Heredity Word and Definitions

Bring your science classroom to life with this Heredity Word Wall! Designed to support middle school students—especially 7th and 8th graders—this resource includes key vocabulary words related to genetics and heredity, each with student-friendly definitions. Perfect for reinforcing essential terms during your life science or heredity unit, these printable cards are great for word walls, bulletin boards, study stations, or interactive notebooks.

Simply print, cut, and display to create a colorful and helpful reference tool your students will use all year long. These vocabulary cards promote visual learning and help students connect new science terms with their meanings in a fun, engaging way.

What’s Included:

• 20+ key heredity vocabulary terms (like DNA, gene, trait, dominant, recessive, etc.)
• Student-friendly definitions for each term
• Easy-to-cut format (can be printed in color or black & white)
• Suggestions for classroom use

Perfect for:
✔️ Heredity & genetics units
✔️ NGSS-aligned science lessons
✔️ Science word walls or anchor charts
✔️ Test prep and vocabulary review
✔️ Print and go setup