Unit 4

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Human Body Systems

Health Habits

Health Disorders

  Identify the 12 main body systems. Be able to briefly describe the function of each.

Ex: Respiratory System

      Circulatory System

  Mr. Weber will introduce and discuss healthy habits in PE/Health class. Discuss how habits do or don’t change as people get older. What is the business world’s idea and plans for employee health awareness?

  List common disorders and how they relate to you as a Middle School student. In group projects share at least three disorders and how to deal with each. Be able to identify symptoms and treatments.

  In groups students will each pick a body system that they will present to the class as an oral presentation.

  Group Expectations:

1.)            Identify and label main parts.

2.)            Create a graphic organizer for students to take notes.

3.)            Make a model of this system out of household materials.

4.)            Create a visual aid or power point presentation.

5.)            Make a quiz (10 questions) over your system.

Activities

  Keep a weekly log of all your physical activities for one week. Plan a schedule for one week of regular activities. Differentiate between anaerobic and aerobic exercise.

   Identify the most common health disorders for kids in their early teens. Describe how healthy life style habits can play a big role in reducing or preventing these from happening.