Middle School Life Science

Middle School Life Science explores the fundamental concepts of biology, ecology, and the interactions of living organisms with their environment.

Cells: The Building Blocks of LifeGenetics and HeredityEcosystems and Interactions
Photosynthesis and Cellular RespirationAdaptations and Natural SelectionHuman Impact on the Environment
Observing Life: Simple ExperimentsClassifying Living ThingsExploring Local Ecosystems
Breaking Down Big IdeasUsing Real-Life Connections
Cells: The Building ...Genetics and Heredit...Ecosystems and Inter...Photosynthesis and C...Adaptations and Natu...Human Impact on the ...Observing Life: Simp...Classifying Living T...Exploring Local Ecos...Breaking Down Big Id...Using Real-Life Conn...
Practical Applications

Exploring Local Ecosystems

Get Outside and Explore

Your local park, schoolyard, or even your backyard is an ecosystem! By observing the plants, animals, and environment, you can learn how living things interact close to home.

What to Look For

  • Different kinds of plants and animals
  • Evidence of food chains (like birds eating insects)
  • Signs of change, such as fallen leaves or new growth

Why It’s Important

Understanding your local ecosystem helps you appreciate nature and see how you can help take care of it.

Examples

  • Noticing how squirrels and birds share trees in your neighborhood.

  • Observing how rainfall changes the behavior of local insects.

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Breaking Down Big Ideas