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This card activity will allow students to classify situations based on the characteristics of asexual vs. sexual reproduction. This activity can be done in a group setting, individually, teacher demonstration or turned into a foldable/journal activity. Print the cards in color and laminate for long term use. A worksheet with instructions is included. An extra practice worksheet (answer key is included) is also provided so that you can make sure your students are comprehending the information

This presentation (with 'fill in blank' style notes included) describes in detail the barn owl's characteristics and habitat. The process of making an owl pellet and types of prey are also included. Detailed dissection method, safety guidelines and numerous images are provided to spark your student's interest and get them excited about discovering what is inside an owl pellet! In my classroom, I showed my students this power point presentation (to introduce them to the barn owl - most of them

For Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, or AP Biology: NO PREP NEEDED!This bundle was created with High School students in mind. It could also be used for advanced Middle School students. This bundle includes: (Everything is fully editable!)Vivid PowerPoint Presentation Interactive Notes (Word and Pdf)Notes Answer KeyFull Length LabLab Answer KeyTopics Include: Homeostasis is fully explainedNegative Feedback with several examplesPositive Feedback with several examplesStudents will take notes as e

This set of 24 cards introduces 24 different types of lab equipment. Each card gives the name of the equipment, function of the equipment and a task for the student to do using the equipment. This activity can be set up as a lab practical or a rotation lab. This document is editable so if you want to change anything, you can! These cards can be used during the first week of school when you are teaching lab safety and reviewing or introducing lab equipment. Your students will love to get th

This presentation examines the properties of water. Topics include: unique properties of water, hydrogen bonding, characteristics of the water molecule, specific heat, cohesion vs. adhesion, solution, solute, solvent, acid, base and pH. This lesson was created for the high school Biology classroom but could also be used in middle school. Included with this presentation is a set of 'fill in the blank' style notes. These notes are designed to keep your students engaged throughout the lesson.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of reproducing sexually vs. asexually? This power point explains these delicate topics in a way that is engaging and not embarrassing to the student or the teacher! Eye catching images and bright colors keep your student's attention. The very last slide is a creative activity for your student's to show off their knowledge, skills and imagination. I have also created a 'fill in the blank' style set of notes that accompany the presentation. These no

What is the difference between speed, velocity and acceleration? This is a hands-on activity that can be done with a group of students, an individual student, teacher demo or turned into a foldable. Students will classify pictures and sentences based on the characteristics of speed, velocity and acceleration. A detailed answer key is included. This activity is an upper level thinking activity that will encourage your students to argue for their answers and reasoning.

This presentation examines the 4 types of carbon based molecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. Topics include: Carbohydrates: sugars, starches, disaccharides, polysaccharides, glycogen and cellulose. Lipids: fats, oils, cholesterol, fatty acids, triglyceride, saturated and unsaturated fats, phospholipids Proteins: amino acids, polypeptides Nucleic Acids: nucleotides, DNA, RNA This presentation was designed for Biology as an introduction to carbon based molecules.

This 46 slide presentation examines the general characteristics of an ecosystem: producers, consumers, herbivore, carnivore, omnivore, decomposers, food chains, food webs, energy pyramids, etc... This presentation also includes eye catching images designed to grab your student's attention. Also included with this presentation is a set of 'fill in the blank' style notes that will keep your students engaged as you go through the lesson. The answer to the 'blanks' are found on each slide of th

This 47 slide power point is a detailed introduction to Genetics and Gregor Mendel's work. Students will be introduced to heredity, chromosomes and genes. Engaging animations and eye catching photos will keep their attention. Extra animations are included at the end of the power point if you would like to use more! There is a set of "fill in the blank" style set of notes and a vocabulary reinforcement worksheet that accompany this presentation. The notes will keep your students engaged whi

This 21 slide power point examines the basic carbon cycle. Vivid animations and illustrations are included to grab your student's attention and spark class discussions. The carbon cycle is explained in a way that is easy for students to understand. The last two slides of the power point give the student's an opportunity to come up to the smart board and label/describe what is going on the picture/illustration as it pertains to the carbon cycle. Also included with the presentation is a set o

This is a hands-on, manipulative activity that will help your students understand the difference between balanced and unbalanced forces. Print them in color and laminate for long term use. Put the cards under the document camera or pull the file up onto the smart board for a class discussion or a teacher demo. Students can also work in pairs to calculate the net force of the object. I have also included a detailed answer key.

Help your students understand and memorize cell organelle functions with a vocabulary matching game. Students will match the organelle name with the organelle function and a similar object to help spark understanding. This is a basic activity that will serve as an introduction to cells or a simple review. Two possible methods for this activity: (1) Put your students in groups each with a set of cards. When all of the groups are done, match the cards under your document camera to check for

Students will classify 4 categories of carbon based molecules: carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and proteins. Students will receive 24 word cards (definitions, descriptions, simple or complex clues) and 30 picture cards. An answer key is included that you can project up on your board for easy class answer checking, correction and class discussion. This is a great hands on activity to reinforce the types of carbon based molecules. You could also turn this activity into a foldable for you

Water cycle power point examines each aspect of the water cycle. Animations and illustrations are included in EVERY slide! 30 slides in all...

Dissecting a fish is a great way to teach your students about body systems! Students can explore the respiratory system by examining the structure and function of gills. This complete dissection guide (45 slides!!) will lead your students through the step-by-step process of dissecting a fish AND teach them about the structure and function of each fish organ. Three options: (1) Display this presentation on your board and lead your students step-by-step. (2) Give your students this dissection

This activity is for 7th grade science and could be used for 8th grade review. This activity utilizes 16 different cards (8 chemical compounds and 8 real life pictures taken by me). Students are to catagorize the cards according to "organic" or "non-organic" based on the concept of CHONPS. Most organic molecules would be considered "living" at one time and would contain carbon for sure, and then most likely Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Sulfur. I realize not ALLLL living things

This 20 slide presentation examines the basic relationship between forces in a way that is easy for students to understand. Topics include net force, unbalanced force and balanced forces. This presentation was designed for the middle school classroom. Within this presentation is a built in class discussion. Vivid animations are included to capture your students attention and to spark a greater understanding about each type of force.

This 23 slide powerpoint discusses the nature of sound and how sound waves travel through various media. Eye catching animations are used throughout. This presentation was originally made to introduce the characteristics of sound to a middle school classroom, however it could be used as a review in the high school classroom. Included with the presentation is a set of 'fill in the blank' style notes that will keep students engaged throughout the presentation. Answers for the 'blanks' are fou

The Nitrogen Cycle is explained and details are given for each aspect of the cycle. Eye catching animations and illustrations are included.