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Exploring God’s World with Sixth Grade Science
By Deana Pittman

Introduction to the Kingdoms

Lesson 7

Anatomy is the study of the structure of something, so human anatomy is the study of the structure (i.e., parts) of the human body. In this course, we will study the structure of certain systems (the nervous system, the immune system, and the lymphatic system). We will also learn about staying healthy and how certain diseases affect our bodies.

The World Book eBook My Body is a great introduction to the human body. I am sure as sixth graders, you all know the major body parts, but this book has some very interesting facts in it as well as descriptions of certain organs, and great information in general!

Visit this page to login to World Book Online. Once you’re logged in, click on the eBook Library icon, then use the search function in the upper-right hand corner of the eBook Library to search for the book My Body.

 

After reading the book, see if you know the answers to these questions:

• About how many bones does the adult human skeleton have?
• What parts of the body allow you to bend, move, and stretch your body?
• Name three organs in the body.
• What are your five senses?
• What are two things that can affect your health?

 

Body Structure

Our bodies are made up of the head, trunk (which includes the spinal column, ribs, and internal organs) and the limbs (arms and legs). Our bodies were created to be upright, walking on two legs, as opposed to walking on four legs like other animals. We were created to breathe air using our lungs, as opposed to breathing underwater through gills like a fish. We were created to reproduce as pairs, a man and a woman, as opposed to spreading seeds or just dropping off buds to make an offspring

 

Internal Structure

On the inside of our bodies, we have organs, which are parts in our bodies that have specific functions. These organs are grouped together as organ systems for specific purposes. Take a look at our systems and their responsibilities. (Please note that some texts/experts may have a little different organization than another.)

• Skeletal System: The skeletal system is made up of your bones. Its job is to hold your body upright, protect your internal organs, and work with the muscular system to move your body. Become familiar with the bones of the body, then try to assemble and label a skeleton here: http://www.abcya.com/skeletal_system.htm

 

• Muscular System: The muscular system is made up of voluntary muscles (the ones you move when you want to, like your legs, arms, head) and involuntary muscles (the ones that move because that is the way God designed them and we don’t have to think about it; our heart muscle beats, and our lungs breathe without our thinking about it). The job of the muscular system is to move your body and its internal parts. Check out more about the muscular system here: https://www.purposegames.com/game/2f94bd2050.

 

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