The Amazing Human Body

The Amazing Human Body

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to describe the major organs and systems of the human body.

Introduce the learning objective of the lesson and explain to the students what they will be able to do by the end of the lesson.

What do you already know about the human body?

Introduction

The human body is an amazing machine that is made up of many different parts. It is one of the most complex organisms on earth.

Introduce the topic of the lesson and explain why it is important to learn about the human body.

Skeletal System

The skeletal system is made up of bones, cartilage, and ligaments. It provides support, protection, and movement for the body.

Explain the functions of the skeletal system and show pictures of the different bones in the body.

Muscular System

The muscular system is made up of muscles and tendons. It allows the body to move and helps to maintain posture.

Explain the functions of the muscular system and show pictures of the different muscles in the body.

Nervous System

The nervous system is made up of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. It controls and coordinates all the functions of the body.

Explain the functions of the nervous system and show pictures of the different parts of the brain.

Circulatory System

The circulatory system is made up of the heart, blood vessels, and blood. It transports oxygen and nutrients to the cells of the body.

Explain the functions of the circulatory system and show pictures of the heart and blood vessels.

Respiratory System

The respiratory system is made up of the lungs, trachea, and bronchial tubes. It allows us to breathe in oxygen and breathe out carbon dioxide.

Explain the functions of the respiratory system and show pictures of the lungs and trachea.

Digestive System

The digestive system is made up of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and intestines. It breaks down food into nutrients that can be absorbed by the body.

Explain the functions of the digestive system and show pictures of the different organs involved in the process.

Conclusion

The human body is an amazing and complex machine. It is important to take care of it so that it can function at its best.

Sum up the main points of the lesson and encourage the students to take care of their bodies.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.