- Label the large segment representing cell growth before DNA replication as "G1 - cell grows".
- Label the large segment representing DNA replication as "S-DNA replication".
- Label the large segment representing preparation for mitosis as "G2 - prepares for mitosis".
- Label the smaller segment representing division of the nucleus as "Mitosis".
- Within the "Mitosis" segment, label the sub-stages in order: "Prophase", "Metaphase", "Anaphase", "Telophase".
- Label the arrow immediately following "Telophase" as "Cytokinesis".
- Label the entire arc covering G1, S, and G2 phases as "Interphase".
- Label the combined Mitosis and Cytokinesis stages as "Cell division (M Phase)".
- Color the G1 phase segment BLUE.
- Color the S phase segment YELLOW.
- Color the G2 phase segment RED.
- Color all stages within the Mitosis segment ORANGE.
- Color the arrows connecting G1 to S, S to G2, and G2 to Mitosis GREEN.
- Color the arrow indicating the transition from Telophase to Cytokinesis PURPLE.
- Color the arrow indicating the transition from Cytokinesis back to G1 YELLOW.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of the cell cycle coloring worksheet.