A guided worksheet that introduces students to what science is, in a very simple manner. Students work through some introductory ideas and then grow their own breadmould. They then figure out ways to do original researching, investigating one of the variables for growth of breadmould. This comprehensive package could take a full week of lessons to complete. Includes the guided worksheet, memo, teacher notes, student self-assessment.

An assessment tool designed as a worksheet to use once the scientific method and steps in a scientific investigation have been taught. Includes memo.

A worksheet guided activity that explores the light bulb and introduces an energy saving bulb. Drawing skills are developed. Includes worksheet and memo.

A simple task to probe student understanding of cause and consequence in terms of how humans affect the environment. This task can be used to develop critical thinking skills. Includes worksheet and memo.

TWO practical investigations that explore the concepts of detrimental and beneficial bacteria. Task one is a research task and task two is a simple hands-on practical task that can be done in the kitchen if no lab is available! Suitable for students beginning to understand human constructs in science, such as bacteria being ‘detrimental’ or ‘beneficial’. Challenges the notion that ‘germs are bad’. Includes student checklist and rubrics/memos.

A diagnostic assessment. Have your students developed thinking skills in the context of scientific literacy? This short test will help you and your students understand where they are in terms of thinking skills necessary for critical thinking in biology. An in-depth explanatory memo is included.

A handy reference and explanation table with the most important science process skills needed for a biology student.

A THREE item resource package which includes multiple choice items data response practical activity Explores the reflex arc and the biological importance of reflexes. Suitable as exam practice.

A TWO item resource package that explores plant hormones. Includes higher order questions; suitable for exam practice. Auxins: Data response and graph interpretation Phototropism: Data response and drawing of a graph Memos and rubrics included.

A THREE item resource package focusing on kidney functioning. This package contains a range of multiple choice items and two data response questions. There are diagrams to analyse and a question that focuses on understanding kidney dialysis and kidney transplants. This is an excellent examination preparation package.

A FIVE item resource package suitable for grade 11 and 12 students. This package of resources focuses on Genetics and Evolution. It includes higher order testing items and is an excellent exam practice package. All memos and rubrics are included.

The is a Homework Helper aimed at Life Sciences/Biology students! Tips for studying towards a final examination, as well as examination tips are included. There is an in-depth glossary of exam ‘command’ words which help students understand what is being asked of them in a Life Sciences/Biology examination.