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In this lab, students model the function of the excretory system and investigate how the amount of water intake affects the kidney.

Jigsaw reading is a fun and engaging way to introduce or reinforce content, encourage cooperative learning and get students moving! Use this activity to introduce or reinforce the development of the atomic theory. Students will learn about each scientist and their contribution of the development of the atomic theory. Please use my product as a template to add or remove information as needed. Included are reading passages, a graphic organizer and instructions on how to run a Jigsaw activity. Ha

Jigaw Reading Activities are a fun and engaging way to introduce, or reinforce a topic while encouraging cooperative learning. I will usually assign a jigsaw reading activity after I have introduced the topic using a video or mini skills lab. I will then have a whole class discussion on what we have learned based on the jigsaw activity and address any misconceptions with explicit instruction. Included are the graphic organizer and instructions on how to run a Jigsaw Activity. Happy teaching!

Use this quick, simple and engaging activity to help students investigate the genetic crosses conducted by Gregor Mendel. Included are the instructions, student worksheet and conclusion questions for students to answer after the activity. Happy teaching!