Unit 1 Scientific Theory:
September 10Intro: Introduction to the characteristics of life(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juxLuo-sH6M).
Classwork: The class will be given a blank copy of the notes, "The Nature of Science". We will go over
the notes via powerpoint presentation (The nature of Science).
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September 11:
Classwork: Class will begin with a Life Science pre-assessment. We will finish the "Nature of Science"
notes. The students will then grab a textbook and a copy of the Unit 1 Vocabulary sheet. The students will
work through Unit 1 finding all the terms to complete the sheet.
Homework: Students will complete the vocabulary for homework if they do not finish in class. We will
go over this during the following bell.
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September 14:
Classwork: The students will view a 20 minute video (Nature of Sciencehttps://vimeo.com/14821492 ). Students will complete a quick quiz that will test their knowledge.
Students will then be given the website information and overview. Students will be learn how to access
and navigate the website. Students will then be given a blog topic to answer.
Homework: Blog must be completed by the next bell if it is not finished in class.
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September 15:
Classwork: Class will begin with a discussion about the blog topic. We will then discuss the Scientific
Method. We will go through the 1st 4 steps of the Scientific Method while the students take notes.
Students will also be given pictures that they are to cut out and adhere to their notes.
Homework: Student who have not completed their unit 1 blog must do so. If you did not have time in
class to add pictures to your notes, please finish tonight. You may also attach your note sheet in your
binder/notebooks.
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September 16:
Classwork: Class will begin with a quick viewing of youtube video ( https://youtu.be/2Gss3irDZUA).
The video is titled: 4 things we learned before the scientific method. The class will then finish the notes on
the scientific method. With the completion of the notes, the core class will work on a variables worksheet.
They will be given a prompt and then have the task of finding the independent variable, dependent
variable, constants, control and finally the hypothesis. Honors will be given a similar activity but it is
unavailable for download.
Homework: students will finish worksheets by next bell
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September 17:
Classwork: Today we will learn about the metric system. Students will view and answer questions as we
go through a powerpoint on length, volume and mass. Students will then work on two worksheets:
Scientific Measurement- Measurement in the Metric System.
Homework: students will finish worksheets by next bell and turn in for a grade. Quiz next bell on Unit 1
vocabulary and the metric system.
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September 18:
Classwork: I will collect the homework from yesterday (Scientific Measurement-Measurement in the
Metric System). We will briefly go over the scientific method and a few vocabulary words to pre-quiz the
class. The students will then take the Unit 1-Scientific inquiry and Measurement quiz. Once all students
are finish, we will spend the remainder of class viewing: Mentos and Diet Coke (Scientific Method
experiment). See links for video
Homework: None
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September 21-22 Graphing
Classwork: I will give the students a study sheet to get them familiar with the xy axis. We will then work
on together as a class, the Graph Practice 2015 worksheet. This activity will let the students differentiate
between line and bar graphs. The students will then have independent practice with the Analyzing Data
and Graphing worksheet. This will take the remainder of the bell and a majority of the following bell.
Students who complete early, will receive the Graphing Activities Homework sheet to work on early.
Homework: The following needs to be turned in by Wednesday, September 23: Analyzing Data and
Graphing worksheet and Graphing Activities Homework.
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September 23- Independent and Dependent Variables
Classwork: Class will begin with a viewing on a quick video on Independent/dependent variables
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJTqGRQeT8&list=PLCSrLKPlZzTaYYPk7PUowfeI57So3fQSj&index=3 ) . The video is 10 minutes long and
gives a couple of examples that we will go over as a class. *Note: Here is a 3 minute video that is quick and
to the point
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aeH1FzqdQZ0&list=PLCSrLKPlZzTaYYPk7PUowfeI57So3fQSj&ind
ex=4 ) . Once the video example has been viewed, we will work on the following worksheets individually.
The worksheets are: Experimental Design Worksheet and Identifying the IV and DV. Students may seek
help from their seat partners.
Homework: Worksheets are to be finished for homework if not finished in class.
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September 24- Unit 1 Review
Classwork: The class will begin with a game of jeopardy. The students will all receive a game board that
they will write their answers in. Answers will be given after each question. The students will be given a
classwork grade for their participation in the game. The students will then be given a Unit 1 study
guide. They will work on this for the remainder of class. Answers will be posted on the class website under
the tab "classwork"
Homework: Complete unit 1 study guide.
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September 25- Unit 1 TEST
Classwork: Students will take the Unit 1 test today. They will use the zipgrade scantron sheets to take
the test. Students will use the remainder of the bell to finish and turn in any missing work from Unit 1
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September 28: Using their textbooks, the students will investigate the unit and find all key vocabulary
terms.
Homework: Students will make notecards for no less than half of the terms. All terms are to be
completed by Wednesday
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September 29: Cell Theory
Introduction: Youtube video on Cell Theory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dscY_2QQbKU .
Classwork: Students will be given a copy of the Cell Theory note template which they will fill in as I go
through the power point.
Homework: Finish second half of notecards. All should be completed by Wednesday.
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September 30: Cell Theory continued
Introduction: Student will present completed vocabulary notecards for a homework grade.
Classwork: Students will be given a large white sheet of paper and the directions for today's activity: Cell
Theory poster. The task is for the students to make a timeline for the lineage of the Cell Theory. Poster due
on Thursday.
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October 1: Cell Theory Webquest
Introduction: Students will turn in their Cell Theory posters for a grade. I will introduce today's lesson
Classwork: The class will go to a computer lab. The students will be directed to this website to complete
the assignment. Students who want a hard copy of the assignment will be given one, however most will be
encouraged to turn this in to me electronically. Please bring your flash drive to class if you prefer.
Students will complete the assignment individually and turn in to me at the end of the bell.
Homework: Cell Theory quiz tomorrow (sorry I pushed it back a day, but I figured an extra day would
help everyone)
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October 2: Cell Theory review/quiz
Intro: Students will turn in their Cell Theory webquests if they have not done so already.
Classwork: The class will start with the Cell Theory Webquest Recap. We will go over each slide an pry
from memory. Students will then be given the Cell Theory timeline notecards. They will then pair up and
quiz each other. Students will then be given the remainder of time to take the Unit 2 Cell Theory quiz.
Homework: None
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October 5: Plants v. Animal cells
Intro: Students will be given the Plants v Animals Cell note template.
Classwork: The students will be introduced to Plant cells versus Animal cells via powerpoint. Students
will fill in their Plants v. Animals note sheet as I go through the power point. The latter part of the
powerpoint is differentiating between the two types of cells. They will try to guess which one is which.
Students will also sketch each cell trying to be as accurate as possible. With the completion of the notes,
the students will individually work on the Cell comparison worksheet. They will view a series of cells on
the screen and (a) roughly sketch each (b) differ between the two types of cells and (c) explain which
feature of the cells helped them come to that conclusion.
Homework: Finish worksheet. Cell comparison examples can be downloaded via website (under the
class work tab)
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October 6: Cells and Organelles
Intro: Students will be given the Cells and Organelles notes. The students will be introduced to many of
their Unit 2 vocabulary words in today's power point.
Classwork: The students will also be given the Cells and Organelles "function cards", which they will cut
out. I will then go through the power point and the students will glue in the "function" to the appropriate
vocabulary word. Students will then be given the "memory item" cards which they will now cut out and
glue to the term that fits.
Homework: Make sure the Cells and Organelles worksheet is completed by next bell
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October 7: Diagram of Cells and their Organelles
Intro: I will check yesterday's homework at the beginning of class.
Classwork: Today the class will draw, diagram and label a plant and animal cell. The students will give a
brief description of each part that helps them understand the organelle better (ex: Vacuole : stores water
or Camel) Students will be given the following: a worksheet that has a diagram of both plant and animal
cells. This is unlabeled. Student will also receive two neon colored sheets that they will draw on. They also
will be given a cell diagram worksheet that has all of the organelles labeled and pictured.
Homework: Students are to have both plant and animal cells neatly drawn, colored and labeled by
Friday.
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October 8: Plant and Animal Cell foldable
Intro: we will quickly review the parts of the cell as the students are prepping their mise en place.
Classwork: This lesson is a follow up step to yesterday's lesson. The students will be given the Plant and
Animal cell foldable template and a copy of the directions for the activity. The students will work
individually to complete their foldable. They may seek the assistance of their neighbor or myself. I will be
working on an example as well to model for the students. We will work throughout the bell.
Homework: Animal and Cell diagrams from Tuesday will be due next bell (10/9). Today's foldable will
be due on 10/12.
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October 9: Plant and Animal Cell foldable and Unit 2 Blog
Classwork: students will work till finishing their Plant and Animal cell foldable. Student will have
another student check their rubric. Students will then work on the Unit 2 blog.
Homework: Complete Unit 2 blog
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October 12: Cell Theory cube and Cell Structure review
Intro: I will collect all Plant and Animal foldable's and cell diagrams from last week. Today we will
continue on our review of the cell.
Classwork: The students will pair up and work on Can you Identify these Cell Structures? The students
will read each clue to identify each cell structure. Students will then be given the Cell Theory Cube
template. Students will label each part of the cube about each contributor to the Cell Theory. They will
then add one colored picture to each "side". Students will then cut it out and glue the box into
form. Students will use the remainder of time working on: Is it a Plant or Animal cell chart. They will
finish for homework if not completed in class.
Homework: Finish "Is it a Plant or Animal Cell" worksheet. Test on Unit 2, October 15
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October 13: Cell Analogy
Intro: The class will view a 13 minute YouTube video: Voyage inside the cell
(https://youtu.be/Ao9cVhwPg84?t=1s )
Classwork: The students will then be given the Cell Analogy sheet and a large copy of blank white
paper. For this assignment, you will draw a city, a farm, a factory, an amusement park, a school or any
other type of dynamic environment. In that drawing you will include all the participants or buildings that
help that environment function. Once you have drawn it, you will need to label each structure with the
same of a cell organelle that best describes the job that structure performs. For example, if you draw a city
with a city hall, you would label the city hall as the "Nucleus." Be as creative as you like. You will NOT lose
points for creative interpretations. You will only lose points for lack of effort.
Glue this page to the back of your Cell Analogy to be used for grading. You can also use the grading rubric
to help make sure you have completed all the components of this
Homework: Cell Analogy will be due on Thursday, October 15
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October 14: Unit 2 Review
Classwork: The class will be given two worksheets to prepare them for the class. Today will be student
driven. The students are directed to start with the Unit 2 Status Updates worksheet. The students are
given a series of terms/names relating to Unit 2. For this activity the student will focus on the most
important details about each of the cell parts and contributors to the Cell Theory.First, think of
one key wordto associate with the topic; this should be some sort of mind-jogger. Then, using a bit
of imagination, create a status update that could have been posted by either the cell part or the
contributor on their favorite social media site. The Status Update must reflect an important
detail that is directly connected to either the function of the cell part or the contribution of the
person. You may include an appropriate #hashtag.
Students will then be given the Unit 2 study guide. I would recommend focusing on the Cell Theory
(specifically the 3 parts), and the parts of the cell (animal vs. plant) and their functions.
Homework: Unit 2 test next bell
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October 15: Unit 2 Review
Intro: We will quickly review the Unit 2 Jeopardy. I will allow 20 minutes, so the students have enough
time to take the test.
Classwork: Students will take the Unit 2 test.
Homework: None
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October 16: Unit 3 Vocabulary
Intro: Students will be given their test back from last bell. They will then receive a large white sheet of
paper and the Unit 3 vocab cutout sheet.
Classwork: There are 23 vocabulary words for this unit. This process may take two bells. Students will
cut out the vocabulary words and definition. Try to cut it along the lines! Students will look up (with a
partner) each vocabulary word and match it to the definition. They will then check their work against the
key.
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October 19: Unit 3 Vocabulary and blog
Intro: Students will be introduced to the new blog of Unit 3: Cellular Process. I will then show the
students a 5 minute "intro to Biology" video via You Tube
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6ucKWIIFmg&index=13&list=PLCSrLKPlZzTaYYPk7PUowfeI57S
o3fQSj). This dramatic video choreographed to powerful music introduces the viewer/student to the
wonder and miracle of the cell division and cell cycle.
Classwork: Today we will examine the Unit 3 Vocabulary. Prior to today's class, you were given the Unit
3 vocabulary cards and a large piece of white paper. You were instructed to cut out all of the cards and
label your white paper (name w/ the heading: Unit 3 Cellular Process). We will go through each of the 23
words via power point presentation. You will glue both the word and definition on your paper. Once you
have glued in the word/definition, you will draw and color a small picture that represents the term.
Homework: Finish Vocabulary sheet and turn in tomorrow. Blog due by Wednesday.
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October 20: Cellular Organization
Intro: I will check for progress on yesterday's activities (vocab wall and blog #3)
Classwork: Today we will examine cellular organization. The students will receive a notes template.
They will fill out as I go through the power point. The power point has a few videos to reinforce the topics.
Today they will find out the difference between unicellular and multicellular-organisms. We will as tackle
the following topics: multi-cellular organism examples, jobs of cellular organization, Eulena's,
Paramecium's and Amoebas. They will see how a cell > organisms as well as find out what must all living
things be able to do. A busy day!
Homework: blog 3 and vocab wall are due tomorrow as well.
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October 21: Cellular Organization continued *note: shortened bells today*
Intro: I will collect all vocabulary walls that have not been turned in.
Classwork: Today we will continue with the Unit 3: cellular organization and transportation power
point. Students will continue to take notes. When we have completed the powerpoint, the students will be
given the Mrs. Nerg worksheet to complete. Students will also have time to work on their cell organization
fold.
Homework: Finish Mrs. Nerg
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October 22: Cellular Transport
Intro: I will prepare the students for the discussion on Cellular Transport. I will also collect any missing
work that needs to be turned in. We will quickly go over the Mrs. Nerg worksheet (bell 2 we will complete
it together)
Classwork: Today we will continue with the Unit 3: cellular organization and transportation power
point. Today we will focus on cellular transportation (specifically active and passive transport) The pp
contains two short videos that reinforce the topic.
Homework: None
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October 23: Cellular Organization Review foldable *MR RIBS OUT TODAY*
Intro: Students will turn in all missing work
Classwork: students will be given the Cellular Organization Review foldable directions and a paper to
complete the activity. Using your notes/textbook you will follow the detailed directions to complete the
activity. Foldable will be due next bell.
Homework: Finish foldable by Monday
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October 26: Cellular processes, organization and transport review
Intro: The class will begin with a quick video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIwhOT5RkME by
Good Mythical Morning. It is called Things most people can't do. This is a fun parody to our discussion on
What all living things must be able to do.
Classwork: Last bell the class was to work on (and complete) The Cellular organization foldable. If any
students did not finish they will be able to after today assignment. Today, we will prepare for the quiz on
Cellular transport, Organization and Transportation. The class will work on a review guide to prepare for
it. Students will work individually on this assignment. Students will turn this in (and their foldables) when
they complete their quiz on Tuesday.
Homework: Prepare for quiz on Cellular organization, Transportation and Cellular processes. All work
will be due when the quiz is completed.
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October 27: Quiz on Cellular processes, organization and transport
Intro: Today the class will be taking a quiz on Cellular organization, transportation and transport.
Classwork: The students will be given a quick review. Students will then be given the quiz . The students
will turn in their Cellular organization foldable with their quiz.
Homework: Google: Photosynthesis and write down a fact that you will like to share with the class. Get a
Shaka buck
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October 28: Photosynthesis
Intro: Today I will begin class by giving them back their quiz from yesterday. Students will be asked to
grab a textbook and take out a blank piece of paper.
Classwork: We are will go over the Photosynthesis power point. Students will take notes as we go
through the pp. We will then watch a united streaming video clip on the topic. Students will then work on
section 2.3 of their class to notebook
Homework: Finish section 2.3
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October 29: Respiration
Intro: We will recollect yesterday's lesson on Photosynthesis. Today, the class will learn about the
opposite reaction: Respiration.
Classwork: The students will be given a copy of the notes that they will fill in as we proceed. The power
point on Respiration will be followed by a review via YouTube cliphttps://youtu.be/3XIyweZg6Sw?list=PLCSrLKPlZzTaYYPk7PUowfeI57So3fQSj . Video can be found on
the "links" section. We will view approximately 5 minutes. The students will then be given a worksheet:
Photosynthesis and Respiration cartoon analysis. Their task is to analyze the picture. What do you think
was the authors message? In the side bar of the picture, the students will be advised to jot some notes
down. Now the students will write two complete paragraph using the terms located below. These terms
can be found in the notes from Photosynthesis/Respiration.Underline each term as you us it. Be sure to
explain your opinion of the message from the picture.
Homework: Finish cartoon analysis
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October 30: Photosynthesis and Respiration foldable
Intro: We will discuss yesterday's critical thinking cartoon. I will then collect their reflections.
Classwork: students will be given the respiration and photosynthesis comparison foldable. I will pose
the directions via power point. The main task will be for the students to show their understanding of the
cycle that goes on. Students will also label the chemical reactions involved.
Homework: Finish foldable. Quiz on Respiration and Photosynthesis tomorrow
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November 2: The Cell Cycle
Intro: The class will be given a piece of paper with the cell cycle stages affixed.. I will then prepare them
for today's lesson on the cell cycle.
Classwork: Students will be given the information via powerpoint (Cell Cycle). Students will put the
information for each stage as well as a cooresponding picture.
Homework: Complete foldable
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November 3: Photosynthesis and Respiration Quiz
Intro: I will settle the class and prepare them for today's lesson. Students will be taking a quiz today on
Photosynthesis and Respiration.
Classwork: Students will pair up with a partner and will be given exactly 10 minutes to quiz each other
on the material. I will then orally quiz the class on the topic. Students will then be given the quiz.They will
be able to use their foldable's (Photosynthesis and Respiration) while they take the quiz. Clearly a
competed foldable will be more helpful. Students will turn in both their foldable and quiz for a grade. I
will grade the students quiz via zipgrade so they should have their results back soon. They will be given
the opportunity to check their answers.
Homework: none
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November 4: Meiosis
Intro: Students will be introduced to the topic of Meiosis. Students will be given a notes template that
will coorespond with the power point on Meiosis. Students will turn in any missing work.
Classwork: Students will take notes as we go through the power point on Meiosis. Once completed we
will watch a quick video from the Amoeba Sisters via YouTube (see links)-https://youtu.be/toWK0fIyFlY .
Students will then be given the Phases of Meiosis worksheet to complete for homework.
Homework: Finish Meiosis homework sheet
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November 5: REVIEW DAY 1- Cell Cycle and Vocabulary
Intro: The students will be briefed on today's lesson. The class will turn in any missing work.
Classwork: Students will have 3 objectives for the day. The students will be given all of the work up front
so that they are able to work at their own pace. They are to start with a practice vocabulary quiz. The
students will then have to complete the Cell Cycle worksheet which covers some of the basics from the
topic. They will check their answers once completed. For the last task, the students will complete a Cell
Cycle foldable. They will be given a picture for each. They are to correctly label and fill in important
information for each stage. I will check for completion of yesterday's homework while they are working.
Homework: Finish all 3 worksheet
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November 6: REVIEW DAY 2- Mitosis & Meiosis w/ Unit 3 Jeopardy
Intro: I will have the students turn in their cell cycle foldable for a HW grade. The students will be given
my expectations for class today.
Classwork: Each student will receive a Jeopardy board sheet that they will fill out as we go through the
game. Students will receive RIBS dollars for each correct answer. All denominations will be randomly
given. Top two students will receive a homework pass. Positive participation will result in Shaka Bucks.
Student's will turn in their Jeopardy sheet for a classwork grade. Students will then be given a Unit 3
study guide. They will use the rest of their time to complete the study guide.
Homework: Finish Unit 3 study guide