Title: Cell Organelles
Purpose: Reinforce cell vocabulary
Grade Level/TEKS Reference: 7.12 D differentiate between structure and
function in plant and animal cell organelles, including cell membrane, cell wall,
nucleus, cytoplasm, mitochondrion, chloroplast, and vacuole;
Length of time necessary for game or activity: 10 – 20 Minutes
Number of Participants: One
Source for Game or Activity: http://www.neok12.com/quiz/CELSTR05
Directions for Preparing the Materials for the Game or Activity: Make sure
that the site is not blocked at your school and all necessary plug-ins are installed
on the computers the kids will be using. Also review site to determine what
activities you want the kids working on or if you just want them exploring the
different activities.
Procedure: Once at the site, direct the students play the Cell Organelle matching
game. They can all play deck one or they can alternate between decks one, two, or
three. The students will match the cell organelle to its function by clicking on a
card and then clicking on the card that is its match. If they are correct then both
cards will turn over. If they are not correct the cards will not turn over. The
students can also explore the other activities on this site focusing on cells
organelles including a quiz.
Adapted by: Samantha Uhlenhaker (2012)