Life Science: Middle School

Increase your middle schooler's understanding of organisms, cell parts, microbiology and other life science topics with this kid-friendly study course. Review the short video lessons and then test how well your student understands the material with our multiple-choice quizzes.

• Ch 1. Introduction to Life Science
• Ch 2. Characteristics & Chemicals of Life
• Ch 3. The Parts of Cells
• Ch 4. DNA Replication & Mutation
• Ch 5. Cell Division & the Cell Cycle
• Ch 6. How Living Organisms Get Energy
• Ch 7. Classification of Organisms
• Ch 8. The Origin & History of Life On Earth
• Ch 9. Genetics & Hereditary Traits
• Ch 10. Genetic Engineering Basics
• Ch 11. Natural Selection & Evolution in Life Science
• Ch 12. Microbiology & Types of Microbes
• Ch 13. Introduction to Ecosystems
• Ch 14. Types of Ecosystems
• Ch 15. Changing Ecosystems
• Ch 16. Invertebrates
• Ch 17. Vertebrates
• Ch 18. Birds & Mammals
• Ch 19. Animal Behavior & Communication
• Ch 20. Mammal Reproduction & Development
• Ch 21. The Respiratory System
• Ch 22. The Cardiovascular System
• Ch 23. The Blood Vessels
• Ch 24. The Digestive System
• Ch 25. The Urinary & Endocrine Systems
• Ch 26. The Brain & Nervous System
• Ch 27. The Muscular System
• Ch 28. The Skeletal System & Connective Tissue
• Ch 29. Sight, Hearing & Other Senses
• Ch 30. Health Issues & Concerns
• Ch 31. Plant Biology & Structure
• Ch 32. How Plants Grow & Reproduce
• Ch 33. Environmental Concerns
• Ch 34. Natural Resources
• Ch 35. Earth History & Geologic Time
• Course Practice Test