Born of Blood: Craft Stick Chromosomes
Source Institutions
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University of Texas Health Science Center
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In this activity, learners work in groups to match craft sticks that represent chromosomes. Learners must define critical attributes of their chromosomes as they look for matching chromosomes. When learners find their matches, they use a chromosome key card to number their chromosome pairs. Learners then create a karyotype of their chromosomes.
- Under 5 minutes
- 1 to 2 hours
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 11 - 18
- Activity, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Copies of Student Information pages (pages 7-9)
- Copies of Student Data Page (pages 11-12)
- Copy of Chromosome Pattern (page 10)
- 24 slim craft sticks in assorted colors per group of 4
- Metric rulers
- Scissors
- Colored markers
- Glue Stick
Subjects
- Life Sciences
- Cells
- Cell Division
- Chemistry of Life
- Heredity and Genetics
- Patterns of Heredity
- Human Genetics
- DNA Structure and Function
- Cells
Informal Categories
- Model Building
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All Rights Reserved, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Positively Aging / M.O.R.E., ©2007
Funding Sources:
- Science Education Partnership Award, R25 RR 18549
- National Center for Research Resources
- National Institute on Aging
- National Institutes of Health
