The Male Reproductive System Describe the structure of

The Male Reproductive System • Describe the structure of the male reproductive system and explain how it is adapted to its function. • Use this link • https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/guid es/z 9 fgr 82/revision/1 • Copy the diagram and name the parts of the male reproductive system. • Make a mind map of the main parts of the male reproductive system and their functions (using the link above) • Write a story based on “Sammy the Sperm” (the name can be changed) and his journey from the testes to leaving the penis. Student response

The Female Reproductive System • Describe the structure of the female reproductive system and explain how it is adapted to its function. • Use the following link https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/guid es/z 9 fgr 82/revision/2 • Copy the diagram and name the parts of the female reproductive system. • Make a mind map of the main parts of the male reproductive system and their functions (using the link above) • Create a storyboard/cartoon strip based on “Ellie the Egg” (the name can be changed) and her journey from the ovaries to the uterus Student response

The Menstrual Cycle • Watch the video in the link below https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=t. O luxtc 3 Cpw&vl=en • Use the following link for information https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/guides/ z 9 fgr 82/revision/3 • Create a timeline (Day 1 Day 28) of the menstrual cycle. Describe the key events and which days they occur, and explain their importance in reproduction. • Answer the following question – “Describe the changes in the lining of the uterus throughout the menstrual cycle, and explain why these changes occur” Student response

Student response Fertilisation • Watch the video at the bottom of this page https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesiz e/guides/z 9 fgr 82/revision/3 • Use this link for information https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesiz e/guides/z 9 fgr 82/revision/4 • Draw a diagram of a sperm cell. Label its adaptations • Answer the following question “Explain how sperm cells are adapted to their function” (How do the features of a sperm cell allow it to carry out its job? )

Foetal Development • Watch https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v= WH 9 ZJu 4 w. RUE • Use this link for information – https: //www. nhs. uk/conditions/preg nancy-and-baby/pregnancy-week-byweek/ • Create a diary of a pregnant mother, describing the changes in her developing child every month during pregnancy • Explain how the placenta is involved in gas exchange for a foetus. Are there any other functions of the placenta? https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/guid es/z 9 fgr 82/revision/5 Student response

Student response Puberty • Lots of info can be found here https: //www. walnuttreesurgery. nhs. uk/syndication/live-well/sexualhealth/stages-of-puberty-whathappens-to-boys-and-girls • And here https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/guid es/z 9 fgr 82/revision/6 • Create a table of changes in boys and girls during puberty. You could make this more evaluative by creating a venn diagram (overlapping circles) and identifying those which happen in both.

Consolidate Application • Write an information page for a website aimed at young people explaining how sexual reproduction works, including a description of the male and female reproductive systems. Student response

Consolidate Create • Imagine you work for a young peoples charity, like Young Minds. Write an email responding to a worried teenager about changes they are experiencing during puberty. Explain some of the physical and emotional changes that are expected during this time in our lives. • Use appropriate TAPS Type, Audience, Purpose, Style Student response

Plant Reproduction Pollination • Use this link for info https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bite size/guides/zs 7 thyc/revisio n/2 • Create a mind map of the different methods of pollination. Include examples of plants which use each. • Draw and annotate a diagram of a seed, explaining its adaptations Student response

Plant Reproduction – Seed Dispersal • Use this link for info https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/gu ides/zs 7 thyc/revision/4 • Watch the video on the page above • Create an information leaflet to be given out at National Trust conservation areas describing the methods plants use to disperse their seeds and ways we can help to conserve endangered species of plants (will require some research) • Try the mini quiz https: //www. bbc. co. uk/bitesize/gu ides/zs 7 thyc/test Student response

Exam Practice Student response

Exam Practice Student response

Exam Practice – Model Answers x Day 14 to day 18 The lining thickens to allow the egg to implant, but an unfertilised egg must be removed, so the lining must be removed and replaced If ovulation occurs on day 14, the next few days are the most likely time for the egg to become fertilised.

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