CORE CURRICULUM / GRADES PRE-K–8
Twig Science
Discover a comprehensive, NGSS-aligned science program full of exciting, real-world STEM challenges that spark student engagement and a long-lasting love of science.
Twig Science is a phenomena-based, multimedia adventure that taps into every student’s natural instincts to try to make sense of the world.
“Twig was one of the best decisions we made…our teachers have been ecstatic about the quality of learning they have been able to facilitate [and] students have been equally impressed and highly engaged in science learning.”
Derek B.
Director of Teaching and Learning, Newberg School District, Oregon
Twig Science Features and Benefits
Find What Truly Inspires Them
Students investigate and make sense of phenomena through multiple modalities — hands-on activities, digital and video investigations, and collaborative projects — empowering each and every one to connect with learning tailored for them.
From Finding Time to Saving Time
Getting started with Twig Science is easy — and with comprehensive yet simple assessment tools, countless opportunities to integrate with ELA lessons, and Twig Science Fast Track available for Grades K–6, the time you have for science will be richer than you ever imagined.
Adventures Designed Around Your Students
Along with some of the world’s leading STEM educators, we developed a program that connects everything students do to anchor phenomena and supporting investigative phenomena — providing tangible, real-world examples of science that extend far beyond the classroom.
Building Science Knowledge and Skills Through the Grades
PreK
Immerse PreK students in a science curriculum tailored to meet their needs. Through story-led modules, students explore phenomena with hands-on investigations, unrivaled videos, interactives, and songs.
Elementary
Discover a phenomena-based core science program that embraces the investigative, hands-on nature of the NGSS, presented through award-winning, real-world STEM storylines that inspire and capture students’ imaginations.
Middle School
An investigation-based science program for the NGSS featuring the best available knowledge, science practices, and tools to help students make sense of real-world phenomena and solve demanding engineering challenges.
High Quality NGSS Design
Just Announced
The Twig Science Middle School module Volcano Hunters, one module of 28 from the program, has been awarded the NGSS Design Badge by NextGenScience at WestEd.
Read WestEd’s report that includes the EQuIP Rubric for Science.
In Volcano Hunters, students take on the role of volcanologists to make sense of the following Anchor Phenomenon:
In Kathmandu, Bougainville Island, Auckland, and Yogyakarta, people live in the shadow of hills and mountains. Three of these four locations are near the ocean, and three are in similarly rocky areas. Some of the places have experienced devastating volcanic eruptions in the past, while others have managed to find ways to protect themselves.
During the Volcano Hunters module, students use visual media, datasets, maps, and hands-on exploration to figure out why some mountainous areas have volcanoes and others do not. They apply the three dimensions of the NGSS as they analyze real-life data from active volcanoes, assess threat levels, and devise a plan to protect people from the dangers of eruptions.
Awards and Buzz
Testimonials
“My name is Jaxson and I love Twig Science… I think it should be around for centuries… thank you for making me love science.”
Jaxson, California
Take us with you
Download PDF program overviews to explore Twig Science highlights, features, and benefits in more detail.
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