SIOP Lesson Plan: Cells and Organelles
Name: Alison Zavertnik, Yimin Tang, Rachel Pinard, Chris Martin
Grade/Class: 7th grade Life Science
Date:________________
Content Objectives (SOLs):
LS.2: The student will investigate and understand that all living things are composed of
cells. Key concepts include:
(a) cell structure and organelles
(b) similarities and differences between plant and animal cells.
Language Objectives (WIDA):
Student will use new vocabulary to label cell parts and distinguish between plant and
animal cells.
Student will write in complete sentences to describe the function of each cell part.
Materials and Resources:
Flashcards, Smart Board, Pencils, Activity Sheet
Science Safety:
Warn students of paper cuts with flashcards.
Links to Student Experience and Learning:
Engagement activity comparing cells to airplanes.
Key Vocabulary:
Cell membrane: the outer covering of the cell
Cytoplasm: gel-like substance residing within cell membrane holding internal structures
Nucleus: part of cell containing DNA and RNA, responsible for growth and reproduction
Cell wall: rigid layer outside of cell membrane on plant cells
Vacuole: space within cytoplasm of cell that acts as a container and varies in shape
Mitochondrion: organelle, found in large numbers, respiration and energy production
Endoplasmic reticulum (ER): packaging system
Chloroplast: Contains chlorophyll, conducts photosynthesis
SIOP Features (Check all that apply)
Preparation:
_ _Adaptation of content
_x_Links to background
_x_Links to past learning
_x_Strategies incorporated
Scaffolding:
_x_Modeling
_x_Guided practice
_x_Independent practice
_x_Comprehensible input
Group Options:
_x_Whole class
_x_Small groups
___Partners
_x_Independent
Integration of Process:
_x_Reading
_x_Writing
_ _Speaking
_x_Listening
Application:
_x_Hands-on
_x_Meaningful
_x_Linked to objectives
_x_Promotes engagement
Assessment:
_x_Individual
_x_Group
_x_Written
_ _Oral
Lesson Sequence (what teacher will do, what students will do, key
concepts and process)
Engagement:
The teachers will compare the parts of the cell to the components of an airplane in an
attempt to connect the new material to prior knowledge. The teachers will use visual
aids (images on the screen) to enhance understanding and comprehension. (5 minutes)
Exploration:
Students will work in small groups to complete a matching game of organelle, definition,
and picture using the flashcards provided by the teachers. (20 minutes)
Explanation:
Students will complete the attached activity sheet to identify which organelles make up
plant and animal cells. Students will use whole sentences to define the function of each
organelle.
Elaboration:
Students will respond to teacher prompts to classify pictures as plant or animal cells on
the Smart Board
Evaluation:
Students will be evaluated based on the following rubric.
Performance Criteria
Students will be able to
identify and define various
organelles
Students will use whole
sentences to describe
functions of plant and
animal cell organelles
Students will apply their
knowledge of organelles
and cell types to classify
cells as belonging to plants
or animals
Evidence
Successful completion of
matching game
Points or Rating*
Successful completion of
activity sheet
Successful completion of
Smart Board classification
activity
*2 = completes activity and correctly defines and explains topics thoroughly
1 = completes activity but doesn’t necessarily provide correct explanations
0 = does not complete activity or provide explanations
Activity Sheet for Students: (describe and create)
Reflection: (on observations and teaching)