Texas teachers, start the school year equipped with everything you need for success in the classroom! Whether you’re teaching 8th-grade science or Algebra 1, Khan Academy’s TEKS-aligned unit guides are designed to save you time, build your confidence, and deliver exceptional, standards-driven instruction.

Thanks to the generous support of the ExxonMobil Foundation, these resources are available for free to teachers across Texas.

TEKS Science unit guides: Engage students with real-world phenomena

Aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for 8th grade and high school, our science unit guides cover integrated science, biology, chemistry, and physics. They complement Khan Academy’s existing science courses while making it easier to plan cohesive, standards-based instruction.

Each guide includes:

• Lesson overviews: Essential questions paired with clear learning objectives
• Real-world phenomena: Designed to spark curiosity and make content come alive
• Targeted teaching tips: Practical strategies for addressing common misconceptions
• Student-ready resources: Simulations, note-taking templates, and other classroom supports

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TEKS Math unit guides: Built by experts, backed by strategy

More than a resource, these guides are like having a master teacher in your corner. Khan Academy’s math unit guides are aligned to TEKS standards for Grades 5–8 and Algebra 1, with additional guides for Grades 3–4, Geometry, Algebra 2, and Precalculus coming soon.

Inside each guide you’ll find:

• Standards & misconceptions: Quickly identify what students need to know and where they might struggle
• Unit resources: Ready-to-use templates for video notes, vocab builders, graphing tools, and more
• Lesson overviews: Teaching tips, warm-up ideas, and student supports for every lesson
• Best practices: Instructional strategies and classroom activities to enhance engagement

Unit guides are already live for Grades 5–8 and Algebra 1—just look for the “Teacher resources” lesson at the end of each unit.

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Teach confidently this year

These guides are designed to empower you, making every unit easier to teach and more effective for your students. By providing strategies, ready-to-use resources, and expert insights, Khan Academy helps you focus on what matters most—supporting every learner.

Once again, a special thank you to the ExxonMobil Foundation for making these free resources possible for teachers and students across Texas.