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In this Monster Genetics project, students demonstrate their understanding of inherited traits, engage in creative design, and strengthen their crafting skills.
Sewing materials
Felt
Craft materials like googly eyes, craft foam
Through the use of Punnett squares, students determine which alleles each monster will inherit from their monster parents, and then create model monsters using craft materials. Once each characteristic has been determined, students construct their monsters from craft materials like felt, buttons, sewing equipment, hot glue, etc.
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