Nemours KidsHealth
Male Reproductive System
Young pupils are introduced to the male reproductive system, the process of reproduction and conception through worksheets, discussion, and instructional guidance.
Curated OER
What Are Cells?
Energize the cells of young biologists with an edible life science activity. Engaging students in exploring the inner workings of plant and animal cells, this activity involves using colored jello and various sweet and...
ProCon
Vegetarianism
What do Mike Tyson, Ellen DeGeneres, and Paul McCartney have in common? They're all famous vegetarians. Using the resource, scholars learn about the pros and cons of eating a vegetarian diet. They read a fascinating history of...
BBC
Bbc: Human Anatomy: Organs
Explore the anatomy of the human body. Click on an organ or other body part to read more about its structure and function, and then try out an interactive activity for that organ.
Emory University
Emory University: Human Anatomy: Organization of the Nervous System
Describes the different parts of the nervous system and how it is organized.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Tissues, Organs, & Organ Systems
Describes the main tissue types and organ systems of the body and how they function together.
University of Arizona
The Biology Project: Human Biology: New Methods for Karyotyping
Read about the findings from the scientific group from the National Center for Human Genome Research, which published a modification to traditional karyotyping that permits rapid identification of chromosomal alterations.
Untamed Science
Untamed Science: Human Biology: Musculatory System
Learn about the three types of muscle tissue, how a muscle contracts, and how muscles are adapted for exercise. [3:40]
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Human Body: Organization Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for a unit on the organization levels in the human body from organ systems to cells.
Other
Bio Anim
BioAnin presents 3-D labeled images of all of the major systems of the human body, for example, the digestive system and the endocrine system. The images are embedded in slideshows. The site also has interactive 3-D models that can be...
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Human Digestive System
Excellently detailed drawing (with labels) of the digestive system with an accompanying explanation of the digestive process. Includes a glossary and a blank label me print-out.
Discovery Education
Your Digestive System
What do you know about your digestive system? This site feature factoids and more interesting information concerning this human body system. Trace the path of food from one end to the next.
Other
Bones and Skeletal System
This thorough site delves into the structure of the bone, the main bones in the human skeleton (definition and pictures), and a comparison of the male and female pelvis.
MadSci Network
Mad Sci Network: Visible Human: Annotated References
A collection of transverse and coronal views of the internal anatomy of the human body. The webpage also has a keyword search for specific organs.
Other
A Look Inside: Human Body
Learn how our body works at this personal site from a fourth grade teacher. Colorful graphics and lots of fun facts.
Northwestern University
Di Humani Corporis Fabrica
A historically significant translation of the groundbreaking text on human anatomy that changed the study of anatomy forever.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biology for Kids: Nervous System in the Human Body
Kids learn about the science of the Nervous System in the human body. Brain, spinal cord, and nerves communicate.
McGraw Hill
Online Learning Center: Respiration
This is a very detailed site on breathing/respiration. It covers system organization, mechanics, exchange of gases, and oxygen transport. A very thorough site.
National Health Museum
Access Excellence: The First Steps of Human Vision
Describes the contributions of scientists over hundreds of years leading to our current understanding of the eye and vision.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Nervous System Study Guide
Use this review guide of the human body nervous system to understand its importance to the human body.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Immune System Part I Study Guide
This study guide on the immune system covers key terminology and the different lines of defense the human body has to protect itself against pathogens. It is available for download with free registration.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Muscular System Study Guide
Review the structure and function of the human body's muscular system.
Curated OER
Kids Health: How the Body Works: Your Nose
Learn about the nose and its function in the olfactory system of the human body. For auditory learners, a read-aloud feature is also available.