This website offers a clear definition of the science of Genetics, highlighting DNA and genes. There is a neat, easy-to-understand animated tour of the basics and an opportunity to go inside an animated cell. Student can build a DNA...

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

Read about the PTC gene, and listen to scientists discuss this accidental discovery which lead to important clues about human evolution.

For a concise summary of human blood types, this is a great resource. Discussion includes the topics of genotype, phenotype and agglutinins. There is also a nice pictorial table that summarizes the three blood types.

A complete, student-paced lesson on genetics and inheritance. Students work their way through illustrations and animated tutorials, and answer review questions along the way. There is a self-checking quiz at the end of the lesson.

Scientific information about the hereditary material in all living things, DNA. Also includes links to fact sheets for quick reference.