Moving muscles and building a moveable man

English Language Arts

• The child practiced following written instructions to complete the activity.
• They used descriptive language to describe the different body parts of the moveable man.
• They wrote a short story or poem about their moveable man and shared it with others.
• They used vocabulary related to muscles and movement in their writing.

Math

• The child counted and measured the different body parts of their moveable man.
• They calculated the total length of the moveable man by adding the lengths of each body part.
• They identified and labeled different shapes used in the construction of the moveable man.
• They practiced symmetry by creating a symmetrical moveable man with matching body parts.

Physical Education

• The child engaged in physical activity by moving and manipulating the different body parts of the moveable man.
• They learned about the different muscles used for movement and how they work together.
• They practiced coordination and balance while controlling the movements of the moveable man.
• They explored different ways to move their own bodies to imitate the actions of the moveable man.

Science

• The child learned about the skeletal system and how the bones provide structure and support for the moveable man.
• They explored the concept of joints and how they allow for movement in the moveable man.
• They investigated different types of muscles and their functions in the human body.
• They discussed the importance of exercise and physical activity for keeping muscles strong and healthy.

For continued development related to this activity, encourage the child to create more complex moveable figures with additional body parts and movements. They can also research and learn about different types of joints and how they function in the human body. Additionally, they can explore the concept of leverage and how it affects the movement of their moveable man. This can be done through experimenting with different sizes and positions of body parts.

Book Recommendations

• The Skeleton Inside You by Philip Balestrino: This book explains the skeletal system and how it supports our bodies through an engaging and informative story.
• Muscles: Our Muscular System by Seymour Simon: This book introduces the different types of muscles and their functions in the human body with detailed illustrations and clear explanations.
• Move! by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page: This book explores the different ways animals and humans move, including information about muscles and the mechanics of movement.