DNA Replication - Stop Motion animation
Objective make a stop animation film of DNA replication using candy
Materials 24 pentose sugars (e.g. fuzzy peaches)
24 phosphate groups (e.g. nibs) 24 nitrogenous bases (e.g. jelly beans) - 4 colours, 6 of each 48 bonds (toothpicks) 1 DNA helicase (e.g. blue whale) 2 DNA polymerases (e.g. gummy worm) 1 DNA ligase (e.g. green frog) |
Stop animation app (look for FREE one)
- “Stop Motion Studio” (iOS) - “Stop Motion Maker” (Android) - “Stop Motion” (Windows) |
Procedure
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
- If you are planning on eating the candy later, make sure to wash your hands and don’t place the candy directly on the tables or floor. Place paper towel on the table as you work with the candy.
- Have cell phone or tablet secured to the edge of the table above the poster paper. Alternatively, attached a camera to a tripod. Using a stable platform will give you a better end video as it won’t be too wiggly! Clear an area on the floor where you can place your poster paper.
- When taking your pictures, ensure that all extraneous objects are not in the photos. It is very distracting in the video if random items pop in and out of view. Marks will be deducted.
- The smoothest stop motion videos require many small movements and a lot of photos. Take lots of pictures!
- Lastly, work as a team. At each step, read through the procedure and ensure you all understand what is supposed to be going on in the video. Have one or two people help move the objects while the other makes sure the frame is clear then takes the pictures. Work together to edit and create your final project.
For the remainder of the instructions, follow this HANDOUT.
MARKING GUIDE... good to check over as you work on your project so you don't lose marks!