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Hands-On Science Biology Camp: Experiment With Cells!
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US Grade 5 - 12
Beginner - Intermediate Level
*This is a flexible schedule class. This means there are NO LIVE MEETINGS. Are you interested in learning more about the cell from a hands-on approach? Get ready by doing your own experiments at home! Students can work at their own pace throughout the labs and get the most out of the material. I will provide the step-by-step procedures through videos. Students will watch the videos via an interactive presentation through Nearpod that includes an introduction to the labs. Students will also be provided with the lab handouts. Students will be using household items to complete their experiments. A more detailed supply list is given below. I will talk and ask questions about the cell while doing the experiments. Students can post their answers to the questions in the classroom. Students can also share pictures of their completes work as well by posting them in the classroom. No previous knowledge required!
Learning Goals
Students will learn the Next Generation Science Standard:
MS-LS1-2 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes
Students who demonstrate understanding can:MS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to describe the function of a cell as a whole and ways the parts of cells contribute to the function. [Clarification Statement: Emphasis is on the cell functioning as a whole system and the primary role of identified partSyllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Nerve Cell Lab
Students will be introduced to the many different types of cells and cell specialization.
I will specifically discuss the neuron in detail.
How do you know when your hand touches something? How do you know if something brushes against your shoulder? Do you think you have the same number of nerves in every part of your body?
In this lab, students will make predictions about which part of their body is most sensitive, then test their hypothesis! Lesson 2:
Cell Membrane Bubble Lab
Students will play with bubbles to understand the structure of the semipermeable cell membrane!
Students will learn 6 different cell concepts using only 4 bendable straws, shallow tray, string, and a bubble solution.
Students can use the handout to describe the cell concept and how the bubble was used to model it. Lesson 3:
Edible Jell-O Cell Lab
Students will be introduced to the different parts of a cell and their structure. This projects lets the students make an edible, 3-D model of an animal cell. The various organelles of the cell are represented by fruits and candies. When you've finished making your cell and writing about it, you can eat it! I will provide a handout to help students plan out their cell. Lesson 4:
Cell Analogy Lab
I will use the example of a business or company as my cell analogy to compare the various organelles and their functions. At the end of the video students will be given a list of analogies they can use to compare their cell. Some examples include: a school, a city, a car, an amusement park, Disney World, Santa's Workshop, a home, Minecraft and more. They may also choose an analogy that is not on the list as long as it is OK by the teacher! Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students may need assistance making the Jell-O for week 3.
Supply List
Week 1 - ruler with centimeters, 1 paperclip, handout, and pencil Week 2 - water, dish soap, corn syrup or glycerol, 4 bendable straws, string, spool of thread, 1 clean straw, and a shallow tray Week 3 - Jell-O, bowl, different size and shape candies and/or fruit Week 4 - paper and coloring utensils (students may also choose do their cell analogy on the computer)
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Youngstown State University
I am an experienced biology teacher who has performed these experiments with over 100 students in the classroom.Reviews
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