1. Cell Organelles

2. Root Words

3. An organelle is like a little organ inside the cell
An organelle is like a little organ inside the cell. It carries out a specific job.

4. Cell Membrane
It controls the passage of materials in and out of the cell.
Like the “Wall” of this classroom

5. Nucleus
Contains DNA
“Brain” of the cell

6. Cytoplasm Support and hold the organelles.
Like the “Jello” of the cell

7. Mitochondria
“Powerhouse” of the cell
Processes energy for the cell

8. Golgi Complex The protein packaging and transport center of the cell.
Sends and receives cell materials

9. Ribosomes Creates proteins.
Attached to Rough ER and floats in cytoplasm

10. Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum
Transports materials throughout the cell.
Produces lipids and hormones

11. Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum
Covered with ribosomes.
Produces proteins.
Transports materials throughout the cell.

12. Lysosome Uses Enzymes to break down materials for digestion
“Stomach” of the cell

13. Cell Wall (Plant Cell Only)
Rigid and strong wall.
Protects and maintains the shape of the cell.

14. Chloroplast (Plant Cell Only)
Makes plants green.
Location of Photosynthesis.

15. Vacuole Storage of food and materials inside the cell.
“Cabinets” of cell

16. Pick your adventure! (In notebook)
Create Venn Diagram comparing plant and animal cells
Compose a poem from the perspective of cell. Include details about cell.
As a group, write a short funny play about cell. Each student plays a role. (Extra Credit)