Guide 2 Movement
Resources
Additional activities, a behind-the-scenes gallery, recommended books, and more.
About this Guide
Keep Moving!
I’m realizing that months of computer work could be wrecking havoc on my health and I have a feeling I’m not alone. We know that stress on the skeleton through weigh-bearing or resistance exercises can maintain bone and potentially build muscle, both skeletal and cardiac. No matter how confined we are, movement is still essential to maintain the organ systems we are covering in this guide. Health is always the priority and we need to make sure it stays front and center as we learn together.
Lesley
Additional videos on the Skeletal System
We’ve been asked how to inexpensively acquire materials for homeschooling for a personal collection. One of the best ways to collect models about the human body is to locate “pharmaceutical” models from eBay or thrift stores. This video has an example.
Heart Circulation Model Ideas
We’ve been trying to find different ways to model blood circulation. Since effective learning is engaging (educational and entertaining), why not a game?
Another option is to use a puzzle to teach about blood circulation. Fun and challenging!
Mark is our model-builder and here he (attempts) to construct and demonstrate a “working” model of blood circulation through the heart.
Behind-the-Scenes
We prefer shooting videos & photos in natural light if possible, but the weather does not always cooperate.
Bring on the models!
Picnic Bench
We typically break multiple bones during our lifetime. This video describes how to keep a “fracture journal” so you do not need to re-learn the healing process repeatedly.
Sometimes this material feels very personal: here is an example of a hand joint with rheumatoid arthritis.
Mark demonstrates exercises that target specific muscles or muscle groups. These include the “muscles-to-know” for this course.
Unfortunately one of the ways we injure muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments is through our athletic activities. Mark takes us on a tour through what can go wrong.
Recommended Books
Amazing photos showing similarities in vertebrate skeletons.
This book is pure gold: exploring the significance of muscle in species survival over time.
A fascinating look at blood throughout human history.
Build a Library
Whether its digital or print, collect resources that assist in exploring, describing, and explaining the natural world.
Movement Product Page
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2: Movement