Presents labeled illustrations of a plant cell and an animal cell which demonstrate the parts that are common and different. This is followed by a discussion of their similarities and then of their differences.

The parts of an animal cell are presented with short descriptions of each of its organelles.

Learn the different parts of an animal cell.

An online worksheet exploring the cell structure and cell specialization. Worksheet includes diagramming and fill in the blank opportunities related to cell structure.

Students discover the similarities and differences in organelles within plant vs. animal cells with this online lesson. Start out by engaging students with a hook via Shout It Out! and use Handouts, a Workspace, Label Reveals, and a Rank...

Find out about the basics of plant and animal cells with this comparison chart. Then read the article, study the diagrams, and watch the video to dig a little deeper into the topic.

A brief description of the steps in meiosis is enhanced by animation. The animated portion can be played continuously or observed in a slide format.

A diagram of a labelled animal cell. Major structures of the animal cell have linked reference information about their structure and function.

Students use guided scientific observation using a collection of models, visual material, and microscope slides to identify cell organelles. Then they demonstrate their understanding of the parts/characteristics of cells by identifying...

This is a student led activity utilizing visualization and association to memorize the parts of animal and plant cells. Students will work cooperatively to develop drawings to connect the parts of cells to one of their favorite things:...

Discover microscopic images of various eukaryotic cells, both plant and animal.

This investigation allows young scholars to observe cells from multiple sources. Plant, animal and bacterial cells will be observed as well as cells from multicellular organisms and single-celled organisms. After providing written...

This animated site will show you how the immune system responds to bacteria. You'll discover how white blood cells locate, eat and kill bacteria.

This gallery shows pictures of a variety of cell types with hyperlinks to additional information about cells. Very interesting pictures.

This site illustrates different parts of a plant and animal cell. The student may then drag and drop labels to the correct cell part.

Reference information about the study of cells. Includes a chart comparing plant and animal cells and one examining the structure of a cell.

A brief animation and a more detailed navigation of a cell and it's structure can be found here. Each part is labeled and some are animated.

Site provides six possible center activities for teachers to use to engage students in the study of cells.

This interesting site explains how cells move and provides videos depicting the movement of various human and animal cells.

In this lesson plan site, each student is assigned a cell part to research, create, and place inside of a clear plastic drop cloth (the cell) the size of one-half of the classroom ceiling.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is intended to introduce plant and animal cells to fifth graders. Pictures, a web link, and several opportunities for student participation are included. An end-of-lesson assessment is...

Take this practice quiz to test your knowledge of cells. See how fast you can name the parts of the six different cells. By changing the level, it is appropriate for students of all grades.

Take this 10 question multiple choice quiz on cell structure and function.

A reference site exploring cell structure. Learn about the structures and functions of the major organelles of the cell. Also included are research questions to better understand the cell.