1st - 8th Grade Genetics and Traits Resources

Give students an opportunity to model how genes are passed down to offspring with the help of this Punnett squares worksheet!

Learn about the stages of mitosis with this helpful biology handout!

Show what you know about the cell cycle with this mitosis matching worksheet!

Students read about genetic mutations in order to understand how mutations affect organisms in this engaging life science worksheet!

Explore how traits are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors with this life science worksheet!

Explore the difference between asexual and sexual reproduction in organisms with this middle school science worksheet!

Record your notes as you learn about the cell cycle with this one-page template!

Learn the difference between behavioral and physical adaptations with this cut-and-paste worksheet for second and third graders!

Learn how to analyze DNA with this informative exercise designed for middle-grade students!

Use gel electrophoresis to solve an ice cream mystery in this fun worksheet!

 

Reunite a family and their long-lost dog with the help of DNA testing in this middle-grade worksheet!

Spot the saboteur by testing DNA in this exciting middle-grade worksheet!

What is the purpose of a hard shell or a long neck? Discover different adaptations with this matching worksheet for second and third graders!

Have you considered why elephants have trunks, or why polar bears have thick fur? Reflect on animal adaptations with this fourth-grade worksheet!