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The Brain and Nervous System
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The Brain and Nervous System

Collector: Mollie M.
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Check out this 9-part unit on the human brain, focusing on neurons, the synaptic gap, the effect of hormones, and the importance of nutrients. You'll find seven lessons, a pre-assessment, and a post-assessment .

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Concepts

human body systems, neurons, the brain, nutritional needs, synapse, the central nervous system

Resource Details

Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
2 more...
Resource Type
Units

Common Core

RST.6-8.1 RST.6-8.2

Collection Items

    Pre-Assessment: The Brain

    Pre-Assessment: The Brain

    Lesson Plan
    What Is a Neuron?

    What Is a Neuron?

    Lesson Plan
    Neural Network Signals

    Neural Network Signals

    Lesson Plan
    Neurotransmitters Contain Chemicals

    Neurotransmitters Contain Chemicals

    Lesson Plan
    Crossing the Synaptic Gap

    Crossing the Synaptic Gap

    Lesson Plan
    Hormones and Stress

    Hormones and Stress

    Lesson Plan
    Drugs, Risks and the Nervous System

    Drugs, Risks and the Nervous System

    Lesson Plan
    Food for the Brain

    Food for the Brain

    Lesson Plan
    Post-Assessment: Brain Chemistry

    Post-Assessment: Brain Chemistry

    Lesson Plan
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