Easy Prep Human Body Experiments for the Classroom

Discovering the wonders of the human body are experiments students always enjoy.  These are all easy prep with supplies you probably already have.

1.  Exercise and Heart Rate.  No supplies needed for this one and the students will be engaged.  Learn more.

2.  Make a Heart Model.  This uses easy supplies that most likely are already in the classroom.  Check out the directions from Team Cartwright

3.  Make a model of the lung.  This one takes a little cutting but is super easy.  Some show using two balloons for both lungs.  This one is easier because you just use one balloon.  Science Buddies always does a nice job and provides great explanations for easier lesson planning.

4.  Balancing Fun!  This is a classic to add to a muscular unit.  It will get the kids excited to learn more.  Can you make a human table?  Head over to Steve Spangler Science to learn how.  

5.  Explore vision and how we perceive motion.  This is so simple but it will create an engaging discussion.  Head over to the blog Carrots Are Orange to learn how.

6.  How do our ears hear?  You will need to get a Slinky but the prep is super easy.  Students will make space laser sounds to lead into a discussion about how our eardrums work.  Learn how with a free download and worksheets.

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