theme #42
human body activities
body parts song
Introduce a song that names different body parts.
Sing and dance along to reinforce the names of body parts.
life-size body tracing
Trace the outline of a child's body on a large sheet of paper.
Label and discuss different body parts as you fill in the details.
skeleton craft
Create a simple skeleton craft using paper or pasta shapes.
Discuss the role of the skeleton in supporting and protecting the body.
organ playdough models
Use playdough to create models of organs such as the heart, lungs, and stomach.
Discuss the functions of each organ.
sense exploration station
Set up stations for each of the five senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell).
Discuss how each sense helps us experience the world.
body parts memory game
Create a memory game with pairs of cards featuring images of body parts.
Discuss the names and functions of the body parts as children play.
healthy eating collage
Provide magazines and materials to create collages of healthy foods.
Discuss the importance of nutrition for a healthy body.
doctor pretend play
Set up a doctor's office with pretend medical tools and a doctor's coat.
Discuss the role of doctors and the importance of check-ups.
my body book
Create a personalized "My Body" book with drawings and labels.
Discuss each body part and its function as you create the book.
dental health exploration
Engage in movement activities to explore different body movements.
Discuss the connection between muscles and movement.
human body puzzle
Discuss the importance of dental health.
Provide toothbrushes and toothpaste for a hands-on demonstration.
x-ray art
Introduce a puzzle depicting the human body.
Discuss the different systems (skeletal, muscular, circulatory) as children assemble the puzzle.
human body stretch
Introduce simple yoga poses that represent different body parts.
Discuss the benefits of movement and stretching for the body.
digestive system sensory bin
Create a sensory bin representing the digestive system with different textures.
Discuss the journey of food through the digestive system.
body movement activities
Engage in movement activities to explore different body movements.
Discuss the connection between muscles and movement.