2009
23andMe - Genetics 101
by knann23andMe provides a collection of educational materials to guide you on your personal journey of genetic discovery. Explore our learning resources and discover the world of genetics!
2008
3D Plant and Animal Cells Simulation
by knannCells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things. If you look inside cells, there are even smaller structures called organelles. Each organelle has a different function within a cell. Learn about plant and animal cell organelles in this interactive 3D simulation. View the cells from any angle by clicking and dragging, select a plant structure to learn more about its function.
Immune Attack : 3D game from American Federation of Scientists
by knannThe Federation of American Scientists (FAS) presents Immune Attackā¢, an educational video game that introduces basic concepts of human immunology to high school and entry-level college students. Designed as a supplemental learning tool, Immune Attack aims to excite students about the subject, while also illuminating general principles and detailed concepts of immunology.
The 5 Kingdoms of Life
by knannGreat site with detailed info and great images(copyrighted). Written by a Biology professor
Cell Biology Animations
by knann & 3 othersWhat happens when a biologist with a passion for art creates a website? This fabulous animation site shows the artistic side of biological processes along with a few surprises. View animations that demonstrate amino acids and proteins, cell anatomy, evolution time line, Krebs cycle, and photosynthesis, to name a few. Some animations are very simplistic but artfully done.
Biology Teaching Home Page - Biology Basic Concept Great Challenge
by knannwhole class multiple choice challenges for Biology
2007
Welcome to BugGuide.Net! - BugGuide.Net
by knann & 2 othersWe are an online community of naturalists who enjoy learning about and sharing our observations of insects, spiders, and other related creatures.
Includes clicable guide, taxonomy, images, and indo
Comic 1 : Adventures in Synthetic Biology : Nature
by knann & 2 others (via)A comic for biology appearing in Nature
Microscope Imaging Station. Gallery.
by knann & 1 otherThe Microscope Imaging Station produces high-resolution images and movies using research-grade microscopes. This gallery contains a range of images and movies that illustrate the diversity of what can be seen with light microscopes.
Microbes and Disease
by knannA simple sorting activity to classify ailments caused by a virus or bacteria
Label Plant and Animal Cells
by knannClick and drag the labels to the correct position. Be careful, you need to get it correct before you can move on to the next item.
Life Science Connections - Human Body Adventure
by knann (via)Engaging site designed by a middle school teacher for grade 7 life science, but content can be used for 5th grade unit because of the way the information is presented in bulleted format with graphics. If students have trouble using the naviagation menu, use the site map:http://vilenski.org/science/humanbody/hb_html/map.html
Monarch Watch
by knann (via):Dedicated to Education, Conservation and Research
Great site for the study of monarch butterflies.
free powerpoints and whiteboard presentations for teachers
by knann (via)Free microsoft Power point TM presentations biology chemistry maths english history physics geography spanish powerpoints. Great for KS1 KS2 KS3 KS4 and post 16 A level lessonplans, K-12 and more
The Evolution of Life
by knann (via)The evolution of life is organised into 20 sections referring to their biological and geological significance.
Biology of Plants
by knannCovers topics such as growing, plant parts, pollination, food production, seeds, and adaptations
The Biology Corner
by knannExcellent teacher created site for hs biology students. Many interactive resources linked to units of study. May be useful for elementary and middle school teachers depending upon the topic.
2006
K12IMC: Genetics, Genomes, DNA & Stem Cell Research
by knannGenetics, Genomes, DNA & Stem Cell Research. A reasonable list of high quality sites for teachers. Summary of each site so you can find the info needed.
The Wild Classroom
by knannGreat site with videos, lesson plans, and resources for biology. You can easily subscribe to the video podcasts from the home page. Topics include: Taxonomy and Classification, Cell Biology,Behavior,Biodiversity,RNA and DNA,Ecology,Development,Genetics,Immunology,Physiology,Plant Biology
2005
Becoming Human
by knann & 3 othersExtraordinary interactive documentary that tells the story of our origins. Journey through 4 million years of human evoltion with anthropologist, Don Johnason
Several lesson plans related to evolution that may be appropriate for middle school.
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