Immune System Response - Engaging Anchoring Phenomena Activity

Looking to shake up your middle school science class while staying focused on key concepts? This engaging anchoring activity, focused on Immune System Response, will allow students to practice key concepts on top science concepts. Easily hook students' interests and facilitate meaningful discussions across your entire class!

 

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Standards:

NGSS: MS-LS1-3

TEKS: 7.13.A, BIO.12.A

 

Each Phenomenal Anchors Activity comes with:

✔ An expertly curated phenomenon (such as a Video, Reading, Demo, etc.)

✔ Digital Google Slides and Printable PDF Versions.

✔ Questions designed to ensure student understanding.

✔ Teacher Instructions - Easily facilitate and check for understanding!

 

What will the students be doing?

• Students will be given either a printed or digital answer sheet to fill out.
• Complete the anchoring phenomenon (Video, Reading, Demo, etc.)
• Students will individually respond to the “C.E.L.L.” squares
• Next, students will work in pairs or small groups to complete the discussion questions
• Finally, bring students back altogether to clear up misconceptions and explore together!

 

What materials are needed?

• Either 1 printed copy per student OR the digital version assigned
• Pencil or pen
• Students in groups/pairs
• Any demonstrations that may require materials will be outlined in the teacher instructions

 

When should I use this resource in my class?

✔ Fits easily at the beginning of your science unit!

✔ Perfect way to start a new content area, spark questions, and engage your students!

✔ Anytime you want to get students excited about science!

 

➡ Please note that this activity does assume you have NOT covered the units terminology & concepts beforehand. This is designed to be a supplemental resource not a sole source of teaching. This resource is designed to “kick off” a unit while you guide or facilitate science discussions. Use these on the first day of a new unit or topic for the best results!

 

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