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Science Lesson Planning Template
Context Issues of the Lesson
Unit or Lesson Title:
Cell Models
Grade Level
7th Grade
Topic/Theme/Nature Part and Functions of the Cell
of the Investigation:
MS-LS1
NGSS Performance
From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes
Expectation(s)
MS-LS1-2
Develop and us a model to describe the function of a cell
as a whole and ways parts of cells contribute to the
function.
NGSS Dimension 1
component
Developing and Using Models
 Develop and use a model to describe phenomena
NGSS Dimension 2
component
LS1.A: Structure and Function
 Within cells, special structures are responsible for
particular functions, and the cell membrane forms
the boundary that controls what enters and leaves
the cell. (MS-LS1-2)
NGSS Dimension 3
component
Structure and Function
 Complex and microscopic structures and systems
can be visualized, modeled, and used to describe
how their function depends on the relationships
among its parts, therefore complex natural
structures/systems can be analyzed to determine
how they function. (MS-LS1-2)
45 minute period
Day 1: “Cells Alive” website
Day 2-4: Model of cells design and construction
Day 5: Cell stories
Duration:
Lesson Planning Template - - The 5 E’s
Planning Stages Within the 5-E Inquiry Model
Engage
PURPOSE:
 To review parts of the animal and plant cell.
What is the teacher doing? What are the students doing?
1. Students will complete the interactive illustrations of plant, animal, and bacterial
cells using the website cellsalive.com.
2. The teacher will provide support for struggling learners to help guide through the
website.
3. Students will complete a diagram labeling the parts of a plant and animal cell.
4. Students will construct a Venn diagram comparing and contrasting plant and animal
cells.
Explore
PURPOSE:
 Students will study cells and cell parts
 Students will compare and contrast the parts and functions of both animal and animal
cells
Activities (list)
Driving Question
1. Students will draw a design of animal and plant
Compare and contrast animal
cells.
and plant cells. What are the
2. Students will create models of plant and animal
functions for the parts of the
cells. Students will use various household items cell?
to use as cell structures. Students will justify
how the selected items are a representation of the
part and function of the cell.
Student Communication Product: (written report, oral presentation, poster, etc.)
Students will create a three dimensional models of plant and animal cells. The models will
describe the parts and function of the cell.
Explain
PURPOSE:
 Develop and use a model of a plant and animal cell to describe the function of a cell.
Content Media: (written material, video, teacher lecture, technology)
Student Communication Product (assessment):
1. Ask the students why models are important when discussing cells. Ask why we often
depend on models. What were the limitations you encountered of your model?
2. Students will orally present how his/her selected items are a part and function of an
animal and plant cell.
Lesson Planning Template - - The 5 E’s
Elaborate
PURPOSE:
 For students to understand that parts of the cells have specific functions.
Activities:
Have students extend the activity by writing a story about the parts and functions of the cell.
Content Media: (written material, video, teacher lecture, technology)
The teacher will provide examples of how a cell is like an airport.
Extending/Application Questions for Whole/Small Group Discourse:
Students will write a story with illustrations of how a cell is like a school.
Student Communication Product (assessment): (unit test, written report, oral
presentation, poster, etc.)
Students’ stories with illustrations will be used to assess understanding and misconceptions.
Evaluate
PURPOSE:
 For students to assess his/her understanding of the parts and function of plant, animal,
and bacterial cells.
 For the teacher to assess student understanding of the parts and function of plant,
animal, and bacterial cells.
Skill/Reasoning Learning Objectives
Students will be able to compare and
contrast plant and animal cells.
Assessment Instrument
Students will develop models of plant and
animal cells.
Students will be able to describe the parts
and functions of plant and animal cells.
Knowledge Learning Objectives
Students will develop and use models to
describe the parts and functions of an animal
and plant cell.
Assessment Instrument
Students will develop plant and animal cell
models to describe the functions of the parts
of the cells.
Lesson Planning Template - - The 5 E’s