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Role-playing the parts of chromosomes and centrioles, learners use large chromosome models and nylon cords (spindle fibers and cell membranes) to walk through the processes of mitosis and meiosis.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 14 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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In this laboratory experiment, learners explore how effectively different sunscreens protect yeast cells from damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Over $20 per group Ages 8 - adult 1 to 2 hours
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In order to examine the random nature of mutations and natural selection, learners "breed" clutches of Egyptian Origami Birds (Avis papyrus) using random number generators (dice and coins) to mutate s

$5 - $10 per group Ages 14 - 18 2 to 4 hours
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In this activity, learners model directed evolution by making paper fly. Learners construct and fly paper airplanes.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 8 - 18 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners explore how genetic switches function and the role of genetic switches in the process of evolution.

per group Ages 14 - adult 1 to 2 hours
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This guided inquiry three-part activity engages learners in thinking about the mechanism of natural selection by encouraging them to formulate questions that can be answered through scientific investi

$10 - $20 per group Ages 11 - 18 2 to 4 hours
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This guided inquiry three-part activity engages learners in thinking about the mechanism of natural selection through data collection and pattern recognition.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 11 - 18 1 to 2 hours