Differentiation Remind students of the terms Large Organic Molecules and Small Organic Molecules with examples from past units. Strategic grouping with strong speakers Hand out individual Potato 11 x 17 Poster for students to trace molecules that can be written on Work on 5.1 Tracing Atoms and Energy in Plants Worksheet together and create a pie chart to show what makes up plants from the information students gather Modifications Have the students “act out” biosynthesis by assigning them molecules using signs. Have them move around the room to represent the processes by linking hands. Extending the Learning Have students research the role of nitrogen in plants for homework and share what they learn. Ask: How do plants and animals obtain and use nitrogen differently?
