Budding Biologists: Junior Studies
Biology designed for younger learners.
- Hands-on animal explorations
- Crafts, stories, and vocabulary
- Gentle introduction to biology & ecology
- Problem Based Learning
What are Junior Studies?
Junior Studies are designed especially for younger learners who are beginning their journey as budding biologists. Each unit combines gentle science with storytelling, crafts, and hands-on activities that spark curiosity. Students don’t just learn about animals... they experience biology through games, projects, and problem-based learning that makes science memorable.Each unit includes a teacher guide and a suggested weekly schedule, but can be taught flexibly in many ways. Junior Studies fit beautifully into a natural, holistic learning environment, and they also pair well with documentaries, zoo trips, or a more structured curriculum.
All Junior Studies are aligned with elementary science standards, giving you confidence that your students are not only engaged but also meeting age-appropriate learning goals.
Whether you’re teaching at home or in the classroom, Budding Biologists: Junior Studies give you ready-to-go lessons that feel playful yet purposeful, perfect for elementary learners eager to explore the living world one animal at a time.
Explore the Junior Studies Units
Discover science through hands-on units, organized by familiar biology groupings to make it simple to find what fits your lesson plan. Click the “Browse” button under any category to see the full list of units in that group.
🐘 Mammals
🐢 Reptiles
🐧 Birds
🐸 Amphibians
🦈 Fish
🎓Looking for resources for older students?
Explore Senior Studies (middle/high school level labs and concepts)
Join the Academy Chordata Vertebrata
All Budding Biologists can also join the optional Academy Chordata Vertebrata for a role-play experience with missions and progression to make science more engaging!