Science Curriculum

In K4 through 5th grade, science is all about deepening non-fiction reading and writing skills. Students learn facts through research projects, but they also work on sharing information and expressing ideas through writing and presenting.

Mystery Science (grades K4-5)
As described on the Mystery Science website, "Every lesson begins with a Mystery that hooks students which is then followed by a narrated story told with stunning images and videos that prompt class discussions. Every lesson concludes with simple hands-on activities)."

Why we love it at LUMIN Schools

Our students are captivated by the vivid stories that introduce each scientific topic. Having a mystery component in each lesson is intriguing for students and gets them excited about the subject matter.

Project Lead the Way: Medical Detectives (Grades 6-8)
The Project Lead the Way website describes the curriculum this way. "Students play the role of real-life medical detectives as they collect and analyze medical data to diagnose disease. They solve medical mysteries through hands-on projects and labs, measure and interpret vital signs, examine nervous system structure and function, and investigate disease outbreaks.

Why we love it at LUMIN Schools

LUMIN Schools are in the early phases of using Medical Detectives. Our staff and students are drawn to this curriculum because it is hands-on, meaning they are learning by doing. Using resources actually used in the medical field, our scholars become critical-thinkers and problem-solvers In addition this curriculum gives youth a window into science and medical-based career fields.