Smithsonian's STCMS Curriculum
![]() Setting the standard in 3D learning and 3D assessmentWelcome to STCMS—a complete program for middle school:
Customize a middle school program that meets your needs with flexible modules that can be implemented using a discipline-specific or integrated model. |
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STCMS™ Learning Framework
Select Module Kit to view complete kits, refurbishments, teacher’s guides, and literacy
Select Shop Components to purchase individual component parts
Physical Science | Life Science | Earth/Space Science | ||
Grades 6–8 |
Energy, Forces, and Motion Module Kit Shop Components |
Ecosystems and Their Interactions Module Kit Shop Components |
Weather and Climate Systems Module Kit Shop Components |
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Matter and Its Interactions Module Kit Shop Components |
Structure and Function Module Kit Shop Components |
Earth's Dynamic Systems Module Kit Shop Components |
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Electricity, Waves, and Information Transfer Module Kit Shop Components |
Genes and Molecular Machines Module Kit Shop Components |
Space Systems Exploration Module Kit Shop Components |
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Research Modules | ||||
Why Are Honey Bees Disappearing? Module Kit |
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What Evidence Suggests Similarities Among Organisms? Module Kit |
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How Can We Use Technology to Monitor Aquatic Ecosystems? Module Kit |