Introduction to Biology - Resources

General Resources

http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/quizzes.html --> Quizzes on various topics discussed

http://www.sciencespot.net/Pages/kdzbio.html --> Biology links on cells, cellular processes, and the microscope, including information as well as activities, games and quizzes

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=bill+nye+the+science+guy+full+episodes à Bill Nye The Science Guy – full episodes of his show on various different topics covered within the 7^th grade science curriculum

Metric System and Measurement

http://www.mathsisfun.com/measure/metric-system-introduction.html

http://www.mathsisfun.com/measure/metric-system.html

http://www.mathsisfun.com/metric-numbers.html

http://www.mathsisfun.com/length-conversion.html

http://www.mathsisfun.com/area-conversion.html

http://www.mathsisfun.com/volume-conversion.html

- The above websites are all related links that provide basic information on the SI system, metric numbers, the metric prefixes and how to calculate area and volume. This website also provides links to assist with making metric conversions, converting area measurements, converting volume measurements, as well as charts for converting metric values to values used in the US or conventional system.

http://faculty.clintoncc.suny.edu/faculty/michael.gregory/files/bio%20101/Bio%20101%20Laboratory/Metric%20System/Metric_System.htm

- The above link outlines the basics of the metric system units that are used in measurement. It also explains how to make metric conversions with sample problems, as well as how to properly round with decimals. Furthermore, this website provides exercises/practice problems that students can complete related to making measurements of length, mass, volume, and temperature.

http://www.mathplayground.com/howto_Metric.html

- This website provides a brief video (about 6 minutes) explaining the basics of the metric prefixes.

http://www.learner.org/courses/learningmath/measurement/session3/video.html?pop=yes&pid=2984#

- This website includes a video tutorial on the metric system, including the purpose of measurement, the metric system basics, measuring volume and determining mass

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQPQ_q59xyw

- This website provides a video on the basics of the metric system, including the history and simple metric conversions.

http://www.sciencegeek.net/Chemistry/taters/Unit0Metrics.htm

- This website provides quiz questions to test yourself on the metric system and metric conversions. The website grades the questions as you answer them.

The Scientific Method

http://www.biology4kids.com/files/studies_scimethod.html

- This website provides the basic definitions of various vocabulary related to the steps of the scientific method. At the bottom of the website there is a link to take a quiz on the information as well as a couple of related videos.

http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/projects/thescientificmethod.html

- This link provides brief definitions of each of the steps of the scientific method

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzfDvfoBv_g

- This is a video on the parts of an experiment, explaining each component, and emphasizes the different types of variables.

The Microscope

http://www.eduplace.com/kids/sla/6/microscope.html

- This website contains information explaining how to use the microscope and the parts of the microscope. At the bottom of the site, there is a link that brings you to a site containing activities to complete pertaining to the microscope.

http://www.hometrainingtools.com/a/how-to-use-a-microscope-teaching-tip

- This site provides a brief description of the steps for using a microscope.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1k659rtLrhk

- This site provides a brief video outlining the parts of a microscope and their functions.

http://utahscience.oremjr.alpine.k12.ut.us/sciber00/7th/cells/sciber/micrpart.htm

- This website contains a diagram of a microscope parts, with the corresponding function of each microscope part described.

http://www.kbears.com/sciences/microdetails.html

- This is an interactive site in which the parts of the microscope are labeled, and by clicking on each part, you can learn the function of that particular piece.

Cells

http://utahscience.oremjr.alpine.k12.ut.us/sciber00/7th/cells/sciber/orgtable.htm

- This website provides a table that provides the name of the cellular organelle, a description of the organelle, as well as the location and the function of each organelle. This is a great study tool to print and use to make flashcards.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfopLilIOeA

- This link provides an animated video that explains the parts of the cell and their associated functions.

http://quizlet.com/410483/cell-organelles-and-their-functions-flash-cards/

- This website is a link from quizlet that provides the cellular organelles and their functions, which can easily be converted into flashcards. The following site, contains more organelles that are particularly associated with plants: http://quizlet.com/5416873/plant-cell-parts-definition-flash-cards/

http://joanca.hubpages.com/hub/Learn-About-Cell-and-Organelles-for-Kids

- This site provides images of each cell part with a description of the function of the organelle.

http://www.diffen.com/difference/Eukaryotic_Cell_vs_Prokaryotic_Cell

- This website outlines the differences found between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. The information is presented in words, as well as a chart, and it displays pictures/diagrams of each type of cell.

http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-wacky-history-of-cell-theory

http://www.cpschools.com/schools/osm/theory.htm

- The information on this webpage outlines the basic components of the cell theory, in addition to the discoveries that led to the development of The Cell Theory, and a chart indicating the scientists and their contributions to creating The Cell Theory.

http://www.cellsalive.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zafJKbMPA8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6ucKWIIFmg

http://video.mit.edu/watch/lego-animation-of-mitosis-with-descriptive-titles-3077/

http://www.iknowthat.com/ScienceIllustrations/cell/science_desk.swf

Cellular Processes – Photosynthesis and Respiration

http://science-class.net/archive/science-class/Biology/Photosynthesis.htm

- This is a great resource containing many links to activities/labs, slideshows, interactive resources, graphic organizers, review notes, and review games for students studying photosynthesis and respiration at various grade levels.

http://www.slideshare.net/cpelfrey/photosynthesis-8117063

- This is a link to a PowerPoint presentation on photosynthesis and respiration, including both descriptions and diagrams.

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/photosynthesis-and-cellular-respiration.html

- This website contains an article describing the processes of photosynthesis and respiration. It also presents a chart that clearly outlines the differences between the two processes. (Note: Students do not need to focus on the light v. dark reactions).

http://www.diffen.com/difference/Photosynthesis_vs_Respiration

- This link provides a comparison of the two processes of photosynthesis and respiration, as well as a brief description of each process.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1_uez5WX1o

- This is a link to a creative video on youTube about the process of photosynthesis.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1_uez5WX1o Photosynthesis Song.....

Plants

http://www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/plants/leaf/

- This website contains great detail on the overall leaf function and structure. Each part of the leaf is clearly labeled in a diagram and its function is outlined as well. Please note there is more information and detail on this site than the students are expected to know. At the end of the page, there are links to worksheets, diagrams to label and activities for students to complete.

http://urbanext.illinois.edu/gpe/case4/c4facts1a.html

- This link provides a description of the flower parts and functions, as well as a labeled diagram.

http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/plants/flowers.htm

- This website contains a brief quiz pertaining to the parts of the flower and the corresponding functions.

http://biology.about.com/od/plantbiology/a/aa100507a.htm

- This link provides more detail on the parts of a flower and the associated functions. There are also links to a quiz on the material, as well as resources on plant cells and photosynthesis.

Classification

http://assets.cambridge.org/97805216/80547/excerpt/9780521680547_excerpt.pdf

- This link provides a general overall of the Classification System of Living Things, including the characteristics make something a living thing, the history of the two classification systems, and how organisms are named. There is also a beneficial activity included in this document.

http://www.goldiesroom.org/Note%20Packets/02%20Classification/00%20Classification%20Packet--WHOLE.htm

- This website discusses important vocabulary related to classification, and also provides the main characteristics for placing organisms into each of the different kingdoms.

http://anthro.palomar.edu/animal/animal_1.htm

- This link provides an introduction to the Classification system, including the history of why scientists classify living things and how we use classification today.

http://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/Contexts/Hidden-Taonga/Science-Ideas-and-Concepts/Classification-system

- This website describes/explains each of the levels of the classification system from Kingdom through species.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0e9GkL3Ow4

- This video assists in learning how to use a taxonomic key.

http://utahscience.oremjr.alpine.k12.ut.us/sciber03/middle/7_sciber/classify/html/taxokey.htm

- This link explains what a taxonomic key is and provides an activity to help in learning how to use such a tool.

http://anthro.palomar.edu/animal/

- This website provides information on various topics such as the principles of classification, vertebrates, and mammals. There is also a link to flashcards as well as another link to crossword puzzles.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnDRJAt-4aM

Animals – Fertilization, Reproduction and Development

http://www.diffen.com/difference/Asexual_Reproduction_vs_Sexual_Reproduction

- This site provides a great chart comparing the processes of asexual and sexual reproduction according to a number of features, including advantages and disadvantages.

http://www.tutorvista.com/content/biology/biology-iv/reproduction-in-animals/asexual-reproduction-types.php#

- This website explains a couple of the different types of asexual reproduction that exist, with diagrams. Please note we only covered budding and binary fission.

http://quizlet.com/1667101/forms-of-asexual-reproduction-flash-cards/

- This a link to the flashcards created on Quizlet pertaining to internal and external fertilization as well as different types of asexual reproduction.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk2RJm5RBEk

- This video briefly explains the main difference between asexual and sexual reproduction. It then details the different types of asexual reproduction, with images.

Genetics & Mitosis/Meiosis

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfEKlTBJsr0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slZa6XE4WXE

- Both of these videos detail the stages of Mitosis, with images that follow along with an audio description of each stage. Some general information on the Cell Cycle overall is also presented.

http://www.biology.arizona.edu/cell_bio/tutorials/cell_cycle/cells3.html

- This website provides detailed descriptions of each of the stages of Mitosis, with a corresponding picture.

http://quizlet.com/4007155/stages-of-mitosis-flash-cards/

- This link provides flashcards created on Quizlet for each of the stages of Mitosis

http://www.diffen.com/difference/Meiosis_vs_Mitosis

- This website provides a comparison chart identifying the differences between Mitosis and Meiosis. Please note that students do not need to know the detailed steps of Meiosis, only Mitosis. However, they do need to know the overall function of Meiosis and the end result in comparison to the initial parent cell.

http://www.biologycorner.com/bio2/index2.html

- This link provides notes, simulations, review worksheets, and quizzes pertaining to many of the subtopics/concepts that are covered within the genetics unit. Please note that we do not cover genetic engineering in detail beyond the main function of the process.

http://science-class.net/archive/science-class/Biology/Genetics.htm

- This website includes links to various types of resources related to genetics, adaptations and evolution. There are notes, slideshows, activities, review worksheets, vocabulary assistance, quizzes, and more available on this website.

http://www.qldscienceteachers.com/junior-science/biology/genetics - Great link for Genetics notes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-mmjwXT5Dg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwibgNGe4aY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_PQ8qYtUL0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1L8Xb6j7A4w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4izVAkhMPQ - Gregor Mendel/ Definitions

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4izVAkhMPQ - Punnett Squares