Science

= **Digestive System** =

**Goal and Overview ** This wiki is dedicated for Science. Students will explore the Digestive System and its functions. The video on the Digestive System will give them vital information that will allow them to complete the required assignments. The goal is for students to have an understanding of the human digestive system and its function in the body.



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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKaBQrFdNtw


 * Critical Thinking Questions **

How long does it take for our bodies to digest food? Explain the process of food digestion. Please explain the difference between the small intestine and large intestine is. Explain which foods promote a healthy digestive system.

= **Class Activity ** = Attached is the copy of the class activity that the students will complete once they have completed the video.

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**Home Learning **

Please print and complete quiz.


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**Practice Makes Perfect **

For extra points, test your on foods that will be suitable for a healthy diet. Color each food group in the appropriate color and write in 5 items that pertain to each food group that promote healthy digestion.



**Standards **

<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">SC.2.L.14. Organization and Development of Living Organisms

<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">SC.2.L.14. B All plants and animals, including humans, have internal parts and external structures that function to keep them alive and help them grow and reproduce.

**<span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif';">Resources **

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