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Thinking Like Mendel: The Basics of Genetics and Heredity
Students can work individually, in pairs, or small groups to simulate "thinking like Mendel" using the data he collected in his gardens. Students will (hopefully) draw similar conclusions about the fundamentals of inheritance as they work through the assignment. I use this task BEFORE teaching Punnett squares in an effort to have students understand the methodology/logic of Mendel's procedures. Updated March 2025
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Dominant & Recessive Alleles Doodle Notes & Quiz + PowerPoint | NGSS Genetics
Give your students a clear, engaging introduction to how traits are inherited with this Doodle Notes™, Quiz, and PowerPoint bundle! This differentiated, NGSS-aligned resource helps students understand allele pairs, genotype patterns, and vocabulary like dominant, recessive, pure, hybrid, and homozygous — all with visual support and built-in practice. What’s Included: Doodle Notes™ (PDF) ✔ 3 versions: full, partially filled, and blank ✔ Definitions of dominant and recessive alleles ✔ Covers h
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
NGSS
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Biology Cornell Notes - Mendelian Genetics, Incomplete Dominance, Codominance
Want your high school students to have better note-taking skills? Cornell notes are a great training tool for your students and they fit perfectly into interactive notebooks or binders. This set of Cornell notes and PowerPoints provides enough detail for a full unit on heredity. PLEASE NOTE: This resource is part of my Biology Cornell Notes Bundle and the Full Biology Curriculum, which also includes activities, labs, Doodle Notes, and assessments!Topics include: Gregor Mendel, pea plants, trai
9th - 11th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
Punnett Squares Doodle Notes & Quiz + PowerPoint | Genetics & Heredity Science
Help your students master Punnett Squares and fundamental genetics concepts with this interactive and differentiated resource! Perfect for middle school science and introductory biology, this bundle combines visual Doodle Notes, a comprehension quiz, and a ready-to-use PowerPoint presentation to support students in understanding genotype, phenotype, and how traits are inherited. What’s Included: Doodle Notes PDF – 3 scaffolded versions Answer Key – Full-color filled-in reference Understanding C
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
NGSS
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Genetics Doodle Notes Growing Bundle with Quizzes & PowerPoints | Heredity
Transform how you teach genetics with this growing bundle of engaging, NGSS-aligned Doodle Notes—each one scaffolded to build student understanding through creativity, differentiation, and visual learning. Every set includes a quiz (PDF + Google Form) and a full-color PowerPoint & Google Slides presentation, making it easier than ever to cover essential life science topics with clarity and confidence. Designed for grades 6–10, this growing bundle helps your students grasp even the trickiest co
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Biology
NGSS
HS-LS3-3
, HS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-1
+3
Interactive Genetics Tutorial: Mendelian Inheritance (Punnett squares)
During this tutorial, students will read and navigate their way through animations, review questions, and various diagrams to learn the basic patterns of genetic inheritance as discovered by Gregor Mendel in a unique and easy to follow manner. This is NOT a simple PowerPoint presentation where students are shown bullet point main ideas. This is a completely interactive tutorial that requires student answers in order to proceed. Students will begin with an introduction to genetics. They will prog
6th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Genetics and Heredity Inherited Traits and Learned Behaviors PowerPoint
An engaging PowerPoint presentation on genetics and heredity that includes inherited traits, instincts, acquired traits and more. The 55-slide presentation is a blend of clip art and high-quality photographs that appeal to young students. Optimum for elementary science grades 3-5, the resource covers physical traits, inherited traits, instincts, acquired traits, learned behavior and an introduction to DNA and genes. Resource targets content covered by typical state elementary science standardiz
2nd - 5th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
Also included in: Genetics and Heredity Activity Unit Bundle Elementary Science Curriculum
Bill Nye S5E3 Genes video follow along about genetics (includes answer key)
Bill Nye S5E3 Genes video follow along
I used this as an introduction to genetic with my 7th grade classes.
Very easy to follow (first 9 questions go in order with the video)
Multiple choice for questions 1-9, 10-12 are short response questions.
12 total questions.
Topics covered include.
What DNA is and what is is made of.
Chromosomes
Hybrids
Genetic traits that are passed
Human reproductive cells
This is also good so students can focus on watching the video, and not spend a bunch of ti
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
Hardy Weinberg Population Genetics Task Cards - Mechanisms of Evolution
This is a set of 95 enrichment, reinforcement and review task cards for your lessons on the Evolution of Populations, population genetics, speciation, and the Hardy Weinberg equation. Both printable and digital versions are included. Students will identify sources of genetic variation and will answer questions about the Hardy-Weinberg Principle, patterns of natural selection, and speciation. Students will use their critical thinking skills to solve many Hardy-Weinberg problems. Key vocabular
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RST.9-10.4
, RST.9-10.5
, RST.9-10.7
+3
Also included in: High School Biology Curriculum Bundle - Full Year Course with Labs
Genetics (Mendelian) History PowerPoint: (free Punnett square worksheet)
This PowerPoint presentation explains the history of Mendelian Genetics as he experimented with pea plants. This presentation also explains how to complete and analyze Punnett squares using the information learned from Gregor Mendel. This is NOT a typical PowerPoint that shows main idea bullet points. This PowerPoint is complete with engaging graphics and animations to better assist with comprehension. Better yet, you can preview the entire PowerPoint on my YouTube channel prior to purchase to m
6th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Genetics Vocab Biology Puzzles Bundle DNA, Protein Synthesis & Meiosis Review
Are your high school science students struggling to master the complex terminology of genetics, protein synthesis, and cell division? Introducing the Genetics Vocabulary Puzzles Bundle | DNA, Protein Synthesis & Meiosis Review, your ultimate solution for transforming challenging biology concepts into exciting learning opportunities. This comprehensive bundle is meticulously designed to save you valuable prep time while simultaneously boosting student engagement and comprehension across essential
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
NGSS
HS-LS3-3
, HS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-1
+2
30 Question Genetics Test W/ Answer Key
Look no further for the perfect Genetics test for your students. Believe me, I looked all over to find the right test for my students. Found only bits and pieces that I liked, so I made my own. Now your hunt is over! Content covers: Punnet Square, Mitosis vs Meiosis, Inheritance, Karyotypes, Alleles, Dominance vs Recessive, Sex linked Traits, and much more!This file is awesome because it includes 3 files in 1. PDF Version of TestDOCX Version of TestPDF of Answer Key
7th - 12th, Higher Education
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Biology Case File Mini Bundle #1 Cases 1-5 | Cells, Genetics, Ecology Mysteries
Are you tired of the same old "cookie-cutter" worksheets? Do you need engaging, high-rigor activities that force students to think critically without requiring hours of prep on your part? Start your collection with Volume 1 of the best-selling Biology Case Files series! This bundle includes the first 5 interactive mystery labs at a 25% discount. From solving a high-stakes inheritance dispute to stopping a viral outbreak at a high school, these activities turn your students into Forensic Sci
8th - 10th
Basic Principles, Biology, Environment
Bull Selection Activity | Beef Cattle Genetics | High School Animal Science CTE
Bull selection is the most important genetic decision a beef producer makes — and this activity puts students in the producer's seat. Using a fictional 5-bull catalog with realistic EPD data, students work through three real-world ranch scenarios and justify their selections using data. ✅ WHAT'S INCLUDED: • Student activity — 5 pages • Teacher answer key — 5 pages with full model answers for every question • PDF + editable Word (.docx) versions of both 📋 HOW IT WORKS: Students receive an EPD Qu
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Genetics - Punnet Squares w/ worksheet
This powerpoint lesson is on PUNNET SQUARES. It is part of the GENETICS unit.
The material covered is based on solving and understanding Punnet Squares. There are several practice problems and independent problems to solve. Students are also asked to solve Punnet Squares for codominance and incomplete dominance as well as identify the phenotype and genotype percentages of the results.
The powerpoint includes images, information,videos and real life examples. It also includes lesson plans
7th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
7th Grade Science DNA/Genetics JEOPARDY REVIEW
This interactive Jeopardy game includes answers/questions for the topics of Genetics/DNA/Asexual and Sexual Reproduction...including Punnet Squares, DNA sequences, Meiosis, etc.
There is also a "FLASHBACK FRIDAY" category that includes various 7th grade topics
The final category includes a variety of trending topics from 2016 your students are sure to love!
7th - 8th
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
Pigeonetics Guided Activity | Genetics Simulation | Dominant & Recessive Traits
Make genetics click for your students! This no-prep, NGSS-aligned guided activity uses the FREE Pigeonetics simulation from the University of Utah to teach dominant and recessive traits, sex chromosomes, and allele inheritance — all through pigeon breeding. Students love the interactive simulation, and you’ll love the zero-prep setup. 🧬 🪶 WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN How sex chromosomes work in birds (ZW system vs. human XY system)The difference between dominant and recessive traitsWhy recessive
8th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
NGSS
HS-LS1-2
, HS-LS1-1
, HS-LS1-3
Genetics Escape Room – Digital & Printable Game
Ready to review genetics in a way your students will never forget? This escape room is packed with 5 engaging challenges that reinforce essential biology concepts like Punnett squares, vocabulary, probability, and genetic disorders—all while building critical thinking and collaboration skills. What’s Included: 5 student-friendly puzzle sets (printable or digital) Google Slides version (editable) Teacher instructions + answer keys Optional Google Form escape route (build-it-yourself) Cover
8th - 10th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Also included in: Science Escape Room Bundle – Engaging Middle School Science Games
Genetics Unit | Genetic Materials, Mendelian Genetics and Inheritance Patterns
This curriculum includes a full lesson and activity set for teaching a complete unit of Genetics including Genetic Materials, Mendelian Genetics and Inheritance Patterns. Genetics - This unit is Unit 6 from my Biology High School Complete Curriculum - 1 YearUnit - Genetics - Main TopicsGenetic Material Mendelian GeneticsInheritance PatternsIncludes: 2 Lessons5 ActivitiesIncludes: Genetic MaterialsStructure of NucleotidesFunctions of Nucleic AcidsHumans vs. ChimpsDNA vs. RNANitrogenous basesD
9th - 11th
Basic Principles, Biology, Earth Sciences
Animal & Pet Genetics Worksheet | Punnett Squares, Inheritance (NGSS Biology)
Why do puppies from the same litter sometimes look completely different?This interest-based Animal & Pet Genetics Worksheet engages students by connecting Mendelian genetics to a familiar and high-interest context: pets. Through a short story-based introduction, students explore how inherited traits such as fur color can vary among offspring—even when animals share the same parents and environment. Using a scientifically accurate, simplified inheritance model, students complete Punnett squar
7th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
NGSS
HS-LS3-1
, HS-LS3-2
Also included in: Mendelian Genetics Interest-Based Worksheets | Biology Bundle (NGSS)
Genetics and Heredity - Complete Unit
genotype, phenotype, dominant, recessive, traits, hybrid, purebred, gene, Punnett square, Gregor Mendel, laboratory experiments, science fair project, project display board, grading rubric, lab report outline, probability
This is a comprehensive collection of activities, laboratory experiments, practice worksheets, notes, and resources for teaching middle school and introductory level high school genetics. Activities were created to serve a diverse classroom with variety of learning styles. T
6th - 9th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Meiosis Vocabulary Biology Puzzles | Genetics Word Search & Crossword Review
Struggling to find engaging ways to reinforce complex biological concepts for your High School Science students? Introducing the Meiosis Vocabulary Puzzles | Genetics Word Search & Crossword Review, a meticulously crafted resource designed to make learning about meiosis an interactive and memorable experience. This comprehensive set provides teachers with a powerful tool to deepen students' understanding of essential genetics terminology, saving valuable planning time while significantly boostin
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
NGSS
HS-LS3-3
, HS-LS3-2
DNA and RNA Vocabulary Biology Puzzles Genetics Word Search & Crossword Review
Struggling to find engaging ways to solidify essential genetics vocabulary for your high school science students? Make your biology classroom come alive with targeted vocabulary practice that truly sticks. Introducing the DNA and RNA Vocabulary Puzzles | Genetics Word Search & Crossword Review, a meticulously crafted resource designed to boost comprehension and retention of critical molecular biology concepts. This bundle offers a variety of engaging activities that will save you valuable prep t
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
NGSS
HS-LS3-1
Population Genetics Biology Vocabulary Crossword & Word Search Puzzle Activity
Are your high school biology students struggling to grasp the complex vocabulary of population genetics and evolution? Introducing "Population Genetics Vocabulary Puzzles | Gene Pool, Allele Frequency & Evolution Review," the ultimate engaging resource designed to solidify understanding for your 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade science classes. This comprehensive puzzle set is meticulously crafted to save you valuable planning time while ensuring your students master critical terms and concepts,
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
NGSS
HS-LS4-2
, HS-LS4-3
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