Lesson Planning

Teaching


Activities

  1. Identify the key processes involved in the human circulatory system (Yr5&6).
  2. Describe the human circulatory system in the form of a podcast (Yr5&6).
  3. Suggest ways to maintain a healthy circulatory system (Yr5&6).

Investigation
The Well-oiled Human Machine. Have a go at creating a podcast for patients of GP surgeries, explaining how the circulatory system works and how to ensure it stays healthy and works like a well-oiled machine. (Analysing secondary sources)
Years 5&6 - Describe the human circulatory system in the form of a podcast
Years 5&6 - Suggest ways to maintain a healthy circulatory system


Vocabulary
Blood, blood vessels, arteries, veins, capillaries, heart, pump, oxygen, carbon dioxide, circulation, circulatory system, nutrients, water, pump, drugs, diet, lifestyle, exercise