This presentation will consist of a brief overview of the "basics" of the Next Generation Science Standards and how to apply this knowledge to creating new lesson plans or activities, or aligning what your organization already does to certain components of NGSS. We will examine the process WDC has used to create NGSS lesson plans and activties, as well as our "qualities of a good lesson plan" created by teachers we've interviewed in combination with NGSS's recomendations. Participants are encouraged to ask questions throughout the presentation.