As I wrap up my CSI classes for another semester, I wanted to share one of my favorite websites for you to explore over the break. In the last few weeks, I have visited about 8 schools to substitute for math and science classes, and I have used my favorite genetics and cell site several times. Learn.genetics.utah.edu is a great site to cover cells, heredity, DNA, and current examples of all things genetics. I use the virtual labs to introduce students to real labs they will be doing. Whether I am teaching my college students or HS students, we always cover gel electrophoresis, blood typing, and/or DNA extraction and I learn something new each time. The website is very user friendly, and it is sponsored by the University of Utah.
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/
I also got good news this morning. I wrote a grant this Fall to Target to help fund a field trip to Boise so the students could go to the Discovery Center, and we were chosen to receive the money. I am so excited for our Fourth graders! So keep looking for funding opportunities...there are so many available!
Tomorrow morning my son and I leave for the State Robotics Competition. I will post updates throughout the competition...there are at least 5 Magic Valley teams going...and I am sure we will all have a great time!
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