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Arctic Smorgasbord

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Though the walrus spends roughly one third of its time on land, it eats organisms that live on the bottom of the ocean. The first in a series of five, the lesson plan uses a variety of plant and animal cards to have scholars build an...
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How do plant & animal cells make and use energy?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners show the relationship between the need for plants to undergo photosynthesis in order to generate oxygen. They see the flaws associated with this thinking because of the lack of CO2 and H2O and lack of sufficient gravity in order...
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Plants vs. Animal Cells Quiz

For Students 9th - 12th
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.
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Amoeba

For Students 9th - 12th
In this amoeba worksheet, high schoolers read about the structures of the amoeba and their functions. They answer twelve questions about the amoeba and color given structures on a diagram of an amoeba.
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Living Environment

For Teachers 7th - Higher Ed
For this environment worksheet students complete a series of multiple choice questions and short answers on plant and animal species and populations in an ecosystem. 
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Biology: Understanding Cellular Organelles

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students distinguish the differences between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells. Using microscopes, they examine a variety of plant and animal cells. Working in groups, they draw and label plant and animal cells and show the mathematical...
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Tasty Treats

For Students 9th - 10th
In this biology instructional activity, students construct a model of a plant or animal cell using edible materials that will remain fresh at least three days. They identify and label each part to include various organelles as listed....
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Life Processes and Water

For Teachers All
Explain the properties of water. Identify the properties of water that make it a polar molecule Describe hydrogen bonds and how they differ from covalent bonds Discuss the differences between hard water and soft water Compare the heat of...
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Plant And Animal Cells

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students identify parts of plant and animal cells and describe the functions of each part. They distinguish between plant and animal cells. After a lecture/demo, students perform experiments which help them construct models of plant and...
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Plant and Animal Cell Structure

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders identify the different parts and functions of the cell. In this biology lesson, 7th graders make a labelled diagram of either a plant or animal cell. They write a story about it.
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Cell Community

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders use technology to review cell structure and function. In this cells less, 7th graders review the parts and functions of a cell, and use photography/video and PowerPoint to enhance their explorations.
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The Cell Theory

For Students 9th - 12th
In this cells learning exercise, students review how the cell theory was developed. Students review the structure and function of cell structures and active transport. This learning exercise has 30 fill in the blank questions.
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Slimy cells

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students study the parts of a cell.  In this chemistry instructional activity students complete an activity in which they make as much slime as they want. 
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Seeing Cells

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders study living cells and their functioning units.  For this cell lesson students color cell diagrams, answer questions and discuss the differences between plant and animal cells. 
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Using Microscopes

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students do an experiment using a microscope. In this lesson, about cells, students examine different slides using a microscope. Students look at an onion skin, cheek cells, and potato cells. In each of these, students find cell walls,...
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Underneath the Microscope

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders enhance their skills in operating a microscope. They become comfortable with the vocabulary associated with microscopes and investigate how to place slides and focus them properly using the microscope. Students are given...
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Cells

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are introduced to the life cycle of a cell. In groups, they identify and describe the function of organelles. They compare and contrast the differences and similarities between plant and animal cells as well. They complete a...
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The Giant Cell

For Teachers 6th - 8th
After actively participating in a unit on cells, the students act out and become the organelles. They will act out and explain the functions of what each of the organelles do for the cell.
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Coral Polyp Party

For Teachers K - 2nd
Learners complete a project where they label the parts of a coral polyp and discuss the differences between plants and animals. Students use marshmallows, sprinkles, toothpicks, and more to label their coral polyp.
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Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
For this energy worksheet, students review the processes that create energy for a cell: photosynthesis and cellular respiration. This worksheet has 11 fill in the blank and 14 short answer questions.
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DNA Extraction Lab

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students extract DNA and test for its presence from unroasted (raw) wheat germ using a prescribed procedure. They modify the procedure to provide a less expensive, easier method. They also extract DNA from different available plant,...
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Biology: Make a Model Cell

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars compare and contrast plant and animal cells and then create a model of the latter. They visit Websites to view the cells and answer questions about them. In pairs, students create cell models using plastic baggies,...
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Sunken Millions

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This PowerPoint features a game based on the animal life. The interactive slides include 20 questions about animal needs, animal groups, and animal traits. The questions include multiple choice answers and 4 different levels of...
Organizer
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Plant and Animal Cells KWL Chart

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this plant and animal cells worksheet, students complete a KWL chart, writing what they know, want to learn and have learned about the topic. Worksheet contains a link to additional activities.

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