University of Washington
Neuroscience for Kids Other Translations
Translations of Neuroscience for Kids, an excellent site on the brain and brain science by neuroscientists at the University of Washington. Includes Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Portuguese, Italian, Slovene, and Korean. Translations...
Treehut
Suzy's World: Touch
At this site find out how you can feel hot and cold and try this experiment using your sensory nerves.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biology for Kids: Nervous System in the Human Body
Kids learn about the science of the Nervous System in the human body. Brain, spinal cord, and nerves communicate.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Central and Peripheral Nervous System
Describes the organization and function of the nervous system.
Science4Fun
Science4 Fun: Nervous System
Provides a discussion of the two parts of the nervous system: peripheral nervous system, and central nervous system. Also illustrates how signals travel through nerves.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Spinal Cord
Wikipedia offers a basic overview of the spinal cord lists the five segments of the vertebrate, discusses the anatomy of the spinal cord, talks about the functions and importance of the spinal cord, and briefly mentions some diseases...
Curated OER
Spinal Cord Neuron Relationships
Class notes on The Nervous System - Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves.
Curated OER
Structures of the Spinal Cord
Class notes on The Nervous System - Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves.
Curated OER
Origin of the Spinal Nerves
Class notes on The Nervous System - Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves.
Curated OER
Nerve Roots
Read the anatomical components of the spinal cord and their function in the nervous system. Includes labeled diagram. Outstanding information and a helpful aid for understanding.