Learning Targets: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Explain that all living things are made up of cells, which are the basic units of life.

• Identify and describe the key structures found in both plant and animal cells.

• Gather evidence using technology tools, such as digital microscopes or virtual simulations, to support claims about the similarities and differences between plant and animal cells.

Success Criteria: Students will demonstrate mastery of the learning targets by:

• Accurately identifying and labeling the key structures in plant and animal cells.

• Providing detailed descriptions of the similarities and differences between the cell structures observed.