Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
This kit consists of two parts. In Part One, students investigate the reactions of photosynthesis and cellular respiration by organizing a series of images and statements. Students discuss the roles of each of these processes in an ecosystem and connect this information to the carbon cycle. In Part Two, they read about the details of photosynthesis and cellular respiration, including the light-dependent and light-independent reactions of photosynthesis, and the three stages of respiration— glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.
Details at a Glance
- 1-2 Days | 1-2 ~50 minute class periods
- 2 Activities
- Accommodates unlimited classes, each with 6 groups of 4 students
- Meets our criteria for supporting literacy
- All materials are non-consumable
- Includes digital resources
- Developed in partnership with SEPUP
Scientific Concepts
•Photosynthesis is a cellular process through which organisms capture light energy from the sun and use it to generate and store energy. Photosynthesis happens in the chloroplasts, which contain chlorophyll. Only producers can perform photosynthesis.
•Photosynthesis takes in light energy, carbon dioxide, and water, producing glucose and oxygen. Light is required for photosynthesis to occur, although parts of photosynthesis can happen in the absence of light.
•Cellular respiration releases stored energy in glucose, allowing the organism to function. Many organisms, including plants and plankton, perform oxygen-dependent cellular respiration. Cellular respiration happens in the mitochondria and cytoplasm of cells.
•Cellular respiration takes in oxygen and glucose and produces carbon dioxide and water. Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is also produced from cellular respiration.
•The substances produced and consumed in photosynthesis and cellular respiration are complementary.
•Students develop conclusions based on evidence.
•Students make accurate interpretations, inferences, and conclusions from text.
Key Vocabulary: carbon cycle, cellular respiration, chlorophyll, glucose, photosynthesis
Guides & Student Sheets
Our kits and modules provide you with everything you need so you can open, review, and teach the material confidently the next day.
- Comprehensive Teacher Guide with background information, detailed instruction, example data and answers
- Student Sheets with age appropriate background information, full procedure(s), and analysis items
- Materials necessary for the investigation (beyond common classroom items)
- Safety Data Sheets
Kit Components
- 6 Sets of 8 Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration Cards
- 6 Sets of 12 Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration Strips
- 6 Sets of 2 Category Cards
- 28 Student Worksheets and Guides
- 1 Teacher’s Guide
- 1 Transparency 1: Kelp Forest Food Web
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