Dive into the fascinating world of animal genetics in this engaging, hands-on 18 page unit designed for curious upper primary and high school learners. Students will explore how animals inherit traits, patterns, colours, behaviours and physical features through real-world investigations into cats, dogs, horses, pigeons and other animals. From coat colours and eye variations to selective breeding and inherited conditions, learners will uncover how genetics shapes the animal world around them.
This unit combines science, research, creativity and critical thinking through practical projects, observation tasks, animal case studies, visual journals, model-making, hands-on experiments and inquiry-based learning. Students will investigate dominant and recessive traits, DNA, Punnett squares, adaptations, mutations and ethical questions surrounding breeding and genetic selection.
Designed to feel exciting rather than textbook-heavy, this unit encourages deep learning through real-world application, project-based activities and student-led investigations while supporting strong links to the Australian Curriculum v9 Science outcomes. Perfect for animal lovers, visual learners and students who thrive with meaningful, interest-led learning experiences.
Dive into the fascinating world of animal genetics in this engaging, hands-on 18 page unit designed for curious upper primary and high school learners. Students will explore how animals inherit traits, patterns, colours, behaviours and physical features through real-world investigations into cats, dogs, horses, pigeons and other animals. From coat colours and eye variations to selective breeding and inherited conditions, learners will uncover how genetics shapes the animal world around them.
This unit combines science, research, creativity and critical thinking through practical projects, observation tasks, animal case studies, visual journals, model-making, hands-on experiments and inquiry-based learning. Students will investigate dominant and recessive traits, DNA, Punnett squares, adaptations, mutations and ethical questions surrounding breeding and genetic selection.
Designed to feel exciting rather than textbook-heavy, this unit encourages deep learning through real-world application, project-based activities and student-led investigations while supporting strong links to the Australian Curriculum v9 Science outcomes. Perfect for animal lovers, visual learners and students who thrive with meaningful, interest-led learning experiences.
