These lessons are designed for learners in or entering middle school grades, with some prior knowledge of genomics.
What to Present: DNA The Building Blocks Intermediate Activity & Discussion slides
Lesson 1: Careers in Food Production
This lesson involves a pre- and post-discussion of the video shared in the youth-facing deck Ask Group Questions: What is Biotechnology? Why do you think it’s important? Watch this video...
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Prepare for lesson: Review video Either prepare a sample bracelet that follows a specific DNA sequence OR have a DNA code template ready to share with the class Supplies: Multicolored...
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Prepare for lesson: Review video Supplies for each group: Dish soap ½ cup of water 2 plastic cups 1 coffee filter 1 sandwich bag 2 strawberries Coffee stirrer, skewer or...
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