Why are there extra supplies in this kit?
The extra supplies are provided so you can create a second keychain as a gift for a friend! A gift tag is also included for this purpose.
What do the different colored beads mean?
The beads serve two purposes: personalization and representing a genetic sequence. Each color corresponds to something different, depending on how the user interprets it. The instructions explain this in detail.
What educational concepts does this activity teach?
This activity introduces the science of genetics and DNA sequencing, while also encouraging creativity. Users can create their own product, as well as an additional one to share with someone else!
