Four resources make up the SEL toolkit for educators. Intended for those that teach kindergarten to twelfth grade, helpful files include a companion guide, presentation, reference list, and a one-page snapshot that neatly showcases the...

Video explores diagnosing a zombie by relating its symptoms to various human brain and behavior disorders. [3:44] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

This is a link to a book posted on the internet which discusses many different drugs and their effects on the brain. Also provides some discussion on the influences of different drugs and neurotransmitters in reference to different brain...

An extensive glossary list of topics related to studies of the brain and behavior.

Test your speed in this game reviewing brain and behavior terms and concepts.

Learn about the intelligence of birds. There are many examples to illustrate communication, use of tools, and general resourcefulness that many birds show.

What protects the brain? Why does the brain need to be protected? In this lesson plan students will learn about the fragility of the brain and that it is enclosed by the skull, which protects the brain and forms the shape of the head.

What do you know about the brain? In this early learners lesson, young scholars will explore the basic functions and characteristics of the brain and skull, and also learn about three major structures in the brain: the cerebrum,...

The human brain is complex. Messages within the brain and the rest of the nervous system are conducted by cells called neurons. Drugs and other substances can interfere with or modify the transmission of messages between neurons. In this...

Students research an age restricted privilege/right such as driving, drinking, and voting. Students conduct research to answer questions including: Why was the age limit for your privilege determined? When was it determined? Students use...

Students read two informational texts to understand the immediate and lasting effects that concussions and high impact sports have on the teenage brain.

A complete guide to the development of the teenage brain. Find out about typical teenage behaviors, and the science behind their brain development that makes them act in certain ways.

Extensive review and synopsis of a book that brings to light some information on the chemicals which have been thought for years to effect personality.

What makes you notice someone in a crowd? Why do some things stand out, while others melt into the background? In this experiment you can investigate the psychology of how things get noticed, by studying how our brains perform a visual...

The traditional thought has been that the adolescent brain was similar to the adult brain. However, new studies show that the teen brain is fundamentally different than older brains. Learn the details behind the new findings .. how the...

Think it's a good idea to plug into iTunes, surf the Web, or watch TV while doing homework or trying to read? Many people do it and claim that jumping from one activity to another keeps their attention level up and even gives their brain...

The left brain is supposed to be better at language, and organizing sequential actions, the right brain is supposed to be better at visualizing orientations in space, making and listening to music, and deciphering the emotions of others....

This module focuses on the science that explains the effects that drugs have on the brain and, by extension, a person's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Specifically, it focuses on the adolescent brain. Adolescents may be more...

The brain has unique physical characteristics and it is specialized into many different areas, each with a different job. Brain functions and abilities develop over time. Assess student's knowledge of the structure of the brain by having...

How does information from different parts of the body reach the brain? In this lesson students discover that their brains receive and act on information from inside and outside the body, and that the senses gather and process different...

The brain needs many different kinds of raw materials from food and ecommended serving sizes are often smaller than the size actually served or the amounts people eat. In this lesson students are introduced to this concept by dissecting...

Includes several sections, with charts and facts with information on alcohol use, alcoholism, youth drinking, and misconceptions and myths about alcohol and drinking. Though a "Teacher's guide," this website is suitable for students...

In this interactive activity, students act out animal movements for a short brain break.

Build your knowledge of the teen brain and its impact on behavior by demonstrating your level of agreement. This will help you prepare to read "The Teen Brain: Still Under Construction."