The Human Body

Over the past week students have been learning about their bodies, The Human Body!

This domain covers a number of topics and concepts regarding cells and how cells form the building blocks of life on Earth. Students are then taught how a collection of cells form tissues, and tissues form organs, and finally how organs work within the various body systems. In addition, students are taught about Anton van Leeuwenhoek and his work with the microscope and his discovery of the tiny one-celled bacteria. 

Students will then hear about the digestive and excretory systems. They are going to learn the fundamental parts and function of these two body systems.

The remainder of this domain focuses on the importance of good nutrition and how to make good choices in order to eat a well balanced diet. Students will be taught five keys to good health: 

eat well, exercise, sleep, keep clean, and have regular checkups. 

We have been using the model below for our classroom. Students are fascinated with being able to see and touch these parts in their bodies. They should be able to tell you where their lungs are, liver, stomach, small intestines and large intestines are from the picture below. Ask if they can point to each part.