Learn and Explore

Unit 2:  Family Matters

EQ and Selection Links

p. 87 Unit Launch

• Read stories about African Americans who trace their family histories.
• Explore statistics on family issues.
• View online exhibits on genetics.

p. 94 The Father of Genetics

• Read more about Gregor Mendel.
• Conduct your own experiment.

p. 110 The Human Genome Project

• Get the basic facts about genes.
• Find out about the Human Genome Project.
• Watch documentary programs about the project.

p. 116 Fast Food for Fast Times

• Get nutrition data on fast foods.
• View information about how fast food is made.

p. 131 Dining Customs

• Learn about Chinese dining customs.
• Check out dining habits and recipes from around the world.

p. 136 Sandra Cisneros

• See Sandra Cisneros's Web site.
• Learn more about The House on Mango Street.

p. 153 Places of Origin

• Explore places around the world.
• View maps and check out facts.