We are really starting to get into the first chapter of our textbook, which introduces us to the basic unit of structure and function in all living things, the cell.
A tentative schedule for next week:
Monday - Read Sec. 1.2 in text / Notes on Sec. 1.2 / Cell Theory Article
Tuesday - Looking Inside Cells Power Point / Cell Parts Chart
Wednesday - Animal Cell Lab (looking at cheek cells)
Thursday - Plant Cell Lab (looking at onion cells and elodea leaves) / Cell Riddles
Friday - On-line Cell Lab or Cell Video
Homework for this week will include working on and finishing the Chapter One Vocabulary, due Friday, finishing the Cell Parts Chart due Wednesday, and the Looking Inside Cells Worksheet, due Wednesday.
To help you learn about cells, there are some great websites on the Internet. One that I have found with some good links is the science spot kid zone
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I Grew up in Michigan and received a degree in Biology from the University of Michigan. I also received a second degree in Middle Grades Math and Science from Kennesaw State University. I married Brad Nix in June of 2004 on the beach in Florida. We have a house in Marietta with our 100 lb pet dog named Mason. Some of my interests include playing volleyball and tennis, spending time with family and friends, singing, listening to music, reading, and going to concerts and plays.
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