Why is blood donation so important, anyway? Science and health classes across multiple grades benefit from an in-depth look into the need for and process of blood donation. With an emphasis on presenting the topic in a non-threatening...

Although there are vocabulary terms in this PowerPoint that use British spelling, the presentation is attractive and educational. The content flows from the general composition of blood, into the different types of blood cells and their...

In this human blood: microviewer worksheet, students answer questions about blood, red blood cells, white blood cells, phagocytosis, blood type B, fibrin, sickle cells, and infected blood. Students also draw quick sketches of a human...

For this health worksheet, students look up the terms found in the word search based upon the subject of blood and lymphatic system.

Middle schoolers explain the various activities that are constantly going on in a blood cell by role playing a blood cell, antibody, pathogen, and platelets.

Students record their blood types on a class graph and calculate the potential number of blood donors for each group.

Use this site to find out why your body needs blood with this quick fact sheet. You can also try an experiment with your pulse.

An exploration of the different types of transfusions with a brief look at synthetic blood.

Tells the story of a kid diagnosed with anemia. Be sure to read the whole story and click on the "more articles" tab to get more information.

This brief article explains what to do when you get a cut or scratch and how it heals. Includes information on what to do if a cut will not stop bleeding.