Rabbits have a variety of colors that cannot be easily interpreted with simple … Multiple Allele Traits in Rabbit Coat Color
I designed this activity to help my anatomy students learn the arteries and … Label the Arteries and Veins of the Circulatory System
The case study on Lucas is one of my most downloaded resources. I … Updated Case – A Tiny Heart (Ross Procedure)
My freshman class usually does a basic strawberry DNA extraction. This is a … Investigation: Compare DNA from Different Samples
How do you know if an animal can recognize itself in a mirror? … Can Fish Recognize Themselves in a Mirror (CER)
The color patterns of animals are quite complex. They aren’t easy to apply … The Genetics of Tortoiseshell and Calico Cats
Students examine several graphs that explore endothermy in animals. In the first graph, … How do Mammals Maintain Their Temperature (CER)
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) includes a learning standard about feedback loops … Practice Feedback Loops of the Endocrine System
Photosynthesis is a complicated topic that requires students to develop mental models of … Observe Photosynthesis with this Easy Experiment
Students practice naming the muscles of the head with this simple coloring worksheet. … Color the Muscles of the Head and Neck
In my advanced biology classes, students take a closer look at photosynthesis. You … Light Independent Reaction and Calvin Cycle
Have you ever seen a beautiful red cardinal in your backyard? This bird … How Did the Cardinal Get His Red Feathers (CER)
First year biology students explore a variety of animals during dissections and live … Investigation: External Anatomy of a Crayfish
Students explore a case of a woman with general fatigue, slowed speech, and … Case Study: Neurons and Cell Communication
Sea otters live in extremely cold waters of a North Pacific Habitat. They … Adaptive Thermogenesis in Sea Otters (CER)
I modified this CER from the NSTA case study called “Shooting the Poop.” … Why Do Caterpillars Fling Their Frass? (CER)
AP Biology students will relearn mitosis and cell division, though with older students, … Exploring Senescence and the Hayflick Limit (CER)
Biology students learn about bacteria in this short unit. I mainly focus on … How Do Bacteria and Viruses Make You Sick?
The sliding filament model of muscle contraction is a challenging concept for anatomy … Labeling Exercise on the Sliding Filament Model
Biointeractive has a huge amount of great resources for evolution. I use the … The Beak of the Finch (HHMI) Video Worksheet
As part of the skeletal system unit, anatomy students explore each bone and … Label the Bones of the Appendicular Skeleton
Students evaluate a claim made by researchers that wasp venom could be used … Brazilian Wasp Venom Kills Cancer Cells – CER
What is the difference between a ripe banana and a green banana? Students … Investigation: Bananas, Starch, and Plastids
This module walks students through the skeletal anatomy of the hand and the … Learn the Bones of the Hand and Foot
I created this module for sub plans where students are learning about connective … Connective Tissues Learning Module
In AP Biology, early units focus on the chemistry of life which includes … Investigation: Properties of Water with Lab Stations
Most biology textbooks have opening chapters that review chemistry. I often tell my … Methanol and the Chemistry of a Poison
This introductory lab introduces students to the concept of hypothesis testing. Students determine … Investigation: Oreo Cookie with Stats
Embedded within my presentations are practice questions, or refocus questions. My students use … Leverage Sign Language in Your Biology Presentations
So you’re heading back to school and need to get your Google Classroom … Google Classroom Banner Images
This activity explores how lions and elephants use macromolecules to grow and maintain … Macromolecules: The Building Blocks of Life
The Anatomy and Physiology Course Overview with Lesson Links! I teach anatomy and … Anatomy and Physiology Full Course
Have you ever noticed that when you put hydrogen peroxide on a wound, … Catalase Activity in Yeast Using Sodium Alginate
My freshman students have limited lab experiences from earlier grades. I remember asking … Introductory Activity on Using Science Equipment
At the beginning of the year, I often discuss with my students what … Introductory Activity on Academic Integrity