DNA Base Pairings
1st GradeScience30 min
Learning Objective
I can describe DNA has different bases that link up with one another
Lesson Flow
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What is DNA and How Does it Work?
Science ABC
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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DNA is a giant molecule that looks like a twisted ladder.
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The rungs of the DNA ladder are made of four letters: A, T, G, and C.
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The cell's library, called the nucleus, holds the DNA, which tells the cell how to make proteins.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“DNA has four letters: A, T, C, and G. Which letter does A always link with?”
Teacher Guide
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