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Week 2 – Cardiovascular System

Goals

• Learn anatomy and function of the heart and cardiovascular system
• Identify why physical activity is important to cardiovascular health

Classroom Activities

• Identify different kinds of “pumps”
• Compare the rooms of a house to the those of a heart
• Follow a red blood cell (RBC) around the body
• Play a Velcro game of oxygen and carbon dioxide backpacks
• “Operation Time” – removal of the heart

Homework

• Complete daily physical activity calendars in classroom with teacher
• Engage family members in the learning process

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Web Links

Americanheart.org
Fun worksheets for kids of all ages about heart healthy activities and eating.