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Download these great worksheets to learn more about genetics. These fun and educational activities have been created for school students ranging from K – 12 and are designed to complement the school curriculum. Great to use on Jeans for Genes Day or at any time of the year!
Primary School Resources
High School Resources
Postcards
Primary School
Jeans Helix
DNA shaped jeans to colour in and cut out. Decorate the classroom in denim!
Crossword
Solve crossword clues and have some fun with science (grade 4+).
Findaword
Students learn what's really in their genes, great for english and science skills (grade 2+).
Genetic Traits Card
Investigate the weird and wonderful genetic traits of your class to reveal more about what makes us who and what we are! Accompanied by teacher notes.
Gene Genius
A fact sheet for teachers covering the basics of genetics - great for a short lesson on Jeans for Genes Day!
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High School
Careers Profiles
Profiles of staff working at the CMRI, including high school experiences, tertiary courses studied and future directions.
Imagine you’re a gene therapist
An interactive classroom activity to teach students about genes, genetic disease, inheritance, DNA technology and the challenges of cutting edge medical science (including ethical issues). Accompanied by detailed teacher notes.
Trivia Quiz
Quiz students on their genetic know-how or as a lunchtime trivia game with prizes on Jeans for Genes Day (grade 9+).
Crossword
Test students problem solving with these clever science clues (grade 9+). Accompanied by teacher notes.
Karyotyping
A hands-on paper activity to cut-out, sort and analyse human chromosomes and genetic disorders (grade 9+). Accompanied by teacher notes.
DIY DNA Extraction Experiment
Simple practical experiment for students to extract DNA from onions; also explains how the experts do it in real scientific experiments (grade 7+). Accompanied by teacher notes.
DIY Electrophoresis Experiment
An entirely do-able experiment that allows students to investigate the concept of gel electrophoresis using equipment you can buy at the supermarket! Accompanied by a student worksheet and teacher notes.
CMRI Talk quiz
A pre-talk activity designed to encourage students to think about biotechnology and genetics, and prepare any questions they may have for the CMRI presenter. Accompanied by teacher notes.
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Scientific Postcards
A series of four postcards of stunning photos taken down a microscope are being given out for free with our school talks, at science expos and on tour around NSW in August.
Download a sample.
The postcards are proudly supported by Kimberly-Clark Australia.
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