Around the world, about 2/3 of adult humans are lactose intolerant. Scholars work in small groups to discuss a few statements about lactose intolerance. Then, they watch a video on the topic and readdress each statement. Whole-class...

Learners explore similarities and differences in jobs in one field. In this careers lesson, the teacher introduces the concept, then students brainstorm a list of jobs in the health field and complete a worksheet pertaining to various...

High schoolers explore geographical themes.  In this problem solving geography lesson, students view a PowerPoint presentation about the Vancouver/Whistler Olympic bid.  High schoolers analyze Vancouver as an Olympic site...

Students examine how they have changed. In this health lesson, students use pictures of themselves from babyhood to present to show how they have changed and the teacher relates the importance of healthy habits in growing.

In these personal information worksheets, students read through the options about the characteristics of the student. Students select the best option and then complete the sentences about their personal preferences.

Students investigate hazards to human health that are found where we live, work, and play, and begin to understand the risk analysis and system of evaluation that was developed to protect us from potential environmental dangers.

This online biology book chapter offers definitions and descriptions of the nervous system's components.

Detailed information about the many functions and components of the cardiovascular system. Also looks at the lymphatic system and cardiovascular disease.

Students learn about the organs and major functions of the digestive system, the roles of intestinal bacteria, and about diseases of the digestive system.

In this resource, students learn the major role of the muscular system, about muscle fibers, the role of ATP and calcium in muscle contraction, how muscles move bones, and how muscles respond to aerobic and anaerobic exercise.

After studying this article, students will be able to identify the functions and structure of bones, types of bones, bone development, parts of bones, types of joints, and bone disorders.

This article explains in clear English how the lymphatic system works.

Through informational text, interactive activities, practice problems, and video clips, students complete this learning module on the human skeletal system.

Through informational text with printable notes, interactive assignments, and video clips, students discover the structure and function of the human digestive system.

This source offers a great overview of the various systems of the human body. Each part is identified and described on this site by a veteran science professor. Many interactive quizzes are located here as well for students looking to...

Look at the organs of the endocrine system and examine them in detail as you click on the interactive animation.

Take a look at the parts of the cardiovascular system including all of the major arteries and veins. Make sure to click on the interactive animation to find additional information.

Students can learn about the human skeletal system through this easy-to-access tutorial. Sections include an introduction, organization of the skeleton, appendicular skeleton, and the axial skeleton. Interactive quizzes for each section...

Overview of the cardiovascular system with labeled diagrams and reviews of the heart, torso, arm, leg, and blood, available through the links on the right.

Students can learn about the human respiratory system's structures and functions through this easy-to-access tutorial. Sections include major zones and divisions, the nose and nasal cavity, the pharynx, the larynx, the trachea and...

By completing this module, students will discover how the liver, kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra all work together to maintain homeostasis in the human excretory system.

Click on the different parts of the interactive model to learn about the urinary system. Scroll down the page to read about the urinary system's anatomy.

Students learn and apply understanding of the structure and function of the components of the human lymphatic and immune systems.

Click on any embryo and start exploring one of the 23 stages of development during the 8-week embryonic period.