Human Body Systems-6-8

Understand human body systems and factors that influence growth and development.

Describe and explain the structure and functions of the human body systems and how they interrelate. Understand that the human body and its systems are a gift from God.

Explain the effects of health-related actions on the body systems. Explain the effects of health-related actions on body, mind and spirit.

Describe factors that affect growth and development. Describe factors that affect our spiritual growth and development.

Explain how body systems interact with each other (e.g., blood transporting nutrients from the digestive system and oxygen from the respiratory system).

Explain the effects of health-related actions upon body systems (e.g., fad diets, orthodontics, avoiding smoking, alcohol use and other drug use).

Describe the relationships among physical, mental and social health factors during adolescence (e.g., the effects of stress on physical and mental performance, effects of nutrition on growth).

Explain how the nerves and brain work together.

Describe how the blood travels throughout the body.

Analyze how oxygen gets to the lungs.

Explain how food is processed and moves through the digestive system.

Recognize the connection between body and soul and develop a personal plan for lifelong wellness.

Identify the benefits of both aerobic and anaerobic activities on the body’s systems.

List choices that have a positive influence on health.

List choices that have a negative influence on health.

Make good choices based on Christian values.

Recognize and discuss factors that affect growth and development.

Explain the effects of diet and exercise on the body.

Recognize and discuss changes that are a part of growth and development.

Respect spiritual development of self and others.