Genetics Key Terms Matching Cards (Biology, Vocabulary, Heredity)

Learning key terms in any unit is essential but can often leave students glassy-eyed and dozing off…this hands on product offers a way to teach vocabulary and other important terms and keep students engaged at the same time.

Genetics key terms include: phenotype, mutation, DNA, hybrid, homozygous, carrier, and many others.

Product includes: 56 cards (28 key terms on blue cards/28 definitions on hot pink), instructor answer key, student worksheet with terms (they add definitions)

Ideas on ways to use cards:
Individual, pairs, or small groups to match cards
Students research terms in your text, internet, power point, etc and complete student worksheet. Then use matching cards for reinforcement and review.
Divide the cards in half or thirds to make multiple assignments- easier for students to manage.
I usually circulate to check student progress and answers. Sometimes, depending on the class, I provide a copy of the answer key for students to check their own work.

Ideal for a Life Science or Biology course and cards can be laminated and reused.