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Use the information on these charts to investigate the many options for hands-on science materials and curricula for your classroom. This information will be updated continuously. National Science Foundation supported curricula is indicated by an *.

Curricula Grade Level Developer Publisher Information
Active Chemistry* 9-12   It's About Time Rigorous content is introduced through exploratory, engaging and exciting themes in a guided inquiry approach.
Active Physics*   Dr. Arthur Eisenkraft and leading physicists and science educators under the auspices of the American Association of Physics Teachers and the American Institute of Physics. It's About Time Available in module or single book format, this research based purpose driven, project based physics course was developed to be relevant for all students, challenging the higher achieving student, motivating the most reluctant learner.
BSCS Biology: A Human Approach* 9-12 BSCS Kendall/Hunt A full-year program that approaches biology from a human perspective, using activities to engage students in the learning process.
BSCS Biology: An Ecological Approach* 9-12 BSCS www.bscs.org Kendall/Hunt Designed as an introductory high school biology program that integrates major biology concepts into an ecological framework.
BSCS Biology: An Inquiry Approach* 9-12 BSCS Kendall/Hunt A multidisciplinary three-year high school science program that includes physical, life, and earth-space sciences.
ChemDiscovery* 11-12   Kendall/Hunt An interactive, multimedia high school chemistry curriculum developed for students and teachers with differing backgrounds, abilities, and spheres of interest. The CD-ROM based curriculum with its accompanying texts, introduces students to the virtual lab approach used by many of today's chemists.
Coordinated Science for the 21st Century* 9-12   It's About Time A flexible program developed from four proven programs – Active Physics, Active Chemistry, Active Biology and Earth Comm. It works with students of different learning levels and encourages all students to embrace the learning of science.
CPO Science 6-12   Delta Education CPO Science develops, publishes, and manufactures inquiry-based teaching and learning systems for science in grades 6-12. Science equipment modules are designed for inquiry-based learning.
Data collection hardware, software and curriculum K-12 Vernier Vernier Software & Technology Interfaces, sensors, software, and curriculum to engage and excite students through hands-on exploration. Vernier partners with world-class manufacturers such as Texas Instruments, and has expanded into products that support chemistry, biology, physiology, engineering, environmental sciences, Earth science, water-quality studies and more.
EarthComm* 9-12 American Geological Institute It's About Time Available in module or single book format, this curriculum has students utilizing the "tools of the trade" – maps, rock samples. Through the coordinated investigations and the following content, students develop a real, tangible understanding of the concepts and skill of Earth Science
Forensic Science for High School 9-12   Kendall/Hunt An introductory forensic science course that focuses on practices and analysis of physical evidence found at crime scenes.
Global Science 9-12   Kendall/Hunt Hands-on, activity based program which focuses on how individuals and societies use resources and impact the environment in their attempts to satisfy human needs.
Insights in Biology* 9-12   Kendall/Hunt A high school biology program that is flexible, concept-driven, standards-based and geared to first-year biology students.
Investigations in Environmental Science: A Case Based Approach to the Study of Environmental Systems* 9-12 Northwestern University It's About Time Authentic inquiry activities places students in the role of environmental scientists. It engages them in investigations of realistic environmental problems in which they must make recommendations for sustainable uses of resources.
It's About Time* 9-12   It's About Time Standards-based, inquiry-based, and integrated curricula, funded by the National Science Foundation, and researched for effectiveness.
Minds-On Physics 11-12   Kendall/Hunt Uses a constructivist, activity based, student centered pedagogy to teach students about the natural world of physics.
Neo/Sci K-12   Neo/Sci Neo/Sci provides innovative means for educating students about curriculum-based science concepts through unique interactive software and hands-on, inquiry-based lab investigations. Neo/Sci's core products are complemented by an assortment of reference materials – models, books, videos and posters – to provide students with an engaging and challenging, inquiry-based learning experience.
PASCO
Probeware Solutions		 9-12   PASCO PASCO's new Explorations series of Lab Manuals offers powerful inquiry-based science learning systems for grades 9-12. Lab Manuals provide teacher support and student materials for 22-25 standards-based labs in five subjects. Convenient PASPORT probeware bundles provide the equipment needed to conduct lab manual experiments.
Physics That Works* 9-12   Kendall/Hunt A one-year, project based curriculum that places standards-based science learning in workplace contexts.
Project Star* 11-12   Kendall/Hunt An astronomy-based text written expressly for high school students. This activity-based, full-year astronomy program emphasizes concepts over facts and engages students with vivid learning experiences.
Resources K-12   Vernier Software & Technology Resources including lab books, do-it-yourself projects and textbook correlation to help educators enhance science education through integrating data collection technology
Science Activity Guide K-12   Ken-a-Vision Guide for all grade levels to incorporating vision aids (cameras; software; microscopes; accessories) into science education
SEPUP*
Science Education for Public Understanding Program		 6-12 Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, Berkeley Lab-Aids, Inc. SEPUP curriculum programs provide diverse educational materials that highlight science in the context of societal issues. Students experience the reality of science not only by collecting and processing scientific evidence, but also by using it to make decisions.