Begin the lesson by discussing the importance of the digestive system in our daily lives. Use engaging questions to spark curiosity, such as 'What happens to the food we eat?'
Go to the LessonLearning Objectives
- Understand the role of the mouth, stomach, and intestines in the digestive system.
- Identify how food is broken down in the mouth and stomach before entering the intestines.
- Describe how the digestive system works with other body systems to support life processes.
- Recognize the length and function of the small and large intestines in digestion.
- Explain how the digestive system provides energy, growth, and repair for the body.
Introduction and Hook
Direct Instruction
Explain the roles of the mouth, stomach, and intestines in the digestive system. Use diagrams to illustrate how food is broken down and absorbed.
Guided Exploration
Facilitate a discussion on how the digestive system works with other body systems to support life processes. Encourage students to think about how energy is distributed throughout the body.
Hands-On Activity
Conduct a hands-on activity where students create a simple model of the digestive system using everyday materials. This will help them visualize the process of digestion.
Independent Practice
Check for Understanding
Engage students in a Q&A session to assess their understanding of how food is broken down and absorbed in the digestive system.
Review and Reflection
Have students reflect on what they learned about the digestive system and how it supports energy, growth, and repair in the body.
Assessment and Extension
Administer the 'Review – Healthy Body' assessment to evaluate students' comprehension of the digestive system and its role in maintaining a healthy body.
Try the QuizEncourage students to extend their learning by exploring how diet and nutrition impact the digestive system and overall health.