Overview

In this interactive lesson, students will learn the basic anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. Starting with structure of the brain, spinal cord, and nerve cells, students will then learn about neurotransmission, the electrochemical process by which neurons send signals. They will participate in several activities that model the functions of neurons.

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Videos

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Brainworks Video- Neuroscience for Kids- 28 minutes  UWTV

The Brain vs The Computer from Neuroscience for Kids

Modeling the Nervous System from Neuroscience for Kids

General Neuroscience information from Neuroscience for Kids (click explore)

The Synapse from Neuroscience for Kids

Types of neurons from Neuroscience for Kids