Sample Curriculum

Explore a Sample Trade Explorers™ Lesson

Designed for Grades 3–5 | Aligned to real-world skills and careers

Sample Lesson: Harmony the HVAC Explorer

Grade Level: 3–5

Focus Trade: Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Key Skills: Measurement, Safety, Problem-Solving, Systems Thinking

Students will:

Learn how HVAC technicians help keep homes and schools safe and comfortable
Explore how heating, cooling, and airflow systems work together
Practice basic measurement and observation using real-world examples
Understand the importance of safety when working with tools and equipment
Discover career opportunities in skilled trades and technical fields

Sample Student Lesson – Harmony the HVAC Explorer

This sample page is taken from the Trade Explorers™ Discover Curriculum (Grades 3–5) Student Edition.

Students explore real-world HVAC concepts through guided reflection, safety discussions, and bilingual vocabulary. Each lesson is designed to build STEM understanding, problem-solving skills, and career awareness through hands-on, age-appropriate activities.

All Trade Explorers curriculum is standards-aligned, classroom-ready, and designed for both individual and group learning.

What’s Included in the Full Trade Explorers™ Curriculum

The Trade Explorers™ Discover Curriculum is a comprehensive, classroom-ready program designed to introduce students to skilled trades through hands-on learning, real-world connections, and STEM integration.

• Full student edition workbook

• Teacher edition with lesson guidance and discussion prompts

• Hands-on, age-appropriate trade activities

• Bilingual (English & Spanish) vocabulary support

• Standards-aligned lessons for Grades 3–5

• Career awareness and problem-solving skill development

Note: The sample lesson above represents the structure, tone, and instructional approach used throughout the full curriculum.

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