Living Cells · JHS1 Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.1.2.1.2 - State the functions of each organelle in a plant cell.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Name at least six organelles found in a plant cell from a diagram or model.
State the function of each named organelle in a plant cell accurately.
Match each organelle to its correct function when given a list of functions and organelle names.
Draw and label a plant cell showing at least five organelles with their correct positions.
Explain why plant cells have some organelles (cell wall, chloroplasts, large vacuole) that animal cells do not have.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Diversity of Matter (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Living Cells (1.2)
Content standard: B7.1.2.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the structure of organisms and functions of cells in living systems
Indicator: B7.1.2.1.2 - State the functions of each organelle in a plant cell.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 4 (Week 4 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 6
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Identify and describe the structure of a plant cell as seen in a video, a chart, pictures and magnifiers.
2. State the function of each organelle in the plant cell.
3. Look at a sample of a plant cell from different parts of a plant with a microscope, magnifier or, watch a video or pictures and confirm that plants are made up of cells.
4. Draw and label a plant cell.
5. Develop a model to represent a plant cell.