Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Seed Dispersal

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Students determine seed dispersal methods. In this life science lesson, students make predictions about how seeds might move, then look at seeds under micrographs or microscopes to analyze the seed coat and how this helps dispersal. ...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Earthworms

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders research the earthworm and write a one paragraph report on its anatomy and habitat. They learn about worms and how to dissect them through Video Streaming and virtual dissections, along with actually dissect a worm as...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Bacterial Roles

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students study bacteria and the role it plays in the ecosystem.  In this bacteria lesson students research the roles bacteria has and submit a chart. 
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Bioluminescent Bewilderment!

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate the concept of bioluminescent. They break down the word phonetically for correct pronunciation. This is done as a warm up for learning. Then students create a list of the creatures from prior knowledge and...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Native Plant Restoration Project

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Pupils distinguish between exotic and native plant species. They work in groups in the field to restore a natural habitat. A class map is created to reflect their work in the field.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

"For the Birds" [part I]

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students identify birds that appear in Chinese and Japanese art, learning about their physical characteristics, classifying them according to scientific principles, and exploring their habitats and migration patterns. This is part one...
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Biology Corner

The Biology Corner: Dichotomous Key

For Students 9th - 10th
Here's a great dichotomous key for beginners. Use gremlin-like creatures to learn how to use more taxonomic keys.
Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Reptiles Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
A reference page with key facts about reptiles. Includes key terms, structure and function, reproduction, biological classification, evolution, and ecology.
Lesson Plan
Biology Corner

Biology Corner: Taxonomy Project

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A teacher lesson plan that allows students to pretend to be an alien taxonomist working with fictitious animals to create their scientific name, classification chart, design a dichotomous key, and create a food web.