| 6th grade Science students are investigating the structure and function of the major organs of various human body systems by checking out the Human Body Study Jams from Scholastic. Study Jams are slideshows and animations that provide a short overview of various topics in science and math. There are six human body Study Jams; skeletal system, |
Code Fred is a free online game developed by the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. The game helps players learn about the human body's responses to trauma. The object of the game is to help "Fred" escape from the woods while he is chased by a wolf. To keep Fred running players have to pump blood, increase the flow of oxygen, and send adrenaline through Fred's body. If a player doesn't respond to the needs of Fred's body fast enough, he will get caught by the wolf that is chasing him.
We also explored the digestive system by arranging the organs and simulating digestion with Gizmos™. These online tools helped students gain a better understanding of the human body's needs and functions. Students were motivated to learn using these fun, interactive tools.