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When van Leeuwenhoek saw cells and single-celled organisms for the first time, he knew these small things were a big deal! Share his discoveries with young learners through a narrated video, model-building activity, and scale study. Pupils work alone or in groups to compare size and appearance of microorganisms, then practice determining appropriate scales using the metric system.
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Instructional Ideas
- Keep cell models on hand to help individuals having difficulty with model building
- Set up a few microscopes with slides from the video to incorporate some up-close observation into the lesson
Classroom Considerations
- Decide ahead of time if students will be working as individuals or in pairs so you print enough cards
- Adjust the level of detail required in models to fit the abilities of the class
Pros
- Activity contains great skills practice—cleverly disguised as hands-on fun!
- The teacher's guide includes important resources for tailoring the lesson to your needs, as well as worksheets and activity cards
Cons
- None