Lesson Overview

In this video-guided lesson, your students learn the foundational understanding of the brain. Students investigate the different parts of the brain, their role, and what the brain needs to function properly. They practice box breathing and describe with a partner how breathing exercises benefits the brain.

Teacher Lesson Plan

Student Quiz

Student Worksheet

Worksheet Answers

 

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the parts of the brain and their functions.
  • Practice Box Breathing.
  • Describe how box breathing helps your brain cope with powerful emotions.

 

Standards 

Next Generation Science Standards:
DCI: In multicellular organisms, the body is a system of multiple interacting subsystems. These subsystems are groups of cells that work together to form tissues and organs that are specialized for particular body functions (MS-LS1-3).
SEP: Developing and Using Models
CCC: Structure and Function

Exercise Files
Teacher Lesson Plan (pdf)
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Student Quiz (pdf)
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Student Worksheet (pdf)
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Worksheet Answers (pdf)
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