Welcome!
This year, we’ll explore the incredible design of the human body—from cells to organ systems—through engaging lessons, labs, case studies, and real-world applications. As we discover how structure and function work together, we’ll also consider how the complexity, order, and purpose of the human body reflect the wisdom and creativity of its Creator. ~Dr. Singletary
Quarter 1
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Module 1 Worksheets
Please print Study Guide and complete as much as you can while reading through the material at home. Be sure to bring your guide to class, ready to review and discuss. Also, print the accompanying worksheets and bring them to class—we’ll start those together during our discussions.
Module 1 Study Guide
Organ Systems Review
Levels of Organizations
Diagram Animal Cell
Cell Mitosis
Plasma Membrane Transport
Module 1 Resources
Watching and reading the additional resources is optional, but highly encouraged if you find a concept difficult to understand. Use them as needed to strengthen your understanding.
11 Body Systems in 3 Minutes
Cell Organelles & Structures – A Tour of the Cell
Translation & Transcription Made Easy
Mitosis – Stages of Mitosis | Cells
Cell Transport – Passive & Active Transport
Module 2 Worksheets
Module 2 Study Guide
Parts of a Microscope
Microscope Drawings
Module 2 Resources
Epithelial Tissue
Cell Identification Layers & Shapes | Epithelium
Types of Connective Tissue
Identifying Connective Tissue
Cartilage – Histology, Types, Functions
Stages of Wound Healing
Module 3 Worksheets
Module 3 Study Guide
Microscope Drawings
Module 3 Resources
Layers of the Skin Explained
Structure of Hair Follicle
Nail Anatomy & Physiology Structure
Types of Glands
Types of Bones
Introduction to the Skeletal System
Module 4 Worksheets
Module 4 Study Guide
Microscope Drawings
Module 4 Resources
Osteoblasts & Osteoclasts
Science Experiment – Bone
Physis, Epiphysis, Metaphysis & Diaphysis
Appositional Bone Growth
How Do Braces Actually Work?
How Does Broken Bone Heal?
Calcium & Phosphate Homeostasis
Joints: Structure & Types of Motion
Module 5 Worksheets
Module 5 Study Guide
Microscope Drawings
Muscular System Guide
Muscles in Action
Module 5 Resources
Muscle Tissues & Sliding Filament Model
The Mechanism of Muscle Contraction
Twitch, Summation & Tetanus
How does muscle tone affect my child?
ATP in Muscle Contraction
Warming Up & Cooling Down
Module 6 Worksheets
Module 6 Study Guide
Microscope Drawings
Skills Check Lab 1
Module 6 Resources
Origins & Insertions
Biomechanics & Levers in the Body
The Muscular System
The Muscle Song
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
Psalm 139:14
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I’m always happy to connect with students and parents outside of class! Feel free to reach out to me anytime—I’ll do my best to respond within 24 hours. I’m also available to chat with students while I’m on campus if you ever need help or just want to talk. Don’t hesitate to reach out—I’m here to support you!
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