Do you want to learn about how you learn? Help pupils become the best learners they can be by teaching them how their brain works. The resources available include videos about brain structure and a study guide full of activities that have groups investigate touch receptors, neurotransmitters, memory, exercise and blood flow, and personal medical histories.  

Concepts

the brain, neurons, neurology, mental health

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Presents many activities that do not necessarily have to be presented in this sequence; choose what best fits your curriculum

Classroom Considerations

• Most activities use minimal supplies and will not require much preparation
• The two videos require Internet access 
• May seem a bit scattered in subtopics, which could be overwhelming

Pros

• Resource is from a well-respected organization
• Offers teachers many activities to consider

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.9-10.2 RST.9-10.3 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.2 RST.11-12.9