Aligned with TEKS 8.13B

This Function of Genes Bundle covers 8th Grade TEKS 8.13B. This comprehensive bundle includes every lesson/activity needed in order to teach the function of genes (see below for resources included).
Aligned with TEKS 8.13B

Resources included in this bundle:

Function of Genes Warm-Up (TEKS 8.13B)

  • Identifying the function of DNA
  • Levels of genetic organization
  • Inherited Traits vs. Acquired Traits Venn diagram
  • Short answer questions
  • Multiple choice practice


Function of Genes - PowerPoint and Notes (TEKS 8.13B)

  • DNA Organization
  • Function of Genes
  • Inherited Traits
  • Acquired Traits
  • Diagram
  • Checkpoint - 5 questions
  • 2 Versions of Student Notes Pages - Full Size and Interactive Notebook Format
  • Modified Student Notes Pages
  • Student Notes Pages Answer Key
  • Editable Text - PowerPoint and Notes Pages


Function of Genes Literacy Article (TEKS 8.13B)

  • 2 Versions of Article (Regular and Modified)
  • Student Question Companion Sheet
  • Answer Key
  • Suggestions for Use


Function of Genes S.C.I.E.N.C.E. Stations (TEKS 8.13B)

  • Teacher Guide for implementing S.C.I.E.N.C.E. Stations (PRINT and READ FIRST)
  • S.C.I.E.N.C.E. Station Signage
  • General Directions for students
  • Teacher Setup for specific stations
  • 7 station activities
  • Student recording sheet and answer key
  • Color and B&W options for all printable materials
  • Tutorial for assigning "Challenge" cards and creating a PIN (video and written)


Function of Genes - Task Cards (TEKS 8.13B)

  • Key vocabulary (ex. gene, chromosome, DNA, trait, inherited trait, acquired trait, etc.)
  • Analyzing functions of genes
  • Comparing and contrasting inherited and acquired traits
  • True/False practice
  • Multiple choice practice
  • Student recording sheets (PDF and editable version)
  • Answer Key for teacher reference (PDF and editable version)
  • Editable task card template to add your own questions


Function of Genes Homework/Activity Sheet (TEKS 8.13B)

  • Homework/Activity Sheet (editable and PDF)
  • Answer Key (editable and PDF)


Function of Genes Assessment (TEKS 8.13B)

  • 35 Question Pre-Made Assessment
  • Assessment Answer Key (2 Versions - Complete and Quick Check Formats)
  • Question Bank containing 57 questions
  • Question Bank Answer Key (2 Versions - Complete and Quick Check Formats)
  • All files come in EDITABLE and PDF formats


Also included in the bundle:

  • Function of Genes Exit Tickets (TEKS 8.13B)
  • Function of Genes Interactive Notebook Pages (TEKS 8.13B)