TCI’s Standards-Aligned Science Programs
Bring Science Alive! for middle school builds upon the fundamentals learned in elementary school, guiding students toward greater scientific inquiry. See NGSS alignment
Engage All Learners
See how Bring Science Alive! makes NGSS come to life and empowers all students on their journey to a lifelong love of science.
Designed for NGSS
Bring Science Alive! makes the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) easy and engaging. Learn more about TCI and NGSS.
Three Dimensional Learning
You’ll find each of the three dimensions—Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts—in every TCI lesson.
Unit Storylines
From devising a plan to save local coral reefs to designing tools for extreme weather, students work as scientists to create solutions to various real-world issues introduced in the unit storyline.
Explaining Phenomena
From anchoring phenomena to local phenomena, TCI’s programs are rich with phenomena that stoke students’ curiosity about the world around them.
Adaptable Hands-on Investigations
You’ll find investigations that you can teach as is or modify based on your students’ needs.
Engaging Multimedia
Key Science Concept Videos
Break down complex science concepts in under 5 minutes with Key Science Concept Videos.
Learning Libraries
Add more videos, games, and simulations from our ever-expanding learning libraries.
STEM Biographies
Read or watch videos about diverse, trailblazing scientists from the Biography Library.
Real-World Engineering Challenges
From creating prosthetic hands to helping a Mars rover camera land smoothly, students build solutions to real-world problems through engineering challenges.
Many Ways to Assess
Formative Assessments
Students process the investigation in multiple ways, including science talks, lesson games, and Making Sense of Phenomena assignments.
NGSS-Designed Tests
Assess students’ progress toward the Performance Expectations with three-dimensional questions modeled after state tests.
Performance Assessment
Units culminate in Performance Assessments where students explain the anchoring phenomena while solving real-world problems.
Support for All Learners
TCI’s programs include a number of reading tools, strategies, and activities to provide extra support for students. Explore our English language support features
Built-In Reading Support
Tools like differentiated reading levels, text-to-speech, main ideas, and highlighting provide extra reading support. Students can build their vocabulary with checks for understanding and vocabulary cards.
Spanish Immersion
TCI’s programs are available in English and Spanish to support immersion classrooms and English Learners.
Differentiating Instruction
Each lesson includes adjustments to support English Learners, Learners with Special Education Needs, Learners Reading and Writing Below Grade Level, and Advanced Learners.
Teacher Support
Planning Tools
TCI provides comprehensive planning tools for each lesson in print and online. Plan ahead with science backgrounds and step-by-step procedures, modify with differentiating instruction and enhancing learning, and check student work with answer keys.
Professional Development
TCI is a supportive partner for teachers and provides live and self-paced professional development where you can earn certificates.
Seamless Tech Integrations
Rostering + Learning Management Systems
Our digital platform integrates seamlessly, allowing you to stay connected with your students. Explore our LMS integrations.
