What is Biology?
1. Biology
Biology is the study of living things (organisms). Biologists are scientists that study biology. There are many different categories of living organisms. They range from mammals, reptiles and insects all the way to plants, microorganisms and fungi. In this lesson we will be investigating what biology is and specifically analyse plants identifying what helps them to grow.
2. INTRODUCTORY Video: Biologists! Scientist Who Love Life!
3. Biology Brainstorm: Popplet
WOW! There are so many different types of life. Using the application 'Popplet' you will need to create a brainstorm of all the different types of life there is. Within your brainstorm you must include the following:
Use the links below to help you find information. Click here if you need a tutorial on how to use 'Popplet' on the iPad.
- The center bubble must be title 'Biology' and a brief description must be written under it.
- At least 8 different types of living organisms (e.g. reptiles and fish).
- A brief description of each class of living organisms.
- At least 4 pictures.
- At least 2 examples for each type of living organism (e.g. reptiles: snakes & lizards).
Use the links below to help you find information. Click here if you need a tutorial on how to use 'Popplet' on the iPad.
Resources
4. What do Plants Need to Grow?: The life in Dirt by ABC Splash
5. Class Brainstorm: Within your Table Groups
Within your group tables you will need to post 4 post-it notes in your groups section. Use the information you gathered from the video to write up the notes. The notes must answer each of the following questions:
- What are three things that plants need to grow?
- Identify and describe a type of soil.
- Identify which part of plant is used to ground the plant and gather nutrients.
- Give one interesting fact that you have learnt about plant growth.
6. Kahoot: Revision Quiz
Get ready to test your knowledge! Click the link below to head to Kahoot and then wait for the game code to be posted on the board (click here if you are a teacher).