Making Cells out of Jello!

So, this morning started out normal, except that my kids were feeling a bit out of sorts. I thought back over the previous day and realized I had not pushed fluids enough compared to the running around they had been doing (Are your kids like mine, and FORGET to eat/drink when they get busy?) so I loaded them up with juicy fruits and glasses of water. They weren't sick or anything, but I like to prevent illness, you know? Anyhow, this led to a conversation about how our bodies are 60% water. They knew a little about how we are made up of cells and such, just from reading different books (especially the Your Body Battles series...love these!).

Well, we went around the internet looking for a good picture of an animal cell to examine, and I found this fun project! With Halloween candy coming available, I think this is the perfect time of year to make this fun treat, and learn a little along the way. http://www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/animals/cell/jello/