Rock by Rock ignites a love of learning through real-world projects that students care about. We use engaging tech combined with hands-on learning to build science, literacy, and life habits that make deeper learning accessible and scalable.
A Robust Library Of K-5 Projects Ready To Use
A platform of fully planned projects that save planning time and make it easy to bring project-based learning into the classroom without changing your daily schedule or adding hours of prep. Our projects ignite engagement and foster a deep love of learning.
Choose a project and start teaching!
Real World Learning Through Projects
Our world requires learners to solve meaty problems, innovate, and generate creative solutions. Educators and leaders tell us everyday that they know their students need a project-based approach to prepare for the challenges of the real world.
Rock by Rock is the solution educators are looking for. We combine the best of online learning with hands-on activities to foster academic and life habit growth that prepare students for modern day challenges.
Students learn by doing through Rock by Rock projects.
Interdisciplinary Projects That Deepen & Accelerate Learning
Our easy-to-use projects are NGSS-Aligned and anchored in the Science of Reading. Through projects learners become stronger readers, writers, thinkers, and scientists.
Science Skills
- Science concepts and knowledge
- Science skills and practices
- Science cross cutting concepts
- Science vocabulary
Literacy Skills
- Vocabulary
- World knowledge
- Comprehension
- Argumentation
Student Engagement
- Purpose
- Relevance
- Increased sense of belonging
- Connection to community and world
Life Habits
- Creativity
- Empathy
- Critical thinking
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
Project-Based Learning Journeys
That Inspire
& Motivate Students
Traditional approaches to project-based learning ask teachers to plan projects from scratch. A Rock by Rock learning journey flips the script and gives you everything you need to get started. Each project empowers students to grapple with complex, real-world issues.
Every project is a journey of discovery, problem solving and community action.
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Virtual Field
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An Innovative & Interactive Platform that Supports Learning Anytime and Anywhere
Learning can happen anywhere and anytime, making learning experiences equitable and accessible. Our content platform works for all learners—from whole-class and small-group, to virtual and asynchronous environments—to provide experiences that engage and excite everyone.
Fully planned projects that save you time
Homeschool projects kids love on demand
Explore a Few of Our Favorite Projects!
Projects are developed by educators for educators and funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
Save the Elephants
How can we help save elephants from extinction?
Too Much Gaming
How can we raise awareness about the impact of video games?
Ugly Food and Hungry People
How can we address hunger and food waste?
Inclusive
Play
How can we include everyone in play by creating new games to play?
Educators and Learners Love Our Projects—Here’s Why
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