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1 BY Nucleus Cytoplasm Cell-wall Nucleus Vacuole Cell-membrane Chloroplasts I think that a microscope at home would be amazing, as in school we are learning about plant and animal cells. For example, did you know that a nerve cell in our body is very, very long and it carries messages at 400Km per hour? Only plants have cell walls otherwise they would explode. At home I would study the cells that I leave on things like toothbrushes and forks. I might even use my blood (or my brothers!) for some tests. Some of my class-mates said that they would sell the microscope on e-bay, but if I got the microscope I would keep it to study stuff. I want to be a doctor when I am older and take all sciences for A levels. With my own microscope my dream is even more likely to come true. I love science and would adore a microscope! Entry 1

2 A poem about why I want a microscope! A spider looked at with the human eye, Could be enough to make you cry! I think their gorgeous in every way, Some people dread looking at them during the day! Their friendly, soft and just want heat, But they most certainly don t want a beat! A spider under a microscope, I bet you wouldn t be able to cope! The hairy legs and huge big eyes, You d probably find a big surprise! I d be able to I honestly would, Wouldn t that just be so good! I want a microscope mainly because it would be so cool to look at jaws, but there are lots of things I can look at through a microscope, like insects, animals or a bit of soap. I love science in every way and I would love to experiment, what else can I say? Their thrilling, fantastic and very fun, not forgetting they weigh a tonne! I would look at it every day making it better in every kind of way! That s why I d love to own a microscope! Entry 2

3 Why would I like a microscope? Who wouldn t want a microscope! There is so much more to the world than meets the naked eye that can only be seen under a microscope. Imagine being able to see the very small hairs on a spider or to be able to see an ant s face up close. Flowers and leaves under a microscope would show up complex patterns which would otherwise be invisible. A normal glass of water would expose its own little world of microorganisms. A microscope would enable me to see the building blocks of all sorts of things from fabric to living things. I could look at my own skin cells or my own teeth and discover how they are formed. It would open up a whole new dimension in my own home and turn the boring and ordinary into something complex and fascinating. It would enable me to discover the world and everything in it in its entirety instead of the very limited view my naked eye allows. I would discover things I never knew existed and turn so many things into wonderful 3d images instead of plain, flat objects. The possibilities of discovery and learning are endless with a microscope!!!!! Entry 3

4 Why I need a microscope. My eyes cannot see everything, I can t see stuff that s small, That s why I need a microscope, So I can see it all! What lurks beneath my toenails? What lives inside my spit? What horrors share my bed with me? Will I still sleep in it? What dwells inside my nostrils? Is it cool or is it grim? What forages in my hair at night? What crawls across my skin? What s hiding in my belly button? And what s inside my drink? What s got more bacteria, the toilet or the sink? I have so many questions, I really must persist, To take the samples, make the slides And be a scientist! Entry 4

5 Why I need a microscope? I am writing this letter to tell you why I need a microscope. I feel I need one to know more about science as I find it s a very educational subject. At school we re using the microscopes and I m loving every minute of it. I couldn t believe at first that you can use it for so many things such as; human parts of the body, animal parts and even looking inside onion cells etc. I also helped at my opening evening still using microscopes. That s what made me think that there is so much more to see on a microscope. It gives you the most incredible shots of photos of things you thought you would never see. Another thing that surprises me is not the fact that they can zoom in it s the fact of how much they can zoom in. There is a lot more to science with microscopes as you can see so many fascinating things you wouldn t expect to see in public and it shows you how much your missing without one of these lifetime gadgets. That is why I feel I need a microscope. Entry 5

6 Dear president of quekett I am writing to explain why you need a microscope. you need a microscope to see the organisms that live inside water air. They can not be seen by naked eye so that's why we need a microscope. You also need a microscope to see the tiny cells in plant parts for example roots, steam and a leaf. You can use a microscope to examine bugs to see if they are edible. And last of all you can examine dust to see if there are any dust mites that need to be sorted around your house. Entry 6

7 Dear Sir or Madam, The reasons that I feel winning the microscope would benefit me enormously are, because when I am older I would like to be a medical doctor. I have always had an interest in biology and a microscope would help me study cells, bacteria and organisms. When my learning was complete I would donate the microscope to the school for more pupils to benefit from. Yours Sincerely, Entry 7

8 Homework Why I want a microscope I really want a microscope because I really enjoy science and I would love my own microscope. Microscopes are really cool and it would be awesome to have my own. One reason I would like a microscope is because I would be better at science, another reason is my brother would like one as well. Entry 8

9 I really want a microscope I really want a microscope to see things closer up, I really want a microscope I could zoom into something like a buttercup! I really want a microscope to see what s in a piece of wool, I really want a microscope it would be really cool! I really want a microscope to see cells from different things, I really want a microscope it would be cool to look into bee wings? I really want a microscope to look in to dates, I really want a microscope to show off to my mates! I really want a microscope it would be such a treat, I could invite all my friends over and examine what we eat! I really want a microscope Entry 9

I would like a microscope so I can be able to explore things that the naked eye would not

I would use it to study parasites, bacteria's, blood cells, hair cells and many more

It could be fun to see details on bugs such as : eyes, ears, hair (or not), wings.

10 I would like a microscope so I can be able to explore things that the naked eye would not be able to see. I would use it to study parasites, bacteria's, blood cells, hair cells and many more different cells that would be fascinating to learn more about. It could be fun to see details on bugs such as : eyes, ears, hair (or not), wings. Looking at colour coordination's on butterflies and other colorful insects, bugs. I could also look at differences or similarities between human, animals and plant cells. Animal cell Plant cell Human cell Entry 10

11 I think I would really benefit from having a microscope because I find it very interesting when we are looking at cells in class and would like to investigate at home too. Without a microscope I wouldn't be able to see all the different cells as they are really small, hence why it is called a MICROscope. The amazing machinery allows us to see inside of us and other animals something not many people get to do. If I were to get the microscope I would buy lots of different slides such as: blood, brain, heart etc. to make great use out of it. I like looking at the different cells and focusing on them as they are really interesting and would like to investigate even further (not that we don't do lots of it in class!). I am enthusiastic when it comes to science and am always willing to look at the discoverys and am intrigued to know more. Thank you for taking the time to read my about 'why I need a microscope'. I hope I am thought worthy of one. Yours sincerely, Entry 11

12 Why I Would Like a Microscope I have always been interested in nature. At the moment I am especially interested in birds as I was given a pair of RSPB binoculars for Christmas last year which have enabled me to see animals and birds from a distance. Being able to see them in detail has made me even more interested in them. If I had a microscope I would be able to see things that would normally be hidden from me. I would like to look at things such as pieces of plants and insects and I would enjoy the opportunity to find new and interesting things to examine. I am especially interested in cells and micro organisms. I would study things from the human body as well like hairs, skin and blood. I would go on walks bringing slides to collect possibly useful specimens to examine. The things I would like to see magnified the most are creatures such as dust mites and water fleas. I have always found the idea amazing that there is another world that is impossible to see with the naked human eye. These are the reasons why I would like a microscope. Water Flea Entry 12

13 One of the reasons I would want a microscope is because you can see things like small plants, plant cells, small animals and animal cells which would be impossible to see with the naked eye but with a microscope you can see them very clearly. Whilst looking at these cells I could think about the different parts of the cell and what each bit does. Some other things I could look at are parts of the body like blood cells and hair. Unlike plant cells, blood cells (if they aren t dead) still move so they are fascinating to look at. In my opinion, it is fascinating to look through microscopes as it seems as if you are in another world where everything is in a lot more detail. I have seen some photos online of magnified animals like maggots and fleas. I know most people would find this disgusting but I found it very interesting. My favourite was the fly larva which looked cute and fuzzy. My least favourite was a maggot which I actually found quite scary! Thank you for reading my and I hope you will take it into consideration Yours sincerely, Entry 13

14 I need and would like to have a microscope because I enjoy science and I want to learn more about it. Biology is one of my favorite subjects; it is a subject where you find out about your blood, your body and yourself. Microscopes are a clever piece of science equipment that you use for looking at cells and things that cannot be seen with the naked eye. People can look at: Mould on bread Blood cells Flowers and plants (the stem, the leaf and the roots). Bugs Human and animal hair Dust mites and microorganisms In 1000AD the Romans discovered that if you held a lens over an object the object would look larger. Today there are many different job areas where you use a microscope, for example: forensic science (examining evidence at a crime scene), medical science (researching different illnesses and medicine) and environmental science (researching pollution, nature and our surroundings). Technological advances now mean that powerful microscopes can view objects magnified 4000 times and over. I would love to improve my science skills and create more enthusiasm towards it. Having a microscope would also help me explore the world in a new, different way. Entry 14

15 Why I would like a microscope There are many reasons why I would like a microscope and this is what I ll be writing about in the next paragraph. With a microscope it would most definitely help me improve and understand cells when it is magnified. I still need practice in adjusting the dials because I find it confusing and scary. I m afraid I might break the lenses when I turn the knobs too much when I try to zoom into the specimen on the glass. I ve actually already had a bit of experience with a microscope because I had one for my birthday and it actually worked! I got to see the cells from membranes of an onion. But unfortunately I can t remember the names of some of the parts; fortunately I know the functions. I would be extremely careful and cautious when handling a microscope as it is an expensive piece of equipment. I want to learn more about using a microscope and am more interested in all the functions of a microscope. Who knows I actually might become a scientist or a teacher one day. I have attached a picture naming parts of the microscope Entry 15

16 My song about a microscope! When u need to look at mysterious things Frogs, logs, hogs and other outdoorsy things The microscope is for the job That is why I want it so much Chorus: Zacharias Janssen was his name If you think about it, it is true fame Not any other magnifying thing Can surely be as cool as this invention Not just a light bulb or any old glass It is put together with true intelligence Chorus From a point of me everyone should know him As an ooba amazing cool scientist He isn t just a man He s like a super-hero With a microscope cape Zacharias Janssen and his name This of course was true fame!!! Entry 16

17 Why I Would Like a Microscope Entry from Isabella Ottevanger's diary, dated 25 th October Today has been the best day of my career as I received my Nobel award for Science. That made me think back to the day I won my microscope. I still have it, years later, up in my loft. With that microscope I managed to see many wondrous things, but my favourite thing I saw that first day was a butterfly wing which looked like it had come straight off a fancy fish, as it was covered in shining tiles, every colour of the rainbow. That butterfly wing, and that microscope, inspired me to become a zoologist. That microscope came with me to university, where I saw even better images like salt crystals, microbes, plankton and water fleas. My microscope isn't used any more as I use more powerful equipment now, but I hope my grandchildren enjoy talking to me about it. My microscope is ready to inspire another generation. Entry 17

18 I would need a microscope to see tiny things, such as germs, and even see the cells in big things, like plants or animals. I think I would use it very often, as I like science lot, it is one of my favourite subjects. I enjoy science quite a lot, and I would love to be able to have a microscope at home, as that would mean that I would be able to use it anytime, and be able to do projects at home then show my teachers. Microscopes are very fun to use, as I get to discover some new things every time. I think people need microscopes because otherwise they wouldn t have been able to discover so many things as they have. Scientists discover a lot of new things with microscopes, so I could do things that they did and see how they discovered them. It would certainly mean a lot to me if I win this microscope, I would let my dad and step-mum use it as much as they wanted and they could even learn things too, as well as me. Entry 18

19 Why I need a microscope I used to have a microscope but I was not sure how to use it properly. It wasn t as high Tec as all the professional ones at Hedingham but it was still a good working microscope. It came complete with a range of different slides such as onion cells and cedar cells. I made a few of my own cells but they didn t work out very well. This is why I would love to have a microscope. I would like a microscope because I adore all wildlife and animals. If the microscope got given to me I would look at all the different existing species and different foods they eat. Having a microscope would be amazing. Entry 19

Why I need a microscope? I would need a microscope because I have always found and interest in science... It helps children in our generation discover the natural world for what it really is.

20 Why I need a microscope? I would need a microscope because I have always found and interest in science... It helps children in our generation discover the natural world for what it really is... Many children take an interest in art or Geography because it may be fun; you learn about the world but you can t really see the things that are hidden like cells in body or on plants. I would use my microscope to help me with school work and practice for practical s that we do in school. It would help me to improve with my science skills and get better work done. I would also use it to see test my plants if they have different cells or not. That is why I need a microscope. Entry 20

21 Why I would like a microscope If I won a microscope I would test it on objects that I eat (onion), parts of me (a strand of) and bits of plants. It would help me to be able to focus the lens and know how to work it better in school. And if I don t understand something that well in school, I would be able to take it home and experiment further. Some of the experiments I could do would be to leave a bit of food (bread) out somewhere and wait for some mould to grow so I could look at it under the microscope. I could also maybe experiment and view blood cells. I could cut a flower and examine the differences to different types and parts (stem, leaf, roots). I could also get a small bit of protein and investigate it further. Almost wherever I go I could take a slide with me in case I find something interesting to test. And at weekends if I get bored (once finishing my homework) I could experiment rather than laze round and watch TV so I can become more resourceful. Entry 21

Why you need a Microscope Scientists need Microscopes to look at people s blood, to look at cells and bacteria, to make cures for diseases and find out more about science!

Another thing is that when having a blood test they need to know if something s wrong with you and you can t look at the blood and you have a diagnoses. But with a microscope you can!

22 Why you need a Microscope Scientists need Microscopes to look at people s blood, to look at cells and bacteria, to make cures for diseases and find out more about science! For example, to see organisms that live in water and air, or really anything, the point is that they can t be seen by the naked eye so it s important that we know whether it s save or not. Another thing is that when having a blood test they need to know if something s wrong with you and you can t look at the blood and you have a diagnoses. But with a microscope you can! I think that I should win the microscope because I spent a lot of time on this entry, and I am hoping to be a scientist or vet when I am older so it will help me with my work and grades. But I won t be bothered if someone else gets it. Entry 22

23 Science homework. I would like to have a microscope to look into more detail at cells and different types of things. Also I am interested in having a microscope because they are fun and I like looking more in to detail of what things look like over 40 times the size. Interested as I am, I like to experiment with different types of things. My granddad has a microscope and every time I go there I always have a go on it so I would like to have one of my own. I like cooking as well so I would look at food cells and drink. Thank you for reading why I should win a microscope. Entry 23

24 WHY I SHOULD GET THE MICROSCOPE Why I should get the microscope The reasons rather clear I might just become Young scientist of the year. I would use this microscope To look at things big and small While I m sure some other people Would not use it at all. I might just discover Something no one else has before A new life form or bacteria What else could you ask for? Perhaps in the future Not so very far away I ll be a famous scientist Doing my speech of the day: I may now be a scientist Using scientific tools But my fame is also due To a won microscope from school. You see here are the reasons The microscope should be mine I may just become A great scientist in my time. Entry 24

25 I am writing to express my interest in the competition related to a free biological microscope. I would like the microscope because as I am in my last year of my Gcse's I am doing triple science which involves learning biology and I find science fun and intriguing. In addition I feel that because I am interested in following a path related to biology, a microscope can help and assist me in my education. Furthermore I would use it for many things for education and for fun. Looking at the structure of materials and structure of plant leaves to what my hair looks like up close. I realize that if I have this microscope I will be able to learn and explore many aspects of things around me. My ambition to be a forensic scientist or a doctor can be encouraged by an access to my own microscope. This can support and assist me in years to come, when I am in sixth form or going to university. Thank you for reading my letter and I hope to hear from you soon. Yours sincerely, Entry 25

26 The Reasons Why I would like a microscope I would like a microscope because I do not know that much about science. I would like to explore the grounds of different cells and other amazing things you can look at. Science isn t my favorite subject, but I think if I won that microscope I would become very fascinated with the human body. Also I already know quite a lot about the human body and it would be fascinating to learn mot about it. Another thing, I think it would be a great learning strategy for any upcoming homework we get. Entry 26

They fascinate me at how they can magnify things and make the

27 Why I Want A Microscope I would like a microscope because they are amazing and well developed Piece of scientific equipment. They fascinate me at how they can magnify things and make the findings so clear. In this picture there is a plant cell Which has been magnified.

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The snake who spoiled everything

The snake who spoiled everything Adam and Eve How it all started Can you imagine a great big silent NOTHING? In the very beginning, that s all there was. Long before the sun started burning and long, long