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Hi! I'm Vanessa. I have over 20,000 five star reviews, over a decade of teaching experience, and a whole lotta passion for student comprehension. Though I've taught nearly every science subject, biology is my roots :) Questions? Email me at vanessa@biology-roots.com
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Preview of Cells Exhibition Stations - Cell Organelles & Cell Theory

Cells Exhibition Stations - Cell Organelles & Cell Theory

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Looking for a FUN and engaging way to teach your students about cells? The "CELLS EXHIBITION LAB" (easily used as task cards) is a great way to introduce your student to the informative world of all things cells. Students travel from station to station analyzing these HIGHLY VISUAL task cards and writing answers on the sheet provided (see preview). 20 stations (22 cards total) are included. Best of all, they are learning all on their own, this is a student-lead activity, which can give you a
Preview of DNA Model Paper Project Activity

DNA Model Paper Project Activity

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DNA Structure dry lab is a cut n' paste activity in which students build models of DNA and then answer 10 general questions about the structure of DNA. The download is a PDF file. All DNA pieces are included, complete with teacher tips and an answer key. A paperless version is also available hosted on Google Slides to support your remote learning needs. Also included are extra parts if you'd like to build an RNA model (ribose and uracil cut outs). If you'd like a complete package that contains
Preview of Biology Interactive Notebook Bundle

Biology Interactive Notebook Bundle

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This set includes interactive notebook activities for 8 topics throughout biology. There is a wide range of activities to choose from, including differentiated activities for different levels. This product can be used as part of an existing curriculum. It is not intended to serve as a complete curriculum.1. Cells Interactive Notebook- (includes digital version) 16 activities that cover the differences among prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, plant and animal cells, as well the anatomy of cells
Preview of STAAR Biology Review Bundle - STAAR EOC Review updated TEKS

STAAR Biology Review Bundle - STAAR EOC Review updated TEKS

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Updated for the new TEKS! This review tool for the STAAR EOC Biology exam (State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness) covers all readiness and supporting TEKS for Bio 5 - Bio 13. If you do not teach in Texas, you may be interested in my General Biology EOC Review. You can also check out the Biology Summary Slides for Midterms, Finals, state or EOC exams to enhance this resource! Bio 5 and Bio 6: Structures, Functions, and Processes: Biomolecules; cells and cell division; homeostasisT
Preview of Biology EOC Review - End of Course Biology Review

Biology EOC Review - End of Course Biology Review

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Biology EOC end of course review contains pages organized by topic: each topic includes 1-3 organized pages of essential information needed to help your students with their end of year review for biology EOC, finals, midterms, or state tests. Uses for this product:Biology Midterm ReviewBiology Final ReviewBiology State testing ReviewBiology Homework pages.... any purpose for EOC!TOPICS INCLUDED IN THE BIOLOGY END OF COURSE REVIEW:BIOCHEMISTRYTypes of macromolecules, Structure and Functions of ma
Preview of Science Sub Plans - Emergency Science Sub Plan Set for High school Middle School

Science Sub Plans - Emergency Science Sub Plan Set for High school Middle School

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Science Literacy Emergency Sub Plans for Secondary Science pack containing 5 emergency sub plans that are meaningful, easy to use, and relate to student lives. Best of all, they will last the entire class period and are completely self-contained. *Digital Version included to support distance learning*You'll find a link to Google Drive in the download. Don't worry about having to scramble unrelated resources together to make a sub plan. Each of these 5 sub plans is the right size to keep your
Preview of Graphing Practice for Science

Graphing Practice for Science

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These are easy to use and effective graphing practice sheets that also come in a differentiated form for different learners. Versatile uses including classwork or homework. Two practice sheets as follows: 1) Interpreting Graphs- students analyze graphs (bar graph, line graph, pie chart, scatter plot). 2) Graphing Practice- it's just how it sounds! Students practice their graphing skills by converting text into nice visuals :) Also included are differentiated versions of each. These versions are
Preview of Ecology Unit  Bundle

Ecology Unit Bundle

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This unit supports distance learning- a PDF with links to Google Drive is included in order to assign student activities remotely.Ecology 3 week unit with 200+ pages including interactive notebook activities, task cards, review games. Covers ecosystems, energy flow, food webs, population growth, biogeochemical cycles, biomes and human impact. This unit can be used as a stand alone curriculum or as part of an existing curriculum. 4-5 week unit plan with answer keys and unit planner included! ✽✽ E
Preview of Biology Curriculum - Entire Year Lessons, Labs, NGSS

Biology Curriculum - Entire Year Lessons, Labs, NGSS

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This complete high school biology curriculum bundle delivers every lesson, lab and activity you need for a full year and comes in both print and digital. Save valuable time with this no prep biology curriculum- it is outlined for you! Lessons include models, case studies, stations, labs, notes, digital access, and more. Designed for any biology class, the curriculum is NGSS compatible. It has everything from start to finish including a daily agenda and learning targets- everything you need to s
Preview of Circulatory System Exhibition Stations

Circulatory System Exhibition Stations

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Check out this set of human body systems exhibition stations- your students will love the "Circulatory Exhibition Lab"- exhibition style! Students can travel from station to station - OR- you can print smaller versions and have the students use the cards as independent centers. Their task is to analyze the cards in different ways and write the answers on the sheet provided (see preview). Inspired by the Bodies Exhibit, my exhibition labs always go above and beyond- exploring interesting facts, m
Preview of Pedigrees Practice - Reading Activity The Blue People

Pedigrees Practice - Reading Activity The Blue People

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This is an activity designed to be a final in-class assessment for pedigrees. Students should already be familiar with pedigrees before doing this in class. A 5.5 page activity titled "The Blue People of Troublesome Creek" focuses on the "Blue Fugates" of Kentucky. This family suffered from a rare genetic disorder known as methemoglobinemia. This is really fascinating and my students LOVE hearing about this. They can hardly believe it's real. It goes into detail about the history of the Fugates
Preview of Evolution - Natural Selection Lab Pesticide Resistance

Evolution - Natural Selection Lab Pesticide Resistance

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This is a hands on activity where students can visualize pesticide resistance (evolution) over time. A population of deer ticks have become resistant to Permethrin. The students are asked to label 6 generations of deer ticks based on percentages given (there is some basic math required). Covers the following: Evidence for evolution, microevolution. Pesticide Resistance, Drug ResistanceThis includes a paperless version to support your digital needs! The download includes both a print version an
Preview of Cells Unit - Cell Theory Prokaryotic Eukaryotic Organelles Labs Lessons Bundle

Cells Unit - Cell Theory Prokaryotic Eukaryotic Organelles Labs Lessons Bundle

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Complete and engaging cells unit bundle covers cell theory, prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells, plant and animal cells, and cell differentiation. There are labs, coloring activities, stations, coloring activities, task cards, and reading activities that explore common cell structures as well as differences. This unit plan is NGSS compatible! This is a complete cells unit plan containing everything you need to successfully teach your students. It even comes with its very own pacing guide; t
Preview of Evolution Unit Bundle

Evolution Unit Bundle

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This comprehensive evolution unit has everything you need to teach principles of natural selection, evidence for evolution, Darwin's history, and mechanisms of macroevolution and microevolution. This NGSS aligned evolution bundle takes your students on an adventure through evolution from notes to the test, and all the fun stuff in between: reading exercises, labs, games, web quests, and more are included in this evolution unit! Google Links are also included for the evolution activities have be
Preview of Cell Transport Stations - Cell Membrane Osmosis Active Passive Transport

Cell Transport Stations - Cell Membrane Osmosis Active Passive Transport

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31 editable task cards are included in this set, and can be used as stations around the room or in small groups. You can even pick and choose which ones you want to use for warm ups, bellringers, or exit tickets! Topics include the cell membrane, passive transport, osmosis, facilitated diffusion, active transport, endocytosis, exocytosis, the sodium potassium pump as well as some real-life applications. These make a great unit review! They offer a student-lead activity that promotes understandi
Preview of Digestive System Exhibition Stations

Digestive System Exhibition Stations

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Looking for a FUN and engaging way to teach your students about the digestive system? Your students will love the " Digestive System Exhibition Lab"- exhibition style! Students travel from station to station analyzing the cards and writing answers on the sheet provided (see preview). Inspired by the Bodies Exhibit, my exhibition labs always go above and beyond- exploring interesting facts, medical conditions, as well as the traditional classroom knowledge, without getting too off-track. Best of
Preview of Human Body Systems Stations BUNDLE

Human Body Systems Stations BUNDLE

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Looking for a FUN and engaging way to teach your students about the body systems? Students can travel from station to station - OR- you can print smaller versions and have the students use the cards as independent centers. Their task is to analyze the cards in different ways and write the answers on the sheet provided (see preview). Inspired by the Bodies Exhibit, my exhibition labs always go above and beyond- exploring interesting facts, medical conditions, as well as the traditional classroom
Preview of Skeletal System Exhibition Lab Stations

Skeletal System Exhibition Lab Stations

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Biology Roots
Looking for a FUN and engaging way to teach your students about the skeletal system? Your students will love the "Skeletal Exhibition Lab"- exhibition style! Students can travel from station to station - OR- you can print smaller versions and have the students use the cards as independent centers. Their task is to analyze the cards in different ways and write the answers on the sheet provided (see preview). Inspired by the Bodies Exhibit, my exhibition labs always go above and beyond- exploring
Preview of Nervous System Exhibition Stations

Nervous System Exhibition Stations

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Biology Roots
Your students will love the "Nervous System Exhibition Lab"-exhibition style! Students travel from station to station analyzing the cards and writing answers on the sheet provided (see preview). My exhibition labs always go above and beyond- exploring interesting facts, medical conditions, as well as the traditional classroom knowledge. ____________________________________________________________THIS RESOURCE IS ALSO FOUND IN THIS DISCOUNTED BUNDLE:Body Systems Exhibition Stations Growing Bundl
Preview of Pedigrees Practice - Worksheets

Pedigrees Practice - Worksheets

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This is a set of 2 worksheets on pedigrees that can be used as homework, classwork, or one of each. The pedigree practices cover autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, and X-linked recessive traits. Students are required to do a number of things from analyzing to determining genotypes, and draw their own. The worksheets are editable should you need to alter anything for your class. Answer keys included. You may also be interested in:Pedigree NotesPedigree QuizPedigree Activity Package (ALL
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Experience

Hi! I'm Vanessa. I have over 20,000 five star reviews, over a decade of teaching experience, and a whole lotta passion for student comprehension. Though I've taught nearly every science subject, biology is my roots :) Questions? Email me at vanessa@biology-roots.com

Teaching style

Models, labs, visuals, differentiation, and all the good stuff that makes teaching science fun.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award

My own education history

I attended the University of Massachusetts in Amherst and earned my Masters in Biology and Science Education.

Additional biographical information

Hi, I'm Vanessa. I launched Biology Roots in 2012 because I wanted to share my lessons with the world. I'm an avid science teacher who has taught an array of different subjects: biology, microbiology, chemistry, physical science and forensics! When I'm not devoting my time to education, I am driving my kids to sports practice or making my yard look pretty :)