LER 1909 Made of durable Soft Foam! Explore the human head through hands-on investigation!
Explore the mysteries of human head with this cross-section foam model. A great hands-on introduction to major organs and structures of the human head (including the ear), this model is ideal for teaching how the organs work together to help our body function. Guide features detailed drawings, clearly labeled parts, definitions to key vocabulary, and interesting facts.
Brain—one of the most important organs; responsible for thinking, moving, speaking, and more Corpus callosum—large bundle of nerve fibers that connects the left and right hemispheres of the brain together Cerebellum—coordinates body movement and maintains the body’s balance and equilibrium; located near the spinal cord Pituitary gland—small gland located near the base of the brain that controls the endocrine glands and influences growth of the human body Skull—skeletal structure of the head that protects th
Worksheet Name:________________________________ Correctly label the parts.
A. Brain—one of the most important organs; responsible for thinking, moving, speaking, and more B. Corpus callosum—large bundle of nerve fibers that connects the left and right hemispheres of the brain together C. Eye socket—the cavity of the skull in which the eye is located D. Cerebellum—coordinates body movement and maintains the body’s balance and equilibrium; located near the spinal cord E. Sinus cavity—air-filled spaces within the skull and face that filter and moisten ingested air F.
A. Eardrum—thin piece of skin separating the outer and middle ear that vibrates and amplifies sound waves before entering the middle ear B. Cochlea—spiral-shaped tube of the inner ear that contains nerve endings that are needed for hearing C. Middle ear—central part of the ear that consists of the eardrum and a cavity containing three small bones D.
Interesting Facts • The human skull contains 22 bones. • Your brain is more active and thinks more at night than during the day. • The brain stops growing at age 15, but learning never stops. • The spinal cord and nerves—known as the nervous system—let messages flow back and forth between the brain and the body. • We actually “see” with our brains; the eye is basically a camera. • The strongest muscle in the body is the tongue. • The average person has 32 teeth.
Suggested Activities • Use for classroom demonstration as well as individual student exploration. • Allow students to hold the model, take it apart, and put it back together. Ask students to make observations about the model and have them discuss what they already know about the organs and structures of the human head. • Use the section of the model featuring the labeling letters to quiz students on which part of the head each letter represents.
