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Amplify Science
Amplify Science is a K–8 science curriculum that blends hands-on investigations, literacy-rich activities, and interactive digital tools to empower students to think, read, write, and argue like real scientists.
This site will help you become familiar with Amplify Science.
Quick links
Select the drop-downs below to explore resources as you implement Amplify Science.
Accessing Amplify Science
If you’ve never logged in to Amplify programs before, our Logging in to Amplify page will help you get started. Once you’re successfully logged in, we’re here to help you explain to your students how they’ll access the Amplify program(s).
Navigating Amplify Science
Once you’re logged in, begin by visiting the PD Library and checking out the section on Navigation. It covers how to access and use key resources in the Amplify Science teacher’s guide.
The Amplify Science Program Hub is accessible from the Programs & Apps Menu and features remote learning resources, training videos, and Hands-On Investigation Videos.
Amplify Science Caregiver Hub
If you’re looking for resources for families, we encourage you to share the Caregiver Hub, for a comprehensive overview of the program.
Preparing to teach your Amplify Science units
We’ve developed a variety of resources to ensure you have the tools you need to support students in your classroom. In this section, you’ll find information on using Amplify Science.
- Teaching with Amplify Science
Here, you can find additional resources as you continue implementing the program.
Classroom Showcase
Browse through a diverse collection of inspiring classroom photos and discover how Amplify Science educators across the country bring the curriculum to life. From detailed Classroom Walls to dynamic hands-on activities, see practical applications in action.
- Learning on the go
View session recordings of training videos in which Amplify experts walk you through the key things you need to know to get started with the program—or to freshen up your skills! Whether it’s your first or fourth year with Amplify, you’ll walk away having learned something new.
Level up learning webinars
Level up your Amplify Science experience with our We Are Scientists webinars. We showcase expert classroom teaching strategies and offer educator advice for getting creative with learning with your students.
Educator panel:
- K–8 STEM & Science Educator Panel | Amplify
- Amplify Science: Live from the Classroom for Kindergarten webinar
- Amplify Science: Live from the Classroom for Grade 1 webinar
- Amplify Science: Live from the Classroom for Grade 2
- Amplify Science: Live from the Classroom for Grade 3 webinar
- Amplify Science: Live from the Classroom for Grade 4 webinar
Amplify Science back-to-school office hours
View the session recording in which Amplify experts walk you through key program updates for Amplify Science. Our experts also answer questions about the program during each session.
Live session recording
Watch the session recording, which includes a helpful Q&A.
Amplify Science PD Library
View the training playlists for Amplify Science in our new PD Library. The PD Library can be located in the Program & Apps menu when you’re logged into the program.
- Tips to help you grow
- Pacing
What features are available to supplement Amplify Science implementation?
On-Demand Units
Share the On-Demand Units with students who are at home. On-Demand Units are modified versions of existing Amplify Science units that highlight key activities from the program. The units allow students to engage with science at home while requiring significantly less instructional time.
On-Demand videos
Send On-Demand videos directly to students to catch them up on missed content or to follow along at home. These videos show real Amplify teachers teaching versions of Amplify lessons adapted for remote learning.
Assign activities
Send lessons directly to your students using the Assign button for K–5 and 6–8 digital experience licenses.
- Differentiation
What kind of instruction is available for students who need additional support?
Lesson brief
Every lesson in Amplify Science includes suggestions for differentiation. Visit the lesson and scan down the Lesson brief to see suggestions for diverse learners, potential lesson challenges, strategies for English learners, specifics for students who need more support, and ideas for students who need more challenge.
On-Demand videos
Ask students to watch the On-Demand videos for a review and refresh of lesson content. And don’t just take it from us—here’s what one Amplify teacher had to say about the videos: “Sometimes it just helps my students to hear the content twice…and from a different voice.”
Directions in the differentiation
Did you know you can edit the On-Demand Unit Student Sheets? Adjust language, add more visual cues, or personalize the page to aid students who need more support. Within the Amplify Science Program Hub, click on Student Sheets-Google, make a copy, and work from your own document.
- Assessments
Do you have support and guidance around Science assessments?
Assessment Guide PDF and End-of-Unit Assessment
K–5
For the Pre-Unit Assessment lesson, don’t miss the Assessment Guide PDF under Digital Resources. Here you’ll find ways to connect to prior knowledge and experiences to get learners engaged, preconceptions to watch out for, and more!
6–8
Did you know that in the End-of-Unit Assessment lesson there’s an Answer Key and Scoring Guide that includes sample student work? Each Written-Response Question has a possible level 1, 2, and 3 student response. Use one of the sample work questions to demonstrate to students your expectations—or better yet, have them grade the samples and justify the scoring.
End-of-Unit and Critical Juncture Assessments
K–5
End-of-Unit Assessment lessons include a PDF under Digital Resources that covers things to look or listen for to ensure students have captured the unit content. Many PDFs also have additional questions to guide discussion and allow students to demonstrate understanding. If time allows, peek at these PDFs before the unit so you can begin with the end in mind.
6–8
Sometimes students just have a bad testing day. Did you know that you can override the automatic placement for the Critical Juncture Assessment? Visit the Classwork Groups tab or lesson immediately following the assessment and select “Differentiation,” then drag and drop students to rearrange the groupings. Check out this video walkthrough of how the differentiated lesson that follows the Critical Juncture works.
Benchmark Assessments
Looking for ways to prep and support your K–8 learners for state and national assessments? Select your Program & Apps menu and scroll down for Benchmark Assessments.
This section includes four practice assessments that can be used throughout the year and are available in PDF or QTI files and on Partner Platforms.
Can’t find the assessments? Contact your Amplify representative or click the orange button in the bottom-right corner to chat live with our support team.
- Stay in the know
Monthly newsletters
Each month our newsletter features compelling and helpful information: upcoming events, tips for the classroom, educator spotlights, and more.
If you missed something from a previous newsletter, you can view past newsletters and search by program in our archive. You can also nominate yourself or a talented colleague for a spotlight profile.
Podcast: Beyond My Years
Host Ana Torres knows firsthand how hard it is to be a teacher. That’s why on Beyond My Years, she seeks out the people who have thrived over decades in the classroom: seasoned educators. You’ll hear stories that make you cry, make you laugh… and may change the way you think.
Help articles
Visit the Help Library and use the search tool at the top of the page to find all the information you need.
There’s even a collection of articles devoted to all things Amplify Science—including more videos.
Amplify Science Facebook group
Our Amplify Science Facebook group is a community of educators from across the country. It’s a space to share best practices, ideas, and advice on everything from implementation to instruction.
Where’s Amplify?
Join us for an upcoming online event, webinar, or podcast. You can browse all of our events by month. To sign up, select the event that interests you and click the button to register.
- Contact us
Our chat agents are eager to assist you!
Simply log in at learning.amplify.com and click the orange button in the bottom right corner to chat live with our support team.
Important to note
Our support hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET.
Don’t have a login yet?
Email us: help@amplify.com
Call us: +1 (800) 823-1969Need more help?
Check out amplify.com/support or
our Help Center for more help at any point of implementation.