Cell Analogy
Introduction
Cells need to carry out the same basic
functions that we do to sustain life.
The difference is that cells do this with
much smaller parts. These smaller
structures that allow the cell to function
are called organelles – “tiny organs”.
Introduction Cont’d
 It’s only common sense that if you are able to
relate things you learned in class to everyday
things, you are more likely to remember them.
 It’s not everyday that you and your friends sit
around at Starbucks discussing the rough
endoplasmic reticulum. However, you probably
do discuss things like cars, your homes, places to
visit, etc.
Task
Your group will come up with an analogy
for the cell of your choice (plant or animal)
and its organelles.
Your analogy will be represented in the
form of an individual drawing, map, or
diagram that represents a cell and its
organelles.
Procedures:
1. As a group, come up with an idea for your analogy
2. Create a table comparing 8 organelles of your
choosing (from your chart) to the different parts of your
analogy (each person should have this). Example:
Organelle
Analogy
Lysosomes
Lysosomes get rid of waste in the cell.
They are similar to garbage cans in an
amusement park because that is
where waste is deposited.
3. Draw a picture/diagram of your analogy. Be Creative! A
number on your picture/diagram will correspond to a
number on your table.
Grade – 28 points
 2 points for each organelle on your chart (16 points total)
 How that organelle relates to the cell
 How that organelle relates to your analogy
 8 points for map/diagram
 There will be 8 pictures on your map with numbers
corresponding to the chart
 4 points additional for creativity, neatness & effort
Each person will turn in:
 A completed chart
 You will work on this in a group but everyone
must have it
 A diagram, map, drawing (whatever you
choose for your analogy) that is labeled with
numbers which correspond to your chart.