The Science of Genetics (kidsbiology)
Watch this video from Study Jams to review traits.
DNA:
Learn a bit more about the base pairs that make DNA.
This website gives a great overview but more information than we covered in class.
This is a thorough website if you want to learn more.
DNA Video (Stated Clearly) Both of these were used in class.
DNA Video (BBC)
Try this at home to extract DNA fom just about anything. This is similar to the strawberry extraction sheet on the bulletin board in class.
This is youtube video that guides you without any words! All you need is a sheet of copy paper.
Chromosomes:
What is a chromsome? Video link used in class.
Genes:
Gregor Mendel, the father of genetics
Punnett Squares 1 (Virtual Lab)
Need to know a little more? Check out the following videos on Brainpop. They are not linked individually, but you can click on Brainpop below and enter the topic in the search bar.
Brainpop topics:
WOW in the World has two good episodes:
Homegrown Genome
Where Did We Come From?
GMO means Genetically Modified Organisms. They effect our food source. Are they good or bad? Check check out this video decide for yourself.
SITES THAT MAY BE USEFUL FOR GENETIC DISEASES :
KIDS HEALTH
Celiac Disease
Down Syndrome
Sickle Cell Anemia
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