Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Levels of Classification

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students use diagrams to compare structural differences that taxonomists use to classify animals. In this classification lesson plan, students compare structures of different species from given diagrams. In one diagram they identify the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Edible DNA

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students use multicolored soft candies (gumdrops and candy orange slices) and toothpicks to create models of DNA structures. They discuss the fact that DNA must copy itself before splitting into two cells. Students demonstrate this by...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Neuron Creations

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students examine neurons. In this nervous system instructional activity, students build models of neurons in order to study their parts and functions.  
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Make Sense of Nature

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students participate in this program that heightens their awareness and curiosity of nature as well as their sense of adventure and exploring new surroundings. They identify and choose an object from nature after exploring it with other...
Unit Plan
Other

Posit Science: The Brain 101

For Students 6th - 8th
Learn about the structure of the human brain with this interactive diagram. Also, find out about neurons, message transmission, and other factors that affect brain function.
Article
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Cancer Research Uk: The Brain

For Students 9th - 10th
General information about the brain is provided, which includes straightforward diagrams and explanations of how the brain works, parts of the brain, and brain tumors. Links are available to delve deeper into these topics and more.
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Merriam-Webster

Merriam Webster: Dictionary Illustration: Brain

For Students 3rd - 8th
A labeled diagram of the main parts of the human brain.