Biology

[|HIppoCampus Biology] (Weblink) Animated graphics and videos explain many concepts of biology.

[|McGraw Hill Biology Essential Study Partner] (Weblink) Contains labelled graphics to go with an entire biology course.

[|Lab Equipment and Procedures] (Flipchart) This activity involves a lab practical, group discussion questions, written questions and an Activboard activity.

[|Introduction to Microscopes] (Flipchart) This flipchart teaches uses of, history, parts, preparing wet mounts, and different types of microscopes.

[|How to use a Microscope] (Weblink) Learn the parts of a microscope and practice labelling one by dragging the name to the part it identifies.

Scientific Method (﻿ Weblinks and Flipcharts )
[|Characteristics of Living Things] (Flipchart This flipchart explains the characteristics of living things. There are categorization activities and assessment questions.

Classification of Living Things (﻿ Weblinks and Flipcharts )
[|Phylogeny: Domains and Kingdoms] (Flipchart) A unit on phylogeny and how the three domains of Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya arose. The unit lends itself to the advancements in recognizing biodiversity and understanding cladograms, and phylogenetic trees. Assessment is included.

[|Why Are Microbes Important?] (Flipchart) This is an introductory overview of the different functions microbes perform in our world and our lives.

Viruses (﻿ Weblinks and Flipcharts )
[|Life under the Microscope] (Flipchart) Using hidden short videos of single celled organisms and containers, the student will test his/her knowledge of Monarea and Protists. Click on each color strip on the second page to see an organism as seen under a microscope.

[|Fungi] (Flipchart) This flipchart is content based and interactive. It covers the body of fungi, how fungi obtain energy, reproduction, and classification of fungi.

[|Fungi] (Weblink) Learn about the common characteristic of fungi in this animation.

[|Plants and Their Structures] (Flipchart) Discusses basic structures of plants and pollination.

Transpiration in Plants (﻿ Weblinks and Flipcharts )
[|Exploring Plant Responses] (Weblink) In this interactive lab, you will test for plant reactions to light, gravity, and touch.

[|Invertebrates] (Flipchart) An introductory unit to the invertebrates. Traits are described to divide the animals into groups and examples for each phylum are discussed. Page notes are included.

[|Invertebrates] (Flipchart) This lesson is designed be used over several days or weeks to cover the entire Invertebrate unit. Page notes are included as well as videos, hidden content and ActivExpression questions.

[|Classifying Arthropods] (Weblink) In this investigation you will compare and contrast characteristics among the five classes of arthropods.

[|Invertebrate Quiz] (Flipchart) Here are 10 Activote questions to test students on invertebrates. Some questions cover parasites.

[|Insects and Crime Scene Analysis] (Weblink) This virtual lab explores the role of insects in a crime scene. Not a direct link. Scroll down to "Insects and Crime." There is a cadaver in this lab, so not appropriate for the younger students. keywords - Grades 9 - 12

[|Worms] (Flipchart) The three major worm phyla are discussed. Many pictures and enriching information make this flipchart fun and interesting.

[|Worm Dissection] (Weblink) Label the parts of an earthworm and learn more about earthworms.

[|Fishes, Amphibians, and Reptiles] (Flipchart) This unit is designed to cover the first vertebrates; Fishes, Amphibians, and reptiles. It includes Video, ActivExpression Quizes and Hidden Content.

[|ARKive: 24 Hour Survival] (Weblink) See hundreds of photos of many different species. Use the drop down menu at the top top explore by speies. Also games: See if you can keep the sand lizard alive through its typical day. He's counting on you! Great for use with Activotes!

[|Fish (and Amphibian) Review] (Flipchart) This flipchart contains an Activote review of the three classes of fish.

[|North American Mammals] (Weblink) Created by the Smithsonian Institution, North American Mammals is a comprehensive resource covering all the native mammals of North America. The website has extensive search capabilities, uses an interactive family tree to show evolutionary relationships, contains audio and QTVR, and uses an interactive mapping interface that enables geographic searches, and customized field guides.

[|Classification of Mammals] (Weblink) In this investigation, learn to classify mammals by their skulls.

[|Digestive Systems] (Flipchart) Information on 4 animal digestive systems, review, and quiz questions.

[|Animal Nutrition and Digestion] (Flipchart) A unit on animal nutrition and mammalian digestion. Integration and interaction is included. A thorough tracking through the digestive system and the enzymes involved. Structure to function is a recurring theme.

[|Animal Form and Function] (Flipchart) An overview unit on the basic principles of form and function. With students understanding the four types of tissues, the importance of homeostasis with examples and the negative and positive feedback systems.

[|MEDMYST: Original and ReloadedL] (Weblink) a problem-based learning adventure game that engages the player in the role of scientist, historian, and detective. At the beginning of each web adventure, the student is presented with a problem that must be solved. During the missions, students conduct field and laboratory investigations with the aid of the MedMyst characters. Each mission can be played within one class period (approximately 30 to 45 minutes) and the knowledge gained from each mission will help students understand how infectious diseases are spread.


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