Fontana Unified School District Instructional Materials Review

Teacher resources include both what to teach and why it's our approach to teach in that way. Since our programs are research-based, teacher resources provide meaningful evidence and insights for implementing inquiry in the science classroom. 

These are not "scripted-programs" but rather great scripts ready to be brought to life by the artistry of the teacher - just as an actor or director would a great play. 

Lab-Aids® programs include high-quality equipment for each activity. This includes innovative lab-ware to be used throughout the year, specific solutions and materials for unique labs, as well as items needed for card sorts, modeling, role-plays, and projects.

All core curriculum programs include equipment for five classes of 32 students working in groups of fours, pairs, or individually; whatever is best for keeping all hands busy. 

Student books integrate investigations, labs, and readings. The activities in the Lab-Aids® programs promote curiosity and address students' learning styles through a variety of approaches. 

While labs involve experiments and traditional science equipment, investigations are hands-on activities that often simulate real-world experiments. Modeling activities explore content through simulations or physical models while reading activities employ strategies that facilitate classroom discussion. Applying varied activity types to new content allows the structure to be consistent, without feeling repetitive or boring.