"Our Body Rap"



Make a movie to learn the names for parts of the body.

Objectives

  • Students will identify a specified body part.
  • Students will describe a specified body part.
  • Students will learn to use a variety of technology.

Procedure

  • Discuss/learn about the parts of the body and their functions.
  • Each student wil:l
    • choose a body part
    • draw it,
    • scan it,
    • take a picture of it
    • incorporate each piece into a digital editing progam to produce a movie.

Sunshine State Standards

  • SC.H.1.1.4
  • SC.H.1.1.3
  • LA.C.3.1.1
  • LA.C.3.1.4

NETS Profiles for Technology Literate Students

  • Use input devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard, remote control) and output devices (e.g., monitor, printer) to successfully operate computers, VCRs, audiotapes, and other technologies
  • Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities.
  • Work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, family members, and others when using technology in the classroom.
  • Create developmentally appropriate multimedia products with support from teachers, family members, or student partners.
  • Gather information and communicate with others using telecommunications, with support from teachers, family members, or student partners.

Materials

  • Digital Camera
  • Scanner
  • Computer
  • Digital editing program
  • Paper
  • Coloring tools

 

Alternatives/Extensions

  • Body part scavenger hunt using digital camera
  • Read More Parts by Tedd Arnold
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Project Title: "Our Body Rap"
Teachers Name: Erin Thompson
School: Dr. N.H. Jones Elementary
District: Marion
Grade Level: Kindergarten