In Class Visits

Geneskool North – in class visits
You provide the classroom and students, we'll provide the learning and fun!
Our science educators will come to your classroom with a presentation about genetics & an engaging activity for your students.

We can present several activities in your classroom:

  1. Alien Babies
    A hands-on activity designed to explain inheritance from parent to child.
    (Grades 8-10, 30-40 min.)
  2. DNA code bracelets
    This introduces the concept of the DNA code. Students use the DNA codon table and coloured beads to make a bracelet of their name. (Grades 4-10, 20 min.)
  3. DNA extraction
    Students get to mash a kiwi and use various reagents to extract DNA from the cells. Activity includes an introduction about DNA. (Grades 8 – 12, 30-40 min.)
  4. Edible DNA
    Make a DNA double helix out of marshmallows or fruit and licorice.
    (Grades 4- 10, 20 min.)
  5. Karyotyping puzzles
    Students explore the genome at the chromosome level. They match up chromosome pairs and can detect chromosomal abnormalities (Grades 8-12, 30 min.)
  6. Lost in Translation
    Students create an insect (bee or mountain pine beetle) but some of the instructions are changed to mimic types of mutations (Grades 8-12, 40 min.)
  7. Mini investigation
    Students do a DNA extraction, analyze fingerprints and DNA gel electrophoresis results to solve a mystery. There are two versions available: death or pet-napping
    (Grades 8-12, 1 hour to 1 hour 15 min.)

Important Information

  • In the Prince George, in-class visits can be arranged anytime throughout the year.
  • Throughout northern British Columbia, visits can be arranged based on our travel schedule. Contact us to find out when we may be in your area.
  • Each session can be customized to meet the unique needs of your classroom.
  • Presentation topic, length and learning outcome focus can be modified to best support your teaching plans.
  • In-class visits are available free of charge to teachers & community groups in BC.

For more information or bookings, please contact us
By Phone: 250.617.3614
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