Genetics includes the study of heredity, or how traits are passed from parents to offspring.   The topics of genetics vary and are constantly changing as we learn more about the genome and how we are influenced by our genes. Inheritance Patterns and Punnett Squares Notes and Slides on Mendelian Genetics – basic lesson to introduce…

Evolution is often called the “unifying theory of biology” because it organizes all of the observations gathered by biologists and proposes and explanation for those observations.    All state standards for teaching science include a section on evolution (sometimes called adaptation or change over time). Related Page: Animal Groups – Organized by Phyla Evolution Evolution: Fact,…

Lab Safety and Equipment Use Scientific Method Puzzle – a simple crossword puzzle to practice vocabulary of the scientific method Lab Safety Contract – students sign this contract after learning about lab safety Measure a Bean – basic lab on measurements and collecting data Tools and Measurements – how to use various tools in the…

Frog Frog dissections have been a standard for biology classrooms for decades. Frog Specimens available on Amazon or through biological supply companies. Complete Frog Dissection Packet – handout for students that includes the external and internal anatomy, brain, and leg bones. Includes a list of terms to study for lab practical. Frog Dissection Labeled Images…

List of quizzes for anatomy and biology classes, these are self-grading and used for practice; organized by topic.

Biology is the study of life and living organisms, from the smallest bacteria to giant sequoias.    Biologists use observation and experimentation to gain an understanding about the natural world.  Branches of biology include anatomy, biotechnology, botany, cell biology, ecology, genetics, medicine, microbiology, molecular biology, and zoology.   Many people entering the field of biology…