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Inca's Untangles World

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students read a reprinted article from USA Today. In this metacognition lesson plan, students complete a worksheet about their thoughts while they are reading.
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Indiana Travel Guide

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders share their information about their home state. In this research lesson, 4th graders use graphic organizers to make a travel guide about the state of Indiana. This lesson could be modified for use with any state, it also...
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Bill Nye - Genetics

For Students 6th - 10th
In this biology worksheet, students identify the different discoveries and genetics to complete 12 short answer questions related to the topic.
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Homophones

For Students 3rd - 5th
For this recognizing homophones worksheet, students read lists of homophones and write their definitions. Students write 70 answers.
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Measuring Biodiversity

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars collect species data from a mock intertidal community. In this biology lesson, students graph their data and analyze the species in it. They construct a species accumulation curve and present it to class.
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Survival of the Fittest – Battling Beetles

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore natural selection. For this genetic adaptation lesson, students discover why certain traits continue and some traits disappear. Young scholars discover how species evolve and change. Resources are provided.
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Lesson 10: Karyotypes

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students predict traits of future offspring. In this biology lesson, students study karyotyping to predict genetic disorders. They research an assigned karyotype and present information about it.
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Lesson 16: DNA Technology

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Pupils research different areas of biotechnology. In this biology lesson, students create a presentation about their research. They debate the topic presented and share their views on the subject.
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Benefits of Biotechnology

For Teachers 9th
Various aspects about the impact of biotechnology in our everyday lives, and many examples of its application are given in these slides. Designed with multiple fonts, the style should be appealing to youth.
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Biography of a Star: Our Sun's Birth, Life, and Death

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine how astronomers use parallax to determine the distances of stars in the Sun's neighborhood. They construct a pinhole protractor, and measure angles and calculate distances.
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Homeschooling Chronicles - Swim Team - The Right Fit!

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Finding a sport that works for the whole family is the true meaning of winning. Maybe it's not soccer, but swimming? Maybe it's not basketball, but archery? There is a sport for everyone!
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Karyotypes and Inheritance of Chromosomes

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the mode of inheritance of chromosomes. Given a scenario, students use the Human Genome sheet to determine inherited chromosomes. They illustrate the difference between genotype and phenotype. Students develop a model...
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A Separate Peace: Chapter 2 Reading and Study Guide

For Teachers 7th - 12th
In this reading and study guide worksheet, learners define 4 vocabulary words, define 3 literary terms, and respond to 17 short answer questions pertaining to chapter 2 of John Knowles's A Separate Peace.
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DNA Activities

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students work together to identify the structure of DNA. They practice using new vocabulary as well. They create a 3-D model of DNA to complete the lesson.
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A Separate Peace: Chapter 4 Reading and Study Guide

For Teachers 7th - 12th
In this A Separate Peace study guide worksheet, students define 3 vocabulary words, provide examples of 2 literary terms, and respond to 9 short answer questions regarding chapter 4 of the John Knowles novel.
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Transcription, Translation, and the Genetics of Microbes

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students construct various virus models using Fruit loops and Alphabits to represent nucleotides and molecules. They constructs capsomeres using shoes as the capsomeres and discuss various viruses.
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Human Genetics and Heredity

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Learners choose topics for research based on human genetics and heredity. They conduct research via the Internet and write a brief explanation of the milestone in genetics and heredity and attach it to a class timeline. They share...
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A Separate Peace: Chapter 6 Reading and Study Guide

For Teachers 7th - 12th
In this A Separate Peace study guide worksheet, students define 3 vocabulary words, provide examples of 1 literary term, and respond to 15 short answer questions regarding chapter 6 of the John Knowles novel.
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Genome Interactions

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this genome worksheet, students define a genome and "universal code." Students review what happens during cell differentiation. This worksheet has 4 short answer and 6 matching questions.
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DNA - The Double Helix

For Students 9th - 12th
For this DNA worksheet, students read information about DNA and messenger RNA. Then students complete 16 short answer questions and color 2 images.
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Dragon Genetics-Independent Assortment and Genetic Linkage

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students build chromosome models using popsicle sticks. In this biology lesson plan, students simulate the Law of Independent Assortment. They use Punnett squares to predict the resulting genotype and phenotype.
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Dogs & Darwin

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders construct and conduct a laboratory experiment illustrating the transfer of mutations. They compare and contrast natural selection in organisms with long and short reproductive cycles.
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Genetically Modified Foods

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explain what genetically modified foods are and how they are created. Students use appropriate vocabulary to describe and effectively discuss the benefits of, and potential risks of, genetically modified foods.
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A Priceless Collection

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students read about and discuss life of Russian geneticist Nikolai Vavilov, define terms related to field of genetics, complete worksheets, conduct seed experiments, observe and record results, and locate seed banks on world map or globe.

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