Lesson Plan

How Life Continues

Students will learn to distinguish between sexual and asexual reproduction by comparing their processes, genetic outcomes, and real-world examples through video, chart analysis, and a paired worksheet activity.

Understanding reproduction lays the foundation for future genetics and growth topics, promotes scientific literacy, and connects biology concepts to everyday life.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Direct Instruction

10 minutes

Step 3

Student Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Cool-Down Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

How Life Continues

Introduce the lesson. Explain that today we will explore how living organisms reproduce and why it matters.

Warm-Up: What Is Reproduction?

Prompt students to think of examples they’ve seen. Write responses on the board.

Play the video (~3 minutes). Ask students to note any terms or processes they hear.

Comparing Methods: Sexual vs Asexual

Use the printed chart. Highlight one key difference at a time, ask for questions.

Student Activity

Explain that students will work in pairs. Circulate and support as needed.

Cool-Down Reflection

Invite 2–3 pairs to share insights. Summarize key takeaways on the board.

Lesson Plan

How Life Continues

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

Step 2

Direct Instruction

Step 3

Student Activity

Step 4

Cool-Down Reflection

Slide Deck

How Life Continues

Warm-Up: What Is Reproduction?

Comparing Methods: Sexual vs Asexual

Student Activity

Cool-Down Reflection

Worksheet

Reading

Reading

How Life Continues

Devin Deveau