Here's a lesson that's not for the faint of heart! The seventh activity in a larger series introduces learners to the circulatory system with a study of the heart anatomy. Using a pig heart, individuals identify the different components of the muscle and their functions.

Concepts

the circulatory system, the heart, arteries, veins

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Use different color pins to mark parts of the heart and create a color-coded key
• If hearts are not available, use an online video demonstration as an alternative

Classroom Considerations

• Order pig hearts at least two weeks in advance, from one of the suggested suppliers, to ensure availability 

Pros

• Includes links to several resources to provide important background knowledge
• Begins with general terms and then develops the correct scientific terminology

Cons

• None