Biology Junction
Introduction to Biology Crossword
In this introduction to biology, students complete a crossword puzzle with 22 questions. They identify common terminologies used in the study of biology.
Biology Junction
Photosynthesis Crossword
In this photosynthesis activity, pupils complete a crossword puzzle with 26 questions on the processes involved in photosynthesis.
College Board
AP Biology Practice Exam 2013
What is the best way to prepare for an AP® exam? Learners become familiar with the AP® Biology exam by completing a full-length practice exam. The AP® test prep by the College Board contains multiple choice, grid-in, and free-response...
Curated OER
Quiz on Cell Theory
In this cell theory quiz worksheet, learners complete an on-line game, clicking on questions and matching answer cards and scoring 1 point per correct answer. Printable version available also.
Curated OER
Cell Organelles #3-Quiz
In this cell organelles quiz worksheet, students complete an on-line game, clicking on questions and matching answer cards and scoring 1 point per correct answer. Printable version available also.
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Viral Lysis and Budding
How do some viruses spread so quickly, and why do they make us feel terrible? Answer these (and many more) questions through a simple yet impactful lessons. Pupils observe demonstrations that show the two methods viruses use to escape...
Curated OER
Cell Growth and Division
Students explore the cell cycle. They examine why the cell cycle is necessary. Students discuss the processes of interphase and mitosis. They explore the general phases of mitosis; prophase, metaphase, anaphase and telophase.
Curated OER
The Fungus Among Us
High schoolers explore the basic characteristics and roles of fungi. They discuss the importance of fungi to humans. Students investigate the relationship between cell structure and function and explore the diversity and variation of...
Teach Engineering
Algae: Tiny Plants with Big Energy Potential
My, what big energy potential you have! Scholars learn about the energy potential of using algae as a biofuel. A PowerPoint presentation first describes the structure of algae and then how researchers use algae as biofuel to produce energy.
American Chemical Society
The Discovery of Fullerenes
Carbon is the most common element on earth, so the innovative discovery of a new type of carbon molecule won the 1996 Nobel Prize. In the ready-to-go lesson plan, scholars learn about C60 and how it has opened up the entire area of...
National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science
Identical Twins, Identical Fates?
Can different personal experiences affect our genes? Find out in an intriguing case study about one twin who is diagnosed with mental illness and her identical twin who fears she may suffer the same fate. Designed for college-level...
Curated OER
Quiz on Cells
In this cells quiz worksheet, students complete an on-line game, clicking on questions and matching answer cards and scoring 1 point per correct answer. Printable version available also.
Curated OER
Quiz on Cell Organelles #1
In this cell organelles quiz worksheet, high schoolers complete an on-line game, clicking on questions and matching answer cards, scoring 1 point per correct answer. Printable version available also.
Curated OER
Cell Organelles Quiz #2
In this cell organelles quiz worksheet, students complete an on-line quiz, clicking on questions and matching answers, scoring 1 point for each correct answer. A printed version is available.
Curated OER
Cell-City Analogy Quiz #1
In this cell-city analogy quiz worksheet, learners complete an on-line game, clicking on questions and matching answer cards and scoring 1 point per correct answer. Printable version available also.
Curated OER
Cell-City Analogy Quiz #2
In this cell-city analogy quiz learning exercise, learners complete an on-line game, clicking on questions and matching answer cards and scoring 1 point per correct answer. Printable version available also.
Curated OER
Plants vs. Animal Cells Quiz
In this plant vs. animal cells quiz worksheet, students complete an on-line game, clicking on questions and matching answer cards and scoring 1 point per correct answer. Printable version available also.
Curated OER
Slimy cells
Students study the parts of a cell. In this chemistry lesson students complete an activity in which they make as much slime as they want.
Virginia Department of Education
The Ratio of Surface Area to Volume
Demonstrate the ratio of surface area to volume in your high school class by using phenolphthalein, gelatin, and an onion. Intrigue the class by leading a discussion on osmosis and diffusion, then making "scientific jello." Participants...
LABScI
The Digestive System: Where Does Food Go?
Would you believe that your digestive system stretches to five times your height?! Help your pupils to understand this relationship as they work through the laboratory exercise. The first instructional activity of a 12-part series is a...
Cornell University
Thinking with the Eyes
Objects are larger (or smaller) than they appear! Scholars use a laboratory investigation to explore the difference between resolution and magnification. The activity allows them to calculate the size of the field of view of their light...
Atkins
Attack of the Viruses!
Not all viruses are bad, but are all retroviruses groovy? The instructional activity starts with a detailed presentation before scholars create their own model of a virus. The resource incorporates many worksheets and practice questions...
Messenger Education
Star Power! Discovering the Power of Sunlight
It takes less than 10 minutes for energy from the sun to travel 90 million miles to Earth! In the first installment in a series of four, groups measure the amount of solar radiation that reaches Earth. They then discuss how this is...