The human skeleton: support
I can explain how the skeleton supports the human body.
The human skeleton: support
I can explain how the skeleton supports the human body.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- All humans have a skeleton made up of many bones.
- The bones of the human skeleton are solid, strong and are various shapes.
- X-rays show us what our bones look like.
- The skeleton supports our body which would be ‘floppy’ without it.
Common misconception
Children may think their bones are not connected to each other.
Show the children how bones are connected to form a skeleton that supports their body.
Keywords
Skeleton - A skeleton is a frame for the soft parts of the body.
Bones - Bones are a hard and stiff material that make up a skeleton.
X-ray - An X-ray is used to create an image of our bones.
Support - An animal's body needs a skeleton which supports it to be able stay upright and keep its shape.
Equipment
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Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
- Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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Exit quiz
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hard, to support your body.
soft, because it is filled with marrow.