Introduction
Welcome to Mrs. Etgen's Skeleton Webquest!
Skeletons don't only exist during Halloween, you know. Everyone has a skeleton!
Let's try some things:
Wave at a friend
Smile at your partner
Raise your hand to answer a question
ALL of those movements wouldn't be possible without our skeleton!
Did you know it allows us to to move and protects our organs? Get ready to get excited because you are about to discover and research our new unit
. . .skeletons!
Task
Here is your task:
When you are finished this webquest, you will be responsible for answering the questions about the skeleton AND find ONE interesting fun fact to share with the class.
Next, you will create a powerpoint slide displaying the information that you learned. Be sure to include an interesting fact and picture.
Lastly, we will combine our powerpoint slides to create one big powerpoint to go over what we learned about bones!
Process
Let's start our journey with an introduction video about the skeleton. Click the link to watch the video -
http://kidshealth.org/kid/htbw/_bfs_SSmoviesource.html
Now let's answer some questions:
Cut and paste this website to help you:
http://kidshealth.org/kid/htbw/bones.html#
Write down ONE thing your bones are made of.
Write down ONE thing your spine does.
What do your ribs protect?
What is the LONGEST BONE in your body? Hint - it is located in the LEG!
What does your SKULL protect? How can YOU protect YOUR skull?
Name TWO ways you can help take care of your bones.