Parent Guide > Molecular scissors fix disease-causing flaw in human embryos

This week in class, we’re reading "Molecular scissors fix disease-causing flaw in human embryos" by Tina Hesman Saey.

In the informational text "Molecular scissors fix disease-causing flaw in human embryos," Tina Hesman Saey provides information about gene editing in human embryos.

As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Technology, Progress & Industry as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :

"What are the costs and benefits of technology?"

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this informational text at home:
  • What was "Molecular scissors fix disease-causing flaw in human embryos" about?
  • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'How CRISPR lets you edit DNA - Andrea M. Henle '
  • 'Scientist claims he helped create world's first genetically-modified babies '