Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will understand the basics of how muscles work and their importance in our bodies.

Materials and Prep

Materials: None

Prep: None

Activities

1. Watch a short video about how muscles work in the body.

2. Do a simple physical activity like jumping jacks or push-ups to feel your muscles in action.

3. Look at diagrams of the human body and identify the major muscle groups.

Fifth Grade Talking Points

• Our muscles are like rubber bands in our bodies. When we move, our muscles stretch and contract to make our bodies work.
• There are over 600 muscles in the human body, and they help us do everything from running to smiling.
• Muscles need energy to work, and they get this energy from the food we eat.
• It's important to keep our muscles strong and healthy by staying active and eating nutritious foods.