Double Helix Student Modeling Pack Teacher Resources

Activities and Recommendations

1. Build a 12 base-pair DNA model. Twist and untwist the double helix.
2. Model DNA replication. Start with the gray sugar-phosphate backbones and nucleotides in separate piles.
3. Cut each gray backbone in half. Build a 6 base-pair DNA model. Twist into a double helix, then untwist and replicate.  

Links

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Digital Resources

Dynamic DNA Kit^© videos

Flow of Genetic Information Kit^© videos

Digital Student Modeling Activities^©

Nucleotide Coloring Activity PDF

Teacher Tips

• Be gentle. The foam can tear if too much force is used. 
• Refer to our DNA Starter Kit^© resources for more instructions.
• Disinfecting Kits
• Contact us with any questions.