Most twenty-first century pupils don't know how to interpret cuneiform. Examining images of cuneiform and papyrus writing and using a chart and Venn diagram, young historians extrapolate what life may have been like for people who lived...

  Young scholars discuss the need for humans to have a skeletal system and what would happen if we did not have bones.  In this skeletal system instructional activity, students label each bone in the human skeletal system as a...

Students explore the significance of a resting and an active heart rate. In this heart activity students chart data on their pulse and draw a diagram of the heart.

Students research the human body. In this human body lesson, students brainstorm the connections between the parts of a bike and a human digestive system. Students work in small groups and research a specific body system. Students then...

Students become more familiar with life science in the context of the scientific method which helps them to become familiar with the various kinds of life science diagrams they may see on a GED science test.

Students explore the human skeleton. In this biology lesson, students view a diagram of the human skeleton and identify the names of bones. Students define the role bones play in protecting the human body and construct a paper skeleton...

Students explore the human brain and nervous system. In this brain awareness activity, students examine specific terms with regards to the human brain. Students discover the brain's structure and function and how it functions as the...

Students work in small groups to create posters illustrating the major facts and functions of plant organs. Within their groups, they assume the role of specialists creating specialized posters pertaining to the different parts of plants.

Fifth graders conduct research on the major organ systems of the human body. They create and present 3D models of a body system, and collect basic first-aid supplies for donation to a third-world community.

Students explore human anatomy by completing a list of activities over five days. In this brain science lessons, students examine images of brains and identify the different parts. Students complete an in-class quiz regarding brain...

Students identify components of the digestive system and explain functions. They create and label a diagram of the digestive system. They watch the video "Passage of Food" and perform a proper dissection of a frog. They create a flow map...

Students describe the digestive system and simulate what happens to food as it passes through. They use an apple, tubing and hydrochloric acid to simulate the digestive process.

Fifth graders label the parts of the respiratory system. They distinguish among the functions of its major organs. They construct a model of the respiratory system. They watch an animated video and utilize the Internet for research of...

Students use creative writing in order to review the digestive system and other various parts of the human body. They write a creative story about a hamburger and the journey it takes during digestion. The lesson includes key words that...

So, this is not technically a learning exercise, but rather a chapter of reading material, pictures, and diagrams introducing young biologists to the cell. Cell theory, diversity, size, and shape are described. The internal organization...

What's in a cell, anyway? Kids read informational text on what makes up both animal and plant cells, including a page of vocabulary terms they will need to be familiar with (cytoplasm, ribosomes, vacuoles, etc.). Full-color images...

Students investigate the functions of different body systems. They conduct research about the major body systems to attain information. The teacher prepares the room for the lesson. Students walk and talk through each major system as...

Students explain why safety belts don't fit all children. They decribe the correct way to wear a safety belt. Students explain why incorrect belt fit can be dangerous. They are shown a diagram of the human body. Students identify the...

Students analyze all of the body's major systems. They make diagrams of some of the systems and create their own questions.

Students explore the brain. In this science activity, students create a model of the brain and discuss steps taken in order to protect the brain. Students design a container that would protect the brain from injury. Students discuss the...

In this disease worksheet, students will review the organs associated with the immune system including their specific functions. This worksheet has 10 matching, 8 true or false, and 5 short answer questions.

Students explore various parts of the heart and blood vessels . They begin with an overview of the components of the cardiovascular system. They see a cross section of an artery and watch how a blood clot develops.

In this human reproduction worksheet, 9th graders explain why the testes are located on the outside of the body rather than the inside. Then they explain how often eggs are released in the female. Students also describe puberty.

Have your class follow the step-by-step directions in this resource to dissect a sheep heart and gain a better understanding of this amazing organ. Working in small groups, pupils look for specific parts of the heart during their...