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Handout
Other

The Internet Dermatology Society: Anatomy of the Skin

For Students 9th - 10th
Despite the title of the page, this site explores the entire integumentary system, including skin, hair and nails. Content also includes the cutaneous sensory and cutaneous vascular systems, pigmentary system, sweat glands, sebaceous...
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Handout
Other

Nail Doctor: Fingernail Anatomy

For Students 9th - 10th
A concise article explaining the different parts of the human fingernail.
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Article
Washington State University

Washington State University: Ask Dr. Universe: What Are Fingernails Made Of?

For Students 2nd - 8th
Find out what fingernails are made of when Dr. Universe talks with her friend Professor Lisa Carloye from the biology department at WSU.
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PPT
WebMD

Web Md: Slideshow: What Your Nails Say About Your Health

For Students 9th - 10th
Like reading the tea leaves, you can look at your fingernails to determine some common, or even serious health problems.
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Activity
Treehut

Suzy's World: Hair

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find out which grows faster--your hair or your nails.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Nail Doctor: Fingernail Anatomy

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Diagram showing the different parts of the fingernail.