Lesson Human Body

Elementary or Middle School Unit Study

Adventures of the Human Body - Upper Level

Complete Book of the Human Body

A fact-packed, beautifully illustrated, all-round introduction to the human body and how it works. Full of extraordinary photographs, detailed diagrams and stunning scans, X-rays and microscope images of the human body. Engaging, friendly text and clear, simple explanations. Experiments and activities show you how to take your own pulse, test your reaction time and fool your brain with optical illusions. Amazing facts and world records, including the world’s tallest man, the oldest person ever and the longest fingernails on record. What is an Usborne Internet-linked book? It is a book that contains descriptions of websites that take you further into the subject in a fun and informative way. You can find links to all the sites listed in this book on the Usborne Quicklinks website at www.usborne-quicklinks.com. Will the websites go out of date? Websites do change from time to time, so the sites will be regularly reviewed by Usborne researchers, and the links will be updated.

Genes and DNA

This fascinating introduction explores every aspect of a vital subject. It takes you deep inside a cell to see where genes are found and goes behind the headlines to explain cloning, gene therapy, the human genome, DNA testing, GM foods, genetic engineering and much more. Stunning 3D artwork shows exactly how gene science works and clear, friendly text and simple, step-by-step diagrams provide concise, enlightening information, supplemented by recommended websites.

• Week 1: Building blocks of You
• Week 2: Skeletal System & Joints
• Week 3: Muscular System
• Week 4: Circulatory System
• Week 5: Digestive System
• Week 6: Respiratory System
• Week 7: Nervous System
• Week 8: What are Genes?
• Week 9: Genetics
• Week 10: Health & Medicine

• Science/biology
• Health & fitness
• Nutrition
• Following directioins
• Sequencing
• Process of discovery
• Self-expression & intrapersonal skills