Inner Strength
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In this activity about endoskeletons (page 8 of PDF), learners observe, compare and contrast different kinds of chicken bones, and relate their chicken bone observations to human bones. The bones must be prepared a day ahead of time. Learners also use a poem to identify the major bones of the human body and discuss the importance of bilateral symmetry. This guide includes background information, extensions, and data sheets.
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 6 - 11
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- at least one chicken bone that has been cooked and cleaned
- magnifiers
- blank paper or science journals to make drawings and record observations
- copies of "Chicken Bones" and "Head-To-Toes" student sheets
Subjects
- Life Sciences
- Diversity of Life
- Animals
- Human Body
- Skeleton
- Diversity of Life
- Mathematics
- Geometry
- Physical Sciences
- Motion and Forces
- Gravity
- Motion and Forces
Informal Categories
- Animals
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Chang, Kimberly; Moreno, Nancy P.; Tharp, Barbara Z.; National Space Biomedical Research Institute
Rights:
- All Rights Reserved, Baylor College of Medicine, ©2000
Funding Source:
- NASA, NCC9-58
