Our Amazing
Nervous System
By: Hailey,
Jessie, and
Caitlin
Our Amazing Nervous System
The nervous system is
the control center of
the body that sends
messages to the brain.
This system helps you
see, hear, taste, touch,
and smell. This system
also lets the brain
communicate with all
parts of your body.
The Nervous System and
How It Works!
The nerve network allows the
brain to communicate with
your body. Nerves help
transport information from
different areas of the body.
Some nerves give
information to the brain and
the others allow us to see,
hear, smell, taste, and touch.
Taking Care of Your Nervous
System
You should always get
lots of rest so your eyes
aren’t groggy. To keep
your nose clean you
should blow it often. If
you are listening to
music you shouldn’t
have it too loud.
Our Amazing Nervous System
Facts
Did you know…
 If you put your right knee on your left knee
then hit your right knee cap with the side of your
hand, your foot will jump.
 Your brain is made of nerves and tissue.
 Your brain weighs 1,400 grams, that’s exactly
3 pounds.
More Nervous System Facts
Did you know…
 Your brain is made of your spinal cord and a
huge network of nerves.
 Nerves are made of thin threads of nerve cells.
 Your nerves pass along messages to your brain.
Our Amazing Brain!
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