After completing a unit on genetics and heredity, students in Mrs. Alford’s 7th grade science class put their knowledge to work by creating snowmen from genetic models. Based on traits of a “dad snowman” and a “mom snowman” given to them by Mrs. Alford, students used Punnet squares to determine traits they would expect to be evident in a “baby snowman.” Then, using their conclusions about body shape, nose type, hat color, etc., students brought their creations to life with various media such as foam, paper, cotton and even Rice Krispie Treats!