Biology Prep Lesson Plan
10/13
5A(R): SWBAT Describe the
stages of the cell cycle,
including DNA replication and
mitosis, and the importance of
the cell cycle to the growth of
organisms.
Warm-Up: Students read an article
about viruses.
Study for Cell Cycle and Viruses
Test
Assessment:
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Cell cycle, cell differentiation,
cancer and virus exam is given.
5D(S): SWBAT recognize that
disruptions of the cell cycle
lead to diseases such as
cancer.
4C(R): SWBAT compare the
structure of viruses to cells,
describe viral reproduction, and
describe the role of viruses
causing diseases such as
human immunodeficiency virus
(HIV) and influenza.
10/14
Warm-Up: Am I my own twin video clip
6A(R): SWBAT identify
components of DNA, and
describe how information for
specifying the traits of an
organism is carried in the DNA.
Guided Practice:
 DNA notes
Independent Practice:
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Jigsaw: Students will work in
teams to read chapter 12-1,
complete guided notes and
share out to the class.
KNEX DNA models
Exit Ticket: Students must show
completed notes and be able to
explain their DNA models.
10/15- 6A(R): SWBAT identify
10/16 components of DNA, and
describe how information for
specifying the traits of an
organism is carried in the DNA.
6C(S): SWBAT explain the
purpose and process of
transcription and translation
using models of DNA and RNA.
PSAT Testing: Reduced class length
Warm-up: Students will be asked to
choose a key discovery relating to DNA,
write who made the discovery and the
significance to the advancement of
science.
Guided Practice:
 Replication overview
 Replication video with guided
notes: Video
Independent Practice:
 Replication practice worksheet
 Breaking the code lab
 KNEX models
Replication worksheet must be
completed as homework if not
finished during class time
10/17
6A(R): SWBAT identify
components of DNA, and
describe how information for
specifying the traits of an
organism is carried in the DNA.
6C(S): SWBAT explain the
purpose and process of
transcription and translation
using models of DNA and RNA.
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Assessment: DNA & Replication quiz
Guided Practice:
 Transcription/translation notes
 Transcription/translation
handout using codon chart
Independent Practice:

Double bubble chart used to
compare/contrast DNA & RNA
based on video: Video
Plans are subject to change to support the needs of the classroom.