Video-Based Science Exploration Menu Covering Biology, Chemistry & Earth–Space Concepts.
This Google Slides lesson uses short, curated videos to examine the scientific explanations behind common Halloween myths and themes. Students select from a set of video-based investigations and analyze each topic using guided questions.
Students choose from approximately ten science topics and:
watch a short, kid-friendly video
answer content-based and reasoning questions
explain the real scientific mechanisms behind fictional or exaggerated claims
Topics include:
explanations for “ghost” sightings and sensory illusions
medical and biological origins of vampire legends
genetics of black cat coloration
and other seasonal science phenomena
The lesson is structured as a student-choice activity, with a recommended number of videos to complete, while allowing flexibility based on time and student readiness.
This lesson is designed to support:
application of science concepts to cultural stories and myths
evaluation of claims using scientific explanations
engagement through choice without reducing academic focus
short-form analysis of multimedia science sources
It functions well as:
a seasonal science activity
an enrichment or review task
a low-prep, digital choice board lesson
The format allows students to engage with multiple scientific ideas while practicing explanation and interpretation rather than passive viewing.
PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOUR SCHOOL/DISTRICT ALLOWS YOUTUBE ACCESS BEFORE PURCHASE.
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Science & Engineering Practices (SEPs):
Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information; Constructing Explanations
Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs):
Cause and Effect; Structure and Function
Common Core (Literacy in Science):
RST.6-8.7, RST.9-10.7
WHST.6-8.2, WHST.9-10.2
Bundle Upgrade Policy
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If you purchase this lesson and decide at a later date that you would like to upgrade to a bundle, you may request a store credit equal to the total amount paid for duplicate items.
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Your username
The order numbers for both the original purchase(s) and the bundle
The names of the duplicate resources
Requests must be submitted within 30 days of the bundle purchase. Credits are issued as store credit for future Lesson Laboratory purchases and are not provided as cash refunds.
This policy applies only to purchases of resources that are later included in a Lesson Laboratory bundle and is limited to one adjustment per upgrade pathway.
Video-Based Science Exploration Menu Covering Biology, Chemistry & Earth–Space Concepts.
This Google Slides lesson uses short, curated videos to examine the scientific explanations behind common Halloween myths and themes. Students select from a set of video-based investigations and analyze each topic using guided questions.
Students choose from approximately ten science topics and:
watch a short, kid-friendly video
answer content-based and reasoning questions
explain the real scientific mechanisms behind fictional or exaggerated claims
Topics include:
explanations for “ghost” sightings and sensory illusions
medical and biological origins of vampire legends
genetics of black cat coloration
and other seasonal science phenomena
The lesson is structured as a student-choice activity, with a recommended number of videos to complete, while allowing flexibility based on time and student readiness.
This lesson is designed to support:
application of science concepts to cultural stories and myths
evaluation of claims using scientific explanations
engagement through choice without reducing academic focus
short-form analysis of multimedia science sources
It functions well as:
a seasonal science activity
an enrichment or review task
a low-prep, digital choice board lesson
The format allows students to engage with multiple scientific ideas while practicing explanation and interpretation rather than passive viewing.
PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOUR SCHOOL/DISTRICT ALLOWS YOUTUBE ACCESS BEFORE PURCHASE.
To preview this lesson, click here.
Science & Engineering Practices (SEPs):
Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information; Constructing Explanations
Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs):
Cause and Effect; Structure and Function
Common Core (Literacy in Science):
RST.6-8.7, RST.9-10.7
WHST.6-8.2, WHST.9-10.2
Bundle Upgrade Policy
This lesson is included in one or more bundles. To support flexible purchasing and long-term use of our curriculum, Lesson Laboratory offers a bundle upgrade policy.
If you purchase this lesson and decide at a later date that you would like to upgrade to a bundle, you may request a store credit equal to the total amount paid for duplicate items.
To request an upgrade credit, please email thelessonlaboratory@gmail.com and include:
Your username
The order numbers for both the original purchase(s) and the bundle
The names of the duplicate resources
Requests must be submitted within 30 days of the bundle purchase. Credits are issued as store credit for future Lesson Laboratory purchases and are not provided as cash refunds.
This policy applies only to purchases of resources that are later included in a Lesson Laboratory bundle and is limited to one adjustment per upgrade pathway.
