Genes R Us

Division: A- Elementary

NC Essential Standards Alignment: 2.L.2, 5.L.3

Event Rules: Genes R Us Rules 2022

Event Score Sheet: None

Clarifications: None

Description:

This event is usually run as stations. It may also be done as a sit-down test, or as a powerpoint. Teams will demonstrate an understanding of traits that may or may not be inherited, be able to explain why organisms share similarities and differences, and use Punnett squares to predict inheritance patterns of certain characteristics.

Materials:

Teams must bring writing instruments.  Teams may not bring resources to this event.

Event Leaders:

Event leaders will provide a hands-on event with all necessary objects, materials, questions, and response sheets for participants to complete each station. Examples of stations include but are not limited to models, slides, and pictures.

Scoring:

Points will be awarded for the accuracy of responses. Ties will be broken by the accuracy or quality of answers to questions chosen by the event leader.

Common Mistakes:

None

Recommendations:

None

Fast Facts:

None

Event Resources:

Nearpod Genes R Us Test 
Nearpod Genes R Us Test Answers
Khan Academy – Introduction to Heredity
Khan Academy – Punnett Square Fun
The Biology Corner – Genetics Lesson Plans and Activities
NeoK12 Genetics Lessons for Kids
The Tech Museum of Innovation – Genetics
Exploring Nature Educational Resource for Students and Teachers – Genetics (updated 11/22/17)
Michigan Reach Out! Basic Genetics Lesson Plan
2021 Coaches Clinic Presentation
Punnett Square Practice

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