Reproduction & Offspring Diversity Complete Science Lesson - MS New TEKS 7.13C

Everything you need for an engaging life science unit on the results of asexual and sexual reproduction is right here! This multiday lesson explores how different reproductive methods affect the diversity of offspring and contribute to changes in populations over time. With editable presentations, worksheets, student-choice projects, and assessments, you’ll save hours of prep while giving students interactive, student-led learning experiences.

Essential Questions

• What are the key differences between asexual and sexual reproduction in plants and animals?

• How do these methods of reproduction influence biodiversity and population changes over time?

Aligned with 2021 TEKS Standard 7.13C

Why Teachers Love This Lesson

• Differentiated materials to support all learners

• Multimodal learning to keep students engaged

• Flexible formatting—use printable or digital versions

• Editable PowerPoints to customize for your classroom

• Spanish translations for vocabulary, reading passages, and interactive notebook pages

This lesson follows the research-based 5E Instructional Model (Engagement, Exploration, Explanation, Elaboration, Evaluation), ensuring a strong foundation for student success.

What’s Included

Engagement

• Lesson objectives and Word Wall Cards (English & Spanish)

• Teacher guide with discussion prompts, activities, and common misconceptions

Exploration – Student-Led Station Lab
Nine differentiated stations introduce sexual and asexual reproduction in a variety of ways:

• Input Stations (absorb content)

  • Explore It! Hands-on demo or experiment

  • Read It! Differentiated reading passages (English & Spanish) + comprehension questions

  • Research It! Online tasks with guiding questions

  • Watch It! Short video with discussion prompts

• Output Stations (demonstrate understanding)

  • Organize It! Printable or digital card sorts

  • Write It! Open-ended responses in complete sentences

  • Illustrate It! Drawing/sketching for visual reinforcement

  • Assess It! Task cards + vocabulary-in-context writing

• Bonus Station – Challenge It!
  Fun extension activities for early finishers, including crosswords, games, and mini-projects

Explanation

• Editable PowerPoints (standard & interactive versions)

• Interactive notebook templates (digital & print, English & Spanish)

• Note-taking templates to guide students through presentations

Elaboration

• Student-choice projects on reproduction and offspring diversity, perfect for in-class or at-home extension

Evaluation

• STAAR 2.0–style assessments (standard & modified versions)

• Review questions and worksheets for practice, homework, or class discussion

Flexible for Any Classroom

This lesson works seamlessly for both in-person and virtual learning. Station labs, interactive notebooks, and PowerPoints are fully compatible with PowerPoint and Google Slides.

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