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Human Genetics Word Find

For Students 4th - 5th
For this science worksheet, students analyze 12 vocabulary words pertaining to human genetics and locate them in the word search puzzle.
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Human Genetics

For Students 6th - 7th
In this science worksheet, students complete 7 sentences about genetics. For example, "Genes are made of something called..."
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Human Genetics-- Complete the Sentences

For Students 5th - 6th
In this science activity, students demonstrate basic knowledge of human genetics by completing 6 sentences. There is no information on the page but a word bank is provided.
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Genetics Edited: Translation and Review

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners complete a short review on the relationship between RNA and DNA. As a class, they take notes on the processes of translation and identify examples. To end the lesson plan, they complete a genetic code worksheet and share their...
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Genetics & Pedigrees

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine genetic inheritance patterns and pedigrees. After discussing sex-linked genes, students use pedigrees to determine the genotypes of parents in the P1 generation. They complete worksheets and disuss the results.
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Basic Genetics

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders discover where their physical appearance and personality traits come from. In this genetics lesson, 9th graders learn about cells, chromosomes, DNA and genes. Students discover where genes come from as well as dominant and...
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Ethical and Critical Thinking: Genetically Modified Food

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars read statements representing different points of view on Genetically Modified Food. They identify the "facts" and "opinions" in each statement, and then briefly summarize the issue of Genetically Modified Food in a short...
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The Genetic Diagnosis of Cancer: The Questions Continue to Multiply

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers review the basic concepts of genetics, such as Mendelian inheritance and pedigree construction and analysis. They use an activity that uses recent findings in cancer genetics to present. Students use a pedigree in a...
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Beans and Genes/Genetic Probability

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students use 2 sets of colored beans to represent the genes of an organism. In this genetic probability lesson plan, students use the colored beans to represent the genotypes of offspring which they pull out of a box at random while the...
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Genetics: Integrated with History and Art

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars work cooperatively in pairing chromosomes, created statistical genetic babies using the face lab, constructed a color DNA booklet and demonstrated mitosis in a flip book.
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Genetically Engineered Food AD

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine various genetically engineered foods by lecture and library research. They are then placed in groups of two to produce their ad and make a presentation on a food they have developed.
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Genetics 5 Technology

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners, after studying extraction and gel electrophoresis, recombinant DNA, transgenic organisms, and reproductive cloning, summarize the main concepts in DNA technology. They analyze the applications of DNA: forensics, medicine,...
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Language Arts/Science: Genetic Diseases Simulation

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders engage inn role-playing activities as families caring for babies with genetic defects. A partial list of activities include: dressing the babies ( raw eggs), designing birth certificates, and recording a log of care,...
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Genetic Vocabulary Review

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
For this genetics vocabulary worksheet, students answer 13 multiple choice questions about the structure and function of genes.
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Cracking the Genetic Code

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate different purposes for manipulating DNA. After reviewing the structure and functions of DNA, students explore topics related to the use or manipulation of DNA and the potential benefits and problems, later making a...
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Cracking the Genetic Code

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine an article, "Genome 'Treasure Trove'" and participate in a class discussion prior to researching further information in order to write their own feature article on the Human Genome Project.
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Breaking News English: Waterproof Genetically-Modified Rice

For Students 5th - 10th
In this waterproof genetically modified rice learning exercise, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer...
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Genetics Review

For Students 6th - 12th
For this genetics worksheet, students complete 7 questions where they define terms, fill in punnet squares, and answer short answer questions, regarding a variety of genetics concepts. An excellent in-class, or homework assignment.
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Genetic Engineering

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Here is help with the definitions and biotechnological impacts of genetic engineering. These slides also cover the many products and sociological impacts that have been affected by genetic engineering. A discussion could be started about...
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Genetic Jewels: Building the DNA Model

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students construct segments of DNA to create a piece of jewelry.  In this genetics lesson students create a DNA sequence that they turn into something to wear. 
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Genetics Review

For Students 6th - Higher Ed
Students complete a Punnett square and list the probability and ratio of the offspring's genotype and phenotype in this genetics worksheet. There are 8 problems to complete, and are challenging to work on.
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Virginia Department of Education

Passing Traits to Offspring

For Teachers 9th - 12th
What makes each one of us unique? Lead your class in this exciting and educational activity as you uncover traits that show how each individual is different from another. Pupils explore facts about DNA technology and predict the...
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Howard Hughes Medical Institute

The Teosinte Hypothesis

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Don't want to sound corny, but your class will be a-maize-d by an engaging activity! Explore the history of the modern corn plant through a video and Punnett squares. Junior genetics experts get hands-on experience with actual research...
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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Children Resemble Their Parents

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Gregor Mendel's work revolutionized agriculture from an art to a science. Explore Mendel's work with an interactive lesson that includes animations, video, and practice problems. The instruction describes the early discoveries that...

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