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The majority of these lessons were designed for Science World's Super Science Club, an after school program which delivers educational experiences beyond the traditional classroom structure. Through science and technology-related activities, students are encouraged to explore and develop critical thinking skills.
 
Lessons are structured as follows:
  • Objectives: What students will be able to do at completion of the lesson
  • Curriculum Connections: B.C. Ministry of Education PLOs have been scoured and any connections to grade and subject area are outlined
  • Introduction: Brief background and expectation of the lesson
  • Background: More information on the topic area.
  • List of Activities: Names of the activities, games, demonstrations or make + takes  included in the lesson
  • Vocabulary, References and Resources: Keywords are listed and defined, and links for more information or for a potential field trip opportunity

 Activities are structured as follows:

  • Activities are split into the following types, and time to complete is given: 
    • Demonstration (teacher directly illustrates a concept)
    • Activity (has a determined outcome, often involves group work)
    • Exploration (open-ended hands-on activity, often involves group work)
    • Game (often played outdoors)
    • Make + Take (students create something they can take home)
  • Materials: Things required to do the lesson, includes links for where to find/buy materials
  • Introduction: Brief background and expectation of the activity.
  • What to Do: Stepwise instructions to carry out the activity
  • Key Questions: Main points which can be asked of students during or after activity
  • Extensions: Suggestions for how to make the activity more in-depth are listed
  • Resources: links for more information or a potential field trip opportunity