Jeans for Genes Day have developed four new
films and supporting resources to help students get to grips with
the complex topics associated with genes and genetics.
Each film has accompanying
teachers' notes, activity sheets and discussion ideas, as well
as ready-made assemblies to download.
"These
powerful new films and resources will revolutionise the way pupils
learn about genes and genetics. [They] will be vital in helping
pupils to be more understanding of the differences in others and
really appreciate what makes us all unique."
Caroline Harding, CEO of Genetic Disorders
UK
This year meet the four new young
film stars sharing their personal experiences of learning to live
with a genetic disorder:
- Ashley is 11 and has Treacher Collins syndrome meaning he was
born without a jaw, cheekbones and ears. Ashley shows us how
he gets around the daily challenges that his symptoms present and
how he deals with the bullying that he has experienced as a
result.
www.genesareus.org/filmlibrary/ashleysstory
- Luke's mum has Huntington's Disease and he has a 50% chance of
inheriting it from her. Will he take the test when he reaches 18 to
find out if he has the faulty gene? Luke's Story shows what
it's like for him to be a 17 year old grappling with such complex
decisions and what impact his mum's condition has on his
life.
View the video at www.genesareus.org/keystage4/lukesstory
Luke and his mum (c) Genetic
Disorders UK
- 10 year old Tamilore has Sickle Cell Anaemia and often
experiences debilitating pain. His limited physical health has a
knock on effect on his education, hobbies and acceptance by others.
Learn about the biology behind Sickle Cell Anaemia and how Tamilore
copes with his condition.
www.genesareus.org/keystage2/tamiloresstory
- Imagine having to spend 1.5 hours every morning just to take
medicine to keep you healthy. 16 year old Ryan actively
chooses activities that help to alleviate his symptoms and prolong
his life, from playing football to playing the trumpet. Learn what
precautions Ryan has to take to keep his Cystic Fibrosis under
control.
www.genesareus.org/keystage4/ryansstory
Created in partnership with Nowgen
and The Progress Educational Trust, the newest additions to the
range are suitable for Key Stages 1- 4 and are all linked to the
national PSHE, science and genetics curricula. They include a
series of compelling four minute films that introduce pupils to
children living with genetic disorders.
Available now, you can download
these videos and other resources for free at www.jeansforgenesday.org/education to start
bringing genetics to life in your classroom!