Grade: 6
Michigan Science Curriculum Standard 1.0, Cells: Learning Expectation 1.2, explore and compare the organelles of different cell types. This enables students to identify and explain the function of organelles within animal cells.
Introduction: All living things are made up of cells. Each cell contains certain parts called organelles that have specific functions within the cell. Cells aid in reproduction, healing of wounds, and the growth of living organisms, to mention a few. At times, cells multiply uncontrollably and cancer results. This exercise will focus on the organelles found in animal cells.
In this activity, you will acquire the knowledge that will enable you to identify, label and explain the function of cellular organelles, if presented with an artist's rendition of an animal cell.
Visit the following websites during this activity to help you learn the structure and function of the organelles of an animal cell.
Assignment:
You are to create a 3D animal cell model to help you understand the structure and function of the cell organelles you have been studying. Your model should represent cross sections of an animal cell, with the appropriate 3D organelles on top. You will be graded on the appearance of your cell, whether or not the appropriate organelles are present, and your ability to identify the organelles and define function.
Required Organelles
Cytoplasm ER Ribosomes Mitochondria Vacuole
Lysosomes Chloroplasts Cell Wall Cell Membrane
Nucleus Nuclear Membrane Chromosomes Golgi Apparatus Nucleolus
Here are some examples of creative models of an animal cell.
Post:
Now that you have learned about the animal cell, use your prior knowledge about a plant cell and discuss the difference between an animal cell and plant cell.
Extension
Test your knowledge of the cell by matching each structure with it's function by dragging the organelles to their proper spaces here.
Practice Quiz
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