Biology Prep Lesson Plan
9/29
4A(S): SWBAT Compare and
contrast prokaryotic and
eukaryotic cells.
Warm-up: Students will answer 4
questions from the 2014 released
STAAR test which address TEKS 4A, 4B,
9A and 9D.
4B(R): SWBAT Investigate and
explain cellular processes
Assessment: Students will complete
including homeostasis, energy
Unit 2 Assessment on Cells.
conversions, transport of
molecules, and synthesis of new
molecules.
9/30
5A(R) Describe the stages of the
cell cycle, including DNA
replication & mitosis & the
importance of the cell cycle to
the growth of organisms.
Warm-up: How did you grow from a baby Mitosis Flow Chart and Questions
to the teenager you are now?
Guided Practice: Mitosis Notes via
foldable
Independent Practice: Mitosis Card Sort
10/1- 5A(R) Describe the stages of the
10/2 cell cycle, including DNA
replication & mitosis & the
importance of the cell cycle to
the growth of organisms.
5(B) examine specialized cells,
including roots, stems, and
leaves of plants; and animal
cells such as blood, muscle, and
epithelium;
Assessment: Exit Ticket
Warm-up: Mitosis STAAR Released Test
Question
Unit 2 Flash Cards Due 10/6
Guided Practice: Cell Differentiation and
Cancer Notes
Independent Practice: Unit 2: Mastery
Stations
5(C) describe the roles of DNA,
ribonucleic acid (RNA), and
environmental factors in cell
differentiation
5(D) recognize that disruptions
of the cell cycle lead to diseases
such as cancer.

Plans are subject to change to support the needs of the classroom.