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This 23-page comprehensive biology unit** introduces students to the microscope** through hands-on activities, and interactive learning. Students will label microscope parts & lens types, discover the contributions of Robert Hooke. Explore onions under the microscope, staining techniques, and how cell structures appear in nature. With fun challenges like a cells nature walk, Dragon fly wing grid drawing, multiple-choice, crossword, word search, and more! This unit makes learning about microscopes fun! Perfect for sub plans & homeschoolers. ☑ What is a microscope ☑ Microscopes today ☑ Robert Hooke ☑ Parts of a microscope ☑ Types of lenses ☑ Fill in the blanks ☑ Label the microscope & lenses ☑ Microscopic World: Drawing & Modeling Activity ☑ Virtual Microscope ☑ Dragonfly Wings Grid drawing ☑ Onions under a microscope ☑ Staining ☑ How staining works ☑ Structures in nature ☑ Guess what it is activity ☑ Nature walk activity ☑ Crossword ☑ Wordsearch ☑ Answer Key +FREE ACCESS TO MOBILE FRIENDLY ONLINE QUIZ WITH 30 QUESTIONS DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

32 pages! Introduces monohybrid Punnett squares with guided step by step instructions. This thematic genetics unit is the perfect blend of biology & real world–Explore the Sphynx breed, history, care & health. Practice questions, missing letter puzzles & a MOCK article with Canadian breeder ‘Bare Sphynx Alberta’ (Authentic interview) Created with middle schoolers in mind, Perfect for sub plans, homeschoolers or test prep! No prep needed, just print & go! ☑ Guided step by step instructions ☑ 3 pages of punnett square practice ☑ 2 pages of missing letter activities ☑ Sphynx breed standard & History ☑ Genetics, Health & Care of the hairless + review ☑ MOCK article with Canadian breeder ‘Bare Sphynx Alberta’ ☑ True or False & Fill in the blanks activity ☑ 5 pages of questions & Punnett squares for the article DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

53 pages! A continuation of ** ‘Genetics Dihybrid Punnett squares’** Discover the fascinating genetics behind hairless animals with The Sphynx, an engaging thematic exploration of inheritance, mutation & selective breeding. Follow a breeder’s journey across multiple generations, using Punnett squares to predict traits (genotypes, phenotypes) & refine the hairless lineage. Uncover the science behind hairless cats, dogs & even rats, learning how genetic mutations shape fur, health & breed standards. Includes a mock News Article with an authentic interview with Canadian breeder ‘Bare Sphynx Alberta’ offering a firsthand look at managing a Sphynx cattery. A perfect blend of biology and real-world genetics, this package turns theoretical knowledge into an interactive learning experience! ☑ Keratin71 gene ☑ Sphynx breed standard ☑ Crispr ☑ Gene names, why are multiple letters used? ☑ True or false & fill in the blanks ☑ FOX13 mutation with questions & review ☑ Hairless Rats, types, questions & review ☑ MOCK News Article with ‘Bare Sphynx Alberta’ ☑ Sphynx health & care ☑ Breeding the Sphynx ☑ Lethal gene with 2 MOCK breeding routes ☑ Create your own breed activity ☑ Crossword ☑ KEY DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

30 page thematic unit studying Bioluminescence, Nature’s Living Light Explore the fascinating natural phenomenon—The ability of living organisms to produce light through chemical reactions. Investigate the biological mechanisms behind bioluminescence, luciferin, luciferase & ATP in light production. By examining diverse organisms like fireflies, bacteria, jellyfish & deep-sea fish. Uncover how this glowing adaptation serves purposes; defense, communication & hunting. For the more advanced learners, scientific applications, from genetic engineering to medical research, with a focus on Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) and its revolutionary impact on molecular biology. Through hands-on activities, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the intricate connections between bioluminescence and survival in nature. Created for grades 7–12: Content covers foundational biological concepts like chemical reactions, enzymes & ATP, aligning with middle school science curricula. However, the inclusion of Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) & its applications in genetics, neuroscience & cancer research make this unit appropriate for high school students as well. DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

Middle school students won’t just learn genetics—they’ll survive it! This action-packed worksheet bundle turns Punnett squares into an interactive zombie survival challenge, where inherited traits determine who escapes, who thrives, and who joins the undead. Through engaging scenarios, students will predict genetic outcomes for infection resistance, speed, endurance, and camouflage—all crucial for surviving the apocalypse! They’ll fill out Punnett squares, analyze genotypes and phenotypes, and discover how dominant and recessive traits shape a survivor’s fate. Perfect for hands-on learning, group activities, and even classroom competitions, this worksheet set makes genetics unforgettable—because in the zombie apocalypse, only the fittest (and most genetically advantaged) will make it out alive. ☑ 2 page guided instructions filling out Punnett squares ☑ 20 Zombie Apocalypse activity pages ☑ 20 bonus questions +5 pages ☑ Answer key DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

**Includes 1 Photosynthesis labeling activity and FREE access to an online quiz **with 41 questions. No login in or sign up required! Just scan the QR code and the quiz will pop up for you so all of your students can access it. Great tool for studying, and test prep! **Like what you see? Preview or buy to full unit: ** **grade 6 - 8 Biology Photosynthesis leaf anatomy complete unit ** 22 page comprehensive thematic unit. Packed with everything students need to understand the amazing process that powers life on Earth! Students will explore key concepts, like light-dependent reactions, Calvin Cycle, and the unique role of chlorophyll, while learning about leaf anatomy and the importance of gas exchange through stomata. Designed for middle schoolers but suitable for other grades to use. ☑ What is photosynthesis? ☑ Where does it happen? ☑ What is involved (parts) ☑ Leaf anatomy ☑ The Calvin cycle ☑ Light dependent & independent reactions ☑ Multiple labeling activities ☑ Fill in the blanks and matching activities ☑ Review questions ☑ Online multiple choice quiz ☑ Provides clear visuals, and gradual progression. ☑ Structured, aligns with CC standards making lesson planning easier! ☑ Review for all topics covered & an online multiple choice quiz that is accessible on mobile devices (this is not a website & does not require log in). ☑ Provides a solid foundation for understanding how plants support life on Earth. DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com

6 FREE pages from the ‘grade 9 - 12 Biology Intro to the Microscope full unit’ Includes, label the Microscope, label lens types, fill in the blanks activity, crossword, wordsearch and answer key. DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

4 page FREE sample from my Sphynx Cat Genetics, the Keratin71 gene, FOX13 mutations, inheritance, heredity package - A thematic look at the hairless rat, types of hairless, guided Punnett square and activity pages! INCLUDED Types of Hairless rats Guided Punnett square question 1 page of activities Answer key The full package: Sphynx Cat Genetics, the Keratin71 gene, FOX13 mutations, inheritance, heredity 53 pages! A continuation of ‘Genetics Dihybrid Punnett squares’ Discover the fascinating genetics behind hairless animals with The Sphynx, an engaging thematic exploration of inheritance, mutation & selective breeding. Follow a breeder’s journey across multiple generations, using Punnett squares to predict traits (genotypes, phenotypes) & refine the hairless lineage. Uncover the science behind hairless cats, dogs & even rats, learning how genetic mutations shape fur, health & breed standards. Includes a mock News Article with an authentic interview with Canadian breeder ‘Bare Sphynx Alberta’ offering a firsthand look at managing a Sphynx cattery. A perfect blend of biology and real-world genetics, this package turns theoretical knowledge into an interactive learning experience! ☑ Keratin71 gene ☑ Sphynx breed standard ☑ Crispr ☑ Gene names, why are multiple letters used? ☑ True or false & fill in the blanks ☑ FOX13 mutation with questions & review ☑ Hairless Rats, types, questions & review ☑ MOCK News Article with ‘Bare Sphynx Alberta’ ☑ Sphynx health & care ☑ Breeding the Sphynx ☑ Lethal gene with 2 MOCK breeding routes ☑ Create your own breed activity ☑ Crossword ☑ KEY DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

3 page same from my 55 page** thematic Extreme Bizarre Plant package**. Integrate Art & Science with this engaging grid drawing activity! Invite students to recreate the incredible Rafflesia arnoldii (stinking corpse lily)—the world’s largest (and arguably smelliest!) flower—Students will use a grid system to replicate the flower’s bold structure, making connections between botanical anatomy, visual analysis & scientific observation. WHATS IN THE FULL PACKAGE Take your students on an unforgettable journey through the weirdest & wildest corners of the plant kingdom! An Expansion of non-fiction Extreme Bizarre Plant Biology science text passages, ecology features 20 pages of engaging nonfiction science text highlighting 10 strange & extreme plant species, from the alien-like Calceolaria uniflora to the otherworldly Welwitschia. With a fresh update, it now includes interactive worksheets, grid drawing activities, and a research project template to deepen learning and spark creativity. WHATS INCLUDED Informational Science Text Passages Explore the evolutionary traits, reproductive quirks, scientific significance & ecosystem contributions of bizarre plants such as Interactive Worksheets Reinforce key concepts with engaging, no-prep literacy & science comprehension activities — perfect for independent learning, homework, or sub days. Grid Drawing Activities Connect science & art! Students observe plant structures while improving fine motor skills & visual analysis. Research Project Template Includes step-by-step guidance for student-led investigations into strange plant species, complete with graphic organizers & rubric-ready sections. CANADIAN STANDARDS Interactions in the Environment (Grade 7–8) Grade 11–12 Biology (SBI3U/SBI3C/SBI4U) Environmental Science (SVN3M/SVN3E) U.S STANDARDS MS-LS1 & HS-LS1 MS-LS4 & HS-LS4 MS-LS2 & HS-LS2 DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

FREE Middle School Biology Quizzes – No Login, Just Scan and Go! Make assessment or test prep effortless with this collection of mobile-friendly online quizzes designed for middle & high school science. Cover key biology topics like cells, the microscope, genetics &stem cells—Fully accessible via QR codes. (always available in my ‘Quiz Hub’ on my blog) No sign up, no downloads (unless you want the QR pdf file)—just instant access from any device! PERFECT FOR: Test Prep Review days or formative assessment Homework or self-paced practice Quizes are created as a FREE companion resource to go with units that I have created. Can be used as is or with the unit. ☑ Middle School - Microscope unit ☑ High School Microscope unit ☑ Middle school Intro to Cells ☑ High School Intro to Cells ☑ Stem Cells & Planarian ☑ High School Genetics DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

6 FREE sample pages from my ‘Cells to Systems’ unit Tissues, Organs, Systems of Living Things and Grade 10 Science Biology Stem Cells, Planarian, Regeneration Includes an informational text on stem cells and the regeneration in flatworms. Includes a specialized cells matching activity page. ☑ Informational text on ‘Stem Cells’ ☑ Informational text on ‘Flatworms’ ☑ Specialized Cell Types Matching ☑ Two full size images ☑ Answer Key WHATS IN THE FULL PACKAGE A powerhouse High school thematic science unit that lays the foundation for deeper biology studies in Grades 11 & 12. A continuation of my Intro to Cells unit. Specialized cells & differentiation, Mitosis & the cell cycle, Cell transport (diffusion, osmosis, active transport), Energy production (ATP, mitochondria, chloroplasts), Enzymes & biochemical reactions, System interactions (respiratory + circulatory) & Comparative biology (plant vs. animal systems) The unit includes richly written informational texts, interactive worksheets, hands-on labs, and a deep exploration of 12 different specialized cells. Depth of Content: Covers both introductory and intermediate biology concepts, including protein synthesis, ATP, enzyme function, and system-level interactions—topics typically introduced in Grade 10. Skill Development: The inclusion of interactive worksheets, labs, and hands-on activities supports the Grade 10 emphasis on inquiry, scientific investigation, and application of knowledge. ALIGNED TO CANADIAN STANDARDS Ontario Science Curriculum: Strand B: Biology – Tissues, Organs, and Systems of Living Things & Strand A: STEM Skills and Connections British Columbia: Life Sciences 11 and Science 10 Alberta: Science 10 Manitoba: Grade 10 Science NGSS ALIGNED Several Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for high school life science DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com Happy learning!

2 FREE sample pages from grade 6 - 8 Genetics Intro to Punnett Squares In this assignment, students will complete partially filled-in Punnett squares, applying their understanding of inheritance patterns to fill in the missing sections. By analyzing the provided information, they will work through each square to reinforce their knowledge of genotypes and phenotypes. This interactive activity promotes critical thinking and provides a hands-on approach to mastering genetics concepts. ☑ 1 activity page ☑ Answer key DISCLAIMER Every product in this shop is crafted with meticulous care and countless hours. While I strive for perfection, I am only human, and sometimes mistakes slip through the cracks. In the event there are errors in my products, please notify me—I guarantee that any issues brought to my attention will be promptly corrected so that you have the most accurate and complete product immediately. CONTACT I welcome your questions, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement! Please share your experience with my products—be it positive feedback or constructive criticism—Your input is invaluable! Thank-you for your understanding and support! educationalresources.elm@gmail.com

This 6 page sample introduce students to the path of blood through the heart with a printable cardiac cycle labeling activity and bonus vocabulary crossword worksheet—a perfect sample from my larger Cardiac Cycle unit. Students will trace the flow of blood through the heart, through chambers, valves, and vessels, with step-by-step instructions. What’s Included: Blood flow drawing activity (Page 5 from full unit) Cardiovascular system-themed crossword puzzle Student-friendly answer key Perfect for: Middle school life science and biology classrooms Sub plans, homework, or interactive review Homeschool science curriculum This resource is fully aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for U.S. classrooms—It also supports Canadian curriculum outcomes. Questions or feedback? Email anytime at educationalresources.elm@gmail.com — I’m always happy to help! Happy teaching!