Edible Cell Models

     My Grade 8 Science class has been learning all about Cells & Body Systems (you can check out their blog here) and lately we’ve been discussing the difference between Plant Cells & Animal Cells. After working with the appropriate vocabulary and completing labeled illustrations, we decided to create 3D models of the different types of cells… using edible materials!!

     As a class my students brainstormed an ingredient list, set a budget, and put themselves into groups of 4. We even went shopping for the ingredients as a class during our math period! Today was the physical creation of the cells and I can say that they turned out pretty darn good… and delicious! Students were required to create a model that showcased a cell with:
– Cell Membrane
– Cytoplasm
– Nucleus
– Mitochondria
– Vacuole
– Endoplasmic Reticulum
– Cell Wall (for plant cells)
– Chloroplasts (for plant cells)
I also asked that each group submit a written legend so that their model is clearly understood.
here is how they turned out: