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Mini Field Trip to the Park
If you’re on the last days before school is out for the summer, you are probably encountering a lot of excited kids who really aren’t interested in sticking their nose in a book. Why not take them outside onto the school grounds or a nearby park and do outdoor projects?
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How to Have a Great First Day of School
Things I do the first day that are intended to get students interested in the class and excited about science. Classroom management is still important, and I avoid going too overboard the first day because then students get the wrong impression that every day is going to be Super-Happy-Fun-Time. That being said, there are some…
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Student Activities for Reading Assignments
Use these activities for student reading assignments. Post it notes, pair and share, highlight text, and concept maps
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Set the Class Tone on the First Day
This year I will have the exciting opportunity of teaching an introductory physics class to students on vocational tracks. For those not understanding ed-speak, this means that I will be taking a class of kids who have probably already failed in 8th grade, have poor test scores and may have already given up on school….
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Frog Dissection Resources
Frog dissections serve as a pivotal educational tool for several reasons. Firstly, they provide students with a tangible exploration of vertebrate anatomy, allowing them to observe firsthand the intricate structures and systems that comprise an organism’s body. By dissecting frogs, students can identify organs such as the heart, lungs, liver, and intestines, fostering a deeper…
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Encourage Reading and Following Directions with a Square
Most biology classes will have at least one dissection in the year, though specimens can range from the commonly used frog, to the less expensive grasshopper. No matter what you choose to dissect, the biggest challenge most teachers face is getting students to follow directions. Based on the talk I hear in the teacher’s lounge,…
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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.
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General Ed
These worksheets don’t fall into the other categories and can be used in a variety of ways. I am very fond of graphic organizers as a way for students to learn the “big picture” rather than memorize isolated facts. Venn diagrams are also a useful tool for comparing concepts. Student Activities First Day Activities –…
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Plants Lessons and Teaching Resources
Botany is the study of plants. Students in general biology class are usually required to learn the basic form and function of plants. The coloring pages are a great resource to teach plant anatomy. Basic Coloring and Reading Worksheets Flower Coloring – color the parts of a flower; stamen, pistil, ovary, petals Leaf Coloring –…
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Resources for Teaching Genetics
Genetics includes the study of heredity, or how traits are passed from parents to offspring. The topics of genetics vary and are constantly changing as we learn more about the genome and how we are influenced by our genes. Inheritance Patterns and Punnett Squares Notes and Slides on Mendelian Genetics – basic lesson to introduce…
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Evolution & Taxonomy
Evolution is often called the “unifying theory of biology” because it organizes all of the observations gathered by biologists and proposes and explanation for those observations. All state standards for teaching science include a section on evolution (sometimes called adaptation or change over time). Related Page: Animal Groups – Organized by Phyla Evolution Evolution: Fact,…
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Engaging Activities on the Scientific Method
Lab Safety and Equipment Use Scientific Method Puzzle – a simple crossword puzzle to practice vocabulary of the scientific method Lab Safety Contract – students sign this contract after learning about lab safety Measure a Bean – basic lab on measurements and collecting data Tools and Measurements – how to use various tools in the…
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Animal Anatomy and Dissection Resources
Frog Frog dissections have been a standard for biology classrooms for decades. Frog Specimens available on Amazon or through biological supply companies. Complete Frog Dissection Packet – handout for students that includes the external and internal anatomy, brain, and leg bones. Includes a list of terms to study for lab practical. Frog Dissection Labeled Images…
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Practice Quizzes for Biology Learners
List of quizzes for anatomy and biology classes, these are self-grading and used for practice; organized by topic.
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The Biology Corner
Biology is the study of life and living organisms, from the smallest bacteria to giant sequoias. Biologists use observation and experimentation to gain an understanding about the natural world. Branches of biology include anatomy, biotechnology, botany, cell biology, ecology, genetics, medicine, microbiology, molecular biology, and zoology. Many people entering the field of biology…