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DNA Models

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students construct paper model of the DNA molecule.  In this genetics lesson, students assemble paper parts that represent nucleotides into a DNA molecule.  Extension ideas are also provided.
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Kenan Fellows

Unit 1: Introduction to Biotechnology

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Biotechnology is big! Introduce the uses of biotechnology to science scholars with a fascinating, fact-filled unit. The first installment in a series of four biotechnology units covers the role biotechnology plays in human and...
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DNA/Genetics

For Teachers K - 8th
Students delve into a study of DNA. In this science lesson plan, students gain an understanding of DNA, which is the genetic material for every person and every other living thing.
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Balancing Equations

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students practice balancing chemical equations using the trial and error method. In this balancing equations lesson plan, students use paper squares labeled with specific atoms to balance 5 given chemical equations.
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How the Body's Immune System Responds to a Virus

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Learners study the immune system. In this biology lesson plan, students explore illustrations that show how viruses can appear as foreign invaders in the blood. Learners also role play how the immune system responds to a virus.
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RNA

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students explain how cells reproduce. In this biology lesson, students transcribe and translate a gene. They discuss and compare their answers in class.
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Soaring Through Space With a Kid Pix Slide Show

For Teachers 1st
First graders create a slide show on Kid Pix about space. In this space lesson plan, 1st graders will explore the earth, sun, moon, and planets. After exploring their motions and locations around the sun, they create a 4 page slide show...
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Building a Model DNA

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explain the function of DNA in the body. In this biology lesson, students build a DNA model using simple materials. They demonstrate how bases pair up in the helix.
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Chromosomes

For Teachers K - 12th
Learners explore genetics, chromosomes and DNA.  In this genetics lesson students design a chromosome and identify a family tree through genetics. 

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