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Muscles in Motion

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explain how biceps and triceps work. In this life science instructional activity, students conduct an experiment to test which muscle (biceps or triceps) is stronger. They calculate class average from the result.
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Whales

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students compare and contrast the two types of whales. In this biology lesson, students research the characteristics of their assigned whale. They compile their findings in a folder.
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Building a Model DNA

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explain the function of DNA in the body. In this biology lesson, students build a DNA model using simple materials. They demonstrate how bases pair up in the helix.
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What's on Your Plate?

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students analyze the calorie content of food. In this health science instructional activity, students discuss how excess calories affect our body. They write a healthy meal plan for their family.
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The Different Fresh Water Ecosystems

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students summarize the characteristics of an ecosystem. In this biology lesson plan, students identify five major fresh water ecosystem. They define terms and write a journal about what they learned.
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Life at the Pond

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students identify the bugs collected from the pond. In this biology lesson, students observe the living and nonliving organisms in the pond environment. They write a reflection about why nature is important and must be preserved.
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Soil Sample Lab 2

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students examine each soil sample and record observations. In this biology lesson, students design an experiment to test soil flow rate. They write a lab report about the experiment.
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Lung Disease

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students simulate breathing for a smoker and someone with a chronic lung disease. For this health science lesson, students examine the short and long term effects of smoking. They write a persuasive argument against it.
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Tread Lightly: Low Carbon Lunch

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create a flowchart of the carbon footprint of food from production to disposal. In this biology lesson, students brainstorm ways to reduce greenhouse gases by smart food choices. They create a blog promoting ways to eat low...
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Crickets on the Hearth

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners investigate how crickets behave in cold temperatures. In this life science lesson, students explain the beneficial and harmful effect of pests. They research ways to properly manage them.
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Cells=Life!

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders share what they know about cells. In this biology lesson, 9th graders study different microscopic images of the cell. They draw one and explain to their partner why they chose that image.
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What's on Your Plate?

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students demonstrate the path of food in the body. In this biology lesson, students conduct an experiment to determine how large the the digestive system is. They name the different organs involved in the digestive process.
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Hormone-Induced Plant Propagation Lab using Carrot Root Cultures

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students evaluate the importance of hormones in living things. In this biology lesson, students experiment on carrots to differentiate how humans and plants reproduce. They collect data from experiment to answer analysis questions.
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Evolution

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create a timeline on the history of evolution. In this biology instructional activity, students research their assigned scientist's contribution to evolution theory. They write a three-paragraph analysis about the timeline.
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Harmful Algal Blooms in Full Bloom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students calculate the total percentage of samples from the data on the graphs. In this marine science lesson, students analyze the concentration levels over a period of time. They suggest ways to lessen the effect of these blooms.
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Mechanisms to Fight Disease

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students explain how our body fight diseases. In this biology lesson plan, students identify the role of bacteria and viruses in human illness. They create a PowerPoint presentation and essay at the of the unit.
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Biology Honors Final Project

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders work on a project about cellular biology and genetics. In this biology lesson, 10th graders research about the assigned human body system and genetic disorders that affect it. They create a multimedia presentation and...
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Variation in Human Skin Color

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students classify themselves according to the six skin types. In this biology lesson plan, students explore the causes of human skin variation. They present their findings in class.
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The Secrets of the Sequence

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore genetics using a series of selected videos. In this biology lesson series, students study the different advances in life sciences. They research the pros and cons of genetic research.
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Alcohol, Nicotine or Caffeine Rap

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students create a rap/skit showing the effect of alcohol, nicotine or caffeine. In this biology lesson, students identify the important points of their chosen drug. They present their rap/skit in class.
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Amphipods

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students identify organisms that live at the bottom of the body of water. In this biology lesson, students evaluate the effects of pollution to amphipods population. They examine collected data and create a bar graph comparing them.
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Micropipette and the Metric System

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Learners practice measuring the correct volume using micropipette. In this biology lesson, students determine the correct micropipette tip to use when transferring fluid. They convert metric volume from one unit to another.
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DNA Blueprint for Life

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students isolate DNA from different food sources. In this biology lesson, students research DNA extraction. They analyze DNA stands collected from the lab, and compare the differences between each.
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Cell Structure and Function

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students compare the organelles present in plant and animal cells. In this biology lesson plan, students create an analogy to easily remember their assigned organelles. They also research their function and write a creative story.