English National Curriculum Science
Mission Objectives
Describe the structure and function of the skeleton
Create a model skeleton
Identify the function of the skeleton
Words and meanings to learn
femur
the upper leg bone; this is the longest bone in the body
pelvis
the hip bones; this connects the top and bottom half of the body and features two large ball-and-socket joints
clavicle
the collar bone; a long bone between the shoulder and the sternum
cranium
the skull
spine
a long series of bones (vertebrae) connected as a flexible column; animals with a spine are known as vertebrates
Rebecca studied Psychology at the University of York before working in a variety of roles - in both the UK and internationally - where she assisted individuals with neurodegenerative and developmental conditions. She then completed her science teacher training with the National STEM centre, Royal Society of Chemistry and the Association for Science Education. Rebecca teaches biology and chemistry at Key Stage 4 and general science at Key Stage 3, and has also ran neuroscience and eco clubs at her school.
Resources: Paper, split pins, scissors, hole punch and the handout.
Core Handout: A skeleton to cut out and put together, as well as a series of follow-up activities.
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