It's time to get to the heart of the matter! After introducing the heart anatomy in the previous lesson in a series on the systems of the body, the lesson looks at the specifics. Learners complete a series of six activities to study the structure and function of the heart. They complete book and computer research, answer questions, and even examine the real thing.

Concepts

the heart, heart anatomy, arteries, veins, valves

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Use as a deep analysis of the heart anatomy and the function of each feature

Classroom Considerations

• Consider consulting local processing plants for the availability of organs
• Expects pupils have a basic understanding of the structure and function of the heart

Pros

• Includes cards with directions for each station
• Encourages the use of scientific vocabulary throughout the lesson

Cons

• None