Squid Dissection (3-D Paper Dissection Model)

The Squid Dissection (3-D Paper Model) brings ocean life and invertebrate anatomy to the classroom in a humane, hands-on way. Formerly a longtime favorite of the Getting Nerdy collection, now part of the Inside Out Science lineup. Students explore squid structure, function, and physiology while discovering how this remarkable cephalopod uses its tentacles, siphon, and ink sac to survive beneath the waves.

This squid dissection model lesson includes a student-friendly reading that introduces detailed squid anatomy, black-line and color templates that support differentiation, and a guided PowerPoint presentation that walks students through coloring, cutting, and assembling their realistic 3-D squid model. Designed to be built, explored, and “dissected” again and again, it’s perfect for interactive learning without the mess, smell, or ethical concerns. Created to mimic a real dissection, this Scienstructable 3-D paper model can be used as a dissection-free exploration, a pre-lab preparation tool, or a post-lab comparative anatomy assessment. Teachers value how this tool highlights cephalopod adaptations and body systems, while students who opt out of traditional dissections appreciate a realistic, specimen-free experience that’s kind to both animals and the environment.

All Inside Out Science dissection models maintain a consistent organ color system and include templates for both sexes (where applicable), helping students compare anatomical relationships across species and understand the fascinating diversity of invertebrate anatomy. Engaging, reusable, and eco-friendly, this Squid Dissection Model helps students explore the mysteries of the deep—no tentacles required.

Furthermore, this model adheres to modern Three Rs standards (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement), offering an eco-friendly and scent-free experience that accommodates students opting out of traditional dissections.

Included in this 3-5 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
→ Squid 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, Frog, Sea Star, Shark, Clam, Crayfish, Snake, Rat, Cat, Bird, Fetal Pig, Lamprey, Eye & Sponge. 

See also a collection of resources on squids in the NORINA database and books related to squids in the Textbase database. 

SKU: 00041
$19.95