3-D Cell Analogy Project
FINAL DUE DATE: Wednesday, September 28
OBJECTIVES
 Relate the functions of a cell to the functions of other systems
 Identify the structures and functions of plant and animal cell organelles
 Produce a product that is neat, clear and creative
PROCEDURE
 Select your analogy: Due 9/12/16
o Choose a real world working system and decide how each organelle of the eukaryotic
cell can be compared to the components and functions of the real world system.
o It is best to choose a real world system that you understand well.
o You may NOT use any comparisons that we discussed in class.
TEACHER o Once this is checked by me, you MAY NOT change your mind.
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A cell is like a _____________________________ because _________________________________
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 Complete the Cell Analogy Worksheet: Due 9/16/16
o Create a chart that shows the part of the cell, the analogous structure, and the
TEACHER
analogy for each part. (see attached)
o Make sure your functions are actually analogous
o Get it right here so you get it right on your model
 Create cell diagram: Due 9/21/16
o 2D model
TEACHER
o On a separate sheet of paper draw a diagram of a cell with all required parts labeled
with their actual names and the part of your model that it is related to. (see attached)
o Use color
o Must be at least 8”x8” in size
 Create a model: Due 9/28/16
o 3D model
o about 12”x12” in size (no smaller than 8” or larger than 18” on any side)
o Label all parts with their actual name
o Label all parts with their analogous cell structure
o Give your model a descriptive title
 Follow up Questions: Due 9/29/16
o I will give you a survey to measure your understanding of the concepts learned in the
project.
GUIDELINES AND TIPS
1. Each student will work independently. That means help in the form of ideas, construction, writing, etc.
from parents, siblings, friends, etc. is not acceptable. Show me what YOU can do.
2. Most work will be completed outside of class.
3. Must be 3 dimensional with front, back, sides and inside.
4. NO FOOD products may be used. No Exceptions!
5. Do not use Play-Doh; it will dry, crack, and fall apart. You may use modeling clay or air-dry clay instead.
6. Print neatly or use a computer. Illegible words will not be graded.
7. Be unique and creative! Use a variety of appropriate materials. Recycled materials are encouraged.
8. There is no minimum or maximum cost limit, but I encourage you to be frugal in your use of materials.
You can make a 100 using only free materials.
9. Don’t forget to clearly mark your name on your model where it can easily be found.
10. Each part will be checked separately, then returned to you. Turn ALL parts in together. Loose papers
should be stapled together or in a folder. Put your name on EVERYTHING
3-D Cell Analogy Project
RUBRIC
Model
Appearance
(Do not lose this! I will record your grade on this sheet!)
Points
Points
Criteria
Possible Earned
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Title
Colorful
Neatness
Spelling
3D
Sturdy, well-built
Creative
Shows high level of effort
(artistic ability and cost do NOT factor into your grade)
10
Model
Content
 All parts are correctly labeled with two names (12)
 All parts are present and recognizable (12)
 Model is easy to understand, clearly represents the
analogous real world structure (6)
30
Analogy
Chart
 Overall analogy makes sense (6)
 Descriptions of functions are accurate, clear and
complete (12)
 Analogous structures are relevant and clearly described
(12)
30
Cell
Diagram
 Colorful (2)
 Accurately shows the structures, locations, sizes, and
amounts of cell parts (12)
 Correctly labeled as a plant or animal cell (4)
 All parts labeled with both cell parts and analogous parts
(12)
30
Total Points Earned
Teacher Feedback:
100
3-D Cell Analogy Project
CELL ANALOGY WORKSHEET
Cell Part
1. Nucleus
2. Nuclear
Membrane
3. DNA/
chromatin
4. Endoplasmic
Reticulum
5. Golgi Bodies/
Golgi Apparatus
6. Lysosome
7. Mitochondria
8. Vacuole
9. Ribosomes
10. Cell
Membrane
11. Cell Wall
12. Chloroplasts
Function
Function
Part of Model
3-D Cell Analogy Project
CELL DIAGRAM
Type of Cell: _____________________