Homework - Week 3 - The Heart

Great work Smita and Alyiah. Your work is truly amazing!! You both answered the questions correctly and fully. Love the great ways you presented your learning. Also a big well done to Hine. Your project was fantastic.

Smita

Alyiah

Hine

This week is your second mini project is on the heart. Remember to have fun with your 

presentation but you must convince me that you have investigated the topic fully. You will be mark 

on your presentation and originality of your written work. If you quote a book you must write down

the name of the book and its author.

The Heart

Mr Dufty's Rules for Research.

• Don't use Google!! Use the links provided or find a book about the brain - use your brain!
• Make your presentation fun BUT full of information!
• Don't copy what you find - write in your own words! This is stealing!!
• One page only - so PLAN before you put it in your book!!!!
• Get Mum or Dad to check that you have answered all the questions. Ask them for some help as they will know lots of stuff!

1. What does the heart do and how does it work?
2. Is the heart a muscle and if so what type of muscle?
3. What are the different parts of the heart?
4. Find five things that could cause heart disease?
5. Smoking is a major factor in heart disease, why is this?
6. What is a heart attack?
7. Why is the heart inside the rib cage?
8. What is CPR? Explain the steps.
9. How can you make sure you maintain a healthy heart?

http://kidshealth.org/kid/htbw/heart.html

Homework - Week 2 Term 4 - THE SKELETON

Well done Aniah on your amazing work! That is really using your brain and thinking outside the square with your presentation. 

Mr Dufty's Rules for Research.

• Don't use Google!! Use the links provided or find a book about the brain - use your brain!
• Make your presentation fun BUT full of information!
• Don't copy what you find - write in your own words! This is stealing!!
• One page only - so PLAN before you put it in your book!!!!
• Get Mum or Dad to check that you have answered all the questions. Ask them for some help as they will know lots of stuff!

The Skeleton

1. What is the purpose of the human skeleton?

2. What is the smallest and the longest bone?

3. What is the classification name of an animal with a skeleton and one without?

4. What are the different layers that make up a bone?

5. What is bone marrow and why is it important?

6. How many bones in an adult skeleton and why do babies have more?

7. What is the difference between a babies skull and a fully grown adult and why?

8. What is cartilage and why is it important?

9. Is your funny bone actually a bone?

10. What are the different joints called and where are they seen on a skeleton?

11.  How is your skeleton connected to your body and muscles?

12.  What are the different types of bone breaks called?

This week is your second mini project is on the skeleton. Remember to have fun with your presentation but you must convince me that you have investigated the topic fully. You will be mark on your presentation and originality of your written work. If you quote a book you must write down the name of the book and its author.

http://kidshealth.org/kid/cancer_center/HTBW/bones.html

http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/humanbody/skeletonbones.html

http://www.childrensuniversity.manchester.ac.uk/interactives/science/bodyandmedicine/theskeleton/

Homework - Week 1 Term 4 - THE BRAIN

During Term 4 you will be completing one task each week on a part of the human anatomy and your wellbeing.

This is a chance to show your self management and independent working skills. You will receive your homework on a Tuesday and it is due the following Monday. Each week I will put your tasks on our class blog. If you want a printed or e-mailed copy just ask.

Mr Dufty's Rules for Research.

• Don't use Google!! Use the links provided or find a book about the brain - use your brain!
• Make your presentation fun BUT full of information!
• Don't copy what you find - write in your own words! This is stealing!!
• One page only - so PLAN before you put it in your book!!!!
• Get Mum or Dad to check that you have answered all the questions. Ask them for some help as they will know lots of stuff!

The Brain

This week is your first mini project is on the BRAIN. Remember to have fun with your presentation but you must convince me that you have investigated the topic fully. You will be mark on your presentation and originality of your written work. If you quote a book or website you must acknowledge it.

1.     What is the dictionary definition meaning for the word “brain”?

2.    The brain is often referred to as the computer. What is the role of the brain and how does it work?

3.    What is the brain and the central nervous system the same thing?

4.    What is a ‘headache’ or a ‘migraine’?

5.    Why is the brain placed inside the skull? Is it attached to the skull?

6.    How does an illness like Parkinson affect the brain and someone’s life?

7.    What is concussion and what could be some long term effects of heavy or repetitive concussion?

8.    The brain is made up of different parts that control our body and development. What are the main parts of the brain called and what are their purposes?

This is a great site about the brain and other things. 

http://kidshealth.org/kid/cancer_center/HTBW/brain.html

Remember it is up to you how you present it but make sure you manage your time.

Your homework is due on Monday 20^th October.