Purpose:
The purpose of this projectis to make a 3D model of a cell in order to better
understand the parts and workings of a cell.
Using household items make a three-dimensional model of a plant or animal cell that meets the criteria listed below. (example items: cereal, balloons, gummi worms, mints, fruit slices, dried fruit, matches, gum balls, Boston peanuts, Christmas lights, peanuts, rope licorice, jelly beans, sesame seeds, other candies, toothpicks, peas in a pod)
Choose what type of cell you will build, a typical plant or animal cell. Include this label somewhere on your model
Create a KEY or label in some way
each part on your model and its function.
Use the following rubric as a guide to making your cell.
Cell Project Rubric |
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| Category | Scoring Criteria | Excellent (3 pts) | Satisfactory (2 pts) | Needs Work (1 pt) |
| Craftsmanship | Model cell is creative and shows effort | |||
| The model is 3 dimensional | ||||
| Model stays together, is not too messy or cumbersome to move around | ||||
| Cell Parts | Type of cell and student name are found on both the key and the model | |||
| Key, legend, or labeling easy to use to identify the parts on your model | ||||
| Accurate description of the function of each cell part is provided | ||||
| Appropriate material is used (item looks like the cell part) | ||||
| Shape corresponds to the type of cell: plant or animal | ||||
| Written word | Grammar, spelling | |||
| Score | Total Points (out of 30) | |||