Genetics activities

Happy DNA Day! Below are 15 activities to teach kids about DNA, genetics, and heredity. Each of these ideas are free and have worksheets, printables, or easy lesson/activity ideas that can generall…

Inheritance can be a fun subject to teach and learn, but don't use a family tree. Human traits don't follow simple inheritance patterns and family trees can get sticky. Try these simple genetics practice problems with a hands-on approach.

Teaching genetics in middle school can be tricky. Why not make it engaging and interactive with this student-centered science model of heredity using monsters? In this science project, students will get creative designing monsters and mapping their chromosomes. They will use their knowledge of gene

Last week at my homeschool co-op class, I taught our Magic School Bus Science class and did a lesson all about DNA and Genetics. It was a really fun lesson to prepare and to teach and I wanted to share some of the DNA teaching resources I used to help you teach on this subject. …

Free printable DNA-themed activities for kids. Take them on an adventure into the fascinating molecular world of life then give them these DNA-themed puzzles, worksheets, quiz and colouring pages to enjoy. Sign up for the Pale Blue Marbles email newsletter to get the link in your inbox and access to all future activity packs for your curious kids. #stem #dna #biology #sciencefromhome

Looking for how to teach Punnett squares effectively? This step by step guide will guide you through the process. Resources suggestions incl.

Learn how to use the Punnett Square to predict the gene combinations of dominant and recessive traits in this fun and easy genetics science project!

DNA Gene Bracelet for Kids, an easy STEAM Activity using beads to create pattern bracelets. DNA is also a pattern.

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Before I started teaching high school, I taught middle school science for 14 years and my absolute favorite topic to teach students is genetics. The “a-ha” moments when they learn about Punnett Squares, the ability to connect to their own lives, and the amount of creativity that I can add to my classroom add to […]