Download Lesson Plan: Systems and Subsystems

Project 2 Lesson Plan
Topic: Systems are Composed of Subsystems
Grade Level: 6
Overview:
The primary goal of this lesson is to teach the sixth grade students that systems,
like the human body, are made up of subsystems. Students will learn the names and
functions of the individual body systems and give two examples of other subsystems
found in the world.
Learning Objectives:
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Given a chart with the human body systems, students will be able to name four of
the human body subsystems with 90% accuracy.
After discussing the definition of a subsystem, students will be able to list and
describe two other examples of items that have subsystems.
Teaching Standards:
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Sixth Grade Science 6.7 Standard: Describe that a system, such as the human
body, is composed of subsystems. 1
Required Materials
Chart with the human body systems
Markers
Blank paper for graphic organizer
Pencils
Procedures:
1. The teacher will explain to the students the definition of a subsystem and that our
human body is a great example.
2. The teacher will distribute the Human Body Chart that outlines the subsystems of
the body.
3. The students will review the names of the eleven body subsystems.
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Subsystems of the Body2
Skeletal System
Respiratory
System
Circulatory
System
bones
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protects our vital organs
gives the body shape
allows us to move
deals with breathing
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how the oxygen and
nutrients reach the
body's cells,
carries away waste materials
breakdown of food
nose, trachea, lungs
heart, blood, blood
vessels
Digestive System
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Muscular System
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Nervous System
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pumps blood through the
body
moves the body
controls everything we do
Excretory System
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deals with body wastes
Urinary System
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Endocrine System
Reproductive
System
Immune System
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how the wastes escape the
body
controls release of hormones
allows the body to produce
offspring
fights off disease-causing
bacteria
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stomach, esophagus,
intestines
muscles
brain, spinal cord,
nerves
lungs, large intestine,
kidneys
bladder and kidneys
glands
male and female
reproductive organs
cells, organs, tissues
4. The teacher will explain how each system helps the other system which causes the
body to function properly.
5. The teacher will then make a graphic organizer on the board with the subsystems to
show that all of the systems are connected.
Skeletal System
Digestive System
Muscular System
Human Body
Nervous System
Immune System
Urinary System
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uman%20Body%20Systems.pdf
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6. The teacher will ask the students to think of two other examples of subsystems found
in items today.
One example of an item with a subsystem is an automobile. The two
subsystems would be the brake system and the fuel system. A second example
of an item with a subsystem is an ATM machine at the bank. The machine has
a system to scan your card, deposit/ withdraw money, and communicate with
the computers at the bank.
Assessment:
To assess the students’ understanding of subsystems, the teacher will ask the students to
create their own graphic organizer for the two systems he/she listed and described. At
the bottom of the graphic organizer, the student is to list four names of the human body
systems reviewed in class.
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References and Reference Materials:
Indiana Standard Resources. (October, 2002). Indiana Science Grade 6 Curriculum
Framework. Retrieved from http://doe.in.gov/achievement/standards/indianastandard-resources.
Maine Regional School Unit. The Human Body Systems for Kids. Retrieved from:
http://www.sad67.k12.me.us/curriculum/Content_standards/Supplemental%20
Pages/Wellness/The%20Human%20Body%20Systems.pdf
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