Cells Cells Rap 

• Watch the video. 
• On the back of your packet, create a K-W-L Chart (it should have three columns, one for each letter). 
  • ​In the K Column write down two things that you already know. 
  • In the W Column write two things that you want to learn. 
  • In the L Column write two things that you did learn. 

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Last class we learned about cell theory which applies to ALL cells. Now, we are going to compare and contrast the different types of cells. On this day we made a Venn diagram flip book and took notes. 

We learned last class that biology is the study of life and life is essentially cells. So we are going to start the year off by learning about cells! Over the past 200 years scientists have worked to develop a modern cell theory that gives us basic principles for studying cells. Many scientists contributed to this theory and we are still modifying what we know as technology advances. On this day we took notes and made a timeline! 

Biology = The Study of Life. Life has many characteristics; however, life is essentially cells. Therefore, everything we do is related to cells. On this day we met Claudel the Cell and learned how we will use him to study Biology this year. 

Biology is the study of life. Life would not be possible without water. Water has a special structure that makes it a polar molecule with hydrogen bonds. This contributes to water's four unique properties: cohesive/adhesive behavior, high specific heat, expansion upon freezing, and universal solvent. These four properties allow life to thrive on Earth. During these two days of class we took notes, worked with manipulatives, and did a hands on lab! 

​We kicked the year off by learning about how we "do" science. Students took notes on CONPAT and completed a hands on activity called Mystery Boxes. Students also completed a get to know you activity called "I am From..." which is a writing exercise. 

This was the introduction to our course. We went over policies and procedures, completed a scavenger hunt, and got to know each other!