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2
Correct the false statements in your notebook.
a)
The spinal cord connects the nerves to the muscles.
b)
The brain sends and receives messages from the nervous system.
c)
Messages from our nerves travel slowly to and from the brain.
d)
The cerebrum is part of the brain. It controls involuntary movements.
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3
Listen and say
brain, spinal cord, sensory nerves
or
motor nerves.
4
Make a diagram of the nervous system.
a)
On a large piece of paper, draw around your partner to create an outline.
b)
Draw a brain and spinal cord on pieces of paper. Cut them out and stick them onto your outline.
c)
Use red wool to represent sensory nerves, and blue wool to represent motor nerves.
Stick the wool onto your outline.
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4
QUIZ
Check your learning.
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C T I V I T I E S
How does the brain work?
The
cerebrum
is the largest and most complex part of the
brain. It controls our intelligence, memory, personality,
emotion, speech and the ability to feel and move.
The
cerebellum
is responsible for balance, movement,
and coordination.
The
brainstem
coordinates all the messages going in
and out of the brain to and from the spinal cord. It also
controls
involuntary movements
, such as breathing,
digestion, or our heartbeat.
cerebrum
cerebellum
brainstem
