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Unit 7: Human Body Systems
Grade Level:
7
Subject:
Life Science
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Essential Questions:
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Understandings:
1. “Humans are unique and distinct from animals, in that they are made in the likeness and image of God.” * (Gen. 1:26-28, Gen. 1:18-20)
2. “Since the glory and power of God are revealed in and through our study of science, spiritual growth in human lives can occur through our study of science, and beholding the glory of God in it.” * (II Cor. 3:18)
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Skill Goals:
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1. Describe how tissues, organs, and organ systems are related.
2. List the 12 organ systems.
3. Identify how organ systems work together to maintain homeostasis.
4. Identify 20 bones of the skeletal system.
5. Describe four functions of bone.
6. Describe three joints.
7. List three injuries and two diseases that affect bones and joints.
8. List three types of muscle tissue.
9. Describe how skeletal muscles move bones.
10. List 10 major muscle groups.
11. Describe two muscular system injuries.
12. List four functions of skin.
13. Describe the layers of skin.
14. Describe two kinds of damage that can affect skin.
15. List four main parts of the cardiovascular system and describe their function.
16. Describe two types of circulation of blood in the body.
17. List four cardiovascular problems.
18 Identify the four components of blood.
19. Describe the parts of the respiratory system and their functions.
20. Demonstrate, with a model, and explain how breathing happens.
21. Identify two respiratory disorders.
22. Compare mechanical digestion with chemical digestion.
23. Describe the parts and functions of the digestive system.
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