DNA Paper Model 1

DNA Paper Model

Biology
9
th
Grade


Overview
Students will learn about the structure of DNA, the different parts of DNA, and
how they interact with each other. They will complete their DNA paper model
the first half of class and take a quiz on DNA structure the second half of class.
Objectives
Students will understand what a nucleotide is.
Students will know how a phosphate group, carbon sugar molecule,
and nitrogen base play a role in the DNA structure.
Students will know the 4 nitrogenous bases Adenine, Thymine,
Cytosine, and Guanine.
Students will understand how the Double Helix is formed.
Will understand base pairs and know which nitrogenous bases pair
up together.
Activities
Continue with the paper model.
Continue with the DNA Structure Coloring Sheet
Students will take a DNA structure quiz the second half of class.
Adaptations
If a student is unable to manipulate the paper due to dexterity issues,
the student can partner up with a classmate.
If a student needs accommodations, labels will be put on the paper
model guiding the student to connect the model in the right places.
A student can use a pre-made model as an example.
Students who have a difficult time remembering information due to a
specific learning disability will have the option of using their notes for
the quiz.
Evaluation
A quiz on DNA structure will be given the second half of class.

Materials
Paper Model Template
Scissors
Glue and/or tape
DNA Structure Coloring Sheet
Colored Pencils
DNA Structure Quiz
Other Resources
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6P
P-C4udkA
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/m
olecules/




DNA Paper Model 2