Grade 8 Science Modified Cells Unit

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Total Pages: 152 Pages, Google Slides, Google Forms
Answer Key: Included with rubric
Teaching Duration: 2 months
File Size: 35 MB
File Type: PDF (Zip)

In this Grade 8 Science Modified Cells Unit, teachers are equipped with 18 engaging lessons. These lessons will help teachers immerse their modified Grade 8 students in learning about the importance of cells to daily life. Each of the 18 lessons aligns with a critical concept in the Ontario Grade 8 Science Curriculum but has significantly reduced reading and writing expectations within the lesson. 

This modified science unit is for classroom teachers who are required to teach the Grade 8 Ontario Social Studies Curriculum but have students working significantly below grade level in reading, writing, and comprehension. An MP3 audio file of each student reading has been provided. This resource was designed to meet the needs of ELL students and/or students on a modified IEP.

• Curriculum Alignment: Ontario Science Curriculum 2022 Grade 8 Strand B Life Systems Cells

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Resource Includes:

• 18 Detailed Lesson Plans: Immerse your students in lessons that will keep them fully engaged throughout the unit.
• Editable Teacher Slideshows (Google Slides™): Ready-to-use, customizable presentations to guide instruction.
• Modified Lesson Content: Lessons have been modified with reduced reading and writing expectations. 
• MP3 Audio Files of Articles: Elevate student learning and accessibility through audio recordings of the student readings.
• Answer Keys: Streamline your grading process with readily available answer keys.
• Lesson Variety: Follow-up activities utilize a variety of formats - cut & match, fill in the blanks, guided inquiry, graphic organizers.
• Self-Marking Google Forms: Streamline your assessment process by automating your grading.
• Sub Plans: Ready-to-use lessons to ensure continuity when you're away.
• Print and Digital Formats: Embrace the convenience of accessing materials in both print and digital formats.

Do you have students working at grade level? Check out this unit - Grade 8 Science Cells. 

Lesson Overview & Modifications

• Introduction (Safety Quiz, Cells Introduction, K-W-L Chart) - Safety Rules and Cells Introduction
• Lesson 1 (QR Code Activity) – Unit Vocabulary
• Lesson 2 (Whole Class Reading, Fill-In-The-Blanks & True or False Activities) – The Cell Theory
• Lesson 3 (Whole Class Readings, Plant Cell Diagrams & Matching Activity) – Structures and Organelles in Cells
• Lesson 4 (Whole Class Reading, Venn Diagram, True or False Activity, Animal Cell Diagram) – Plant vs. Animal Cells
• Lesson 5 (Plant and Animal Cell Diagrams, Cut & Paste Activity) – Plant and Animal Cells: Create Your Own Cells
• Lesson 6 (Whole Class Reading, Graphic Organizer) – The Process of Diffusion and Osmosis
• Lesson 7 (Science Lab) – Candy Diffusion Experiment
• Lesson 8A (Whole Class Reading, Cut & Paste Activities) – Unicellular and Multicellular Organisms
• Lesson 8B (Inquiry Slideshow) – Cellular Organism Inquiry
• Lesson 9 (Whole Class Reading, Mandala Activity) – Organization of Cells
• Lesson 10 (Quiz) – Cells Mid-Unit Quiz
• Lesson 11 (Science Lab) – Virtual Plant Cell Experiment
• Lesson 12 (Research & Cut & Paste Activity) – Cell Technology and Our Understanding of Cells
• Lesson 13 (Guided Inquiry – Videos, Readings, Graphic Organizer & Share Your Thoughts) – Cell Process Inquiry
• Lesson 14 (Unit Test) – Cells Unit Test
• Lesson 15 (Unit Review) – Bill Nye Videos
• Lesson 16 (Sub Plans) - Organ Transplants

This Grade 8 Science Modified Cells Unit resource is specifically tailored to accommodate the unique needs of classroom teachers with students performing significantly below grade level in reading, writing, and comprehension. This adaptable and accessible resource empowers teachers to provide engaging science lessons while ensuring every student can participate actively in their learning journey.

Note: The internet is required to access videos in this unit.

Teacher Feedback

1. “This resource has made my planning much easier as I no longer have to create special resources for learners who are working at a lower level than the rest of the class.”
2. “My kiddos loved this unit! I had to modify some of the resource a bit more to suit the needs of students who had severe LD.”
3. "Finding material that meets curriculum expectations at a level that my special kids can access isn't easy - thanks for this!"