Photosynthesis - FREE Video Worksheet - Middle School Life Science

Standards:

TEKS: 

• 8.6.E
• BIO.11.A

NGSS:

• MS-LS1-6
• HS-LS1-5

What's Covered?:

✅ The overall equation for photosynthesis

✅ How photosynthesis is the opposite of cellular respiration

✅ The two main stages: light reactions and the Calvin cycle

✅ How chloroplasts capture light energy and convert CO2 to glucose

✅ Why plants appear green and how different pigments work

✅ The global importance of photosynthesis for oxygen and food

✅ Real examples: from rainforests to your backyard plants

What will the students be doing?

● Students will be given either a printed or digital handout to record answers on.

● Either individually or as a class watch the video

● Then, they will use the video and their own knowledge to answer the questions.

● Use questions to spark discussions and apply information beyond the page!