Learners engage in a light cardiovascular instant activity while actively listening for audible cues.

Students examine the functions of the different systems in the body. They discover how different systems must work together to make the body function correctly. They identify the needs of the body to help it survive.

Students evaluate the notion of aging by reviewing some of the studies that occurred on John Glenn's space shuttle mission.

Students observe the embryological development in the zebrafish. Developmental hierarchy from three germ layers is studied in depth. Research is validated on the body plan of the embryo.

Students discover the risks from radon. They examine a graph of what a low dose of radon will do to a human body and then discuss. They answer questions to complete the lesson.

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...

Pupils listen to a story about seashells. They discuss shelled animals. Learners describe the function of seashell. Pupils relate the function of a seashell to their own dwelling. They differentiate between shelled animals that make...

Students compare fish anatomy. For this teacher demonstrated dissection lesson, students compare fish anatomy to that of humans. They explore different fish and their unique properties.  There are 4 distinct activities which can be...

Students explore the types of skeletons in various animals. In this skeletal systems lesson, students watch a video clip about skeletons, view a human skeleton, compare the skeletons of humans, chickens and fish, and learn about...

First graders consider the importance eating breakfast. In this breakfast foods activity, 1st graders plan meals, examine a variety of breakfast options, and discuss the food groups. Students taste a variety of foods. Extension...

Students discuss diabetes, it causes, and old and current technology to control the disease. They discuss biomedical engineering and new technology to control the disease. The examine the various types of insulin delivery systems and...

Learners conduct a variety of experiments to explore protein. In this biology instructional activity, students solve a mystery by testing for the presence of glucose, protein starch and triglycerides. They explain how DNA transcription...

Students study the underlying causes, prevention, and treatment of acne.

Identify the properties of fats and lipids. Compare the properties of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids Identify foods containing triglycerides and identify which foods contain saturated and unsaturated fat Discuss the function of...

Students learn how to preserve flower buds and blooms. In this gardening lesson, students explore the methods of air drying, using drying agents, and pressing plants to preserve them.

For this synonyms worksheet, students read 9 words in a box. Students choose four words and find as many synonyms as possible, writing them on another piece of paper in the form of a brainstorm.

In this circulatory system activity, students complete a crossword puzzle with 13 clues about circulatory system vocabulary.

Young scholars design a cardiovascular fitness program that encourages them to implement it in their daily lives.

Students explore the five senses through hands-on and Internet activities.

Students sort organisms and objects into groups according to their parts and describe how the groups are formed.They identify body parts of animals from puzzle pieces, assemble the puzzle, and name the animal.

Third graders name and identify three body parts of an insect, identify the characteristics that insects have six legs and one pair of antennae and categorize insects as to whether they are helpful or harmful.

Students examine a Baga Drum in order to explore the history of the Baga people of West Africa. For this art history lesson, students recognize figures used in Baga Drum design that represent aspects of Baga culture. They also design and...

Students study how animals need water, food, shelter, and space to survive. They also study what animals need to survive in the winter. They play the part of animals and winter "threats" in a game of tag to reinforce concepts.

Students identify personal strengths that can help them cope with events in life like 9/11. They address two factors that have been demonstrated by research studies to assist students in adapting to and coping with stress. Students are...