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

Digital Resources

DNA Digital Student Modeling Activity©

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  1. Download the PowerPoint or if you're using Google Slides, go to File, click Make a copy and save the Entire presentation. 
  2. Use the activity as it is or make it your own!  You can:
    • Edit the instructions and questions and add more.
    • Rearrange the slides.
    • Use the blank slide at the end to add content. (Duplicate the slide if you need more than one.)
  3. Assign the activity to your students through your school’s digital platform. Ask them to save and submit their finished work in slide format or as a PDF, using the naming conventions appropriate to your school or class.
  4. Share what you have done with us. We love to see how teachers use our materials!

Nucleotide Coloring Activity PDF

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