Home > STEM Learning Journeys > DNA: The Building Blocks — Intro Lessons Bundle DNA: The Building Blocks — Intro Lessons Bundle April 7, 2025 These lessons are designed for learners in upper elementary and middle school grades with little to no prior knowledge of genomics. What to Present: DNA The Building Blocks Intro Activity & Discussion slides Lesson 1: Genomics 101 at Home Getting to Know DNA involves a pre- and post-discussion of the video shared in the youth-facing deck. Ask Group Questions: Does anyone know what DNA is? Why do you think… Read More Lesson 2: The Genetics of the Ear Prepare for lesson: Review Ear Lobe activity guide Print out copies of Ear Sort Handout for each group of youth (2-3 youth per group) Scissors per group Class camera (can… Read More Lesson 3: Genomics 101 at Home: Where is DNA? Involves a pre- and post-discussion of the video shared in the youth-facing deck. Ask Group Questions: Where can we find DNA? Why do you think it’s important for us to… Read More Lesson 4: Breakfast Proteins Prepare for lesson: Review Breakfast Proteins activity guide Supplies: Small box of colored, donut shaped cereal like Fruit Loops or Fruity Cheerios Cups Chenille stems String Pencils Paper Identify what… Read More Previous: DNA: The Building Blocks Next: Lesson 1: Genomics 101 at Home
Lesson 1: Genomics 101 at Home Getting to Know DNA involves a pre- and post-discussion of the video shared in the youth-facing deck. Ask Group Questions: Does anyone know what DNA is? Why do you think… Read More
Lesson 2: The Genetics of the Ear Prepare for lesson: Review Ear Lobe activity guide Print out copies of Ear Sort Handout for each group of youth (2-3 youth per group) Scissors per group Class camera (can… Read More
Lesson 3: Genomics 101 at Home: Where is DNA? Involves a pre- and post-discussion of the video shared in the youth-facing deck. Ask Group Questions: Where can we find DNA? Why do you think it’s important for us to… Read More
Lesson 4: Breakfast Proteins Prepare for lesson: Review Breakfast Proteins activity guide Supplies: Small box of colored, donut shaped cereal like Fruit Loops or Fruity Cheerios Cups Chenille stems String Pencils Paper Identify what… Read More
