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Tissues, Organs and Systems
Young scientists are introduced to the connections among cells, tissues, organs, and systems in a life science reading comprehension worksheet that asks them to respond to a series of questions based on the passage.
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The Magic School Bus Works Out
Students learn along with Ms. Frizzle's class. In this Magic School Bus lesson plan, students make a personal heart profile of an important member of their own hardworking team.
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Acids and Bases
In this acids and bases worksheet, students complete 32 fill in the blank and short answer questions on acidity or alkalinity. They color molecular diagram according to the key.
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Human Organ Systems
In this human organ systems worksheet, students write the organ system that is described in the first 5 sentences. Students match the body parts to the organ system and write them in the chart.
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Respiration and Gas Exchange
In this body systems worksheet, students complete a word equation for respiration. Students draw and label the human respiratory system. Students draw a diagram of the movement of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the air sacs.
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The Skeletal System
Students research the skeletal system. In this anatomy lesson, students measure their bodies to find the approximate length of their bones. They draw and cut out each of the bones and then attach them using brads or glue.
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The Discovery of OXygen
Students conduct experiments to identify the different properties of oxygen. In this chemistry lesson plan, students examine its importance to life on Earth. They explore the historic dispute about oxygen's discovery.
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Outdoor Survival
Which of the following can you survive without for the longest time: water, food, or a positive mental attitude? The answer may surprise you. Guide learners of all ages through games, activities, and discussions about surviving in the...
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Blood Vessels
A series of diagrams and photographs is a vivid tool for delivering a lesson about blood vessels. Each slide has notes for the lecturer to use to explain each slide. Your young biologists will increase their understanding of the...
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Pump It Up!
Students design a pumping device that will effectively pump fluid through a model "cardiovascular system." They explore the effects of too much and too little pressure on a circulatory system.
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Heart Facts
In this heart facts activity, 4th graders fill in the missing words to complete 9 sentences about the anatomy and functions of the human heart. This activity could be used in many ways; as a web quest, anatomy book word hunt, or with a...
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Body and Blood
Young scholars explore the cardiovascular system. Through the use of video, students observe the heart pumping an oxygen-enriched blood supply through arteries to the muscles in use during exercise. They participate in activities to...
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Body Chemistry: Using the Periodic Table
In this periodic table learning exercise, students use the data chart and the periodic table to solve questions about body chemistry.
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"Cells" Reading Comprehension-- Informational Passages
In this reading for information worksheet, students read a detailed one page text about cells of the human body. Students answer 5 comprehension and 5 vocabulary questions.
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How Cells Harvest Energy
Survey the metabolism process from respiration through the production of the ATP molecule with this seven page AP biology learning exercise. Pupils write short answers on the lines provided and label a diagram of the cellular respiration...
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The Mammalian Heart
For this mammalian heart worksheet, learners fill in the blank with information about the circulatory system and the process of cardian catheterization.
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The Respiratory and Urinary System
In this body systems worksheet, students read information about the processes involved in the respiratory and urinary systems. Students then answer 1 short answer and 2 multiple choice questions.
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Organs and What They Do - Lecture
Students read information about the internal organs and body systems. In this organs and systems lesson, students read descriptions of the heart, lungs, stomach, small and large intestine, and liver and gall bladder. Students study...
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Respiration, Circulation, and Excretion
In this body systems worksheet, students read information about the respiratory, circulatory, and urinary system and then complete 5 short answer questions.
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Skeletal and Muscular Systems Crossword Puzzle
In this crossword puzzle worksheet, students answer 17 clues about vocabulary related to the human skeletal and muscular systems.
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Egging It
Sixth graders discover scientific processes by conducting an experiment in class. In this osmosis lesson plan, 6th graders utilize eggs, cooking ingredients, string and plastic cups to create an experiment in which they watch the...
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The Cardiovascular System
In this health worksheet, students find the terms related to the cardiovascular system and the answers are found at the bottom of the page.
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The Science of the Heart and Circulation
Students mode the transport of blood through the circulatory system with a water relay. In this circulation lesson, students measure amounts of water and transfer them from one container to another. They use this activity to model the...
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Anatomy
Third graders explore the basic structures and functions of the human body and how they relate to personal health.