Human Body: Body Systems, Organs & Functions Unit | MS Life Science

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This unit is included in the Life Science Curriculum 5E Model.

Teach body systems, organs, structures, and human physiology with this comprehensive two-part Human Body Unit designed for middle school life science.

This complete Human Body Part 1 AND Part 2 bundle includes full lessons, notes, labs, interactive notebooks, quizzes, stations, task cards, and assessments—providing everything you need for a zero-prep, high-engagement anatomy & physiology unit.

Perfect for grades 6–8, this resource helps students master the skeletal, muscular, nervous, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, excretory, endocrine, and reproductive systems through hands-on, inquiry-based activities.

Aligned to NGSS Middle School Life Science (MS-LS1) for structure, function, and information processing in living organisms.

What’s Included: TWO Complete Human Body Units

HUMAN BODY — PART 1

⭐ Lessons & Activities

• PowerPoints for:
  • The Skin
  • Muscular System
  • Skeletal System
  • Nervous System
  • Digestive System
• Student Notes (print + digital)
• Interactive Notebook activities
• Mini-quizzes + digital assessments
• Teacher Demo: Body Systems
• Guided Inquiry Lab: Bending Bones
• Science Stations (STEM Challenge Included)
• Task Cards
• Study Guide
• Final Chapter Assessment
• 11-day pacing guide

⭐ Key Concepts Covered in Part 1

• Levels of organization (cells → tissues → organs → systems)
• Skin structure + function
• Bones, joints, cartilage & skeletal support
• Muscles and movement
• Nervous system & response pathways
• Digestive system processes & absorption
• Interactions between systems (homeostasis)

HUMAN BODY — PART 2

⭐ Lessons & Activities

• PowerPoints for:
  • Respiratory System
  • Excretory System
  • Cardiovascular System
  • Blood
  • Endocrine & Reproductive Systems
• Student Notes (print + digital)
• Interactive Notebook activities
• Mini-quizzes + digital assessments
• Teacher Demo: Effects of Physical Activity
• Guided Inquiry Lab: Tidal Volume
• Science Stations (STEM Challenge Included)
• Task Cards
• Study Guide
• Final Chapter Assessment
• 11-day pacing guide

⭐ Key Concepts Covered in Part 2

• Gas exchange & respiratory health
• Filtering wastes & kidney function
• Heart anatomy & blood flow
• Components of blood & circulation
• Hormones & chemical messaging
• Endocrine system regulation
• Reproduction & development
• System interactions and body regulation

⭐ Why Teachers Love This Unit

• Two full anatomy & physiology units in one
• Clear, engaging, kid-friendly lessons
• Hands-on labs and stations boost understanding
• Zero prep — fully ready-to-teach resources
• Flexible for print or digital classrooms
• NGSS-aligned and deeply content-rich
• Perfect for grades 6–8

⭐ Ideal For

• Middle School Life Science
• Human body systems units
• Anatomy & physiology
• Health science connections
• NGSS MS-LS1
• Blended learning & INB classrooms
• Stations-based instruction

⭐ Pacing Guide – Human Body Part 1 (11 Days)

Day 1: Teacher Demo – Body Systems; Section 1 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 2: Section 1 Mini-Quiz; Section 2 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 3: Section 2 Mini-Quiz; Guided Inquiry Lab – Bending Bones
Day 4: Section 3 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 5: Section 3 Mini-Quiz; Section 4 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 6: Section 4 Mini-Quiz; Section 5 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 7: Section 5 Mini-Quiz; Science Stations
Day 8: Science Stations
Day 9: Creation Station Final Draft + Testing
Day 10: Task Cards + Study Guide
Day 11: Chapter Assessment

⭐ Pacing Guide – Human Body Part 2 (11 Days)

Day 1: Teacher Demo – Effects of Physical Activity; Section 1 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 2: Section 1 Mini-Quiz; Section 2 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 3: Section 2 Mini-Quiz; Guided Inquiry Lab – Tidal Volume
Day 4: Section 3 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 5: Section 3 Mini-Quiz; Section 4 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 6: Section 4 Mini-Quiz; Section 5 PowerPoint/Notes/INB
Day 7: Section 5 Mini-Quiz; Science Stations
Day 8: Science Stations
Day 9: Creation Station Final Draft + Testing
Day 10: Task Cards + Study Guide
Day 11: Chapter Assessment

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