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This project involved students groups of 3 or 4, working together to build a model of a plant cell and an animal cell. They were given a list of required parts and the directions were to build the cell models out of items found at home, outside, or purchased AND the items used must represent the FUNCTION of the cell part and NOT the shape.

Purpose: Produce a 3D model of a plant cell and an animal cell, to better understand the structure and the workings of these types of cells. You will work with a partner to construct a model made of edible materials that meets the criteria listed below. You are responsible for creating a key with a list of all the organelles in each model. Although you are splitting up the work with a partner both of you are responsible for knowing the different structures of each model and the functions of the organelles. Once the models have been completed you and your partner will be assessed with an identification quiz using your models. REMEMBER: Science is not edible but anything that you do not use to construct the model maybe ingested.

Students may choose one of the following project types: Whole cell catalog, edible cell, journey into the cell, infomercial about the cell, powerpoint, cell poster, 3-D model of the cell. Please refer to the handout for the specifics of each project option.

You must create a comic that portrays the breaking, moving, and settling of rocks in Texas. Start by choosing an eco-region. Then choose a type of Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition and show how it will effect your eco region. Feel free to use the Before and After approach shown in examples, if you like!

Draw a diagram of an animal, label the parts of the cell including organelles and describe the functions of the organelles which are specific to that particular cell on a separate piece of paper or write it out next to your drawing. You can use a computer to type your desription but you can not copy and paste. Use the following materials provided to complete this task: computer, lead pencil, colored pencils or markers, loose leaf paper or computer paper and a drawing paper.

Come up with analogies for cell organelles. Create a visually appealing poster to demonstrate understanding of cell anatomy.

Come up with analogies for cell organelles. Create a visually appealing poster to demonstrate understanding of cell anatomy.

Students must create a model of a plant or animal cell that accurately represents the parts that help the cell function.

Students must create a model of an animal or plant cell that accurately represents the organelles and locations of the organelles that help the cell function.

Students must create a model of an animal or plant cell that accurately represents the organelles and locations of the organelles that help the cell function.

Students will write a rap or poem to describe all of the organelles found in either a plant cell or animal cell. They will then design an album cover.

Students Create a brochure enticing people to visit their cell attraction.

used to evaluate 8th grade plate tectonics project.

used to evaluate 8th grade plate tectonics project.

This rubric can be used to evaluate science experiments or projects undertaken in small groups.

can be used for observations where students draw in detail and describe

The student will organise information by using a structure appropriate to formal reporting and use supporting evidence through use of investigation for the report.