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Just thinking, reading about, hearing the word, or seeing someone yawning will make you yawn. But why? In a video that explores some involuntary behaviors viewers see why we yawn, why our eyes twitch, why we hiccup, why we sneeze more when we look at the sun, and why we sometimes jerk awake right before sleep.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
NGSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Video fits in unit on human body; could be used as a hook to begin the unit
Classroom Considerations
- If having class members watch the resource at home, be sure all have Internet access and a computer
- Video is appropriate for upper level elementary learners as well
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- The description includes links to find further information
- Video is high quality and engaging
Cons
- None