Inherited Traits Lesson Plans & Worksheets Reviewed by Teachers

Trinity University

Trinity University: Inherited Traits Versus Learned Behaviors [4Th Grade]

For Teachers 3rd - 5th

In this extremely detailed unit, learners will learn the about innate and learned characteristics in animals and humans through a series of teacher and student-led discussions, readings, reflections, learning activities, and...

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Utah STEM Foundation

Utah Stem Action Center: Inherited Traits

For Teachers 3rd - 5th

Ever wondered why you might look like your parents? Or an animal cub my look like its mom? Learn about inherited traits with this quick and easy lesson.

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PurposeGames

Purpose Games: Inherited Traits vs. Learned Behavior

For Students 3rd - 7th

Choose the picture that shows a learned behavior or an inherited trait.

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Tom Richey

Linked in Learning: Inherited Traits

For Students 3rd - 5th

Use this slideshow to teach your class the difference between inherited and learned traits. Includes a survey of traits, a data table, a chart with examples of inherited traits, and questions to spur engagement and discussion.

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University of Utah

University of Utah: Genetic Science Learning Center: Traits Activities

For Students 3rd - 8th

A collection of genetic learning activities provides an engaging way to learn about traits, or better understand disease risk.

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Better Lesson

Better Lesson: Why Are Some Animal Groups So Successful?

For Teachers 2nd - 4th

Using squirrels as an example, young scholars will understand that some animal groups' inherited traits enable them to adapt and spread into many environments. Included in this lesson are videos showing the lesson in action, discussion...

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CommonLit

Common Lit: "Don't Hate on the Trait" by Bird Brain Science

For Students 4th - 5th Standards

CommonLit.org is a wonderful resource to use in a Language Arts classroom. Each story or article is accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. In addition, students can click on words to see...

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CPALMS

Cpalms: Inherited and Learned Behaviors

For Students 3rd - 5th

View this slideshow containing vibrant pictures, examples, and easy to understand text to learn the difference between inherited and acquired traits.

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Michigan Reach Out

Michigan Reach Out: Genetics: You Are Unique

For Teachers 3rd - 8th

For this lesson plan, students learn basic genetics by identifying their inherited traits.

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eSchool Today

E School Today: Your Cool Tips on Genetics

For Students 3rd - 8th

Explains basic genetics concepts, including genes, DNA, chromosomes, sex chromosomes, how traits are inherited, genetic variation, cloning, and stem cells.

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Concord Consortium

Concord Consortium: Stem Resources: The Virtual Field

For Students 3rd - 5th

A virtual lab that explores how offspring inherit different traits from their parents. Investigate these traits both in animals and plants. Understand that variations in offspring can lead to traits that allow survival. Lab includes...

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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Mendelian Inheritance Study Guide

For Students 4th - 9th

Review the processes of basic Mendelian genetics.

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Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agricultural Literacy Curriculum: From Chicken Little to Chicken Big

For Teachers 3rd - 5th

Students will identify different breeds of chickens, examine physical characteristics, and determine the stages of a chicken's life cycle.

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Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State University: Ag in the Classroom: Hairy Heredity [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th

A simulation where students flip coins to mimic how parents pass genetic traits to their offspring through heredity. This activity also illustrates the difference between dominant and recessive genes, and how they interact with each...

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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Science Education Center: Natural Selection: Common Misconceptions

For Students 3rd - 8th

This video explores the misconceptions that students hold about natural selection. Go inside your student's heads to see what they are thinking during a lesson on evolution. Follow these suggestions for addressing these common...

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