In this simple simulation of Gregor Mendel's first experiment with tall and short pea plants, students use blue and yellow pom poms, cubes, beads, or other manipulatives to better understand what Mendel discovered. The activity visually reinforces an understanding of dominant and recessive genes and demonstrates why recessive traits skip generations.You can find more about this lesson HERE as well as additional resources to use in working with gifted and advanced students, grades K-8, at BIG IDE