Bones

Joints	Bones	Muscles

 

Students observe the movements of the body while jumping rope. They work in groups to determine the number of bones in their own bodies. By studying the skeleton photos and diagrams, students find over 200 bones. They assemble a paper articulated skeleton. Finally they compare the bones of a human to those of a rodent.

There are about 206 bones in the human skeleton. A skeleton is a system of bones. Bones have several functions: support, protection, and locomotion. The skeletons of humans and other mammals have many similarities. Bones have different shapes depending on where they are and what their purpose is. The number of kinds of bones in an organism are inherited characteristics. Observe and describe the movement of the body while jumping rope. Compare one's own body to skeleton photos and diagrams. Organize and communicate findings.

 

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