The Mystery Ingredient

Observing & Questioning Science

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Module 01 — The Mystery Ingredient

Target Phenomenon

Kitchen/gym everyday observations that seem weird.

NGSS Standards

  • HS-LS2-8 — Evaluate evidence for the role of group behavior on individual and species chances to survive and reproduce. (Defending claims with evidence)

Lesson Breakdown

LessonTitleType
L01[TBD]Launch
L02[TBD]Explore
L03[TBD]Explore
L04[TBD]Explain
L05[TBD]Elaborate

Total: 5 lessons

None — this is the launch unit. No prerequisites.

Notes

Students practice scientific method through low-stakes, high-interest investigations. Establishes lab norms and evidence-based reasoning.