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Interdisciplinary integrated unit on DNA and genetics Part A: Science: The first part of an interdisciplinary week-long unit on DNA and genetics, focusing on science. Parts B and C of the unit focus on math and language arts.; Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Information Skills, Computer Technology Skills, and Science); By Jane Lentz, Jimmy White, Tori Goldrick, and and Marlene Smith.

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DNA and endangered species: Students learn some basics about DNA and genetics and how DNA can be used to study and help endangered animals. They will visit a Web site with information about specific research projects, and write paragraphs explaining how DNA and genetics research might be used to help an endangered or threatened species. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Science); Provider: National Geographic

Gene puzzles: In this Science NetLinks lesson, students will examine a fictional pedigree and determine which gene is responsible for a given trait. This lesson will help students build an understanding of how offspring inherit genes from their parents. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Science); Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science

How scientists study aging: In this lesson, students will explore a website to learn how scientists are studying the relationship between aging and caloric restriction. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 7–8 Science); Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science

LIFE: From diversity to DNA: A collection of four units for seventh and eighth grade science covering human body systems, genetics, cells, and microbes and disease. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 7–8 Science); Provider: Kenan Fellows for Curriculum and Leadership Development

Plant parents: This lesson covers how most plants normally reproduce—sexually. In this lesson, students will learn the parts of the flower and the process of sexual reproduction in plants. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 6–7 Science); Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science

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