Draw Your Nervous System

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In this activity, learners work together to create a life-sized drawing of the human nervous system. In doing so, learners will discover more about how the brain uses neurons to send messages, and how it coordinates with the muscles in the body. This activity can be conducted outside using chalk on the sidewalk.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
30 to 45 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
$1 - $5 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 8 - 14
Resource Type:
Activity
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Life Sciences
    • Cells
    • Human Body
      • The Brain and Nervous System
      • Muscles and Skin
    • Human Senses and Perception

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • read
  • be mobile
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves teamwork and communication skills
  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

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Source Collection

  • Ology

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, American Museum of Natural History,