Bring the iconic double helix to life with this engaging and ready-to-use DNA structure lesson. Perfect for high school biology classrooms, homeschooling, or extension work, this digital resource helps students understand the molecular structure of DNA and its role in genetics, biotechnology, and modern science.
Students will explore:
The sugar-phosphate backbone and nitrogenous base pairs
The double helix shape and why it matters
How DNA's structure supports its function
What's Included:
Virtual DNA Model – An activity students can manipulate digitally
Canva Presentation – Introduce or review concepts with visuals
Teacher Guide/Overview – Lesson plan with tips for implementation
Formative Assessment Project – Apply knowledge through creative and critical thinking
Skills and Standards:
Aligned to NGSS
Builds scientific reasoning, structure-function understanding, and crosscutting concepts
Great for in-person, virtual, or hybrid learning
Format:
Digital Download (PDF with links to Google Slides, Canva and Docs)
Easy to assign on Google Classroom or print for in-class us
Perfect for:
Biology teachers
Substitute plans
Homeschool science
STEM enrichment
Back-to-school science units
Make DNA make sense—with visuals, interaction, and real-world connections your students won’t forget!
Bring the iconic double helix to life with this engaging and ready-to-use DNA structure lesson. Perfect for high school biology classrooms, homeschooling, or extension work, this digital resource helps students understand the molecular structure of DNA and its role in genetics, biotechnology, and modern science.
Students will explore:
The sugar-phosphate backbone and nitrogenous base pairs
The double helix shape and why it matters
How DNA's structure supports its function
What's Included:
Virtual DNA Model – An activity students can manipulate digitally
Canva Presentation – Introduce or review concepts with visuals
Teacher Guide/Overview – Lesson plan with tips for implementation
Formative Assessment Project – Apply knowledge through creative and critical thinking
Skills and Standards:
Aligned to NGSS
Builds scientific reasoning, structure-function understanding, and crosscutting concepts
Great for in-person, virtual, or hybrid learning
Format:
Digital Download (PDF with links to Google Slides, Canva and Docs)
Easy to assign on Google Classroom or print for in-class us
Perfect for:
Biology teachers
Substitute plans
Homeschool science
STEM enrichment
Back-to-school science units
Make DNA make sense—with visuals, interaction, and real-world connections your students won’t forget!