Science Time - Middle School Life Science Pt. 8: Anatomy of the Human Body

Students will understand the anatomy and physiology of each system of the human body. 
Standards: 
MS-LS1-8. Gather and synthesize information that sensory receptors respond to stimuli by sending messages to the brain for immediate behavior or storage as memories.
MS-LS1-3. Use argument supported by evidence for how the body is a system of interacting subsystems composed of groups of cells.

Hi learners and parents! 
I currently am a credentialed teacher in Washington State and hold my endorsements in biology (5-12), health (K-12) and fitness (K-12). 
I currently teach AP Biology, honors biology, anatomy and physiology and health science. 
Last year, I taught biology, environmental science, health, physics and P.E. to middle and high school students. 
I hold my Masters Degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in life sciences and health.
I received my Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training from Whitworth University. I completed 1,250 clinical hours working with medical doctors, physicians assistants and physical therapists in physical therapy clinics, collegiate, semi-professional and high school athletic training rooms, emergency rooms and urgent cares.

Students will be given optional lab activities to apply each system of the body. These labs will use common household items. 
Students will select an organ system of their choosing and create a fun and creative presentation for their classmates. It can be a poster, powerpoint, movie, etc.

Students will be assessed informally through question and answer periods, note sheets and projects. 

1 hour per week in class, and an estimated 1 - 2 hours per week outside of class.

None.