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This lesson on the plant life cycle is designed for second grade students and blends interactive learning with clear, structured instruction. Grounded in the principles of inquiry-based learning, it enables students to explore how plants grow and change while meeting Common Core Standards. Through video observation, group discussions, and creative activities, students will build a foundational understanding of biological processes in a way that fosters both curiosity and academic achievement.

Teaching about elections and the voting process provides students with an opportunity to engage with one of the most essential aspects of civic life. This lesson promotes inquiry-based learning, allowing students to ask questions, research, and develop a deeper understanding of how elections work and why they matter. As educators, we can empower our students to explore these processes critically and collaboratively. Through group discussions and research activities, students will learn how elections ensure a representative democracy and the importance of participating in this process.

This worksheet is designed to guide students through foundational concepts in operations and algebraic thinking. Through a mix of direct questions, word problems, and pattern recognition, students will explore how addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are used in problem-solving. The goal is to develop not only their computational skills but also their ability to recognize patterns and use simple algebraic expressions. By the end of the activity, students should feel more confident in using numbers and symbols to solve problems and start seeing math as a tool for everyday life.

Have you ever noticed how two people can tell the same story differently? The way each person sees things can change the story completely! In this lesson, we’ll explore different points of view in storytelling and practice writing from multiple perspectives, giving us a new way to experience familiar tales.

Through this lesson, students learn fundamental biological concepts by comparing plant and animal cells while connecting this knowledge to a real-world issue—climate change. By linking cell structures to environmental changes, students develop a deeper understanding of how climate affects living organisms. It promotes critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and environmental awareness. Additionally, the lesson is culturally relevant, as many students come from regions disproportionately affected by climate change, helping them connect their personal experiences to scientific inquiry.

In this lesson on 2D and 3D shapes, students will engage in hands-on activities designed to build their understanding of geometry through exploration, classification, and visualization. In recent years, research has emphasized the importance of a structured, evidence-based approach to teaching foundational. Grounded in the principles of active learning and aligned with the Common Core Standards, this lesson ensures that first graders not only identify and differentiate shapes but also develop spatial awareness.

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In recent years, the Science of Reading has gained widespread recognition as a research-based approach that transforms how we teach early literacy. Grounded in decades of cognitive science and education studies, it provides a clear framework for teaching reading that ensures every child, regardless of background, has the opportunity to become a proficient reader. By emphasizing proven strategies for phonemic awareness, decoding, and comprehension, the Science of Reading equips educators to meet the diverse needs of their students, particularly those who struggle with reading, while fostering equity and lifelong success.

As AI continues to become more prevalent in the world, ensuring AI literacy is essential in schools. Students, teachers, and school leaders who have the skills to navigate and use AI responsibly will experience greater educational outcomes and be more equipped to handle the technology of the future. With Brisk Teaching, this process can be simple and effective for everyone! Continue reading to learn all you need to know about the best practices for AI literacy while using Brisk.