All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one to many trillions, whose details usually are visible only through a microscope.

Genetics

A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits. Those traits may be modified by environmental influences.

Evolution

Biological evolution accounts for the diversity of species developed through gradual processes over many generations.

Earth and Life History

Evidence from rocks allows us to understand the evolution of life on Earth.

Geological Timeline (pdf)

The Great Fossil Find (pdf)

Structure and Function in Living Systems

The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

Intro to Animal Body (Word) and (rtf)

Phylum Comparison Challenge (Word) and (rtf)

Life Sciences Unit (Word) and (rtf)

Integrated Science Unit (Word) and (rtf)

Structure and Function Unit Plan (Word) and (rtf)

Squid Intro (Word) and (rtf)

Squid Dissection (Word) and (rtf)

Squid Reproductive Anatomy (Word) and (rtf)

Squid Statements (pdf)

Internal Squid Handout (pdf)

External Squid Handout (pdf)

Comparison of Reproduction in Plants and Animals (pdf)

Materials List (Word) and (rtf)

Physical Principles in Living Systems

Physical principles underlie biological structures and functions.

Investigation and Experimentation

Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful
investigations.