Ask
Students will explore and ask questions about how various body systems contribute to playing their favorite sports and activities, as they conduct initial research to define the roles and constraints of these systems in enhancing performance and maintaining heart health.
Days 1 - 2
Pulse and Body Systems Exploration
Launch 45m
Research and Inquiry Workshop
Activity 45m
Research Questions Presentation
Assessment
Imagine
Students will brainstorm creative ideas for physical activities for the 'Body System Olympics' by collaborating in groups to explore how each body system supports movement in their favorite sports, drawing connections between the systems and potential exercises.
Days 2 - 3
Body System Brainstorming Session
Activity 45m
Plan
Students will work collaboratively to select a body system, devise an activity for the 'Body System Olympics,' create a detailed plan outlining equipment and roles, and practice recording their pulse and exercise impacts in preparation for the 'Heart Health Challenge.'
Days 3 - 4
Body System Selection and Idea Brainstorm
Activity 45m
Pulse and Heart Health Exploration
Activity 45m
Body System Plan Presentation
Assessment
Create
Students will construct interactive models of body systems using everyday materials to demonstrate understanding of their roles in physical movement, incorporating feedback from peers to refine their designs.
Days 4 - 5
Design and Build Your Body System Model
Activity 90m
Interactive Model Presentation
Assessment
Test
Students will conduct physical tests of their 'Body System Olympic' activities, observe how each body system responds during the exercises, and refine their methods based on their observations and peer feedback to ensure both safety and effectiveness.
Days 5 - 6
15 min over capacity (90 min available across 2 days)
Olympic Body Systems Observation
Activity 60m
Body System Performance Evaluation
Assessment
Peer Feedback Reflection
Assessment
Reflection Journal Development
Activity 45m
Improve
Students will evaluate their 'Body System Olympics' and 'Human Body Sports Fair' activities for effectiveness in demonstrating each body system's role, refine their physical activity designs and health presentations based on peer and teacher feedback, enhancing their understanding and showcasing improvements.
Day 6
Enhanced Body System Olympics Presentation
Assessment
Share
Students will present their 'Body System Olympics' events and personal health plans at the 'Human Body Sports Fair,' reflecting on their learning journey and the integration of body systems in physical activities.
Day 7
60 min over capacity (45 min available across 1 day)
Body System Olympics Presentation Practice
Activity 60m
Human Body Olympics Presentation
Assessment
Human Body Sports Fair Setup
Activity 45m
Personal Health Plan Reflection
Assessment