unit!. Three weeks’ worth of lesson plans are aligned to the first-grade Next Generation Science Standards for light waves and are appropriate for K-5. DEMOView demo (with intro screens and a few sample interactions only) here. ☀ Lesson One: Do We Need Light to See?Through class presentations, interactive multimedia explorers and hands-on labs, students will discover that light is required for objects to be
K - 5th
Art, Science
NGSS
1-PS4-4
, 1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
NGSS First Grade Super Bundle: All 5 STEM Units w/Biomimicry Expansion
This bundle is my best value for NGSS first grade. It contains an five immersive lesson plans aligned to the Next Generation Science Standard for first grade--plus all eight of my Biomimicry Discovery Cards (48 cards/8 biomes). ABOUT THE BIOMIMICRY DISCOVERY CARD KIT EXPANSION:Expand Trait Mountain Lesson 3 (aligned to NGSS 1-LS1-1). The original lesson includes 6 Biomimicry Discovery Cards from the Temperate Forest biome of Trait Mountain. This expansion bundles an additional 42 Biomimicr
1st - 3rd
Biology, Earth Sciences, Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-ESS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-3
+9
NGSS Earth & Space Science: "Astro Observatory" STEM Unit | 1-ESS1-1
Patterns of the sun, moon and stars are under constant study at Astro Observatory! Collect sun, moon and star symbols on a Grecian urn while discovering and the sun's rise-set pattern, the moon's monthly phase cycle and the nightly rotation of the starsin this three-week unit!***VIEW THE DEMO***View demo (with intro screens and a few sample interactions only) here. Three weeks’ worth of lesson plans are aligned to the first-grade 1-ESS1-1 Next Generation Science Standards for earth and space
K - 3rd
Art, Biology
NGSS
1-ESS1-1
Also included in: NGSS Grade 1 Bundle: All 5 STEM Units
Pacific Northwest STEM Discovery Cards (6-Pack) | Hands-On Geography Activity
⚙️ Explore the Wonders of the Pacific Northwest – with Interactive Map! This 6-pack STEM Discovery Bundle brings together six infinitely-folding origami riddle cards and an online interactive map. Dive into the engineering, geological, and environmental STEM stories behind the Pacific Northwest's most iconic landmarks and innovations. From volcanic eruptions to renewable energy marvels and urban design solutions, this bundle offers hands-on exploration, cross-curricular connections, and di
4th - 8th
Engineering, U.S. History
Bundle: "Trait Mountain" STEM Unit + All Biomes Biomimicry Discovery Card Kits
Expand Trait Mountain Lesson 3 (aligned to NGSS 1-LS1-1). The original lesson includes 6 Biomimicry Discovery Cards from the Temperate Forest biome of Trait Mountain. This expansion bundles an additional 42 Biomimicry Discovery Cards from 7 additional biomes to SAVE!!★★ View myBiomimicry Discovery Cards Demo for a peek at what's inside. ★★★★ View myBiomimicry Discovery Cards Assembly Tutorial to learn how to assemble the cards. ★★BIOMIMICRY DISCOVERY CARD KIT BIOME DESCRIPTIONS:• Desert Bi
K - 3rd
Biology, Performing Arts
Marine Waters Biome Biomimicry Discovery Cards Kit | NGSS 1-LS1-1
The marine waters biome inspires biomimicry innovation--or copying nature. Six origami riddle cards unfold to real-world six real innovations inspired by adaptations in the salty seas and oceans of marine waters.This kit, perfect for ecosystem, habitat, biome units and biomimicry units. It's an extension of the six Biomimicry Discovery Cards featured in my Trait Mountain STEM Lesson Plans--plus two additional computer interactives and the My Biomimicry Discovery Card template. ★★ View my Bio
1st - 8th
Biology, Engineering, Science
NGSS
1-LS1-1
Also included in: Biome Bundle: Biomimicry Discovery Cards Kits (Buy in bulk to save!) LS1
Land Biomes Bundle: All Six Terrestrial Biomimicry Discovery Card Kits
This six-pack bundles Biomimicry Discovery Cards from all terrestrial biomes-- tundra, taiga, temperate forest, grasslands, desert and tropical rainforests. Students discover innovations inspired nature in the form of origami riddle cards (six cards per set). Buy the kits in bulk here to save!Each kit includes 6 origami cards plus two additional computer interactives. It's perfect for engineering, ecosystem, habitat or biome units--and a must for units on biomimicry. ★★ View my Biomimicry Disc
1st - 8th
Biology, Engineering, Science
Temperate Forest Biome Biomimicry Discovery Cards Kit | NGSS 1-LS1-1
The temperate rainforests biome inspires biomimicry innovation--or copying nature. Six origami riddle cards unfold to reveal six real-world innovations inspired by adaptations in damp, leafy, temperate rainforests.It's also found in my Trait Mountain STEM Lesson Plans. ★★ View my Biomimicry Discovery Cards Demo for a peek at what's inside. ★★ ★★ View my Biomimicry Discovery Cards Assembly Tutorial to learn how to assemble the cards. ★★ The kit includes these six infinite origami cards based o
1st - 8th
Biology, Engineering, Science
NGSS
1-LS1-1
Also included in: Biome Bundle: Biomimicry Discovery Cards Kits (Buy in bulk to save!) LS1
Washington, D.C. STEM Discovery Cards (12-Pack) | Hands-on History Activity
⚙️ Explore Washington, D.C.'s STEM Marvels – with Interactive Maps! This 12-pack STEM Discovery Bundle brings together twelve infinitely-folding origami riddle cards and an online interactive map. From iconic landmarks to scientific treasures, students will explore the engineering, historical innovation, and scientific discoveries of the nation's capital. ✨ Perfect for STEM, Engineering, and Historical Innovation units, this hands-on activity bundle is designed for Grades 4-8, blending cre
4th - 8th
Art History, Science, U.S. History
16:18
Bundle: Teaching Sound Waves in the Primary Grades with NGSS + "Sound Wave Cove"
A $17 value for $14.99! Are you teaching sound waves in the primary grades? Do you want to get up to speed on the NGSS physical science sound wave standards for first grade? Part of my Teaching with NGSS Video Series, I share with you the strategies I developed while studying the Next Generation Science Standards on sound waves for first grade. You'll learn about: ♫ Sound Waves with NGSS Grade 1 (Timestamp 2:00) ♫ My Strategies for Engaging Science (6:30) ♫ Ideas for Teaching about Sound Wav
K - 3rd
Physical Science
NGSS
1-PS4-4
, 1-PS4-1
States of Matter Interactive Game
Teach your K-2 students about the states of matter surrounding a blueberry muffin theme. This is a sampling of Complete Version: Blueberry Muffin Matter Science STEM/STEAM Lesson Plans, the first in a series of STEM/STEAM modules that can stand-alone or work as a bundle.
❤ Students will learn about:
• solids, liquids and gases
It includes:
• engaging hands-on activities
• observation labs
• writing exercises
• art projects
• computer interactive
Interactives run on Flash and PowerPoint view
PreK - 5th
Physical Science, U.S. History
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About the store
Experience
I create STEM and arts resources that inspire creativity and critical thinking. From interactive science lessons to culture to foreign language materials, I make teaching easy and engaging. Let's grow bright minds together!
Teaching style
Interactive, engaging, interdisciplinary, multisensory.
My own education history
25 years experience in Instructional Design
Homeschool parent of 10 years.
M.A. Humanities | Brigham Young University
Additional biographical information
"As a passionate creator, I love designing colorful, engaging, and innovative educational resources that inspire learning. Drawing from my humanities background and blending it with my husband’s expertise in science, I craft interdisciplinary content that bridges creativity and critical thinking. My experience as an instructional designer in higher education and corporate settings, combined with my journey as a homeschool mom, fuels my mission to provide versatile resources that empower teachers and enhance classroom experiences."
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