Cell Project

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. (Sample items: cereal, balloons, gummi worms, mints, fruit slices, dried fruit, matches, gum balls, peanuts, rope licorice, jelly beans, sesame seeds, other candies, toothpicks. Craft packages also may work: clay, beads, pipecleaners..etc)

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.

Cell Project Rubric
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)