California Career and Technical Education Standards

• ANR.C.C6.2 Know the anatomy and major functions of vertebrate systems, including digestive,...

California Academic Content Standards (Reinforced)

• ELA.9-10.R.CAGT.2.5 Extend ideas presented in primary or secondary sources through original analysis...3
• ELA.9-10.W.OF.1.1 Establish a controlling impression or coherent thesis that conveys a clear and d...33
• S.9-12.LS.9.a Students know how the complementary activity of major body systems provides cell...1

• Do I make your heart beat fast? - Hooks / Set

  In this activity, students will match the average heart rate with its correct species. Cut the words in the attached document and give each student an index card with their specific word. Then have students try to find their match by roaming around the room. Once they think that they have the correct answers, they will verify the answers with you and then write them on the board for all of the students to see. You can offer prizes or points for students who finish first.

  • Do I make your heart beat fast? [ Download ] This is the explanation for the "Hook" activity.
• Introduction to the Heart and Circulatory System - Lecture

  This is a copy of the Power Point that I show that introduces students to the parts of the heart and their functions. This lesson will also include the flow of blood through the heart.

  • Introduction to the Heart and Circulatory System [ Download ] This is the power point that I use to discuss the basic functions of the heart and circulatory system. I would have already discussed blood and blood vessels with them.
  • Student Heart Diagram [ Download ] This is the copy that I give to my students. It is a diagram of the heart, but the students will need to fill in the missing information.
• Heart Story - Demo / Modeling

  I have the students make a small booklet, comic strip or song/poem that explains the parts of the heart and how each part functions. This allows them an opportunity to be creative while still incorporating all of the components of the circulatory system.