Describes the functions of a cell and the many parts involved in those functions.

In this interactive site, you are presented with a picture of a cell and a description of the structure and function of the parts of the cell. Pictures are colorful and the explanations are short but informative.

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.

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.

An introduction to the function of the skeletal system, including blood cell production and the importance of calcium.

In this lesson, 5th graders will examine cell diagrams, then use their body, voice, and movement to become a particular part of a cell. Next, they work in pairs to create a dialogue between the different parts of the cell, exploring cell...

Labeled illustration of a plant and an animal cell and their parts.

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.

Article looks at the structure and function of the different parts of the endomembrane system, how proteins, lipids, and vesicles are transported between these parts, and how this activity keeps the cell running smoothly.

A brief, narrated lesson discussing the structure and function of the cytoskeleton inside a cell. [24 secs]

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

A function is a predefined formula that performs calculations using specific values in a particular order. All spreadsheet programs include common functions that can be used for quickly finding the sum, average, count, maximum value, and...

Learn all about cell membranes in this game. Build a plasma membrane and learn about the membrane's functions. Identify the parts of a membrane, and learn how diffusion, transport, and osmosis work in cells. Includes a worksheet that can...

After studying this article, students will be able to identify the functions and structure of bones, types of bones, bone development, parts of bones, types of joints, and bone disorders.

Learn the parts and function of a plant cell.

This lesson will discuss the structure and function of the cytoskeleton. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Cytoskeleton."

A lab exercise where students are challenged to build a three-dimensional structure of a plant. Students can review the basic anatomy and tissues in the plant with information found on the page. Students can also interpret ancient plant...

Lysosomes are found in both plant and animal cells. The structure and functions of this cell organelle are described here, with note made of the diseases that can be caused by defective lysosomes.

Discover the organelles of a cell, and how their structure contributes to the cell's function.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Sperm, the male reproductive cells, are tiny. In fact, they are the smallest cells in the human body. Some people think that they look like tadpoles. Learn more...

This lesson includes a Power Point presentation that will guide the young scholars through an investigation of mitosis, or cellular division. The lesson will review the basic functions and parts of animal and plant cells and then...

In this interactive site, you are presented with a picture of a cell and a description of the structure and function of the parts of the cell. Pictures are colorful and the explanations are short but informative.

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.

In this instructional activity on spreadsheets, students explore the different parts of a spreadsheet and use equations within spreadsheets to learn about their applications.