Students examine the primary controllable and uncontrollable factors that put one at greater risk for developing heart disease. Through discussion, research, physical tests, and questionnaires they determine whether or not they are at...

Students explore several examples of cardiovascular diseases. In this anatomy lesson, students explain why physical fitness is very important. They count their pulse rate and record them on a data table.

Is there medicine found in the organisms that live deep below the surface of the ocean? The fifth lesson in a six-part series has learners team up to research bacteria and the relationship it has with nearly every living thing on Earth....

Use the pump from a spray bottle to drive a model of the heart in action! In addition to modeling the function of the heart and blood vessels, aspiring anatomists also simulate arterial blockage. They compare the effects of increased...

Can a sponge cure cancer? Life science pupils visit the drugstore under the sea in the fifth lesson plan of six. Working groups research the topic then get hands-on experience by testing the inhibiting effects of several plant...

Students demonstrate their perception of what it means to have a healthy heart. They comprehend what each individual needs to do in order to ensure health and how to prevent heart disease.

Students study heart disease and how to prevent it.  In this investigative instructional activity students list heart disease and stroke risk factors. 

Young scholars complete lab activities to illustrate the complications of diabetes. In this diabetes lesson, students work on labs that illustrate sugar in the blood and normal and atherosclerotic vessels. They demonstrate how diabetes...

Young scholars understand the importance of maintaining a healthy weight and good health.  In this health instructional activity students read text then create their own pamphlet on the cardiovascular system, weight gain, treatments...

Students explore the different blood types, and are introduced to new knowledge through a crime scene simulated activity. They explore the genetics of blood types, and are introduced to immunology/diseases.

Young scholars examine active chemicals that are in marine invertebrates and how they act to fight diseases.  In this marine lesson students identify three pharmacologically-active chemicals, describe their disease fighting action...

Students explore the cardiovascular system. In this human body lesson, students observe blood flow and study cardiovascular diseases and how they affect the human body system.

Middle schoolers name the main parts of the heart and what events occur there. They write a reaction that contains complete sentences, and uses proper spelling and grammar, after viewing a video. Students define the following terms:...

Students explore the ways they can incorporate fruits and vegetables into their diets.  In this health lesson students and parents list health benefits of more fruits and vegetables in their diets and complete a handout.

Students examine how the heart functions and the concept of how electrical currents can affect muscle contractions.  In this cardiovascular lesson students identify P, QRS and T complexes.

Students simulate breathing for a smoker and someone with a chronic lung disease. In this health science lesson, students examine the short and long term effects of smoking. They write a persuasive argument against it.

Students study diabetes including the warning signs and preventive measures.  In this insulin lesson students complete several activities that examine the different types of diabetes. 

Ninth graders design a device to treat aneurism. In this biology lesson, 9th graders create a polymer in the lab and explain its uses. They identify the different diseases affecting the circulatory system.

Students examine the fat content in their diet and how advertising affects their eating habits.  In this nutrition and advertising lesson plan, students analyze pizza and how to make it healthier.  Students recognize the...

How do you read a nutritional label? Help high schoolers practice reading nutritional labels on foods so they can calculate the calories in different types of foods. They will also examine the effects of fat on the body and the link to...

Learners discuss nutrition and how to make better choices with food. In this algebra and nutrition lesson, students discuss the way the body process food and the importance of nutrition for our cells. They discuss calories, fats and...

Students explore the concept of beneficial microorganisms. In this microorganisms lesson, students observe different bacteria found in organisms  Students discuss and describe three ways that microorganisms benefit humans. 

Students examine different mixtures and how they can be separated.  For this electric sieve lesson students complete an activity that allows them to separate mixtures.

Students explore screening processes for biological activity.  In this deep sea lesson students complete a lab activity.