3D Cell Model Instructions/Rubric Due Date: __________

Construct a three-dimensional (3D) model of either a plant or animal cell.

Show all parts listed below and number all parts!

Guidelines:
• Use common materials such as Styrofoam, cardboard, wood, paper, cereal, play-dough,
string, buttons, pipe cleaners, beads, yarn, etc.
• Be creative, you do not need to spend serious money to make this model!
• Do not use jello, edible fruits, vegetables, or anything that will spoil!
• Create a table as a labeling key: number, organelle, & function.
• Make sure all organelles and numbers are securely attached to the model.
• Location of organelles within the cell must be shown correctly.
• Labels and descriptions of organelles must be typed!
• Identify your model cell as plant or animal using a label.
• Project should not be larger than a Frisbee in size.
• Prepare a base for your model.
• Put your name and period on the base of your model.
• Can earn a bonus (+5) if the class votes your model best of show!

The model you choose to create must include the following organelles:

PLANT CELL ANIMAL CELL

_____ Cell Membrane _____ Cell Membrane
_____ Cell Wall _____ Cytoplasm
_____ Chloroplast _____ Mitochondria
_____ Cytoplasm _____ Nucleus
_____ Mitochondria _____ Nucleolus
_____ Nucleus _____ Golgi Complex (body)
_____ Nucleolus _____ Endoplasmic Reticulum
_____ Golgi Complex (body) _____ Medium & Small Vacuoles
_____ Endoplasmic Reticulum _____ Nuclear Membrane
_____ Large & Small Vacuoles _____ Ribosomes
_____ Nuclear Membrane _____ Lysosomes
_____ Ribosomes

Using a Key: (example)

Number Name of Organelle Function of Organelle

1 Cell Membrane Allows for the transport of
materials into & out of the
cell. Protective covering.

- Put your name and class period at the top of the page.
- Beneath the heading, label your key plant or animal cell.
- Use textbook/internet resources to research the function of cell organelles.
2D Cell Model Instructions/Rubric Due Date: __________

Construct a two-dimensional (2D) model of either a plant or animal cell.

Show all parts listed below and number all parts!

Guidelines:
• Use textbook or Internet resources to identify cell structures.
• Use large poster paper to draw the cell and its organelles.
• The drawing must be large and organelles clearly visible from a distance.
• Use materials such as: play-dough, string, buttons, pipe cleaners, beads, and yarn to
give your 2D poster some 3D effects.
• Make each organelle a different color for easy identification.
• In a large font, TYPE the name of each organelle & attach to the poster.
• Include a table/key at the bottom of your poster with three columns:
color, organelle, & function.
• Make sure all materials are securely attached to the model.
• Location of organelles within the cell must be shown correctly.
• Identify your model cell as plant or animal using a label.
• Can earn a bonus (+5) if the class votes your 2D model best of show!

The model you choose to create must include the following organelles:

PLANT CELL ANIMAL CELL

_____ Cell Membrane _____ Cell Membrane
_____ Cell Wall _____ Cytoplasm
_____ Chloroplast _____ Mitochondria
_____ Cytoplasm _____ Nucleus
_____ Mitochondria _____ Nucleolus
_____ Nucleus _____ Golgi Complex (body)
_____ Nucleolus _____ Endoplasmic Reticulum
_____ Golgi Complex (body) _____ Medium & Small Vacuoles
_____ Endoplasmic Reticulum _____ Nuclear Membrane
_____ Large & Small Vacuoles _____ Ribosomes
_____ Nuclear Membrane _____ Lysosomes
_____ Ribosomes

Using a Key: (example)

Color Name of Organelle Function of Organelle

Light Blue Cell Membrane Allows for the transport of
materials into & out of the
cell. Protective covering.

- Put your name and class period at the top of the page.
- Beneath the heading, label your key plant or animal cell.
- Use textbook/internet resources to research the function of cell organelles.
 Cell Project: Board Game or Song/Television Video

Think a little outside the box and create a board game or cool song/video about
the parts of a plant or animal cell.

Song & Video Guidelines:

- You must include the information about the organelles listed below and what they do for
the cell.
- If you like, you can include information about both plant/animal cells and compare, or
you may focus on one type of cell only.
- Your project must be educational, with the goal of teaching the concepts in an interesting
and unique way.
- If you make a video, record it on CD so I can play it on the SmartBoard.
- If it’s a song, you will need to either record it or perform it live!
- If you want to use musical instruments, bring them in too!
- Can earn a bonus (+5) if the class votes your song best of show!

Board Game Guidelines:

- Board game must include the organelles listed below.

- Location and function of the organelles should be a part of your game.
- Examine popular board games to give you some starters & ideas.
- Is each space worth an amount?
- What action happens when you land on each space?
- What kinds of game pieces will each player have?
- Will you have special game cards that tell players what to do?
- Can players steal, gain, or lose something if they land on a certain space?
- Be creative and show learning about cells can really be cool & fun!
- Can earn a bonus (+5) if the class votes your game best of show!

PLANT CELL ANIMAL CELL

_____ Cell Membrane _____ Cell Membrane
_____ Cell Wall _____ Cytoplasm
_____ Chloroplast _____ Mitochondria
_____ Cytoplasm _____ Nucleus
_____ Mitochondria _____ Nucleolus
_____ Nucleus _____ Golgi Complex (body)
_____ Nucleolus _____ Endoplasmic Reticulum
_____ Golgi Complex (body) _____ Medium & Small Vacuoles
_____ Endoplasmic Reticulum _____ Nuclear Membrane
_____ Large & Small Vacuoles _____ Ribosomes
_____ Nuclear Membrane _____ Lysosomes
_____ Ribosomes
Due Date___________