In this virus and bacteria learning exercise, students will review 7 terms associated with bacteria and viruses by completing a crossword puzzle. Then students will place 9 vocabulary words in a table as either a bacteria or virus...

In this bacteria worksheet, students compare archaebacteria and eubacteria and describe factors that identify prokaryotes. This worksheet has 4 matching and 6 short answer questions.

In this paramecium worksheet, students sharpen their science skills as they color the parts of a paramecium according to the instructions and then respond to 15 analysis questions.

Young scholars explore the concept of health costs. In this health costs lesson, students read an article discussing how female bosses are less likely to cut health benefits. Young scholars discuss why companies are eliminating health...

Students study Norman Borlaug. In this reading and math lesson plan, students research Norman Borlaug's work and write a narrative interview with Borlaug. Students complete a variety of activities using wheat stalks.

In this tense worksheet, students read the sentences or phrases and choose which tense they are written in. Students complete 10 problems total.

In this chromosomes worksheet, students complete a crossword puzzle with 33 questions about genetic mutation in chromosomes. They identify traits associated with certain genes.

Students see how patterns can reveal events of the past, thereby merging elements of both experimental and historical science.

Seventh graders discuss traits, traits that are inherited and how genes and chromosomes carry the code for traits. They research genetic disorders and their link to chromosome abnormalites and write a report on their findings. which...

Young scholars examine Punnett squares charts and analyze how they are used for successful breeding and predictions of certain traits. They complete interactive Punnett square charts, quizzes, problems, and concentration games.

Students will be able to identify the different stages of the eukaryotic cell cycle as well as the different stages of mitosis in the proper order. Students will also be able to recognize what organelles of the cell are integral to...

Sixth graders will simulate the spread of a virus such as HIV through a population by "sharing" (but not drinking) the water in a plastic cup with several classmates. Although invisible, the water in a few of the cups will already be...

Students in pairs, select and view proteins from the Protein Data Bank. After downloading the tutorial and instructions, they identify the protein's structures and primary biological functions. Then, students present their findings to...

In this chemicals worksheet, students fill in 61 blanks of statements comparing the chemicals used in farming and the chemicals found in medicines and food.

In this proteins worksheet, students review how amino acids are sequenced to determine types of proteins. Students also review how proteins are used by the body. This worksheet has 2 drawing and 24 fill in the blank statements.

In this nutrient worksheet, students compare the chemicals that make up living things: vitamins and minerals, lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. This worksheet has 2 drawings and 32 fill in the blank statements.

In this evolution worksheet, learners review genetic variability, gene mutations, biodiversity and adaptations. This worksheet has 22 fill in the blank and 10 short answer questions.

In this development worksheet, students compare the characteristics of mitosis and meiosis. Students review the male and female reproductive organs and their functions. This worksheet has 4 graphic organizer, 6 short answer, and 16 fill...

In this project, you'll learn how to isolate DNA from onion cells, separating it from other cellular components in a manner that still preserves its structure and sequence. In the end, you'll have enough DNA to see with the unaided eye,...

How is DNA evidence analyzed? What makes DNA evidence unique? This comprehensive interactive tutorial explores how old or degraded samples can be analyzed for DNA as well as how DNA profiles are stored.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] DNA is located in the nucleus. Proteins are made on ribosomes in the cytoplasm. Remember that information in a gene is converted into mRNA, which carries the...

An experiment where students remove DNA from strawberries using everyday materials.

When biologists want to separate different pieces of DNA, RNA, or proteins they use a technique called gel electrophoresis. In this science project you'll build a gel electrophoresis chamber and use it to discover how many components are...

Enter the DNA factory to simulate the process of DNA replication. After each step of the progression, take a quick quiz before moving on.