Gamifying Genetics
by Karina Sanchez
Students are actively engaged in this creative lesson where they use their genetics knowledge to construct a game for others to play! They will use a Punnett Square and other genetic terminology as they come up with ideas for their game and robot.
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5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13ssPHEsTZoVCXPjdQebrlcXFjvVEZLmM/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Life Science L3: Genetics & Heredity Technology 4. Innovative Designer English Language Arts (ELA) Speaking & Listening
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