Transcript Project - Issaquah Connect

In this project you will make a
computer generated trifold travel
brochure for an animal or plant cell.
It will be an exCELLent experience!
Setting the Stage
All living things are made of cells, from the simplest
and smallest unicellular organisms to great blue
whales. Cells come in a wide variety of shapes and
sizes and serve many different functions.
Though cells perform different functions they have
certain things in common, including many organelles
and structural features.
Task
Your task is to research the anatomy (structure) and physiology (function) of plant and
animal cells. You may choose either a plant cell OR an animal cell.
The Process
1. Explore the websites listed below
2. Gather background information on both animal and plant cells
3. Look for similarities and differences between both animal and plant cells
4. Select either the plant or animal cell to explore in-depth
5. Use My Note Table Document to organize information on cell organelles
6. Be sure to research and include the following organelles on your Note Table
Plant Cell
nucleolus
cell wall
cytoplasm
vacuole
mitochondrion
chloroplast
endoplasmic reticulum
ribosome
Animal Cell
nucleolus
cell membrane
cytoplasm
vacuole
mitochondrion
lysosome
endoplasmic reticulum
ribosome
Internet Resources
Use the following sites to research information on cells, and to find graphics of
cells, cell parts, and processes.
Cells Structures -Watch cartoon movies and try the activities to learn cool
stuff about the trillions of cells in your body.
Biology4Kids Sites contains good information on both plant and
animal organelles
Cells Alive!- Click on either plant cell or animal cell in the left hand margin to
access more great images and descriptions of cell structures.
Cell Tutorial and Game-A visual tour inside the cell that highlights each
organelle and a game. Select either plant or animal cell to get started.
Inside A Cell – Interesting visual tour of both plant and animal cells.
Interactive Cell Illustration– Scroll over the organelle you would like to learn
about for written and orally narrated information.
Want a challenge? Try here for advanced info– The National Science Foundation
Provides very detailed descriptions of cell organelles and their functions.
Project
Now use your newly acquired knowledge to design an exciting travel adventure
to a cell!
A brochure is a pamphlet with words and pictures that describes a place and why
you should go and spend your money there. You find brochures in travel
agencies, restaurants, tourist attractions, airports, and anywhere people visit.
Brochures describe places like scenic drives and the attractions along the way,
amusement parks and their rides, tourist attractions, museums, libraries, historic
homes and castles, and foreign lands with exotic sights just to name a few.
Brochure locations can include (but are not limited to): Circus, zoo, city,
island, cruise, hotel, etc…
Requirements for your brochure include:
•Clearly identified tour location
•Each organelle should be a site/destination/event in your travel brochure.
•You must describe the structure and function of at least 8 cell organelles or
processes using creative and humorous analogies based on what the part or
process would be at your attraction. Don't simply state the cell part function.
You are encouraged to use creative license in your descriptions.
Examples:
While staying at our resort please remember to tip our Lysosome ladies
generously. They are the best cleanup crew around. They use special
digestive enzyme cleaning agents to destroy any dirt or grime!
Visit the ribosomes, located just outside the nucleus, and watch as
proteins are synthesized RIGHT BEFORE YOUR VERY EYES!".
Be sure to visit the Golgi center inside the gift shop, and have your
purchases gift wrapped for you before you leave.
Project Requirements Cont…
•You must include a real graphic of each organelle as well as a graphic of your analogy.
Example: Vacuole Pool and Snack Bar
• The front cover of the brochure should include the name of your cell and a graphic of
your choice. It should be attractive and eye catching. Remember you want people to
visit your cell!
•The back cover should have a map (a labeled cell diagram) and fictional directions to
your cell.
•Use correct spelling and grammar throughout the project. An exception might be if
you alter the name of a cell part slightly for creative purposes.
Example: Lysolady = Lysosome.
Sample Brochure: Animal Cell Hotel
Brochure Template
Cell Brochure Rubric
Follows Format: Followed all directions completely and
set up brochure accurately; includes 8 organelles,
graphics, map, tour location clearly identified
(4 points)
Accurate Information: 8 or more cell organelles
accurately described using analogies; displays clear
understanding of cell organelle structure and function
(Note table must be turned in with at least 3 resources
sited)
(9 points)
Mechanics: Grammar, spelling, punctuation, & mechanics
are correct
(3 points)
Visually Appealing: No empty space and completely
balanced ; easy to read and follow
(3 points)
Creativity & Humor: Uses clever or humorous analogies
throughout the brochure; enticing and makes one want to
visit.
(3 points)
Total
(22)
Cell Brochure Due Friday November 22nd