Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy with Carolina’s Perfect Solution® Specimens
Workshop Resources Life Science 9-12 High School Explore animal diversity by comparing anatomical adaptations of the pig, rat, dogfish, and frog. Participants use hands-on dissection to identify characteristics of these popular vertebrates. This is an excellent comparative dissection activity featuring our very best Carolina’s Perfect Solution® specimens. NGSS Scientific and Engineering Practice: Developing and Using Models […]
AUTOPSY: Forensic Dissection Featuring Carolina’s Perfect Solution® Pigs
Workshop Resources Life Science 9-12 High School Are you ready for a forensic dissection activity that is on the cutting edge? Engage students and revitalize your instruction of mammalian structure and function with a “real” classroom autopsy! Participants dissect a Carolina’s Perfect Solution® pig by modeling the protocols of a forensic pathologist. NGSS Scientific […]
Carolina’s Young Scientist™ Dissections with Carolina’s Perfect Solution® Specimens
Workshop Resources Life Science K-8 Elementary / Middle School Transform your students into young scientists when you bring these simple hands-on dissections to your classroom! We will guide you through the dissections of a squid and a frog, promoting classroom discussions of easily observable adaptations and the relationship between structure and function. NGSS Scientific and […]
Plants
Plants have changed our planet. Photosynthesis provides oxygen to the atmosphere, and plants are primary producers for the majority of animals. There is extreme diversity within the plant kingdom, from tiny aquatic plants to giant redwoods to the vegetables and grains that feed the world. This guide breaks down the important information students need to […]
How Snakes Lost Their Legs
An introduction to evolutionary development and gene regulation Fossil, embryological, and genetic evidence support the view that ancestors of modern snakes had legs. Use the absence of legs in the snake body plan as an engaging case study to introduce students to the concepts of cell differentiation, mutation, and gene regulation in the context of […]
Evolution
Evolution is the study of how characteristics of a species change over time. Changes can happen slowly over many generations in response to environmental changes or quickly through selective breeding. This guide covers the important information students need to know, provides links to products and free digital resources, and includes suggestions for labs that reinforce […]
Top-Selling Models by Body System
Anatomy and physiology courses benefit greatly from the use anatomical models and skeletons. Quality models show detailed morphology of organs and complete body systems. Models simplify the identification of anatomical structures, organ positioning within the body cavity, and the relationship between structure and function. Many models can be disassembled, allowing students to explore internal structures. Additionally, they are an excellent reference tool for identifying small and indistinct structures.
Top 10 Tips from AP Summer Institute Instructors to Prepare Students for an AP Exam
Test day may be several weeks or even several months away, but it is crucial to start preparing early for the AP exams rather than later so that you’re not rushing through test preparation in May. Here are some tips you can use to incorporate test preparation and practice into your curriculum throughout the year or semester.
Writing Strategies for AP® Exams
Teachers and students continue to face unprecedented challenges due to the coronavirus pandemic. This situation has impacted AP® students, teachers, and courses. Given the tumultuous nature of the past two school years, students need more help and practice now than ever before. As you focus on the science content, do not overlook the importance of […]
Advanced Placement® Exam Preparation and Test Taking Tips
5… 4… 3… 2 … 1 … Test day! Students are counting down the days until AP® exams begin. What can you do to help students with the final push to test day? Take a look at these helpful resources that we’ve compiled to help you cover all the bases. General test taking tips Throughout […]