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Wild Hope

Crisscross the globe to spotlight the changemakers who are restoring and protecting the natural world.

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Visual Thinking Strategies

Guide learners through research-based strategies for active processing as they view, read, or experience something new.

The Group Chat

Middle and high school students share their thoughts on current events and issues that affect students everywhere.

The Career Center

Real teens explore the opportunities in their future and the paths available to find their dream career.

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InPACT at Home

home-based physical activity program that enables K-12 students to engage in physical activity and education.

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GreenBeats

Mr. C and the science crew investigate the world through experiments and demonstrations.

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Great Lakes Now

Providing coverage of issues around protecting, cherishing, and enjoying the Great Lakes.

Future of Me

Explore STEM careers by meeting women who work in those fields.

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  • Football Drill – QB Position
    Lesson 1132

    Football Drill – QB Position

    Health & Fitness6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade

    For this movement activity, we’re going to be doing a quarterback drill.

  • Basketball Skills
    Lesson 1032

    Basketball Skills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Proper form is critical in sports and exercise. Mr. Mair takes you through dribbling and shooting techniques.

  • Dot Drills
    Lesson 1035

    Dot Drills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade

    Execute the dot drill as many times as you can in this 8 minute workout.

  • Dynamic Stretching
    Lesson 1033

    Dynamic Stretching

    Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade

    Get your heart rate up with a series of knee highs, frog jumps, walking lunges and other exercises you can do right in your living room.

  • Ladder Skills
    Lesson 1034

    Ladder Skills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade

    Ladder drills are excellent for spiking your heart rate and practicing coordination. Do some one steps, hops, and crossovers to get your blood flowing.

  • Soccer Skills
    Lesson 1030

    Soccer Skills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Learn basic soccer skills like the instep kick, side foot pass, soccer trap, and dribbling.

  • Underhand Throw
    Lesson 1029

    Underhand Throw

    Health & Fitness2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Safely practice an underhand throw in your living room.

  • Volleyball Skills
    Lesson 1031

    Volleyball Skills

    Health & Fitness4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

    Develop your sports skills with Mr. Mair and learn proper form for bumping, setting, and serving a volleyball.