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Free biology laboratories for homeschool
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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NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
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
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
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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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
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
Chicken Wing Dissection- Types of Muscles, Tendons, Ligaments
Chicken Wing Dissection
-Great lab to show the proper way to dissect!
-Reviews muscles, tendons, ligaments, fats, skin.
-Student directions
-Student observations and evaluations
-Diagrams
-Observation Table
Teacher
-Answer key
-Scoring Rubric
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6th - 10th
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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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Cell Organelle Analogy Project
This cell organelle project is an excellent way to review cell structure and function. The various parts of a cell or structures are presented to the student and they have the opportunity to create a booklet or poster representing the function of the cell organelles using analogies. The cell organelle activity can be differentiated for students by choosing different ways to present the material. Activity includes the student handout/instructions as well as a rubric for grading. Please check
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6th - 12th
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EcoColumn Student Instructions with Pictures
Use these directions to help students build EcoColumns. Instruction videos can be found here: http://bit.ly/2s4W1o0More ecocolumn resources including notes, teacher's guide and assessment can be purchased here. You can edit this document for your own students with the materials and equipment that you have.Thank you!
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: EcoColumns Bundle
Parts of a Seed
In this edit-able printout, students will label the parts and purposes of a seed. Word banks can be removed if desired. This printout is designed to accompany a seed dissection. Soak lima beans (from the grocery store works fine) for a few hours to soften the seed. The students can then loosen the seed coat with a pinch of their fingers, separate the two halves of the seed and gently remove the embryo from the seed.
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1st - 3rd
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Anatomical Terminology Practice - Gummy Bear Anatomy (Print and Digital) - FREE
This Gummy Bear Anatomy activity is a fun way for your Human Anatomy students to practice body planes, regional terms, and directional terms! Grab some gummy bears, scalpels, and colored pencils and your A&P students are ready to apply what they've learned about anatomical terminology. You might also like:FREE Review of Chemistry and Biology for Advanced Science Electives Intro to A&P PowerPoint & Notes (print & digital)Intro to A&P Supplements for Instruction and Assessment
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11th - 12th
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Frog Dissection Student Packet
EASY to follow packet for students to follow during frog dissection if you want them to work independently or even lead them through it as a class. The packet gives student directions and prompts them to answer questions about what they are doing and observing while dissecting. There are diagrams throughout the packet for visual learners.
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7th - 12th
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Bird Beak Adaptation Lab -- Middle School
This Bird Beak Adaptation Lab is geared for middle school students. They will learn how organisms adapt to best suit their environment. Beaks are a great example of this. Certain beaks are better at gathering certain foods. That is what this lab shows.I use these materials with my 7th grade middle school science class but they can be modified easily to suit any grade level."Follow me" on my journey to create the best materials for my classroom and TpTIncluded--Teacher Guide on setting up and run
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3rd - 12th
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Cell Transport- Diffusion Lab
Have your students see diffusion in action with this spin on the traditional cornstarch and iodine demo. Complete with predictions and analysis. Materials required: cornstarch, iodine, beaker, dialysis tubing or baggies.
Other resources you may be interested in:
1. Cell Transport PowerPoint Presentation- student fill in version included; completely editable; 42 slides
2. Passive Transport Coloring-students color and label the different types of passive transport and answer questions.
3. Cell E
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8th - 12th
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Population Growth Free Activity
This is a high school resource where students will roll a die to determine how their population of white tail deer will fluctuate each year. Following 20 years (turns), students will graph their data and discuss carrying capacity and influencing factors. Enjoy teaching again!CrazyScienceLady
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8th - 12th
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Make your Own Edible DNA
This is a project that introduces students to DNA. They will learn the function of DNA and its structure. After reading the passage, students will create their own model of DNA using candy. After they have completed the project, they will then complete a worksheet.
Download includes DNA reading, project directions, worksheet, and answer key.
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6th - 12th
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An EGG-Cellent Experiment for Investigating Osmosis and Tonicity
When analyzing our student's End of Course assessment scores one year, we saw that the students missed more tonicity questions than any other type. We vowed to make more activities the next year for helping them understand this somewhat tougher concept. This activity is one of them.Using the egg to investigate osmosis is one of my all time favorite lab activities. I remember it even from high school, so it must have taught me something. I designed this lab activity handout so that my students
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Cell Transport Bundle of Activities and Assessments with Differentiation
Inheritance Patterns in the Kolo Genetics Activity - FREE RESOURCE
In this genetics activity, students will discover the variety of offspring that can come from one set of heterozygous Kolo parents. Kolos are cute little creatures that are rumored to live behind Rainbow Falls on the Big Island of Hawaii. In fact, Kolo means “to creep or crawl” in Hawaiian. All Kolos are very happy, but they have a few characteristics that vary from one Kolo to the next. Students will simulate inheritance principles as they determine the traits of their own unique Kolo, and then
Grades:
6th - 10th
NGSS:
HS-LS3-3
Leaf Chromatography Lab
Looking for an engaging photosynthesis lab? Many students struggle with the abstract concepts of photosynthesis and cellular respiration. This easy and inexpensive lab allows them to observe pigments involved in the photosynthetic process.IncludesTeacher lab instructions and materials listStudent lab instructions Reading assignment link and true/false comprehension quizTeacher answer keysTeaching a unit on photosynthesis? You may be interested in the following resources:ATP, Respiration, and Pho
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Grades:
8th - 10th
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NGSS:
HS-LS1-5
Also included in: High School Biology Lab Experiments - Biology Lab Activity Bundle
Paper Protein Folding
**Did you try this in your class? How did it go? **
This is a hands-on protein synthesis activity that you may use to introduce students to the idea of amino acids forming proteins, primary structures, secondary structures, and tertiary structures.
This activity helps develop awareness of the causes for protein shapes including the alpha helix and beta pleated sheets structures.
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9th - 12th
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Muscle Fatigue Lab
****PRINT VERSION AVAILABLE IN LINK****In this activity, students perform an exercise of their choice for 30-second intervals and analyze their muscle fatigue throughout the intervals. Students graph data and answer analysis questions upon the completion of the lab.============================================================================Keywords: anatomy, muscle, fatigue, biology, science, graphs, ATP, respiration, fermentation, lactic acid====================================================
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7th - 10th
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