Henrietta Lacks: The Woman Behind the Cells — Science & Ethics Teaching Pack

Engage your students with a complete Henrietta Lacks science worksheet and lesson pack exploring HeLa cells, bioethics, cell division, and human rights in medicine. Perfect for Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Biology / PSHE), and homeschool science curricula.

Henrietta Lacks’ story is one of the most pivotal moments in medical history—yet it is often missing from traditional science textbooks. This comprehensive science teaching resource makes her story accessible, engaging, and discussion-ready.

📦 What’s Included in This Printable & Digital Resource Pack:

• 16-Slide Interactive Presentation: Includes clear teacher notes, historical context, and scientific explanations.
• HeLa Cell Biology Worksheets & Notes: Comprehensive coverage of cell division, cancer research, and medical breakthroughs.
• 1920–2026 Historical Timeline: Interactive timeline linking medical milestones with human rights history.
• Bioethics & Informed Consent Discussion Guides: Structured around ethics, race in medicine, and patient rights.
• Key Vocabulary Worksheet: 10 core scientific and ethical terms defined with student practice.
• Differentiated Discussion Questions: 3 challenge levels for KS3, GCSE, and higher-ability learners.
• 4 Classroom Activities & Worksheets: Flexible tasks suitable for individual work, group work, or homework assignments.
• Assessment Quiz with Answer Key: Ready-to-print assessment worksheet for quick evaluation.
• Curriculum Mapping Guide: Direct alignment with GCSE Biology, PSHE, English, History, and Homeschool standards.

🎯 Why Teachers & Homeschoolers Love This Pack:

• Ready-to-Teach Flexibility: Instant download in PowerPoint (.pptx) and PDF formats.
• Cross-Curricular Learning: Blends GCSE Biology (cells, cancer, disease) with PSHE/RSE (consent, ethics, equality) and History/English.
• Ideal for Special Awareness Days: Perfect resource for Black History Month, International Women's Day, or British Science Week.

💾 Product Specifications:

• Formats: PowerPoint (.pptx) + Printable PDF (.pdf)
• Target Audience: Ages 11–16 | KS3 · KS4 / GCSE · Homeschool
• Author: Designed by Brenda Hayles (Advisory Science — 25+ years in education, used in 150+ schools)