Adults' bodies are made of 206 bones, whereas babies have about 300 different bones or areas of cartilage. Pupils explore the difference between exo- and endo- skeletons in a video about the skeletal system. They then see how bones are living material and provide support, movement, storage, blood production, and homeostasis for humans. 

Concepts

the skeletal system, bones, homeostasis, blood, movement

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• At the end of the video, ask learners to discuss the five main functions of our skeletal system with their partners and to give examples
• Pause video to allow scholars to feel the movements of the discussed joints

Classroom Considerations

• The 11th video in a series of 21
• Class members must have access to the Internet if assigning in a flipped classroom

Pros

• Video displays high-quality diagrams and images
• Includes closed captioning for those who have hearing issues or are learning the English language

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.11-12.2