Friendly, hands-on courses in math, reading, science, social studies, art, health, and money skills — built for curious kids in grades 3 through 8.
42 courses · 500 units · Always up to date
Teacher-built courses with kid-friendly lessons, activities, and hands-on projects.
MATH-G-8
A full year of Grade 8 math: exponents, linear equations and slope, functions, systems, transformations, and bivariate data.
MATH-G-7
A full year of Grade 7 math: proportional reasoning, rational number operations, equations and inequalities, percents, circles, and probability.
MATH-G-6
A full year of Grade 6 math: ratios and rates, fractions, decimals and percents, integers, expressions and equations, and statistics.
MATH-G-5
A full year of Grade 5 math: decimal operations, multi-digit multiplication and division, fractions, volume and area, and the coordinate plane.
MATH-G-4
A full year of Grade 4 math: multi-digit place value, larger multiplication and division, equivalent fractions, decimals and money, and angles.
MATH-G-3
A full year of Grade 3 math: place value to 1,000, regrouping, multiplication and division foundations, simple fractions, and measurement.
ELA-G-5
A full year of Grade 5 reading and writing: citing evidence, comparing texts, figurative language, opinion essays, research, and discussion.
ELA-G-8
A full year of Grade 8 reading and writing: close reading, tone and irony, argument analysis, literary analysis essays, research, and debate.
ELA-G-7
A full year of Grade 7 reading and writing: theme across genres, literary devices, comparing texts and media, narrative craft, arguments, and research.
ELA-G-6
A full year of Grade 6 reading and writing: plot and character, central idea, author craft, argument and explanatory writing, and word roots.
ELA-G-4
A full year of Grade 4 reading and writing: close reading, theme and character, text structure, narrative and informative writing, and word study.
ELA-G-3
A full year of Grade 3 reading and writing: story elements, vocabulary, informational text, strong paragraphs, opinion writing, and speaking.
SCI-G-8
A full year of Grade 8 science: motion and energy, genetics and evolution, space systems, and engineering design with prototypes.
SCI-G-7
A full year of Grade 7 science: chemical reactions, forces and motion, waves, weather and climate, human impact, and experimental design.
SCI-G-6
A full year of Grade 6 science: cells, body systems, ecosystem energy, plate tectonics, the rock cycle, and scientific inquiry.
SCI-G-5
A full year of Grade 5 science: properties of matter, mixtures, ecosystems, Earth spheres and the water cycle, space systems, and design challenges.
SCI-G-4
A full year of Grade 4 science: energy and waves, plant and animal structures, Earth surface changes, natural resources, and engineering design.
SCI-G-3
A full year of Grade 3 science: life cycles and habitats, forces and motion, weather, Earth materials, living things needs, and observing like a scientist.
SOC-G-8
A full year of Grade 8 civics: the ideas behind the Constitution, the branches of government, courts and elections, the Bill of Rights, and civic action.
SOC-G-7
A full year of Grade 7 social studies: medieval Europe, Islamic and African empires, Asian trade, the Renaissance and Reformation, and exploration.
SOC-G-6
A full year of Grade 6 social studies: world geography, Mesopotamia and Egypt, Greece and Rome, belief systems, trade, and working with sources.
SOC-G-5
A full year of Grade 5 social studies: colonies, the Revolution, founding documents, westward expansion, the Civil War, and modern America.
SOC-G-4
A full year of Grade 4 social studies: US regions, Native nations and settlement, state and local government, geography, and economics.
SOC-G-3
A full year of Grade 3 social studies: communities, maps and landforms, citizenship, goods and services, early cultures, and traditions.
MONEY-G-8
A year of Grade 8 money skills: cash flow, saving and investing, credit decisions, and earning with taxes.
MONEY-G-7
A year of Grade 7 money skills: monthly budgets, credit and interest, paychecks and taxes, and avoiding scams.
MONEY-G-6
A year of Grade 6 money skills: allowance budgets, banking and interest, unit price, and goals with giving.
MONEY-G-5
A year of Grade 5 money skills: price and change, spending plans, bank accounts, and spotting advertising.
MONEY-G-4
A year of Grade 4 money skills: kid budgets, saving with a goal, trade-offs, and giving.
MONEY-G-3
A year of Grade 3 money skills: needs and wants, counting and saving, earning with chores and goals, and smart shopping.
LIFE-G-8
A year of Grade 8 life skills: study skills and self-advocacy, relationships, wellbeing, and running household tasks.
LIFE-G-7
A year of Grade 7 life skills: goals and habits, stress management, kitchen basics, and media literacy.
LIFE-G-6
A year of Grade 6 life skills: study habits, communication, nutrition and sleep, and digital safety.
LIFE-G-5
A year of Grade 5 life skills: coping with big feelings, digital manners, fitness, and organizing your day.
LIFE-G-4
A year of Grade 4 life skills: self-care and sleep, friendship and kindness, food choices, and staying safe.
LIFE-G-3
A year of Grade 3 life skills: feelings and friendships, healthy routines, movement and play, and safety.
CREATE-G-8
A year of Grade 8 creative work: a portfolio, screenwriting, audio storytelling, and a design sprint.
CREATE-G-7
A year of Grade 7 creative work: personal style, genre fiction, audio production, and digital animation.
CREATE-G-6
A year of Grade 6 creative work: composition, creative writing, music production, and design thinking.
CREATE-G-5
A year of Grade 5 creative work: paint and mixed media, story craft, sound design, and maker projects.
CREATE-G-4
A year of Grade 4 creative work: drawing techniques, comics, rhythm patterns, and design challenges.
CREATE-G-3
A year of Grade 3 creative work: drawing and color, storytelling, rhythm and music, and building things that work.
Activities are pitched at the right level for each grade band, with room to stretch when a student is ready.
Explore and wonder
Investigate and explain
Create and grow
Beyond courses, students can learn through their own projects, community activities, and classes taken elsewhere.
The program is structured in three phases: Foundation, Exploration, and Mastery. Each phase deepens students' competencies, builds on prior knowledge, and emphasizes practical, real-world applications.
Focus: Understanding and practicing the Design Thinking Process.
Focus: Building prototypes using physical materials and digital tools.
Focus: Breaking tasks into steps, setting timelines, and tracking progress.
Focus: Applying Design Thinking to larger, real-world problems.
Focus: Refining skills in prototyping and iterative design.
Focus: Independent project management and skill application.
Focus: Leadership and presenting real-world solutions.
Build progressively, with each phase incorporating deeper learning of Design Thinking, Prototyping, and Project Management.
Encourage students to choose projects based on their interests and passions, with mentorship to align these with real-world applications.
Use tools like Miro, Figma, Tinkercad, and project management platforms to support learning and collaboration.
Partner with local businesses, nonprofits, and industry experts to ensure projects have real-world impact.
Regular peer reviews, mentor check-ins, and user testing sessions to ensure continuous improvement and learning.
Rubrics for evaluating progress in Design Thinking, Prototyping, and Project Management.
Students build a digital portfolio documenting their projects, processes, and outcomes.
Encourage journaling or video reflections on challenges, successes, and learning outcomes.
This program provides a comprehensive, engaging, and impactful learning journey that prepares students for future careers while fostering creativity, collaboration, and independence.
Learning is not confined to the walls of a classroom; it is an ongoing journey that can happen anywhere. Community learning encompasses the rich, dynamic experiences that occur beyond traditional educational settings, allowing individuals to engage with the world around them in meaningful ways.
Whether it's gaining cultural awareness through travel, creating public art to beautify a neighborhood, cultivating a community garden, playing a sport, or mastering a musical instrument, these activities provide opportunities for growth and discovery.
Such experiences foster creativity, collaboration, and practical problem-solving while deepening connections to others and the world. Community Learning encourages individuals to explore diverse perspectives, develop valuable skills, and contribute positively to their communities, proving that rich learning experiences truly have no boundaries.
Brief overview of the experience
Goals of the activity
Explanation of the activity
Reflect on competencies developed
Collect and document evidence that shows impact and use evidence for reflection
Impact on personal development
Impact on the community
Track outside classes — dual enrollment, online courses, private lessons, co-ops, and certifications — and earn credit when your teacher approves them.