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Basic First Aid
Students listen to basic first aid information. In this first aid lesson, students discuss CPR, Choking, Severe Bleeding, and Shock. They research the steps and how they can help in an emergency situation.
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Mammal Characteristics
In this mammals activity, students review the characteristics of mammals including their adaptations for survival and reproductive strategies. This activity has 2 short answer, 5 matching, 5 fill in the blank, 8 true or false, and 4...
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Idioms
In this idioms practice activity, learners examine 9 idioms and their meanings. Students then use 6 of the idioms to give advice in 6 scenarios.
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The Night Harry Stopped Smoking
In this math and language worksheet, students complete word problems and match vocabulary based on the story The Night Harry Stopped Smoking. Students complete 16 problems total.
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The Human Body
Learners make life-size models of their bodies by having a partner trace them. They glue the basic body parts in the proper places and decorate them with hair, and facial features.
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Body Systems Unit
Second graders complete a unit of lessons on the body systems. They watch the video, Magic Schoolbus Inside the Human Body, trace their bodies and construct the systems on the tracing, simulate the digestive system, and participate in...
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Quick Beat
Students move in a variety of ways such as speed walk, jump, skip, gallop, crab walk, crawl (on mats or grass), slide, walk backwards, etc. Write terms on a large poster. Writing should be large enough for students in a group to read it.
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Physical Fitness
Students compare sedentary lifestyles to active lifestyles. In this health lesson, students discuss the implications of different kinds of lifestyles, complete a worksheet, then participate in a physical activity.
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Plant and Animal Adaptations
Fourth graders identify behavioral and structural adaptations to plant and animal life. In this unit overview, 4th graders discuss the importance of variation and adaptation in a species survival. This is a unit overview and does not...
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Anatomy
Second graders identify the major organs of the body and their primary function, identify major systems of the body, and describe behaviors that protect the body structure and organs.
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Anatomy
Third graders explore the basic structures and functions of the human body and how they relate to personal health.
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Brain and Nervous System
Third graders study the physical characteristics of the brain and identify its parts through this series of lessons.
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How Could You Visualize the Importance of Education
Students view different pieces of art from artist Candida Alvarez. They discuss what the art means to them. They create their own mobiles showing what they would like out of their education.
Science Museum of Minnesota
Science Museum of Minnesota: Your Heart and Lungs
Learn everything you've ever wanted to know about your heart and lungs as you journey through this human gallery. Animations, videos, lessons and links to new technologies are included.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Do the Lungs Work?
When you breathe, you transport oxygen to the body's cells to keep them working, while also clearing your system of the carbon dioxide that this work generates. How do we accomplish this crucial and complex task without even thinking...
Science Museum of Minnesota
Science Museum of Minnesota: Habits of the Heart: About Your Lungs
Learn about your lungs by viewing animations and interactives of the respiratory system and actually see your lungs at work.
Science Museum of Minnesota
Lesson Plan: Catch Your Breath
In this comprehensive site, students will measure their lung capacity and look at factors that affect the amount of air the lungs can hold.
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Kids Health: I Don't Like Sports, So How Can I Stay Fit?
This online resource is for kids who aren't inclined to playing sports but who want to stay in good physical shape. Here, read about various fun activities, chores, and games that will help keep your muscles strong and your heart and...
North Central Regional Educational Laboratory
Kids learn.org: Circulatory System
What do you know about the circulatory system? This site features several links to help you increase your knowledge of this fascinating human body system.
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Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
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.