Description
DNA isn’t just another macromolecule—it’s the key to everything in biology: cell division, heredity, protein synthesis, and evolution. That’s why this complete lesson bundle introduces students to the structure and function of nucleic acids (DNA & RNA) in a clear, accessible way that builds background knowledge while keeping students engaged from start to finish.
This resource was designed to be taught in Unit 1: Biochemistry, alongside the other macromolecules, but can work as a standalone or review lesson anytime you need to build DNA understanding. It includes free guided notes that keep students active, organized, and focused and 2 aligned activities that are inquiry-based, mission-focused, and fun!
What you will receive in THIS download after purchase:
- 1. The PowerPoint. A clean, modern slideshow perfect for direct instruction. Use in Microsoft PowerPoint 365 (recommended) or Google Slides. Text boxes are fully editable. Background images are secured (non-editable for copyright reasons), but you can easily add or remove slides.
- 2. A recorded version of the PowerPoint - both an MP4 file and an unlisted YouTube link. Great for absent students, sub days, or flipped classrooms.
- 3. A Student Version of the PowerPoint. In PPT and PDF forms with a watermark across each slide. This version is ready to post digitally for students who need access to content after class (see Terms of Use below)
- 4. Guided notes. Includes both a fill-in-the-blank and a completed version to support differentiation and note-taking success.
- 5. Healthy Heart Island Mystery (45 minutes). A story-based case study where students play the role of a doctor investigating a mysterious island population with no heart disease
- 6. DNA Station Lab (60-80 minutes). A 4-station DNA lab covering DNA and chromosome structure & function.
Want the full experience? Grab this and EVERY resource I’ve made for Biology in my best-value Full Year Curriculum Bundle! It's the easiest way to bring consistency, creativity, and high-impact learning to your biology classroom all year long—while saving time and stress.
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Terms of Use:
- Sharing: This product is for single classroom use by the original purchaser only. If you wish to share with colleagues, please purchase additional licenses or refer them to my store.
- Editing: You may edit the text in this resource and add slides to fit your classroom needs.
However, you may not:- Repackage, resell, or post the edited version
- Remove the copyright footer or logo
- Extract any images or visuals to create a new resource
- Posting: You may post the flattened, watermarked student version for your students to access. You may also record your own voice over the slideshow for private class use (Google Classroom, Canvas, etc.), but not for public or commercial platforms like YouTube, Outschool, etc.
Reviews
If this resource worked well for you and your students, I’d be so grateful for your review! Reviews help other teachers make confident choices—and you’ll earn credit toward future purchases. Have an issue? Please email me before leaving feedback—I’ll work with you until you’re 100% satisfied.
Contact Me
Got questions or custom requests? Reach out via the Q&A section above or email me directly at AshleyLGrapes@gmail.com — I usually respond within the hour!
Clipart Acknowledgments
All images were either purchased with a commercial license or sourced from the public domain. The pictures of the cells going through mitosis were created by The Painted Crow...many thanks to this clipart artist!
Nucleic Acids (DNA & RNA) Structure and Function Lesson Bundle
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Description
DNA isn’t just another macromolecule—it’s the key to everything in biology: cell division, heredity, protein synthesis, and evolution. That’s why this complete lesson bundle introduces students to the structure and function of nucleic acids (DNA & RNA) in a clear, accessible way that builds background knowledge while keeping students engaged from start to finish.
This resource was designed to be taught in Unit 1: Biochemistry, alongside the other macromolecules, but can work as a standalone or review lesson anytime you need to build DNA understanding. It includes free guided notes that keep students active, organized, and focused and 2 aligned activities that are inquiry-based, mission-focused, and fun!
What you will receive in THIS download after purchase:
- 1. The PowerPoint. A clean, modern slideshow perfect for direct instruction. Use in Microsoft PowerPoint 365 (recommended) or Google Slides. Text boxes are fully editable. Background images are secured (non-editable for copyright reasons), but you can easily add or remove slides.
- 2. A recorded version of the PowerPoint - both an MP4 file and an unlisted YouTube link. Great for absent students, sub days, or flipped classrooms.
- 3. A Student Version of the PowerPoint. In PPT and PDF forms with a watermark across each slide. This version is ready to post digitally for students who need access to content after class (see Terms of Use below)
- 4. Guided notes. Includes both a fill-in-the-blank and a completed version to support differentiation and note-taking success.
- 5. Healthy Heart Island Mystery (45 minutes). A story-based case study where students play the role of a doctor investigating a mysterious island population with no heart disease
- 6. DNA Station Lab (60-80 minutes). A 4-station DNA lab covering DNA and chromosome structure & function.
Want the full experience? Grab this and EVERY resource I’ve made for Biology in my best-value Full Year Curriculum Bundle! It's the easiest way to bring consistency, creativity, and high-impact learning to your biology classroom all year long—while saving time and stress.
Relevant Links:
Terms of Use:
- Sharing: This product is for single classroom use by the original purchaser only. If you wish to share with colleagues, please purchase additional licenses or refer them to my store.
- Editing: You may edit the text in this resource and add slides to fit your classroom needs.
However, you may not:- Repackage, resell, or post the edited version
- Remove the copyright footer or logo
- Extract any images or visuals to create a new resource
- Posting: You may post the flattened, watermarked student version for your students to access. You may also record your own voice over the slideshow for private class use (Google Classroom, Canvas, etc.), but not for public or commercial platforms like YouTube, Outschool, etc.
Reviews
If this resource worked well for you and your students, I’d be so grateful for your review! Reviews help other teachers make confident choices—and you’ll earn credit toward future purchases. Have an issue? Please email me before leaving feedback—I’ll work with you until you’re 100% satisfied.
Contact Me
Got questions or custom requests? Reach out via the Q&A section above or email me directly at AshleyLGrapes@gmail.com — I usually respond within the hour!
Clipart Acknowledgments
All images were either purchased with a commercial license or sourced from the public domain. The pictures of the cells going through mitosis were created by The Painted Crow...many thanks to this clipart artist!
