We have active teachers using Mystery Science in more than 10% of elementary schools in the U.S.

The idea for Mystery Science came from our shared passion for explaining science and technology to others, especially after seeing the disconnect in how science is taught in schools.

We realized that elementary teachers were excited about finished lessons and needed support in teaching science, which led us to focus on creating a curriculum for them.

I'm Doug from Mystery Science, and I taught elementary and middle school science for seven years before joining a startup in San Francisco.

We initially thought we were targeting science specialists, but we found that elementary teachers, who often feel unprepared to teach science, were actually the ones who needed our help.

To foster independence and self-learning in students, Make School emphasizes a robust theoretical computer science curriculum and teaches concepts in various contexts to ensure adaptability across different technologies.

At Make School, faculty members act as live tutors and mentors, focusing on unblocking students rather than just transmitting information, which accelerates the learning process.

Lambda School's instructional design is built from first principles, focusing on ensuring all students are engaged and learning effectively.

Students struggling with math should seek enrichment opportunities outside the classroom, such as math competitions and online resources, to foster their interest and skills.