Science Investigations: Body Systems Project
Following the guidelines that I will give, each group is responsible to teach the class about
a body system. I’ll provide a template for the information necessary to teach the class.
Each group must then create 4 things in the 4 days provided in class:
1. PowerPoint Presentation- each group is expected to make a PowerPoint or some form
of online presentation containing all the information outlined in their group packet to
teach the class about their system.
2. Handout- each group is expected to make a handout with a visual representation of
parts of their system (ex-diagram of the bones, diagram of the lung, etc)
3. Worksheet- each group is expected to create a worksheet for the class to complete
that will review information in the PowerPoint. The worksheets should have at least
10 fill in the blank questions and a labeling section, both with word banks. If a
diagram is not possible (like for the Immune system), then a minimum of 15 fill in
the blank questions and a word bank should be created.
4. Answer Key- The worksheet provided should have an answer key created for it as
well.
Because of the rotating schedule of presentations, every group is expected to turn
these 4 things in on the 4th day of class to ensure that every group is using their
time effectively and to keep things fair.
Jan 12 Day 1: Group presentation – Excretory System
Shainyce, Arria, Christeena, Jordan N., Allison)
Jan 13 Day 2: Group presentation – Nervous System
Joshua, Nia, Jordan R., Diana)
- Prachi’s group (Prachi,
- Myles’s group (Myles, Alex,
Jan 14 Day 3: Group presentation – Immune System - Gavin’s group (Gavin, Fernando,
Louai, Alejandro, Alvin, David)
Jan 15 Day 4: Group presentation – Skeletal System
Dellaray, Lydia, Colin, and Alvin)
- Amir’s group (Amir, Hanaa,
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Science Investigations: Body Systems Project
Student Name ___________________________
Date ________________
Group Members _______________________________________________________
Body System: __________________________
Directions: Your group’s job is to prepare a presentation to teach your classmates about your
assigned human body system. Your presentation may be a live PowerPoint presentation at the
SmartBoard, or a pre-recorded video of your presentation. Each group will be provided with a
Body System Checklist of important terms and items that must be included in their presentation.
Groups must use classroom and library reference materials, as well as online resources listed at
http://sciencespot.net to research their organ system.
ALL presentations must include the following:
Part 1: Introduction
Give the name and the major functions of your body system.
Part 2: Diagram
Provide a diagram of your body system with the major parts (organs) labeled with their name
and functions. You must include the source of your diagram. You must also include a blank
diagram for your classmates to take notes on during your presentation.
Part 3: Interdependence of Systems
Explain how your body system works with other systems in the body.
Part 4: Diseases
Explain two diseases affecting your body system. You must describe symptoms, causes, and
treatments of each disease. You must also include graphics regarding each disease, and the
sources of your information.
Part 5: Fun Facts
Find five interesting facts about your body system or its parts. You must include the source of
your facts. If the facts are not in your own words, then they must be presented in quotation
marks, with a source.
More Details:
Groups will be allowed four class periods to create and prepare for a Power Point presentation,
fill-in-the-blank handout with a diagram of your system (and a separate key), and a powerpoint
review worksheet. The presentation must be made using a Power Point program, saved on a
jump drive AND/OR submitted digitally to your teacher (preferably via email). The presentation
must consist of at least 8 slides. A Works Cited page must also be submitted.
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Presentations and worksheets will be collected on January 8, 2015.
You will not be allowed to continue working on your project after this date.
Please Note: All groups will present their projects to the class, the class must take notes during
your presentation, and the class must use the worksheets your group creates. Make sure you
TEACH the class well during your presentation!
Primary Websites to Use: Go to http://sciencespot.net/ and click on the icon for Kid Zone at
the top of the page. Choose “Health & Human Body” in the Life Science box to find links to help
you with this project!
Body System Checklist
Use the Body System Checklist for YOUR system to help take notes for your project!
SELF EVALUATION – Use the Rubric for the Body System Project to score your project,
and make revisions BEFORE you present to the class!
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Presentation Planner – Graphic Organizer
What will you include on each slide?
Use this page to help you organize your presentation! Add more
slides if needed!
Slide 1
Slide 5
Slide 2
Slide 6
Slide 3
Slide 7
Slide 4
Slide 8
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Body System Checklist - Immune System
Group Members ___________________________________________________
1. Major functions of the immune system
2. List the functions of each part of the immune system - thymus, white blood cells,
antibodies, epidermis, cilia, mucus, and saliva
3. Describe each “line of defense”
4. Explain how vaccinations work and give three examples of diseases that are prevented
through the use of vaccinations.
5. Explain how your body system works with other systems in the body. You will need at
least 3 examples.
6. Find 5 facts about your body system. You may list the facts as sentences or use them to
create trivia questions.
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Body System Checklist - Nervous System
Group Members ___________________________________________________
1. Description and major functions of the central nervous system and peripheral nervous
system.
2. Diagram that includes the major parts - brain, spinal cord, nerves, and neurons - and lists
the function(s) of each part.
3. Describe the path a nerve impulse travels through your body from stimulus to response.
4. Explain how your body system works with other systems in the body. You will need at
least 2 examples.
5. Explain symptoms, causes, and treatments for two diseases of your system. Include
graphics.
6. Find 5 interesting facts about your body system. You may list the facts as sentences or
use them to create trivia questions.
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Body System Checklist - Skeletal System
Group Members ___________________________________________________
1. Major functions of the skeletal system
2. Diagram that includes all major bones, and include labels for the cranium, clavicle,
humerus, scapula, sternum, rib, vertebra, ulna, radius, carpals, metacarpals, phalanges,
pelvis (may also label parts of pelvis), femur, patella, tibia, fibula, tarsals, and metatarsals.
a. Also, include and label the ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) on your diagram of
the
b. skeletal system.
3. Describe each of the following joint types and where they are located: hinge, pivot, and
ball-and-socket. You may include other joints as well.
4. Define bone, ligament, and tendon. Provide labeled diagrams showing the major parts of
a bone, a ligament, and a tendon.
5. Explain how your body system works with other systems in the body. You will need at
least 2 examples.
6. Explain symptoms, causes, and treatments for two diseases of your system. Include
graphics.
7. Find 5 interesting facts about your body system. You may list the facts as sentences or
use them to create trivia questions.
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Body System Checklist - Excretory System
Group Members ___________________________________________________
1. Major functions of the excretory system
2. Diagram that includes the major parts - lungs, kidneys, urinary bladder, ureter, urethra,
liver, and skin - and list the function(s) of each.
3. Include a labeled diagram of the skin – the diagram must include the epidermis, dermis,
and subcutaneous tissue, sebaceous (oil) gland, hair shaft, eccrine (sweat) gland, pore of
sweat gland, erector pili muscle, nerves, fat (adipose) tissue
4. Explain how your body system works with other systems in the body. You will need at
least 2 examples.
5. Explain symptoms, causes, and treatments for two diseases of your system. Include
graphics.
6. Explain how the skin functions as a temperature control for the body in cold conditions
(the original purpose of ‘goose bumps’).
7. Find 5 more interesting facts about your body system. You may list the facts as
sentences or use them to create trivia questions.
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General guidelines for citing sources:
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List entries alphabetically by author (if no author list title first)
Separate entries with periods
General format:
Author, last name first. "Webpage title." Website title. Date published/updated.
Organization/publisher. Date accessed. < URL >
Example:
Landsberger, Joseph. “Citing Websites." Study Guides and Strategies . 12 May 2005.
University of X. 13 May 2005. < http://www.studygs.net/citation.htm >.
These websites will format your citations for you.
http://citationmachine.net/
http://easybib.com/
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