Credits & References

        Most of this quest came from watching my Science Club students become so excited about doing their own DNA Day party.  They had more fun getting ready for the party than anything else they did all year.  They spent hours finding much of the sites that were used on this quest.  They came up with clever food to be served and the projects were wonderful.

        I did not use extra graphics because I wanted the students to get excited about finding cool pictures on their own.

        I suggest reading the following books for both teachers and students

                The Dark Lady of DNA by Brenda Maddox

                The Double Helix be James Watson

        If you would like to make a quest like this one for your classroom, go to The WebQuest Page .  Follow the direction and have fun. 

        If you have any questions about DNA Day parties, please email me at kimh@newdealisd.net I will do what I can to help.

        I would like to thank Dr. Karl Mahan for introducing me to this fabulous way to bring students inside the learning process.  I would also like to thank Dr. Cathy Morton for suggesting Dr. Mahan’s class to me.  Last but not least, thanks to my kids for being patient with me while I “played” on the computer to create this quest for my students and for yours.