Saratoga Elementary Our School is a living cell. Just as plant and animal cells produce proteins, our school creates educated students!

Cell Wall Rigid Layer that provides structure and support for plant cells. The school building provides a place for us to learn.

Cell Membrane Semi permeable layer that regulates movement into and out of cells. Mrs. Smalley controls movement into and out of our campus.

Vacuoles Store water and other substances needed by cells. Backpacks and desks store books and other items students need for school.

Cytoskeleton Helps the cell maintain its shape. The cell could not move without the cytoskeleton. This is a neuronal cytoskeleton. Mr. Go helps to keep you in shape in P.E. You need a healthy body to have a healthy mind!

Mitochondria Provide energy to the cell. Mrs. McConnell provides you with tools to help you learn, which powers your brain!

Chloroplasts Make glucose sugar for plant cells using the sun’s energy. The cafeteria provides food for students.

Nucleus Controls all cellular activities. The office regulates school activities.

With a partner, create other analogies to help you remember and understand the functions of the various parts of cells.