Teacher Bulletin | Volume 10
Appropriate for grades 7, 8, 9
Return to Volume ContentsCharacteristics of Life
“In the beginning, God created…” Life begins with God. We are the result of the intelligent mind of the Creator.
Everything that is alive shows the detailed handiwork of God. In this unit, we will begin by looking at what God created during creation week. We will then look at the similar qualities of all living things that make them living! This unit is designed for grades 7-9 Life Science and Biology courses and can last for a period of two to three weeks. Each lesson includes a lesson plan and, as applicable, notes for the PowerPoint, relevant video, lab assignment, and assessment quiz. Teachers are encouraged to manipulate the lesson plans to fit their teaching styles and to best meet the learning styles of their students.
In this unit, students will be able to:
- Distinguish between Biotic and Abiotic factors
- List, Identify, and Describe six characteristics of all living things
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- Unit Contents
- Devotional Thoughts
Devotional Thoughts
Sin has separated us from God and leads to death.
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- Lesson 1 Creation
Lesson 1 Creation
Understanding creation helps us to understand God and His plans and purpose for us.
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- Lesson 2 Biotic Vs Abiotic
Lesson 2 Biotic Vs Abiotic
How scientists classify everything that exists as either living or non-living.
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- Lesson 3 Characteristics of Organisms
Lesson 3 Characteristics of Organisms
Requirements to classify something as a living thing.
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- Lesson 4 Organisms Made of Cells
Lesson 4 Organisms Made of Cells
All organisms are made of cells.
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- Lesson 5 Organisms Obtain and Use Energy
Lesson 5 Organisms Obtain and Use Energy
All organisms must obtain and use energy.
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- Lesson 6 Organisms Maintain Homeostasis
Lesson 6 Organisms Maintain Homeostasis
All living organisms must be able to maintain homeostasis.
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- Lesson 7 Organisms Reproduce
Lesson 7 Organisms Reproduce
Ways organisms are able to reproduce and create offspring.
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- Lesson 8 Organisms Grow and Develop
Lesson 8 Organisms Grow and Develop
All living organisms grow and develop. Different organisms experience growth and development in different way.
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- Lesson 9 Organisms Adapt
Lesson 9 Organisms Adapt
All organisms must be able to survive in their environment and meet the changes in that environment.
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- Annotated Internet Links
Annotated Internet Links
Many resources are here to use.
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- Resources
