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Digestive Dash
“A Quick Trip Through the Digestive System”
Students will understand the process of digestion, the roles of different organs, and the importance of nutrients.
Students will apply this knowledge through the game "Digestive Dash," where they will simulate the journey of food through the digestive system.
Students will learn about the impact of nutrition on digestive health and how food choices influence overall well-being.
Approximate time needed: 1 hour
Standards Subject Areas: #Biology (BIO), #Chemistry (CHE), #Food & Nutrition (FB), #Health & Physical Education (HAP)
MS-LS1-3, MS-LS1-8, MS-PS1-3, MS-PS1-4, HE.6-8.2.2, HE.6-8.4.1, HPE.6-8.1, HPE.6-8.4
What Comes with The Lesson?
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Video Lesson
27-minute video lesson
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Materials List
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Lesson Plan
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Assessment
Post-activity labeling of the digestive system
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Digestive Dash Board Game
Printable board game for your classroom. Scaled to print in four sheets. Use on tables or mount on foam board.
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Action Cards
Fun facts, Nutrition cards, Digestion cards for playing board game
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Nutritional Absorption Point Sheets
For students to keep track of their NAPs as they move through the board.
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Digestive System Diagram
Diagram of the Digestive System for students to use as they watch the video.