Sponge Dissection (3-D Paper Dissection Model)

The Sponge Dissection (3-D Paper Dissection Model) provides a sophisticated, ethical framework for studying the animal kingdom’s most ancestral organisms, Porifera. Now part of the Inside Out Science collection (formerly Getting Nerdy), this model facilitates a comprehensive understanding of invertebrate anatomy, cellular organization, and the biological efficiency of filter-feeding systems.

The module features technical readings covering poriferan physiology and functional adaptations, as well as both black-line and color schematics to support diverse learning needs. Additionally, a guided PowerPoint presentation ensures precise assembly of the 3-D specimen. Engineered to replicate the educational rigor of a physical laboratory, this Scienstructable model functions as a versatile dissection alternative, pre-lab orientation, or summative assessment for units on classification and comparative anatomy. By employing a standardized color-coding system, the resource enables students to track anatomical commonalities across the entire animal phylogeny. This reusable, eco-friendly tool offers a compassionate and detailed method for examining biological structure and function without the need for traditional specimens.

Included in this 2-3 day Dissection Lesson:

• EDITABLE PowerPoint slides with bellwork, instructions, notes and embedded answer key to handouts
• NON-EDITABLE PDF handouts

→ Student-friendly guided reading PDF
→ Differentiated graphic organizers PDF
→ Sponge Dissection Templates in BLACK LINE AND COLOR
→ Extension questions
→ Answer keys

• GOOGLE DRIVE ACCESS TO THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS

→ PowerPoint slides with bellwork, instructions, notes and embedded answer key to handouts
→ Student-friendly guided reading PDF
→ Differentiated graphic organizers PDF

Students will:

• Learn about the structures of the internal and external anatomy of the frog using the guided reading, color key and graphic organizer.
• Color, cut out and assemble a 3-D Scienstructable paper frog dissection model
• Complete extension questions

Part of a broader Vertebrate Dissection Series, featuring a universal color-coding system for easy comparative anatomy. Please see Eartworm, Grasshopper, Perch, Squid, Sea Star, Shark, Clam, Crayfish, Snake, Rat, Cat, Bird, Fetal Pig, Lamprey, Frog & Eye.

SKU: 00040
$11.95