This informative resource describes the advances that angiosperms possess over conifers. It also looks at the parts of a flower, how fruit develops and the life cycle of an angiosperm.

This lesson plan is the opening lesson plan for a unit of study entitled "Why Doesn't A Caterpillar Grow Up To Be An Oak Tree?" during which young scholars take a look at life cycles of plants and animals. This lesson plan will encourage...

A collection of teaching resources to help students explore plants! Resources investigate anatomy of plants, reproduction and life cycles, fruits, seeds, classification, photosynthesis, factors that affect plant growth, and respiration....

By using a hands-on activity,the young scholars will learn about the Life Cycle of the Angiosperms. Students will learn about the female and male parts of a flower. This would be a great activity to follow a unit on reproduction in...

This lesson helps students understand the concept of pollination. Objectives, materials, procedures, adaptations, discussion questions, evaluation, extensions, suggested readings, links, vocabulary, and academic standards are all included!

Explains what differentiates ferns from other plants, their physical characteristics, taxonomy, life cycle, how they evolved, and where they occur.

An online summary of the evolution of flowering plants at an advanced level. The text is supported by good illustrations and is followed by a quiz. This is a good review for exams.

This site traces the life cycle of the monarch butterfly and contains links for more in depth study of the terms presented.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Seedless plants can reproduce asexually or sexually. Some seedless plants, like hornworts and liverworts, can reproduce asexually through fragmentation. When a small...

Article explaining what viruses are, their evolution, taxonomy, morphology, and replication. Also covers mechanisms by which viruses cause disease, how they can impact on plants, and the potential and real benefits we get from...

Discussion of the conversion of light energy to chemical energy through the life-sustaining process of photosynthesis. Explores the reactions of photosynthesis, where they take place, and their ecological importance.