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Curated OER

Kids Health: My Body

For Students 2nd - 7th
For elementary school children, this page presents information about lungs, muscles, digestive system, teeth, skin, tongue, hair, heart, and more.
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WebMD

Web Md: Drugs and Medications: Potassium Bicarbonate

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from WebMD Health is a general overview of potassium bicarbonate. Answers questions on dosage, counterindications, side effects, etc.. Also includes general information and a description.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Turner Syndrome

For Students 9th - 10th
Turner Syndrome affects about 1 in every 2000 females. This can cause many of the changes that take place during puberty to not develop. This article focuses on the effects of Turner Syndrome and how people live with the disorder. Links...
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Delayed Puberty

For Students 6th - 8th
The changes that an adolescent goes through can be intimidating or unexpected. What can be worse though is watching peers change as your body still appears like a child. This article confronts this feeling and provides support for those...
Website
Other

Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids

For Students 9th - 10th
The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids has developed a website showing how and why tobacco can affect many different aspects of your life. Click on one of the categories on the left to see how cigarette smoking hurts your health.
Handout
WebMD

Web Md: Impetigo

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from WebMD Health provides information about impetigo by discussing the basics first of all, then describing the symptoms that are involved, along with information on the treatment that has to be undergone.. Also includes...
Handout
Amethyst Galleries

Amethyst Galleries: The Mineral Hematite

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents thorough geological data on the iron containing mineral hematite, with links to other iron containing minerals.
Website
Other

Visiting Nurse Associations of America

For Students 9th - 10th
Home page of association of professional nurses working in the home-care setting. This site includes reference to current publications and also contains information for families and caregivers regarding home healthcare issues.
Activity
Educaplus (Jesús Peñas Cano)

Educaplus: Sistema Urinario [In Spanish]

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn the structure of the urinary system and then take a quiz to test your knowledge.
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Other

Web Health Centre: Diet and Diseases

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn to "watch your plate" to prevent complications associated with diseases and disorders, such as diabetes, obesity, and ulcers. This is a good resource for those with medical problems and those who are healthy and just want general...
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US Department of Agriculture

Choose My Plate: All About the Vegetable Group

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the vegetable group, including what foods are vegetables and how much of each type counts as a serving. Three broccoli spears counts as a cup of vegetables, as do one large ear of corn, and two large stalks of celery. What...
eBook
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: 11.39 Excretory System Diseases

For Students 5th - 9th
Take a look at some disorders of the human Excretory system.
eBook
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: 11.36 Excretory System

For Students 5th - 9th
Understand the structure and function of the human Excretory system.
Website
US Department of Agriculture

Usda: Tips to Help You Make Wise Protein Food Choices

For Students 9th - 10th
Make wise choices when eating from the protein group. This website advises you to eat lean cuts of beef, trim visible fat off of meat and poultry, eat fish "rich in omega-3 fatty acids," and read food labels for nutritional information.
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Curated OER

Fava Beans Resemble Large Brown Kidney Beans.

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive report on the food of Israel. This site contains a detailed description of food history, food for religious and holiday celebrations, mealtime customs as well as many recipes!
Article
Other

Adrenal Gland Disorders

For Students 9th - 10th
The body has two adrenal glands, one near the top of each kidney. The inner part (medulla) of the adrenal glands secretes hormones such as adrenaline (epinephrine) that affect blood pressure, heart rate, sweating, and other activities...
Handout
Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: Piute Ground Squirrel

For Students 4th - 8th
Piute Ground Squirrels are adapted to desert life. Their kidneys efficiently conserve water, and they are able to withstand high temperatures. Learn more about the Spermophilus mollis, more commonly known as a Piute Ground Squirrel, in...
Unit Plan
Curated OER

Kids Health: Urinary System

For Students 3rd - 8th
If you've ever wondered where urine comes from, this movie and activity guide has the answer! [5:14]
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Inner Body

Innerbody: Digestive System

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take a look inside the human body's digestive system. This site features diagrams of the digestive tract and each part is accompanied by labels and descriptions. Just select an organ by moving the mouse over its image.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Urinary System

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses how the urinary system filters blood and excretes wastes.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Urinary System

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Introduces the components of the urinary system.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Urinary System

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses how the urinary system filters blood and excretes wastes.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Urinary System

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the structure and function of organs that comprise the urinary system, and explains how the production of urine and the process of urination are controlled.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Excretory System Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for a unit on the excretory system.

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