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THE LAUGHING BRAIN 2: A GOOD LAUGH Lesson PlanTHE LAUGHING BRAIN 2: A GOOD LAUGH Lesson Plan
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THE LAUGHING BRAIN 2: A GOOD LAUGH

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Students explore various theories about laughter, laughter's effects on our mental health, and the benefits of laughter to our immune system.

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the immune system, the central nervous system, human body systems

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Biology, immune system, nervous system, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
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Research
Year
2003
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Fine Print: Educational Use

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