Science6-8
Cellular Hierarchy of Heredity Graphic Organizers
By Kendall S.
A set of graphic organizers for 6th graders that maps how genetic information is stored, from the nucleus down to the gene, to accompany a DNA PowerPoint. Students fill in a nested brace map and key-term definitions, building vocabulary and the ability to organize scientific concepts from largest to smallest.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Pair this with your DNA PowerPoint as a note-taking companion: students complete the brace map while you present, which works well in a 30- to 45-minute lesson.
- Discussion question: Why does it make sense that a cell contains a nucleus, which holds chromosomes, which hold DNA, which is made of genes?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: provide a word bank or pre-fill the 'Cell' level and one additional level so students only need to place the remaining terms.
- Extension for advanced students: have them explain how a single gene can influence a trait passed from one generation to the next, using the definition of heredity.
- Estimated time: about 20 minutes for the organizer, plus discussion time as needed.
Science6-8
Cellular Hierarchy of Heredity Graphic Organizers
By Kendall S.
A set of graphic organizers for 6th graders that maps how genetic information is stored, from the nucleus down to the gene, to accompany a DNA PowerPoint. Students fill in a nested brace map and key-term definitions, building vocabulary and the ability to organize scientific concepts from largest to smallest.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Pair this with your DNA PowerPoint as a note-taking companion: students complete the brace map while you present, which works well in a 30- to 45-minute lesson.
- Discussion question: Why does it make sense that a cell contains a nucleus, which holds chromosomes, which hold DNA, which is made of genes?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: provide a word bank or pre-fill the 'Cell' level and one additional level so students only need to place the remaining terms.
- Extension for advanced students: have them explain how a single gene can influence a trait passed from one generation to the next, using the definition of heredity.
- Estimated time: about 20 minutes for the organizer, plus discussion time as needed.