Fantastic DNA
Fantastic DNA! is a primary school outreach session involving activities based on the topic of DNA. The Cell EXPLORERS Fantastic DNA! School Roadshow is funded by a Science Foundation Ireland Discover award, which allows the DkIT Cell EXPLORERS team led by Suzanne and Caroline to visit schools in their localities.
During the session, the children get to do an experiment following a protocol and using equipment brought into the classroom, just as a scientist would do in a lab. In this way the Fantastic DNA! Roadshow allows the children to experience what it is like to work as a scientist. We also introduce the children to important biological concepts such as cells being the basic unit of life and DNA as the instruction book for the cell.
This session is aimed at senior cycle primary school children (designed for 5th & 6th class, adapted for 3rd & 4th).
For more information please check out our website at www.cellexplorers.com/fantasticdna