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The Biology Corner – Resources for Teachers
Classes Biology 1 & 1ABiology 2 & 2AAP BiologyAnatomy 1 & 2Intro Biology Textbooks Miller Levine (Bee Book) Reading Guides CK 12 Reading GuidesOpenStax Reading GuidesMiller Levine (Dragonfly) Dissections Fetal PigFrog / BullfrogSquidCatRatEarthwormHeart / Brain Assessments KahootQuizzizQuizletPractice Quizzes Teachers Pay Teachers Support Biology Corner All student resources are available for free. To support this site,…
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Cyanide: The Poison That Shuts Down ATP
If you’re looking for a high-engagement way to teach the electron transport chain, this case-study activity is a perfect fit. Instead of memorizing steps in isolation, students learn how cellular respiration works by investigating what happens when it stops. Follow the dramatic scenario of a runner who collapses after accidental cyanide exposure. The story hooks…
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Explore the Anatomy of the Knee and ACL Injuries
Are you teaching the skeletal of muscular system and want a way to make knee anatomy more engaging for your students? This worksheet explores the most common knee injury in sports, a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament. This injury occurs when an extreme twisting of the knee tears the ligament that stabilizes the joint.…
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Case Study – Sea Otters and Kelp Forests
What if one small, furry animal could decide the fate of an entire ecosystem? That’s the story of the sea otter, a species once hunted nearly to extinction for its valuable fur, and now celebrated as a hero of the ocean. This case study resource is designed to bring that powerful story into the biology…
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Stem Cell Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes
Teaching stem cells and medical applications can be tough, and students often struggle to connect it to the real world. That’s why I created this worksheet about a new treatment for Type 1 diabetes. Zimislecel, a cell therapy that uses lab-grown islet cells to restore insulin production. This stem cell therapy could reduce the need…
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Case Study – The Placenta, MS, and a Viral Past
What if we told your students that a gene critical to human pregnancy came from a virus? And what if that same gene, when turned on in the wrong place, might play a role in multiple sclerosis? This is the real and fascinating story behind Syncytin-1, a protein that reveals just how tangled the relationship…
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Case Study – Measles, Immunity, and Vaccines
How do you teach students that measles isn’t just “a childhood rash”? That it can erase years of immune memory—and even lead to serious complications like brain inflammation? Meet Maddie, the fictional but research-based subject of a new classroom case study. This resource brings science to life through narrative, helping students understand the biology of…
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Case Study – The Cricket that Stopped Singing
Imagine this: on a quiet night in Hawaii, the usual symphony of chirping crickets suddenly vanishes. But it’s not just a natural lull — it’s the sound of evolution in action. This real-life phenomenon is the centerpiece of a ready-to-use biology case study perfect for your unit on evolution, natural selection, or animal behavior. It’s…
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Case Study – The Island of the Colorblind
Looking for a high-impact, real-world genetics case study to bring recessive inheritance and population genetics to life? Let me introduce you to Pingelap Atoll, a remote island in Micronesia with a powerful story that blends biology, history, and human resilience. 🧬 What’s the Story? Pingelap is known as “The Island of the Colorblind”, thanks to…
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Case Study – Sleepless, Not Tired
Ever wish your students were as engaged with biology as they are with Netflix? What if you could teach them about brain anatomy, genetics, and sleep regulation—all through the story of a real-life “super sleeper”? Enter “Sleepless, Not Tired”, a classroom-ready case study that follows Lena, a college freshman who only needs five hours of…
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Why Can’t We Be Friends – Isolating Mechanisms
Are you teaching evolution, speciation, or mechanisms of reproductive isolation and need an engaging, ready-to-go resource? I’ve got you covered! Introducing “Why Can’t We Be Friends: Species Isolation Scenarios”, a student-friendly worksheet designed to help your class master the concepts of behavioral, geographic, and temporal isolating mechanisms. 🎯 What Are Isolating Mechanisms? In simple terms,…
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Case Study – Huntington’s Disease
Discover an engaging case study on Huntington’s disease for biology classrooms. This free resource explores genetics, inheritance patterns, and treatment options while following a real-world patient case. Perfect for teaching neurological disorders and genetic testing.
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Case Study: Heart Transplant Recipients
A heart transplant is a life-saving procedure for patients with end-stage heart failure, but not everyone qualifies. This process involves strict medical evaluations, organ matching, and precise surgical techniques. In this case study, students explore the procedures involved in this life saving technology. The case includes three major sections, which questions and diagrams for students…
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Case Study – A Brush with Oleander
When teaching about the fascinating and sometimes dangerous world of plants, there’s nothing quite as engaging as a real-world case study. Explore the case of deadly white oleander, when a landscaper accidentally poisons herself. This case study offers a multidisciplinary approach for teachers looking to enrich a biology unit on plant physiology. Learners also explore…
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Cadaver Dogs – Unsung Heroes in Forensics
In this activity, students explore the fascinating role of cadaver dogs in forensic investigations. The lesson begins with students reading an engaging article detailing how cadaver dogs are trained, their unique capabilities, and real-world applications in solving crimes. Following the reading, students will answer a set of thought-provoking questions that test their comprehension and encourage…