Mary Dushay

Supernatural or Science? A Biology Case Study Investigation Engage students in critical thinking as they uncover the real science behind history’s most famous supernatural myths.This immersive biology activity challenges students to analyze historical “supernatural” events (vampires, werewolves, ghosts, zombies, and witches) and determine the scientific explanations behind them using biological evidence. Through structured case files and guided analysis questions, students act as scientists,

An interactive, station-based investigation for teaching ecosystem relationships and biodiversityThis Ecology Stations activity helps students explore how organisms interact within ecosystems and why keystone species play a critical role in maintaining ecological balance. Through multiple stations, students analyze real-world scenarios, data, and visuals to understand species interactions such as predation, competition, mutualism, parasitism, and the cascading effects that occur when keystone

Help students organize, connect, and make sense of Biology Unit 1 with these structured Chemistry of Life concept maps. This resource is designed to support introductory instruction, not just review—making it ideal for launching the course and building strong conceptual foundations. Instead of traditional notes, students actively build understanding by completing visual concept maps that emphasize: relationships between ideas structure–function connections biological relevance of chemistry con

Prepare your AP Biology students for exam success with this focused Exam Prep Guide!This resource teaches students how to approach the AP Biology Exam (not content review), making it ideal for building strong test-taking skills at any time of year. What’s Included: ✔️ Clear overview of the AP Biology Exam format (multiple choice + FRQs) ✔️ Easy strategies for answering multiple-choice questions accurately ✔️ Step-by-step guidance for writing high-scoring Free Response Questions (FRQs) ✔️

Included are slides/notes & scaffolded handouts for students. **These slides are designed to introduce and simplify tectonism. Students will be able to describe geologic features formed from the different boundary interactions and the cycling of matter in the Earth's crust** Includes: 1. Earth's Geologic Features Slides (w/ student handout & key) 2. Earthquakes: Seismololgy Slides (w/ student Easel activity) 3. Tectonism Reinforcement Slides (w/ student copy)

Looking to reinforce tectonism and cycling of matter? Works great as supplemental or review material. Can be used as substitute plans as well! I created and used this resource to review the process of tectonism and the cycling of matter with my physical science students.

Looking to reinforce tectonism and cycling of matter? I created and used this resource to review the process of tectonism and the cycling of matter with my physical science students.

Transform Your Biology Classroom with SEL & Restorative Practices!**Includes 8 Engaging Genetics-Themed Circle Questions!* Ready to make genetics more interactive and meaningful for your students? This Genetics Community Circle Resource seamlessly integrates biology content with the power of SEL and Restorative Practices, fostering deep discussions, critical thinking, and student engagement. ✨ Why It Works:✅ Encourages thoughtful conversations about inheritance, gene expression, and ethical

Engage your high school biology students with this interactive and fun Ecology Taboo Game! Perfect for reviewing key ecology concepts, this game reinforces important terms like ecosystems, food chains, and biodiversity in an exciting, competitive format. What’s Included: 36 Taboo Cards covering key ecology topics Clear instructions for easy gameplayIdeal for high school biology students (adaptable for middle school) Topics Covered:Ecosystems, Food Chains, Biodiversity, Photosynthesis, Symbiosi

Transform Your Biology Classroom with SEL & Restorative Practices! Includes 8 Thought-Provoking Gene Expression & Regulation Circle Questions!Ready to make gene expression and regulation come to life for your students? This Gene Expression & Regulation Community Circle Resource seamlessly blends biology content with the power of SEL and Restorative Practices, sparking meaningful conversations, critical thinking, and deeper student engagement. ✨ Why It Works: ✅ Stimulates thoughtful discussi

Make reviewing genetics engaging and interactive with this Biology Taboo – Genetics Edition game! With 24 vocabulary cards, students will challenge themselves to describe key genetics terms without using the most obvious "taboo" words listed on the card. This activity encourages critical thinking, communication, and collaboration, making it a perfect review for genetics units. Why You'll Love It:✔️ Encourages students to think deeply about genetic terminology ✔️ Reinforces key vocabulary i

Revolutionize Your Biology Classroom with SEL & Restorative Practices!**Includes 8 Meiosis and Genetic Variation themed circle questions!** Are you ready to engage your students like never before? This Meiosis Community Circle Resource blends biology content with the power of SEL and Restorative Practices to create a learning experience that’s collaborative, thought-provoking, and unforgettable! ✨ Why It Works:Sparks deep conversations about scientific concepts and beyond.Builds a culture of

Assemble an extremely simple device that demonstrates the behavior of light. This is a simple and quick way to get students thinking about how light behaves and how they utilize technology developed on these behaviors.

These slides are designed to introduce and simplify tectonism. Students will be able to describe geologic features formed from the different boundary interactions.

Engage your students with these easy-to-use, editable slides introducing forces! Includes a scaffolded student handout for guided note-taking. Perfect for simplifying complex concepts!

Assemble an extremely simple device that demonstrates the behavior of light. This is a simple and quick way to get students thinking about how light behaves and how they utilize technology developed on these behaviors.

Assemble an extremely simple device that demonstrates the behavior of light. This is a simple and quick way to get students thinking about how light behaves and how they utilize technology developed on these behaviors.

**Student Handout** Looking to reinforce tectonism and cycling of matter? I created and used this resource to review the process of tectonism and the cycling of matter with my physical science students.

Introduce Forces & Net Force with these simple slides.

Reinforce Earth's compositional and mechanical layers with this simple activity. It can be used as a simple sub plan1., homework, or formative assessment.