Both options feature open-and-go online videos that inspire kids to love science, but there are a few differences.
This chart will help you understand what makes each option unique:
| Science Units | Mini-lessons |
| Science units are organized by grade level and include full lessons. We highly encourage you to teach the lessons within each unit, in order. | Mini-lessons are great for any age and can be taught in any order |
| Each full lesson video lasts about 30-45 minutes | Each mini-lesson video lasts about 5-7 minutes |
| Every full lesson includes a hands-on activity | Some mini-lessons include a hands-on activity |
| All science units feature supplemental materials and assessments | Some mini-lessons feature bonus Top-5 videos and extensions |
| Science units are aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) | Mini-lessons are a bite-sized way to introduce more than just scientific phenomena -- in addition to science, they also highlight areas such as music, language, nutrition, and more |
We’ve created a flexible curriculum with options for all teachers, no matter what your needs are. We are dedicated to making it easy for you to help your students stay curious!
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