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Cells
Students learn about cells. In this cells lesson plan, students take several days to learn about plant and animal cells and make their own edible cells with a cookie and icing.
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Cell Code
In this cell worksheet, students use the code to find out the other name for a nerve cell. Students write the letter that matches the pictures in the space above each picture.
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Reading Comprehension Worksheet: Cells
In this cell worksheet, students read a short passage about simple cells or ground cells found in stems and leaves of plants. Students then answer four questions about the text.
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Drawing an Animal Cell
In this animal cell structure activity, students draw an animal cell. Students then draw and label all of the cell parts listed in the word box. Students identify each part by coloring it the color in indicated in the box.
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If I Was A ...? Worksheet
In this cells worksheet, students complete a chart in which they choose one organelle from a cell. Students pretend they are this organelle as they answer 5 essay questions. There is a word that is incorrect on the page: "who's" should...
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Cells and Tissues Word Search Puzzle
In this biology worksheet, students look for the words that are related to the theme of the worksheet. They also work on the skills of spelling and word recognition.
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Specialized Cells Word Search Puzzle
In this science worksheet, students look for the words that are part of the word search puzzle that is focused around the theme of the sheet.
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Freshman Cell Test Word Search Puzzle
In this biology worksheet, students look for the words in the puzzle that are related to the theme of the cell. Spelling skills are worked on.
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Cells
In this literacy worksheet, students use context clues and the word bank in order to complete the reading passage with the right word choices.
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Med Lab 1 Word Search Puzzle
In this science worksheet, students find the words that are related to the concept that is the theme of the word search puzzle.
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Live Well Now to Live Longer Later
Ninth graders select a topic to research, completing the sentence, "Are the effects of _______ really that detrimental to one's health?" They record information in a journal, including sources of information. Students work in groups with...
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Cells
Students are introduced to the life cycle of a cell. In groups, they identify and describe the function of organelles. They compare and contrast the differences and similarities between plant and animal cells as well. They complete a...
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Is It Alive?
Eighth graders define the boundaries of living organisms. They determine what makes something a living organism and identify factors that constitute "living." Pupils write a conclusion about the evidence they found that yeast is alive...
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Cell Transformation in Tobacco Leaf Disks
Students review the basic principles of plant cell structure, tissue culture, sterile technique, and cell transformation. Next students complete a plant transformation experiment using whole plant material in order to view evidence of...
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Generation of Action Potentials in Nitella Giant Algal Cells
Students observe cytoplasmic streaming in Nitella cells. They examine the conduction of a wave of depolarization across other membranes, such as the axons of neurons. Students predict the effects of sending a small electric current...
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The Journey of a Red Blood Cell
Fifth graders examine how a red blood cell travels throughout the body. Using a model, they follow the flow of blood throughout the entire body. They identify the functions of the lungs and discuss the difference of the blood entering...
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Study of the Cell
Learners draw a diagram to show the fluid mosaic model of a membrane. They explain how hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties help membranes hold their shape. They identify the functions of different cell membrane proteins as well.
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"Attack A Cell, Any Cell" Disease Unit
Seventh graders use the Internet to gather information about a disease. They also discuss in groups how diseases are a worldwide problem and brainstorm ideas they can help. They create an informational packet on the disease they researched.
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Plant And Animal Cells
Students identify parts of plant and animal cells and describe the functions of each part. They distinguish between plant and animal cells. After a lecture/demo, students perform experiments which help them construct models of plant and...
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What Makes Me Who I Am?
Fifth graders analyze their genetics and look closely at cell interaction within their bodies in this unit. Students publish and share picture books.