Category: Worksheets
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Simple Experiment to Extract DNA from a Strawberry
Crush strawberries and use detergent to break the cell wall, releasing DNA. Alcohol is then poured slowly over the top of the solution and DNA will rise to the surface.
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Variations on a Human Face
Students use coins to simulate how alleles separate during meiosis. One student plays the father, and one plays the mother, a coin flip then determines the traits of their theoretical offspring. Note: This is a representation of how traits may work with simple Mendelian Genetics. Human traits are actually much more complicated. Many are…
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Frog Dissection Resources for High School Biology
This student guide (dissection manual) walks students through the frog dissection. Each step has a check box to help students focus and stay on track. Detailed descriptions of structures will help students locate organs with minimal help from the instructor.
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Student Guide to Frog External Anatomy
Lab handout over the external anatomy of the frog. Can be used as part of a frog dissection unit. Includes instructions and images to label.
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What is a Map Unit Anyway?
Chromosome maps illustrate how far alleles are on a chromosome using a MAP UNIT. Map units are based on the frequency of cross-over
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Hardy Weinberg and the Pocket Mouse
Use Hardy Weinberg equilibrium to analyze data of rock pocket mouse populations in the desert.
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Coloring
The virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is called the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, commonly known as HIV. HIV is a member of the retrovirus family, which means it contains RNA as its genetic material instead of DNA. HIV coloring worksheet uses a model to understand viral transmission. Students identify and color the major structures…
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Study Planarian Regeneration with Scalpels
Students study a freshwater planarian by exploring its movements and cutting it in half to observe regeneration
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How to Explain Taxonomy to Basic Biology Students
Tips for teaching taxonomy to your biology class. Includes links to student activities.
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Resources for Teaching and Modeling Mitosis
Teaching resources to help students understand the process of mitosis. Use models and internet simulations to illustrate the process.
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How to View Cheek Cells with a Microscope
Simple activity for observing cells. Use methylene blue and toothpicks to gently scrape cells from the inside of a cheek and view under a microscope.
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Simple Instructions for Using the Light Microscope
A three step method for basic use of the light microscope. Easy to post for students to follow when using the microscope.