In this class, students will explore the human respiratory system through hands-on, inquiry-based activities. They will build a working model of the lungs, airways, and diaphragm to see how air moves in and out of the body, helping them understand breathing mechanics in a tangible, interactive way.
In addition, students will conduct a gas exchange investigation using a safe chemical indicator. By exhaling into the solution, they will observe how carbon dioxide affects the indicator’s color, providing a visual demonstration of how oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged in the lungs.
Through these activities, students will practice key scientific skills such as making observations, recording data, analyzing results, and drawing evidence-based conclusions. The lessons connect anatomy and physiology concepts to real-life scenarios like exercise, health, and environmental impacts on breathing, encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving.
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026 from 10am to 11:30am
Recommended for Grades 5 – 12
Cost: $10 per student
Sign-up deadline: Friday, April 3, 2026
