Do stem cells tell their kids they can grow up to be anything they want to be? The video discusses the large diversity in different types of stem cells and relates how shape and size determine function.

Concepts

cells, cell structure, eukaryotic cells, prokaryotes

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Have pupils draw and label the eukaryote and prokaryote cells in their science journals
• Discuss the levels of cell organization in more detail after the video

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of surface area, volume, and ratios

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Graphics highlight important concepts
• Does not require much class time

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4