Genetics Resources from the National Library of Medicine

Primary NN/LM MAR Contact: Lydia N. Collins / Consumer Health Coordinator / lydia@pitt.edu

These selected free resources are good starting points for information on health and wellness topics for K-12 students. Many resources are available in both English and Spanish and may include lesson plans, instructional templates, and resource lists.

• GeneEd
  • Suitable for Grades 9-12
  • A safe and useful resource to learn genetics
  • Developed in collaboration with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), teachers, and experts in genetics and genetic counseling

• Genetics Home Reference
• Suitable for Grades 6-12
• NLM's site for consumer information about genetic conditions, and the genes or chromosomes related to those conditions

• Harry Potter’s World
  • Suitable for Grades 6-12
  • Presents instructional resources for educators in middle schools, high schools, as well as in higher education institutions
  • Explore the genetics of the characters and the roots of the creatures and magic in the Harry Potter book series, in terms of Renaissance science and historical lore

• Science Primer
  • Suitable for Grades 7-12
  • Provides a basic introduction to the science and technology of genetics and genomes

• Additional Genetics resources: NN/LM MAR Health & Science Educators LibGuide