GENETICS: BREAKING THE CODE OF YOUR DNA

Book ID/图书代码： 12580018C00023

English Summary/英文概要： Why do children resemble their parents and siblings? Introducing young readers to the fascinating world of genetics, this educational resource presents the main concepts of the science, including what a chromosome does, how DNA is structured, and how genetic inheritance works. Students learn about new discoveries in the field of genetics and how those discoveries have helped to cure or even prevent certain diseases, as well as examine controversial issues in genetics such as genetically modified foods and stem cell research. Combining inquiry-based, age-appropriate activities with biology, Genetics: Breaking the Code of Your DNA features graphic novel illustrations, fascinating sidebars, and a glossary of important vocabulary to illuminate the complex world of genetics and bring it to life. Projects include building 3D DNA double helix models, extracting DNA, using a Punnet Square to predict an offspring’s probability of inheritance, and evaluating the benefits and risks of genetically engineering a new species. Additional materials include a list of current reference works, websites, and Internet resources.

Genetics meets common core state standards in language arts for reading informational text and literary nonfiction and is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards. Guided Reading Levels and Lexile measurements indicate grade level and text complexity.nce

Chinese Summary/中文概要： 为什么孩子像他们的父母和兄弟姐妹?向年轻读者介绍迷人的遗传学世界，这一教育资源提出了科学的主要概念，包括染色体做什么，DNA是如何构造的，以及基因遗传如何工作。

Awards/获奖情况：Genetics: Breaking the Code of Your DNA School Library Journal". . . A solid STEM resource recommended for general interest as well as supplemental curricular use."

National Science Teachers Association (NSTA RECOMMENDS)". . . Where was this book when I was studying genetics? The concepts are written in an easy to understand format. Simply by reading the timeline and history of genetics timeline, the reader is able to see the importance of this field of study and the advances that scientists have made . . ."

Booklist ". . . A solid resource that shows life science and biology students the practicalities and marvels of genetics."

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About the Author/作者介绍： 中文推介/Sandy2021-8-6

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