Twig Science is a complete TK–8 NGSS program built for California. It gives educators flexible tools for hybrid, synchronous, or asynchronous instruction to deliver three-dimensional NGSS learning. Twig Science’s multimodal hands-on and digital investigations encourage the development of 21st century skills that enable equity for all students in STEM-related opportunities, technical careers, and college advancement. […]
Twig Science Oklahoma has been built to capture the interest of 21st century students, and as a result we have focused on creating original and creative digital content, including videos, games and activities, interactive student books, online quizzes, and much more. To find out more about our approach to digital content, and what you can […]
While training and onboarding sessions are meant to make teachers more confident using the Twig Science Oklahoma program and teaching according to the OASS, we don’t just leave teachers hanging after that. To make both planning and teaching easy, we offer support throughout the Teacher Edition and on the digital platform. Here is a breakdown […]
Our Standards Maps can be found in the Framework Alignment tables that appear on the foldout of the Teacher Edition front cover. These tables detail the 1:1 correlation between the Framework Segments and the Twig Science Oklahoma Modules across the full K–5 program. For each module, they also list the Module Phenomenon (MP) and core […]
In creating Twig Science Oklahoma, which adapts 3-D learning standards as immersive story-based investigations, we considered not just the type of STEM instruction that is needed in the 21st century but also who it should be designed for. We have worked hard to make the program content reflective of all students. We know that students […]
In creating Twig Science, which adapts 3-D learning standards as immersive story-based investigations, we considered not just the type of STEM instruction that is needed in the 21st century but also who it should be designed for. We have worked hard to make the program content reflective of all students. We know that students get […]
In creating Twig Science Next Gen, which adapts 3-D learning standards as immersive story-based investigations, we considered not just the type of STEM instruction that is needed in the 21st century but also who it should be designed for. We have worked hard to make the program content reflective of all students. We know that […]
Guide to Classroom and Language Routines To help teachers save valuable teaching time and ensure that lessons run smoothly, suggested classroom routines are embedded throughout the Twig Science program. We also give suggestions for language routines that facilitate collaboration and peer-to-peer discussion. Read this guide to find out more about these routines and how to […]
Bring topical science news into the classroom with Twig Science Reporter. Twig Science Reporter is a weekly science news service for your K–5 classroom. From weather warnings to trending technology, Twig Science Reporter brings you the latest topical science news from around the world along with classroom activities while bringing Science and Engineering Practices into […]
Build Performance Expectation background knowledge within and across grades K–5! Twig Science Tools is an award-winning supplemental resource with short videos in English and Spanish, visuals, and hands-on investigative activities. Twig Science Tools allows you to sort ready-made resources by OASS standard or grade level, ideal for extending or reviewing prior Performance Expectations and standards. […]