Genomics Learning Journeys Bring the Power of DNA Science to Your Afterschool Program

Through STEM Next’s Genomics Learning Journeys, educators can inspire youth with interactive lessons that reveal the incredible world of DNA. Created in partnership with Illumina, these ready-to-use lesson bundles help young people explore how genomics is driving breakthroughs in medicine, agriculture, and beyond while connecting classroom learning to real-world careers. With engaging videos, hands-on activities, and step-by-step guides tailored for out-of-school settings, these journeys make complex science fun, relatable, and full of opportunity for youth of all backgrounds and experience levels.

Each journey includes three tiers—Intro, Intermediate, and Advanced—tailored to learners’ experience levels, from upper elementary through early high school. Whether your youth are new to genomics or ready for deeper exploration, these lessons build curiosity, confidence, and STEM skills.