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8th grade biology lessons
Emergency Science Sub Plan or Activity | Root Monster Project
This is a fun and engaging activity that will teach students how to use root words to decipher the meaning of science terms. Students will complete multiple root skill sections including a section where they will make a fun root monster drawing. Their root monster must match the characteristics of 5 science root words. There is also a creative writing section where students will write a story about their monster that must include at least 7 science root words.Included:★ Activity Directions★ Root
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5th - 8th
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Adaptations, Mutations and Natural Selection - Evolution PowerPoint and Handouts
May the best beak win as students fight for survival of the fittest in this lesson about mutation, adaptation and evolution by natural selection. Charles Darwin would be so proud!WHAT'S INCLUDED in this 1-2 DAY LESSON:• 19 EDITABLE PowerPoint slides with bellwork, instructions, notes and embedded answer keys to handouts• 6 NON-EDITABLE PDF pages that align with the PowerPoint• Mutation Bird Beak Lab ActivitySTUDENTS WILL:• Learn about how mutation leads to adaptation and Charles Darwin's contri
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5th - 10th
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MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS4-4
, MS-LS4-6
Life Science Interactive Notebook - Complete Bundle
SCIENCE INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK FOR LIFE SCIENCEThis product is a compilation of ALL Life Science Interactive Notebook chapters. This download will save you 20% off the individually listed chapters!Each activity enables students to process the information given by the teacher then allows them to use self-direction to apply their new knowledge. The engaging activities always vary in order for all students to use and benefit from different learning styles. Activities included correlating with the N
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5th - 10th
Life Science Middle School Science NGSS 7th Grade Science Lessons Curriculum
Do you teach life science in middle school? Perfect for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade life science. Purchase this life science bundle and save 20%. This bundle covers all the life science standards for middle school NGSS. LS1: From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes, LS2: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics Relationships in Ecosystems, LS2: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics Relationships in Ecosystems, and LS4: Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity. Students will be engaged in lear
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
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Genetics & Heredity - PowerPoint & Handouts Bundle
Your students can unravel the mysteries of how DNA affects their appearance, behavior and more using our fun and engaging genetics unit bundle, complete with a guiding PowerPoint, tons of activities, graphic organizers and more!WHAT'S INCLUDED in this 4-5 WEEK LONG BUNDLE:• 115+ slide fully editable PowerPoint presentation with title slides, objectives, bell work, guided notes, and animations along with 160+ NON-EDITABLE PDF pages which includes aligned notes, labs, projects, activities, study g
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Grades:
5th - 10th
NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Also included in: Life Science Biology Curriculum Bundle - PowerPoints and Handouts
Biology Curriculum Full Year Bundle
A biology curriculum bundle that has everything you need to teach high school biology for the entire year. This year long biology curriculum bundle includes models, case studies, task cards, labs, PowerPoints, study guides, projects, and now with the introduction of the model-based learning journal (ATLAS), it truly supports NGSS pedagogy as well as content. This curriculum has everything you need to teach a successful year of high school biology.Many items are editable to tailor to your needs.
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8th - 11th
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NGSS:
HS-LS1-5
, HS-LS2-3
, HS-LS2-7
, HS-LS3-3
, HS-LS3-1
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Entire Science Curriculum
This curriculum includes 20 full units of study in Life, Earth, and Physical Science for students in grades 5-10. Each unit contains a slideshow road map that delivers a truly interactive science experience. Students follow the slideshow with a printed or digital work bundle that chronologically follows daily lessons. As the teacher advances through the slideshow, students fill-in critical class notes (red colored slides), answer questions, complete diagrams, takes built-in quizzes, and much mo
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5th - 10th
Frog Dissection Lab - High School Biology or Middle School- Internal & External
Ah, the frog dissection. Staple of any General Biology course. This one has everything you need: just add frogs! Includes lab directions, student worksheets, diagrams and pictures of frog anatomy, and discussion questions. This lab is specially designed to be completed in two class sessions. The first part includes external anatomy, which allows teachers to keep the frogs intact for the next class. In the second part of the laboratory, students explore the internal anatomy of the frog. This is
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7th - 9th
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DNA Model Paper Project
DNA Structure dry lab is a cut n' paste activity in which students build models of DNA and then answer 10 general questions about the structure of DNA. The download is a PDF file. All DNA pieces are included, complete with teacher tips and an answer key. A paperless version is also available hosted on Google Slides to support your remote learning needs. Also included are extra parts if you'd like to build an RNA model (ribose and uracil cut outs). If you'd like a complete package that contains t
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7th - 10th
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Bill Nye the Science Guy : CELLS (video sheet / human body / No Prep / Sub)
*Video is needed for completion of this product*Please make sure you have access to the video prior to making your purchaseWant more BILL! BILL!! BILL!!! – CLICK HERE!*This worksheet can be used to accompany the Bill Nye video CELLS (Season 1, Episode 17).The worksheet has a series of questions that help students stay focused on various science facts about CELLS. Areas covered: animal cells, organelles, blood cells, types of body cells, science careers, and simple hands-on activities. A follow-
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5th - 8th
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Cells Unit
CELL UNIT - ALL inclusive Bundle (NGSS Aligned )- Everything you need to teach a 6 week Biology unit- PRINT AND DIGITAL VERSIONS AVAILABLE!Save time and energy with this easy to use bundle that includes EVERYTHING that you need to teach:✅Cell Theory✅Types of Cells✅Cell Organelles and Their Functions✅Cellular Transport✅The Cell Cycle✅Cell Regulation & Cancer✅The Use of Stem CellsYour next 6 weeks are going to be a breeze as this bundle is designed to take the guess work out of lesson planning
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Grades:
8th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-1
, HS-LS1-4
Also included in: BIOLOGY CURRICULUM - FULL YEAR Bundle - Print and Digital
DNA RNA Reading and Coloring Activity
DNA RNA Reading and Coloring Activity is a combined packet on DNA and RNA. Students read about DNA and RNA and answer 20 questions. The coloring instructions are mixed within the reading, referring to each structure as it goes along.*Also includes digital version hosted on Google Slides. The packet has 4 main parts:1) The Reading (structure and role of DNA and RNA)2) 20 Questions (Short answer and fill in)3) DNA Coloring4) RNA ColoringAnswer sheet is included. Students color in DNA + RNA molecu
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8th - 11th
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Plant and Animal Cells Complete 5E Lesson Plan
Make lesson planning the easiest part of your day! All the materials you need to teach an engaging, multi-day lesson on plant and animal cells are included in this Plant and Animal Cells 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Complete Lesson. Minimum prep and student-led learning allow you to focus on real student success! Your junior high students will answer these essential questions:What is the difference between structure and function in plant and animal cell organelles?What is a cell membrane, cell wall, nuc
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Science Curriculum - Complete 5E Lesson Bundle
Organic Compounds Stations - Macromolecules
A visual journey for your students to learn all about macromolecules from these stations. 27 Stations (34 total). Laminate these (or use sheet protectors) and enjoy for many years! These organic compounds task cards are my "exhibition style" stations- students go to each station or "exhibit" to get the information. This is a great alternative to the text book for your biochemistry unit! These stations are completely editable and come with their own student answer sheet for students to record th
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8th - 11th
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Natural Selection Grade 6 7 8 Science Lesson, Hands-on, Leveled Activities
Everything you need for an engaging middle school unit on identifying changes in genetic traits over time. Includes presentations, worksheets, choice projects, and assessment. Fully editable, multiday content needs minimum prep. Differentiated, student-led learning leaves time for you to focus on student success! Your junior high students will answer these essential questions:How can you identify changes in genetic traits over several generations?What are the differences between natural selectio
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Science Curriculum - Complete 5E Lesson Bundle
Human Body Systems - PowerPoint & Handouts Bundle
The leg bone's connected to hip bone... learn all about the major systems of the body from the integumentary system to the nervous system using our fun and engaging human body unit bundle, complete with a guiding PowerPoint, tons of activities, graphic organizers and more!WHAT'S INCLUDED in this 6-7 WEEK LONG BUNDLE:• 170+ slide fully editable PowerPoint presentation with title slides, objectives, bell work, guided notes, and animations along with 100+ NON-EDITABLE PDF pages which includes align
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Grades:
5th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-8
Also included in: Life Science Biology Curriculum Bundle - PowerPoints and Handouts
Evolution, Natural Selection, Adaptation - PowerPoint & Handouts Bundle
Watch evolution in action as you leave your species' fate up to chance playing our funky monkey game and trace the evolution of the whale from land to sea in our evolution unit bundle complete with a guiding PowerPoint, tons of activities, graphic organizers and more. WHAT'S INCLUDED in this 2-3 WEEK LONG BUNDLE:• 100+ slide fully editable PowerPoint presentation with title slides, objectives, bell work, guided notes, and animations along with 50+ NON-EDITABLE PDF pages which includes aligned no
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Grades:
5th - 10th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-3
, MS-LS4-1
, MS-LS4-2
, MS-LS4-5
, MS-LS4-4
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Also included in: Life Science Biology Curriculum Bundle - PowerPoints and Handouts
Biomes Interactive Notebook | Biomes Google Classroom Animal Habitats Activites
Biomes Unit for Interactive Science Notebook! {DIGITAL & PAPER VERSIONS}***Important Update - Now includes additional, colorful Digital Google Slides Version for Google Classroom! Designed for Distance LearningThis resource is part of the Earth Science (Entire) Curriculum.This product contains interactive cut and paste learning material for students to create an organized science interactive notebook.Students will create a fun interactive spinner featuring information about all the different
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Structure of Life 5E Lesson Plans Bundle
Structure of Life 5E Lesson Plans Bundle - Everything you need to teach a unit on structure of life. Each of the lesson plans follows the 5E model and provides you with the exact tools to teach the topics. All of the guesswork has been removed with these NO PREP lessons.Complete 5E Lessons Included for Each Topic:-Plant Cells and Animal Cells-Cell Theory-Dichotomous Keys-Characteristics of Organisms-Inherited Traits-Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells-Sexual and Asexual Reproduction-Genetics: Gen
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6th - 8th
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Cell Transport- Gummy Bear Osmosis Lab
This is a 4 page lab using gummy bears and their delicious gelatin matrixes as cell models to demonstrate the process of osmosis. This traditional spin is designed to be easy-peasy- just dixie cups, gummy bears, salt, rulers, and water! Students must perform calculations (volume, percent change) and graph their data, as well as answer questions pertaining to osmosis and environments (hypotonic; hypertonic). This lab is spanned over the course of 3 days- it is designed so that students chip away
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6th - 10th
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Science Literacy Sub Plans Bundle
This science literacy bundle contains 15 emergency sub plans that are meaningful, easy to use, and relate to student lives. Digital paperless and traditional paper options both included. These are useful tools to help encourage scientific literacy in reading, graphing, and making connections.Each plan comes with an option to print a class packet and student answer sheet to save paper! Save 25% when you buy this super bundle which includes the best selling & highest rated high school science
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8th - 11th
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HEREDITY Creature Features - Inherited and Environmental Traits
Use this simple but highly engaging activity to help students make the connection between inherited traits and the similarities between parents and their offspring.
Students will flip a coin to simulate the genetic traits being passed on to the offspring of two made-up “parent” creatures.
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Teacher Instructions
Parent Creatures Posters
Student Sheets
Answer Key
Sample Student Work
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5th - 8th
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Protein Synthesis- Transcription and Translation
Protein synthesis simulation that is FUN! Students transcribe DNA samples from a mysterious creature species, which are hybrids among birds, lions, and horses and can have a mix of traits from each. Students are required to transcribe the DNA into mRNA and then translate the codons into specific proteins to figure out which trait each creature DNA sample contains. Once the traits are determined, students will draw the creatures as their final masterpiece. See the preview for a more detailed look
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8th - 10th
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Evolution and Natural Selection PowerPoint Guided Notes
Evolution and Natural Selection PowerPoint is an 80 slide presentation designed to take you through your evolution unit. The notes include:I. History of Evolutionary Thought!!. Charles Darwin the NaturalistIII. Charles Darwin's Theory of Natural SelectionIV. What Evolution is NotV. Descent with Modification/SpeciationVI. Evidence for EvolutionContains 8 video links for your viewing pleasure.Student notes included!Completely editable! You may also be interested in: Evolution Interactive Notebook
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Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in: Biology Notes PowerPoint Bundle
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