Interpret a Punnett square to predict possible genetic combinations passed from parents to offspring during sexual reproduction SPI 0707.4.4

Links being verified on 4/5/2024

 

1. Easter Egg Genetics - using plastic easter eggs to teach the Punnett square
2. Genetics Practice Problems - large number of interactive questions
3. Genetics Puppets - use simple mouse puppets to facilitate an understanding of how genes are transmitted from parent to offspring in a simulated genetics experiment  
4. How to Teach Punnett Squares and Genetics Using Aliens! from Science by Sinai
5. How to Use a Punnett Square - key terms and examples
6. Model For A Monohybrid Cross Exhibiting Simple Dominance 
7. Monohybrid Cross Problem Set - The following problems have multiple choice answers. Correct answers are reinforced with a brief explanation. Incorrect answers are linked to tutorials to help solve the problem. - [advanced] Dihybrid Cross Problem Set - The following problems have multiple choice answers. Correct answers are reinforced with a brief explanation. Incorrect answers are linked to tutorials to help solve the problem.
8. Probability and Heredity - You will simulate Mendel's experiments by substituting coins for plant characteristics. You will then compare what you had expected with what actually happened.  
9. Punnett Square Cheat Sheet - several worked examples
10. Punnett Square Diagram of a Monohybrid Cross - Refresh the page to see the animation repeat.
11. Punnett Squares - Predicting the possible genotypes and phenotypes from a genetic cross is often aided by a Punnett square
12. Understanding Genetics: Punnett Squares - understand dominant and recessive traits and the probability of specific genetic outcomes
13. Worked example: Punnett squares - a video from Khan Academy

site for teachers | PowerPoint show | Acrobat document | Word document | whiteboard resource | sound | video format | interactive lesson | a quiz | lesson plan | to print