The Secret Pulse: How Life Connects and Thrives

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US Grades 6-12

About The Secret Pulse: How Life Connects and Thrives

Explore the wonders of life—from the tiniest cell to the most complex body system—in this all-in-one Life Science course.
This comprehensive collection brings together engaging, ready-to-use resources across Zoology, Anatomy & Physiology, Genetics, and Medicine. Dive into interactive Escape Rooms, Taboo-style games, Hidden Picture Challenges, Scavenger Hunts, Case Studies, Bell Ringers, and more—designed to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and make science unforgettable. Whether you’re teaching ecosystems or exploring DNA, everything is organized, editable, and instantly accessible. Perfect for daily lessons, homework, review, enrichment, or sub days!

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Zoology

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Premium Lesson Plan Collection Animal Classification

Uncover the animal kingdom in all its wild wonder! This zoology lesson dives into the fascinating world of animal life—exploring classification, adaptation, habitats, and survival strategies across the planet. Students will crack codes in Google Forms Escape Rooms, match creatures to clues in Taboo-style games, and explore biodiversity through Scavenger Hunts, Task Cards and more. It’s hands-on, minds-on science designed to inspire curiosity, deepen understanding, and make learning unforgettable—no prep required!

Anatomy

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Premium Lesson Plan Collection The Human Body

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Premium Lesson Plan Collection The Skeletal System

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Premium Lesson Plan Collection The Nervous System

Tap into the body’s command center with resources that explore how messages zip, zap, and coordinate everything we do. This collection invites learners to discover the brain, spinal cord, and nerves in a way that’s clear, fascinating, and full of “aha!” moments. It’s a brain-boosting way to make sense of how we think, feel, and move—without getting too tangled in the science.

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Premium Lesson Plan Collection The Urinary System

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Genetics

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Medicine

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About the Teacher

Lee Baker

Lee Baker is an award-winning software creator with a passion for turning scientific data into stories.

Data might be his natural habitat, but his passion extends far beyond the spreadsheet.

He believes that science shouldn't be confined to textbooks or worksheets, and he creates a collection of dynamic lesson plans that bring science to life, encouraging students to think critically, explore creatively, and solve problems like the innovative thinkers they are

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