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  • Jefferson Elementary School
  • San Diego, CA
  • More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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In our Unit of Inquiry: Who We Are, fourth graders explore the connections between the brain, emotions, and the human body. They learn how the brain processes information and influences perception and how those perceptions affect our relationships and empathy towards others. They learn about Growth Mindset and how failures are part of learning as the brain is continually growing and making new connections. When students learn how the brain works both physically and emotionally, it helps them become more conscientious and compassionate human beings. Our students currently learn about the parts of the brain through models, diagrams, and videos. They even create their own model out of playdough. However, this learning experience would be much more powerful if they were given the opportunity to dissect a brain. Since sheep brains are closely related to human brains in structure and size, students will be able to identify the different parts of the brains and explain the roles of the parts of the brain. This project would allow students in both of the 4th-grade classrooms to dissect brains. Ideally, this experience will also inspire students to pursue interests and possible careers in the field of science.

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In our Unit of Inquiry: Who We Are, fourth graders explore the connections between the brain, emotions, and the human body. They learn how the brain processes information and influences perception and how those perceptions affect our relationships and empathy towards others. They learn about Growth Mindset and how failures are part of learning as the brain is continually growing and making new connections. When students learn how the brain works both physically and emotionally, it helps them become more conscientious and compassionate human beings. Our students currently learn about the parts of the brain through models, diagrams, and videos. They even create their own model out of playdough. However, this learning experience would be much more powerful if they were given the opportunity to dissect a brain. Since sheep brains are closely related to human brains in structure and size, students will be able to identify the different parts of the brains and explain the roles of the parts of the brain. This project would allow students in both of the 4th-grade classrooms to dissect brains. Ideally, this experience will also inspire students to pursue interests and possible careers in the field of science.

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