Plants & photosynthesis
Lesson Plan on Photosynthesis
Observe a leaf-in-water experiment, complete fill-in-the-blank and matching worksheet sections on photosynthesis components, and answer short-answer questions.
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Human body & cells
Lesson Plan on the Respiratory System - Grades 9-12
Watch an animated video and take notes, participate in guided discussion, complete multiple-choice/diagram-labeling/matching/short-answer worksheet parts, and answer an exit question.
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Animal classification & adaptations
Classifying Animals Lesson Plan & Slides
Students fold paper into six sections to take notes on each animal-group slide as the teacher presents a PowerPoint slideshow, then play a 'Who Am I?' guessing game where one student uses yes/no questions and classification vocabulary (e.g. 'Am I an amphibian?') to identify a mystery animal while classmates respond…
Human body & cells
Lesson Plan on the Digestive System
Watch a video and take notes, label a digestive-system diagram, map the 'journey of a sandwich,' complete matching/sorting worksheet activities, and write an exit ticket.
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Human body & cells
Histology Tissues Unit
Take notes from PowerPoint presentations on tissue types; complete a function-terms brainstorm chart and write a paragraph on tissue function; complete a histology lab by drawing and labeling diagrams for 9 tissue types from prepared slides; complete a review crossword puzzle; complete a unit test.
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Cardiovascular System Unit | Circulatory System Unit
Complete a heart anatomy matching worksheet, calculate personal coronary heart disease risk scores from case-study data, solve a cardiovascular system crossword puzzle, follow lecture notes on blood vessels/the heart/heart physiology/heart disorders, complete daily and test review activities, dissect a sheep heart…
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Life cycles
Lesson Plan on Butterfly Life Cycle
Students discuss butterflies, watch a video, participate in guided discussion, then complete a worksheet matching life-cycle stages to descriptions, sequencing the stages, filling in vocabulary blanks, coloring/drawing each stage, and naming another animal that undergoes metamorphosis.
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Animal classification & adaptations
Animal Research Systems Project
In groups of ~5, students complete a guided PowerPoint activity on animal structures and functions (modeled by the teacher first), then work independently to choose one animal within their assigned vertebrate group, complete a second research template on that animal, and build a large 2-D diorama on poster paper…
Animal classification & adaptations
Animal Classification – Vertebrates + Invertebrates
Study/complete a vertebrates-and-invertebrates diagram sorting animal groups (mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians under vertebrates; animals with jointed legs vs. without legs under invertebrates) with example animals for each group, then fill out a classification chart describing group characteristics…
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Habitats & animal studies
Ocean Animals Deep-sea Community PowerPoint and Study Guide
Read/view the Deep-sea Communities slideshow, then answer multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank review questions tied to specific slides (e.g., oceanic zones, discovery history, deep-sea temperatures, marine snow, whale falls, chemosynthesis, cold seeps), including a labeling/drawing task of a hydrothermal vent…
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Plants & photosynthesis
Plants of South America | South America Unit Study | Geography Bundle
The Plants of South America | Continent of South America Unit Study | Geography Bundle This unit study is an educational tool designed for students in grades 3-6. It aims to broadens their knowledge about the diverse flora found on the continent of South America, seamlessly integrating learning about geography and…
Habitats & animal studies
Killer Whale (Orca) Unit Study (Endangered Animals Lesson Plan, Activities)
Students watch suggested videos, read provided or suggested passages, and complete worksheets including a KWL chart, video notes pages, graphic organizers on the killer whale life cycle, a species/animal-facts investigation, an endangered species report, coloring pages, and a final project (poster, lapbook, or…
Habitats & animal studies
Blue Whale Unit Study (Endangered Animals Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities)
Follow a day-by-day plan (video, reading, worksheet/discussion, and some drawing/writing activities) across 5 days to learn about blue whale biology, life cycle, and conservation status; optionally complete a unit-long podcast project.
Plants & photosynthesis
Plants of Africa | Africa Unit Study | Geography Bundle
The Plants of Africa | Continent of Africa Unit Study | Geography Bundle A comprehensive resource illustrating the diverse flora found throughout the African continent. This teaching tool is perfect for social studies and geography coursework plans, designed specifically for students in grades 3 through 7. The primary…
Habitats & animal studies
Narwhal Unit Study (Arctic Animals Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities)
Complete science-based worksheets/activities about narwhals and Arctic animals across the 5-day unit; optionally create a class podcast.
Habitats & animal studies
Panda Unit Study (Endangered Animals Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities)
Watch assigned videos, complete readings, fill out KWL charts and panda video note sheets, complete graphic organizers, and do daily activities (e.g., draw a panda, coloring pages, a final poster/lapbook/interactive notebook project).
Plants & photosynthesis
Plants of Australia | Australia Unit Study | Geography Bundle
Plants of Australia | Continent of Australia Unit Study | Geography Bundle This teaching resource introduces students to the botanical beauty and variety that graces the Australian continent. The packet contains detailed information cards on twelve different plants native to Australia: bottlebrush kangaroo paw golden…
Plants & photosynthesis
Plants of Asia | Asia Unit Study | Geography Bundle
Plants of Asia | Continent of Asia Unit Study | Geography Bundle Engage your young learners with an engaging, comprehensive study of Asian plants. This set specifically caters to students from Grade 3 through Grade 7 and combines interactive activities with clear learning material for a superior experience in Social…
Life cycles
Hyena Life Cycle: African Savanna Mammal Animal Unit Study & Fun Facts
Teaches the hyena life cycle (birth/cub, nursing cub, juvenile, sub-adult, adult stages) along with fun facts about hyena behavior and biology.
Life cycles
Black-backed jackal life cycle: Savanna Animal Science Unit Study
A science unit study teaching the life cycle stages of the black-backed jackal, an African savanna animal.
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Lesson Plan on Plant Life Cycle for Kindergarten
Watch a video, act out plant growth stages, complete a matching/coloring/cut-and-paste worksheet, and make a paper-plate life-cycle craft.
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Life cycles
African Wildebeest Life Cycle: Grassland Animal Science Unit Study
Learn more about the life cycle of a Wildebeest with these worksheet. This science unit study is perfect for Pre-K to 3rd grade students to know how these migratory animal grow, live, and survive on the African savanna. What’s Included in this WildebeestLife Cycle Worksheet? Wildebeest In a nutshell Life Cycle…
Habitats & animal studies
Arctic Fox Unit Study (Arctic Animals Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities)
Watch daily videos, read informational texts, and complete worksheets (KWL, video notes, life cycle graphic organizers, can/have/are or is/has/needs organizer, investigation organizer) and activities (drawing, coloring, poster/lapbook/interactive notebook) about the reindeer/caribou over a 5-day sequence.
Habitats & animal studies
Puffin Unit Study (Arctic Animals Lesson Plan, Videos, Activities)
Over 5 days: watch a daily video, complete an independent or read-aloud reading, do a worksheet/graphic-organizer or discussion, and complete a daily activity (KWL chart, video notes, drawing/coloring pages, and a final poster/lapbook/interactive-notebook project).