Description
Did you know that 80% of orange cats are male and 99% of calico cats are female? This engaging lesson will explain this phenomenon. Students will learn about cat fur color and how it is an X-linked Genetic Trait. Your students will love this real-life science!
What is included in this unit on fur color of cats?
- Lesson Plan
- Slide Show (editable)
- Two pages of Informational Text
- Comprehension Questions
- A Graph Page
- Two CER prompts
- Answer Keys
It is in Google™ Slides and a printable PDF
This is a great way to make heredity and genetics interesting for your students.
Can be used as an emergency sub plan or a no-prep lesson on heredity.







