Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Color-Changing Cells

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Learners gather information about photoperiodism and senescence. They visually represent their comprehension about these processes in a 3-dimensional model. Students graphically distinguish between colors in a key.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Plant Responses

For Students 4th - 8th
In this plant response instructional activity, students will explore the different responses plants have to different stimuli, including light and gravity. Students will complete 7 multiple choice questions and 3 fill in the blank...
Handout
University of Hamburg

University of Hamburg: Photoperiodism and Stimulation

For Students 9th - 10th
A good summary of the photoperiodic effects of plants. Discussion of the way that the length of the day effects the growth of plants.
eBook
McGraw Hill

Mhhe: Plant Growth and Growth Regulators

For Students 9th - 10th
A very good overview of the hormonal control of plant responses to different environmental cues. Good place to start research.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: Seasonal Changes in Plants

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Have you seen the leaves of plants change colors? During what time of year does this happen? What causes it to happen? Plants can sense changes in the seasons....
Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Animals: Behavior Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive study guide covers the necessary vocabulary and concepts for a unit on animal behavior.