BONES BONES BONES Click next to begin… Michelle Benjamin

I have a BONE to pick with you… In this lesson, you will learn about the skeletal system. You will learn about the different bones that make up your body, and be able to identify those bones. You will use this presentation and the internet to learn more about the skeleton. Are you ready?? Click yes to continue. To hear this and every other slide, click on the speaker.

Let’s Go! Great! You’re Ready! Read through each slide and follow the directions very carefully. Once you’ve finished each slide, click the button to continue. Let’s Go!

Every single person has a skeleton made up of many bones Every single person has a skeleton made up of many bones. These bones give your body structure, let you move in many ways, protect your internal organs, and more! It's time to look at your most important bones. Click on the video for an introduction.

These are the largest and most important bones. The adult human body has 206 of them total! Fill in the names of the bones on page 2 of your Skeletal System Packet.

Cranium and Mandible Check out the video to learn more!! The skull can be divided into two main parts: the cranium and the mandible. The cranium is the largest part of the skull enclosing the brain, eyes, ears and nose. The mandible is the lower jaw, also known as the jaw bone. Check out the video to learn more!!

Ribs, Sternum, Clavicle, & Scapula Your Clavicle and Scapula help form your shoulders and let your arms move. The ribcage and sternum are located in the center of your body in the chest area. These help to protect the vital organs that are located behind them.

Need a Break? Relax. Breathe. If you would like, listen to the short audio clips below. If not, click next to continue.

Pelvis The Pelvis is super important, as it allows you to be able to dance! It connects your spine and your upper body to your lower body. Check out the video above!

Humerus, Radius & Ulna Femur, Patella, Tibia, & Fibula ARM Your arms are made up of the Humerus, Radius and Ulna. Your legs are made up of the Femur, Patella, Tibia and Fibula. Think of all the things that you are able to do because of your arms and legs. On page 3 in your packet, list 2 activities that you enjoy doing using your arms, and 2 that you enjoy doing using your legs. LEG

Hand: Carpals, Metacarpals & Phalanges Foot: Tarsals, Metatarsals & Phalanges

Why are your bones so important? On page 3 in your workbook, brainstorm reasons why you think you bones are so important. Come up with at least 3 reasons why we have bones.

Support Protection Movement Calcium Blood Cell Production We have bones for… Support Protection Movement Calcium Blood Cell Production

Our bones provide support and structure for our bodies Our bones provide support and structure for our bodies. Without bones we would be a shapeless blob of skin and tissue. Bones protect our vital organs such as our brain, heart and lungs. Without having bones, our organs are exposed to the many dangers of life. Without bones, we wouldn’t be able to move. Muscles are attached to bones by bands of tissue called tendons. Bones are necessary because the muscles need something to attach to in order to contract and cause motion. As you’re following along, fill in the blanks on page 4 and 5 in your packet.

Bones also are important as a center for the production of blood cells Bones also are important as a center for the production of blood cells. The inside of bones is filled with a jelly-like material called bone marrow, which is where red blood cells (needed to transport oxygen throughout the body) are made. It is also where white blood cells (needed for the immune system), fat cells and fibroblasts (needed to make connective tissue) are made.

Bones also are responsible for the regulation of calcium levels Bones also are responsible for the regulation of calcium levels. Calcium levels in the blood have to be kept in a narrow range to make sure that nerves and muscles are able to work properly. Much of the body's calcium is stored in the bones.

Take Care of Your Bones Your bones help you out every day so make sure you take care of them. Here are some tips: Protect those skull bones (and your brain inside!) by wearing a helmet for bike riding and other sports. When you use a skateboard, in-line skates, or a scooter, be sure to add wrist supports and elbow and knee pads. Your bones in these places will thank you if you have a fall! If you play sports like football, soccer, lacrosse, or ice hockey, always wear all the right equipment. And never play on a trampoline. Many kids end up with broken bones from jumping on them. Broken bones can eventually heal, but it takes a long time and isn't much fun while you wait.

Strengthen your skeleton by drinking milk and eating other dairy products. They all contain calcium, which helps bones harden and become strong. Be active! Another way to strengthen your bones is through exercise like running, jumping, dancing, and playing sports. Take these steps to be good to your bones, and they will treat you right!

Almost done… On page 6 in your packet, read through the passage and fill in the blanks with the most appropriate word from the word box. If you have extra time, while you are waiting for others to finish, check out this short video on the skeletal system. Click Here to Watch. Also, you may enjoy this interactive activity. Click Here to Explore. Click NEXT to continue.

Assessment Click Here to take a short quiz on what you have learned today.

Make no bones about it, you all did great!! Congratulations!! Well Done!! You have completed your journey of the skeletal system. When you have fully completed your packet, please place it in the basket up front and do some personal reading at your desk. Don’t forget to put your NAME on it! Make no bones about it, you all did great!!

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