Toothpick Chromosomes

Students will use toothpicks (representing chromosomes) with dots on them (representing genes) to understand how traits are passed from parents to offspring. They will understand the relationship between genes, chromosomes, and traits.
Resource ID#: 19321 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Genes, chromosomes, heredity, traits, genetics
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Resource Collection: iCPALMS

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