Parent Guide > Can DNA Editing Save Endangered Species?

This week in class, we’re reading "Can DNA Editing Save Endangered Species?" by Kathiann Kowalski.

In the informational text "Can DNA Editing Save Endangered Species?" Kathiann Kowalski discusses how editing the DNA of invasive species could save endangered native species.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Human vs. Nature, Morality, and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"Who's in control: humanity or nature?", "What is good and how do we know?", and "What are the costs and benefits of technology?"

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this informational text at home:
  • What was "Can DNA Editing Save Endangered Species?" about?
  • What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
  • What did you learn about Morality?
  • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'The Ethics of Human Gene Editing: Unnatural Selection'
  • 'CRISPR: Gene editing and beyond'