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Free biology laboratories
Beaks Lab Natural Selection Activity
In this fun natural selection activity students will simulate Darwin's finches and see how survival of the fittest can lead to evolution. This lab is available for free many places online, I just took bits and pieces of what worked for me and compiled it into a new format. In this lab, students will simulate birds needing to collect food. Each bird has a different beak (tweezers, clothespin, etc) and collects different food types (macaroni, beans, etc.) This lab has been left editable so you can
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Evolution Bundle
Respiratory System - PowerPoint, Notes and Lab
O2 is A-OK in our book... at least that's what you'll learn during our respiratory system presentation, notes and lab. WHAT'S INCLUDED in this 1-2 DAY LESSON:• EDITABLE Animated PowerPoint with daily objective, bellwork, student notes and lab instructions• NON-EDITABLE PDF notes pages and lab pages• DIGITAL GOOGLE CLASSROOM links to all items listed above which can be easily converted to Microsoft School with directions provided or altered to fit your school’s personal learning management syste
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5th - 10th
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MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
Barf Bag Lab: Yeast Fermentation Experiment - Cellular Respiration Lab
Your students will be talking about this fermentation lab for years to come! Not really "barf", but the mixture of cereal, yeast, and water sure looks like it when the sandwich bag bursts open! This quick and easy lesson is perfect for life science or biology students learning about cellular respiration or fermentation.Please Note: This lab is also part of my Full-Year Biology Curriculum and the Biology Unit 4: Cellular Energy!This inquiry lab involves very little preparation. Because the ferme
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7th - 10th
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HS-LS1-7
Also included in: High School Biology Lab Experiments - Biology Lab Activity Bundle
Macromolecule Lab Investigation: A Murder Mystery
This free product is an investigative activity to help students understand the presence of macromolecules in different foods that we eat. Students will solve a murder mystery using their knowledge of macromolecules, analyzing the presence of macromolecules in different meals and will then test for the presence of these macromolecules in the evidence sample from the scene of the crime. Students will use this information to determine the murderer and answer analysis questions. How can I use thi
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9th - 12th
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Genetics: Observing Human Traits Lab {Free}
This is a 2-page quick lab activity for recording observable dominant and recessive traits. Students will first determine and record their phenotypes for 16 different traits. Then they will record and determine the frequency of dominant and recessive traits of their classmates for 9 of the traits. Designed for standard level biology. Differentiated introduction included.
We usually go through the personal traits inventory as a class before the students walk around the room and interview th
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6th - 10th
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Scientific Method Lab | Water Drops on Penny | Science Notebook | Middle School
The classic water drops on a penny lab has never been more clear, cut and dry than this! Save paper by going digital or print: the choice is yours! Students will identify and label parts of the scientific method on which type of water will hold more drops on a penny: soapy or plain. Students will collect and record data, complete a bar graph, and a five part conclusion. This product is part of my SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION COMPLETE CURRICULUM.Want to try this activity digitally?! Try it for free h
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Scientific Method Notebook | Science Digital Bundle | Middle School
CSI: Critter Scene Investigation An Owl Pellet Dissection Activity
This activity is used to create interest and engage students with owl pellet dissection. The students are presented with a memo from an investigator who has enlisted them (the forensic scientists) to help determine what the mystery evidence (owl pellet) is and how they can use it to pinpoint the criminal (the owl). There is also a reading passage requiring students to highlight text evidence that will be used in the case against the owl. Great opportunities to discuss food chains, predator/prey,
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3rd - 8th
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Microscope Introduction, e-Lab - Distance Learning
Do your students struggle with the proper use of microscopes? Our introductory lab on microscope usage and slide preparation will have your student viewing specimen like an old pro. WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS LESSON:Data CollectionData AnalysisResults and ConclusionsSTUDENTS WILL:Learn the parts of a compound light microscope, how to use the different objective lenses and what not to do with a microscopePractice what they learn when they view a newspaper “e” under low, medium, and high powerDraw wh
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4th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
SNAPs Lab Stations Guide
About this Product• The guide provides an overview of SNAPs Labs • The guide details best practices important to executing SNAPs Labs• The download includes editable and digital documents important to all SNAPs Labs• The guide includes suggestions to help troubleshoot common difficulties and issuesImportant Notes:• Download a FREE SNAPs Lab Stations Activity to learn more about my labs• Save $$ with the NGSS Science Lab Stations Bundle ($500 for 200+ labs)The goals of the setup guide include: •
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3rd - 10th
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Also included in: Physical Science Lab Stations Bundle | Printable, Digital & Editable
Plate Tectonics Earthquake and Volcano Plot Lab
This Lab is a simpler version of the Earthquake and Volcano Plot Lab. Students use the coordinates given to plot earthquakes and volcanoes along the crustal plates. This allows them to identify and form conclusions about the movement of the crustal plates. This lab is perfect for an Earth Science or General Science Unit on Plate Tectonics.
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7th - 10th
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Biological Macromolecules Activity - Macromolecules in my Food?!
This document reviews the properties of the four biological macromolecules and provides students with a chance to observe which types of foods contain each macromolecule. Perfect for a real life application to your biochemistry unit!
Students will need to bring in a food label (or several!) and add it to the class collection. They will then choose three food labels from the collection to analyze and reflect upon, helping them to gain a better understanding of how the biological macromolecules m
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7th - 10th
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Food Webs and Food Chains Worksheets | Cut and Paste | with Answer Keys
Looking for food chain hands on activities ? Check these worksheet on food chains and food webs The first part students will be asked to arrange the pictures in a linear sequence to show the flow of energy from one organism to the next.In the second part "food webs activities", students will be asked to arrange the pictures in a more complex pattern that shows the interconnected relationships between different organisms in an ecosystem.4 biomes included:ForestDesertOceanArcticYou may also like:F
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2nd - 5th
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Free DNA Extraction Cheek Cells or Strawberries (Minilab or Fun Activity)
Free DNA Extraction Cheek Cells or Strawberries is a fun activity to do and it only takes about 15 minutes! You can do it on a half day, as a fun "freebie" lab, or as a demonstration. Procedure is short and there are NO analysis questions with this mini lab. Gives students a chance to do something fun and interesting. Comes with teacher notes with directions and tips.
You may also be interested in the following DNA resources
✿DNA PowerPoint Presentation(All you'll ever need to know about DNA
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6th - 10th
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Island Biogeography Theory 5E
Use this complete 5E to teach students about the difficult concept of Island Biogeography theory and how it relates to habitat fragmentation, biodiversity, wildlife corridors and their own community.Uses inexpensive materials: poster paper, funnel and beans in the "Explore" section.This 5E includes a teacher's guide, sample answers, and a template for drawing islands on poster paper. It also includes an article for the "Explain" section of the 5E.Student tested 5E. Revised and edited.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP Environmental Science Unit 2 Bundle
Microscope Drawings handout
Use this blank handout as a way for students to record microscope drawings. Aside from the drawig itself, studnts are prompted to title the drawing, include the magnification of the microscope, and give a quick description of what they are viewing.
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Microscope
Drawings
Lab
Biology
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6th - 12th
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Biology - Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells Worksheets
Set of 3 worksheets, inc:1. Structure and function of prokaryotic cells2. Structure and function of eukaryotic cells3. Comparing animal vs. plant cells*ANSWERS INCLUDED*
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8th - 12th
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Science Lab Safety Contract MIDDLE SCHOOL and HIGH SCHOOL
This is the lab safety contract I created for my middle school students, but it could be used for high school students as well. Personalize the top with the name of your school. I have labs, activities, and many other science and literature study items on my TpT page!
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6th - 12th
Label the Microscope
Worksheet identifying the parts of the compound light microscope.
Answer key:
1. Body tube
2. Revolving nosepiece
3. Low power objective
4. Medium power objective
5. High power objective
6. Stage clips
7. Diaphragm
8. Light source
9. Eyepiece
10. Arm
11. Stage
12. Coarse adjustment knob
13. Fine adjustment knob
14. Base
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4th - 9th
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Cardiovascular System Circulatory System Heart Disease Lab
This Estimating the Risk of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) Lab is part of my Cardiovascular - Circulatory System unit that covering the heart and cardiovascular system of the human body. This lab is very flexible as it will work for any level student from English Learner - EL - to more advanced students. This product includes instructor guidelines, a complete lab, and answer key. It will take the student through 5 case studies using various risk factors to come up with a total risk factor score
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Anatomy and Physiology Labs ~ Full Year Bundle
FREE Osmosis Diffusion Lab - Effect of Concentration on the Rate of Diffusion
No unit on cell structure and function is complete without comprehensive lessons on cellular transport. Students need a solid understanding of osmosis, diffusion, concentration gradients, solute concentrations, hypertonic and hypotonic solutions, active and passive transport, etc. This classic lab explores how the solute concentration gradient affects the rate of diffusion and osmosis. Students will quantitatively determine the rate of diffusion, graph the data, and use the graph to predict t
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8th - 12th
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FREE Enzyme Catalase Lab Activity
FREE Biology lab on enzymes. The title is "Catalase: An Enzyme Common to Both Plants and Animals." Students will compare and contrast the action of enzymes to that of catalysts.Catalase is an enzyme that is commonly found in plant and animal tissues. The function of the enzyme catalase is to break down the chemical hydrogen peroxide inside living cells. Because it is toxic, or poisonous, hydrogen peroxide would soon kill the cell if it were not removed or broken down immediately. In this l
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Biochemistry and Macromolecules Unit Bundle
Science - Bird Beaks Adaptations Lab
This is an engaging lab to get students thinking about adaptations and specialized structures. This lab works best in groups of 3-4 students so that each student in the group has a different beak to work with. The accompanying PowerPoint goes through the directions. Read beforehand so you get a feel for how the lab is to go and then read together as a class.
Materials for each group:
Plastic spoon
Binder clip
Clothespin
Tweezers
Handful of rubber bands
Handful of toothpicks
Handful of glass
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3rd - 6th
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FREE DNA Extraction Lab
Biology Lab: Simple DNA Extraction from Wheat Germ This is one of my favorite labs/activities that I do with my Biology I students. It doesn't take long to do, it uses very simple household materials, and it works every time! There is no number crunching or data analysis, but just a fun activity that your students will really enjoy.Materials Needed: Wheat germ, 50 mL beaker, warm water, Dawn dishwashing detergent, ethyl alcohol, glass stirring rod, dropper, balance and graduated cylinder.You
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: DNA, RNA, Protein Synthesis Bundle
FREE Stomach Model Digestion Lab
Let students explore the stomach - by creating stomach and using it to digest actual food!
Also available as a part of the Digestive System Teacher Pack!
During this printable, reproducible lab, students create a simulated stomach and use it to mechanically and chemically digest food. They then analyze the process.
The Stomach Model Lab can be used to introduce the stomach or mechanical and chemical digestion, as well as provide students a chance to continue learning after the concepts have b
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6th - 10th
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