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The Amazing Cell – A 3D Model
SCIENCE 8
Mr. Birt
Challenge: (1) By yourself or with one other partner, design and build a three-dimensional model
of a cell. You are to use items that represent the function of each cell
organelle studied in class.
(2) You must first produce a planning chart or table (due start of next class) listing
(a) each organelle
(b) the function of that organelle
(c) the item(s) you plan to use to represent that organelle’s function
(3) A labeled sketch of your planned cell and the items you will use (due start of
next class)
Materials: Everyday household or recycled items of your choice, for example, gelatin(Jello),
modeling clay, styrofoam, shoe box, clear plastic container, pipe-cleaners, plastic film, hard
and soft candies, dried pasta, craft items, etc.
Design Criteria:
1. Your model cell may be a plant cell or an animal cell.
2. Your model should be no larger than a shoe box or basketball.
3. All of the organelles studied in class for the plant or animal cell must be present.
4. Each organelle must be clearly visible and labeled with its name and function.
5. Consider the main function of each organelle when choosing things to represent the
organelles (for example, a calculator for the nucleus, spaghetti for endoplasmic reticulum,
etc.). The model is to be a functional representation of the organelles based on the function
of each organelle, (not an exact replica of the picture in the textbook).
6. You may create a cell using just recycled household items or just edible food items.
7. All food items must not spoil. They must remain “fresh” for at least 1 week.
8. Marks will be given for the above criteria, creativity, neatness and appearance.
Method (Plan and Construction):
1. Choose your partner or work on your own.
2. Decide whether to do a plant cell or animal cell.
3. In a table, list all of the organelles studied in class and their function. Leave a third column
for the item(s) you will use to represent that function.
4. Decide which materials best represent the function of each organelle. Write each
item or materials needed beside the matching organelle listed in step 3 above.
5. Submit your table and sketch (steps 3 and 4 above) by the start of next class.
6. Make a neat labeled sketch of your design (to be handed in as well.). Make sure you
include and label all of the organelles.
7. Build your cell and label all of the organelles and their functions.
8. Submit your labeled 3-D model. DUE: Monday, January 19
Science 8
3-D Cell Model Project
Mr. Birt
Name______________________________________ Class____ Date____________________
Type of Cell : ______________________
(Plant Cell or Animal Cell)
Organelle
Function
Model Item