Grade 12

Through role play, students step into the shoes of decision makers to solve complex issues where science, government, society and the environment intersect.

Grade 9, 10, 11, 12,

60-120 mins

Step into the role of a genomic epidemiologist and solve this simulated viral outbreak case.

Grade 10, 11, 12,

45-60 mins

See how different kinds of mutation can impact organism physiology with this LEGO tinkering activity.

Grade 10, 11, 12,

Work as a team to diagnose these real-world case studies of patients living with rare genetic diseases.

Grade 10, 11, 12,

60–120 mins

Learn about the science behind Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and explore perspectives surrounding one of the most complex GMO issues: food.

Grade 10, 11, 12,

60-120 mins

See how genetics research in BC is helping scientists understand more about salmon biology and ecology.

Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,

60-120 mins

Introduce your students to the fascinating world of genomes and genomics with this travelling exhibit stuffed with activities and resources.

Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,

60-120 mins

In this advanced version of our build-a-bee activity, learn about the process of DNA > RNA > protein and what happens to organisms when mutations arise.

Grade 11, 12,

30–60 mins

Extract and visualize DNA from cells using some basic household chemicals

Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,

0-30 mins

Witness the impact of mountain pine beetles on BC forests and learn how genetics might help slow their spread.

Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,

60-120 mins

This travelling exhibit introduces genetics and explains the importance of bees. The exhibit comes complete with colourful and engaging text panels, hands on activities and models.

Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,

60-120 mins

See how different kinds of mutation can impact organism physiology with this DIY version of our build-a-beetle activity.

Grade 10, 12,

30–60 mins