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DNA is the basis of many concepts taught in Biology. This unit gives ESL students a solid foundation in DNA structure, function and DNA synthesis. Concepts learned in this unit…

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This DNA structure and function assessment can be used as a DNA quiz or DNA test. This is designed for those ESL students that are still struggling with the English…

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This DNA Structure interactive PowerPoint requires students to pair nucleotides correctly to create a double stranded DNA molecule. Questions to assess their knowledge of the DNA molecule are included along…

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ESL ELL students can visualize DNA replication / DNA synthesis by using paper nucleotides to model the process. The information and instructions have been translated into Spanish so students can…

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These notes cover DNA structure and function and DNA commonality among species. All notes are translated (Spanish) to give ESL students a resource while learning English and completing other non-translated…

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DNA Structure and Function for ESL ELL. ESL students use a variety of activities to reinforce DNA structure knowledge. This lesson was created with ESL in mind and focuses on…

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This cut and paste biomolecule chart is perfect for ESL and SPED students. It can be used as practice or a review for biomolecules. There is no translation in this…

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This worksheet covers enzyme characteristics, functions and specificity, along with environmental factors that affect them. The instructions are translated (Spanish). The reading portion is English, ESL students should have some…

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These notes cover enzyme characteristics, functions and specificity, along with environmental factors that affect them. All notes are translated (Spanish) to give ESL students a resource while learning English and…

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DNA Structure and Function Worksheet. Students use their knowledge of DNA to complete four review pages. Structure, function and DNA similarities among species is covered. How to use it:Independent practice/workReviewFormative…

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This DNA quiz covers structure and function in 10 multiple choice questions. A key is included. Be sure to check out my other DNA resources!This resource is also included in…

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This interactive PowerPoint requires students to pair nucleotides correctly to create a double stranded DNA molecule. Questions to assess their knowledge of the DNA molecule are included along with a…

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DNA structure, function and DNA similarities among species is covered. Students work in groups to determine which of four cards is true for the "question / statement" given. They also…

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Students cut out nucleotides to make a DNA strand that will then be manipulated for DNA Replication / DNA Synthesis. Instructions include images and a lesson with questions is followed…

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Biomolecules. Your students will love this Biomolecules review! This activity makes a great shuffleboard game if you have tables, or a basket toss game if not. Students review the characteristics…

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Biomolecules. A 4 X 4 puzzle for a Biomolecules review. This includes a key (the puzzle put together correctly) and a copy of the puzzle pieces already mixed up. Just…

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Looking for an enzyme lab with an easy set up? This is it! Students learn about enzyme function and specificity, along with environmental factors that affect them. Students use carrots…

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Do your students understand biomolecules? Have them compare and contrast the four biomolecule groups using the ten scenarios provided on this worksheet. It will require them to put some thought…

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Practice or review biomolecule characteristics with this fun activity! Students pair up, discuss "compatibility" between two terms or descriptions then support their answers with an explanation. When finished, students move…

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This worksheet goes along with the Bioman Enzymatic activity found online, allowing your students to take notes and record important information to reference later. This activity introduces students to enzymes…

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Looking for an alternative to note taking? Have students read about biomolecules and answer questions about their elements, their functions, their structures, and more. A modified version is included along…

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Looking for lessons and curriculum for ESL Biology students? Find photosynthesis and cellular respiration activities here! Start your ESL students off with translations (for those that need it to understand…

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This photosynthesis and cellular respiration review and test are designed for those ESL students that are still struggling with the English language but are still expected to show progress in…

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Looking for ESL help with cell energy vocabulary? Students have fun practicing photosynthesis and cellular respiration vocabulary as they put this train together. There are 3 versions. Start students off…

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Looking for ESL help for photosynthesis and cellular respiration? These two practice worksheets will fit your needs! There are 3 versions, all covering these two cell energy processes. For beginners,…

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This Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration lab uses Bromothymol blue and Elodea. Students place Elodea stems in BTB solutions in the dark and light and observe changes. Students make predictions and…

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This reading passage reviews the process of photosynthesis and cellular respiration focusing on energy conversion from radiant energy of sun to chemical energy of ATP. Students read the passage and…

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Cell Transport Interactive. This power point contains 8 slides of cell transport activities for the students to complete. Students relocate labels, description cards, definitions and images to demonstrate their knowledge…

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This cell transport review and test are designed for those ESL students that are still struggling with the English language but are still expected to show progress in the course.…

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ESL students often struggle when first learning the language and when learning new science concepts (science can be a language of its own). Can your students successfully compare and contrast…

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Cell Transport SPED and ESL ELL. Teaching cell transport can be difficult but teaching it to ESL ELL students adds an extra challenge. This PowerPoint vocabulary assignment uses images and…

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Bioman Biology simulations are great learning tools! This worksheet goes along with the Bioman game "Cell Defense" which is a lesson on cell membrane structure and types of cell transport.…

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