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Cells & Organelles

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Familiarize young biologists with the inner workings of eukaryotic cells with this vocabulary instructional activity. By cutting out and matching a series of definitions and memorization tips to the organelles listed in the provided table, students expand their knowledge of cellular life.

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CCSS: Adaptable NGSS: Adaptable
Concepts
cells, cell functions, cell organelles, organelles, cell biology, cell structure, mitochondrion, the cell wall, cell membranes, lysosomes, ribosomes, cytoplasm, the nucleus, the nucleolus, chromatin, vacuole, the golgi apparatus, animal cells, plant cells, chloroplasts, eukaryotic cells
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science
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Instructional Ideas
  • Assign this worksheet as an in-class or homework exercise during a life science unit on eukaryotic cells
  • Decide whether you want to provide the class with the function cards and memory items, or if you want students to fill in that information on their own
  • Allow the class to complete the exercise with a partner, asking them to think of their own tricks for remembering the function of each organelle
Pros
  • Worksheet focuses on 13 organelles found in eukaryotic cells
  • Memory items include small illustrations that support students with remembering the function of the organelles listed on this page
  • An answer key is included with the worksheet
Cons
  • None