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Biology cultural activity microsofts
American Museum of Natural History Scavenger Hunt
Students will explore the different halls in the Natural History Museum in NYC.
1. Dinosausars
2. Woodland Native Americans
3. North American Mammals
4. Biodiversity
5. Ocean Life
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Leaf Collection Project -Native American Knowledge of Indigenous Plants
Background: Indigenous people have been using medicine harvested from various parts of plants since time immemorial. Aspirin, for example, is made from refined salicin. Salicin is found in nature in high abundance in willow bark, a medicine Native Americans traditionally chewed or brewed into teas for aches and pains. One would be hard-pressed to find an endemic plant in the United States that did not have some medicinal or cultural value to Indigenous people.Objective: By completing this projec
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
HS-LS2-5
, HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-LS4-3
South Africa Country Study- African Animals, Biomes, Nelson Mandela + more
A 35 page mini country study unit about South Africa, including biomes, animals, food chains, anatomy, Nelson Mandela and the apartheid system. Perfect as a home school country study resource.Including:- Country information- Ready to fill in fact file template- Nelson Mandela and the apartheid information- Nelson Mandela Biography template.- Animal measurement activity- The big 5 plus other African Animal fact files- Giraffe and Elephant anatomy- Food chain on the plains- Herbivores vs carnivore
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Homeschool
Forensic Entomology Lab
Have you ever seen a fly buzzing around a leftover sandwich? Believe it or not, tiny insects like flies and beetles can be helpful clues in crime scene investigations! Forensic entomologists study insects found at a crime scene to help determine the time of death, the environment the body was in, and even if the body was moved. In today's lab, we'll become mini forensic entomologists and explore how insects can help us solve a whodunit!
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Cultural Nutrition Menu and Macromolecules Project with Rubric
Students will form an understanding of how the macromolecules are important to their diet by creating a menu from their culture or a combination of cultures within their group. This project is done as a follow up to learning the macromolecules and is intended to be used instead of a test.
Grades:
8th - 10th
Genetic Mutation Recipe Activity
Teach genetic mutations using your students' favorite recipes! In this activity students choose their favorite recipe and explain one change that they could make to the recipe to make the final product better, the same, or worse. Students then respond to discussion questions that lead them to the conclusion that genetic mutations can be helpful, harmful, or neutral to the survival of an organism.This resource is designed to be done digitally. It can be completed synchronously or asynchronously w
Grades:
7th - 10th
Noonjar seasons
In this resource you will purchase five of the Noonjar six seasons-Makuru, Djeran, Kambarang, Djilba and Bunuru
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Human Adaptations to Environments Slides
Discuss the diversity in the human race and the environmental factors that contribute to differences in human appearances globally with this lesson. These slides describe 5 specific examples of human adaptations to environments around the world, including:Skin ColorHigh ElevationsMalariaSub-Freezing TemperaturesBody Size and ShapeStructural/Physiological Adaptations vs. Behavioral Adaptations in humans is also covered.
Grades:
7th - 9th
NGSS Are there Different Races? Passing Chromosomes from Parent to Offspring
This is s four to five week unit that investigates how genes are passed from parent to offspring by reading passages (jigsaws available). Students use and develop models by mapping migration patterns to track the traits from Africa to the rest of the world. CERs where students can express their ideas as well as ask questions that can be argued in the classroom or online. If you are looking for lessons that are culturally relevant and socially relevant, this the unit for you. This unit has change
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Grades:
8th - 10th
NGSS:
HS-LS3-1
Fully Editable Pi Day Biology Project Estimating SA:V Ratio in Cells Using Pi
Looking for a fun and interactive way to teach your high school students about cellular biology and the concept of Pi? Look no further than my lesson on Estimating the Surface Area to Volume Ratio of Cells Using Pi! Through hands-on measurement and calculation, students will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of surface area to volume ratio in cellular processes and the hierarchical organization of interacting systems within multicellular organisms. Plus, with the added challenge of e
Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-LS1-2
, HS-LS1-1
All About Trees
Includes 2 tree keys you put together to take out in the field, a ppt presentation, the green challenge, puzzle pieces for online puzzle game, students will learn how to find the names of conifers by rolling them in their fingers, tree cookies information sheet, includes 60+ slides, games and crosswords. students will learn about aboriginal peoples cultures and what they use the trees for. You will learn about invasive species that invade trees and what you can do to help them survive.
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3rd - 12th, Staff, Not Grade Specific
LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS PUBLIC DOMAIN CLIP ART (OVER 210 IMAGES)
LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS PUBLIC DOMAIN CLIP ART is what its title says.
These over 200 images can be re-sized, cut-and-pasted, moved about, used for all kinds of purposes, classes, grade abilities and levels; and for years to come! You’ll love it!
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PreK - 12th
Biology Lesson for St. Patrick's Day: Evolution and Human Impact Project
Are you looking for a fun lesson for your high school Biology or Environmental Science class? Well look no further! Here is a ready to go but still fully editable Microsoft Office doc. that includes the NGSS-aligned lesson plan and grading rubric. Students will learn about the biogeography of Ireland and how its location and climate have influenced the evolution of its flora and fauna.They will understand the impact of human activity on Ireland's biodiversity, such as the introduction of invasi
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Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-LS2-7
, HS-LS4-1
Height Estimation from Bone Length
This is an activity where students use tape measures to measure their height in cm. Then measure the length of their femur, humerus, and radius and use math and STEM skills to plug those measurements into formulas that are gender specific and racially specific as well to determine which of those bones provided the best estimation of their height.
Grades:
9th - 11th, Higher Education
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NGSS:
HS-LS1-1
AFRICAN ANIMALS: Baboon - PowerPoint presentation
GREAT FOR AFRICA STUDIES! READING LESSONS! LIFE SCIENCE LESSONS! RESEARCH PAPERSA FUN, MOTIVATING WAY FOR LEARNERS OF ALL AGES TO ENGAGE!I have found that presenting students with materials that allow them to discover knowledge for themselves is more meaningful and has a lasting impression. The basic principles of independence, self-confidence, self-discipline, freedom to explore, maintaining interest, learning from and with peers, respect in all forms; comes to the fore. During the presentation
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Grades:
PreK - 10th, Adult Education
IMPALA ANTELOPE - Interactive PowerPoint presentation with video snippets
Impala - Interactive Powerpoint presentation with 3 video snippetsGREAT FOR AFRICA STUDIES! READING LESSONS! LIFE SCIENCE LESSONS! RESEARCH PAPERSA FUN, MOTIVATING WAY FOR LEARNERS TO ENGAGE!I have found that presenting learners with materials that allow them to discover knowledge for themselves is more meaningful and has a lasting impression. The basic principles of independence, self-confidence, self-discipline, freedom to explore, maintaining interest, learning from and with peers, r
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PreK - 10th, Adult Education
Etymology Worksheet
I'm seeing more and more etymology questions on my third grade students' standardized exams. Personally I think etymology is fun and interesting, especially since I took Latin in high school! It can also be great for English Learners to see familiar word cognates.
Unfortunately, there are not many etymology lessons or practice sheets available. I made this one to introduce the words carnivore, herbivore, and omnivore. These words are all based on Latin roots.
This worksheet includes 7 multiple
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
CCSS:
Nyoongar Aboriginal Six Seasons - Kambarang
This is an interactive investigation where the students are taken to a bushland setting in Perth Western Australia or have access to a bushland area on their school site. The students use the worksheet to guide their investigation about the Nyoongar season of Kambarang which occurs in October/November. There are several Nyoongar Six Season posters that can be purchased or found online. I purchased mine from SERCUL in Beckenham.
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: Noonjar seasons
AFRICAN ANIMALS: Monkeys - PowerPoint presentation
SAMPLE QUESTION
Vervet monkeys seldom drink water. Where do they get their water from?
Looking at Monkeys; an interactive slide show. Original photos and video snippets enhance the text. Can be used for independent research by the learner and as a discussion base for lessons.
GREAT FOR AFRICA STUDIES
I have found that presenting learners with materials that allow them to discover knowledge for themselves is more meaningful and has a lasting impression. The basic principles of independence,
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Grades:
PreK - 8th
Cell Transport Scenarios Card Sort
Students will analyze scenarios to predict which direction the water molecules will move in/out of a cell, as well as identify the type of cell transport being used. This is a great group activity that allows for a lot of discourse and collaboration.
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Grades:
9th - 10th
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Also included in: Cell Transport Bundle | 2 Sorts | Worksheet| 25 Qs Whiteboard Practice
Dog Breeds Lesson
A fun and interactive lesson on heredity and genes. ItIncludes lesson plan, powerpoint, and worksheet.
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Grades:
1st
NGSS:
1-LS3-1
Scientists and Science Identities
In this assignment, students learn about stereotypes in the STEM field and reflect on what a scientist means to them. Students research a scientist that they believe connects to their identity in some way and they write a summary about that scientist. This hyperdoc guides them through reflection questions, examples of scientists that reflect the identities in my classroom, instructions for research, sentence stems for their summary paragraph and my own example.
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Carrying Capacity and Moral Implications Essay with Critical Thinking
Students read an essay about the moral implications of cultural carrying capacity based off of Hardin's Tragedy of the Commons and then critically analyze what they have read.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: AP/IB Environmental Science Population Unit Bundle
Black History Slideshow
This is a group project where the whole class combines to make one slide show about Famous Scientists of Color. It includes clear directions, a model slide for the students to follow, and a list of famous scientists that they can choose from.It should only take one or two classes to complete.
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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