Lesson Plan

Nervous System

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Get to know the body's central nervous system through an engaging game of nervous system telephone. But this isn't your average game of telephone. Here, pupils must find a way to communicate a message to the brain without speaking. Additionally, boost scholars' learning experience with a web quest to learn more about the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.  

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Copy and laminate activity pieces for continued use 
  • Play the suggested video as a brain break and encourage pupils to sing along
Classroom Considerations
  • To complete the web quest, scholars need access to a computer or mobile learning device
  • The SMART board file is not included, but the lesson can be modified to implement the remaining activities 
  • This lesson is one of five human body lessons
Pros
  • Many lesson modifications are listed to support instruction
  • The lesson plan is detailed
Cons
  • Two of the six links no longer work
Common Core