Science 1: Why and How God Created My Body

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(Ages 10 and up; 71 pages) Students will go through a study of the eight systems of the body using a conventional textbook on physiology or medicine.
Students DEFINE, EXPLAIN, and ILLUSTRATE the major vocabulary words in each of the eight sections. They then use religious writings or their scriptures of choice to study the spiritual physiology of their bodies.
An introductory section discusses the different kinds of cells in the body and the miraculous functions of each individual type. An allegory about "The Magic Brick" illustrates in story form the body's incredible "intelligent cells." A final essay and general written exam checks the student's knowledge at the conclusion of the guidebook.
The eight systems and the major vocabulary words in this guidebook are:

The Circulatory System - Main Vocabulary Words
Blood
Heart
Artery
Vein
Lymph node
Interstitial fluid
Capillaries
Red blood cells
White blood cells
Example of a Learning Exercise: "Find out what happens when a person suffers from an aneurysm. Write your findings and illustrate this condition.
Example of a Learning Exercise from the scriptures: "Using your scriptures, write down and explain the following conditions of a person's spiritual heart: hard heart, soft heart, broken heart, pure heart, merry heart, turned heart, troubled heart, prideful heart, changed heart."

The Respiratory System - Main Vocabulary Words
Sinuses
Nasal cavity
Mouth
Larynx
Trachea
Bronchial tubes
Lungs
Diaphragm
Example of a Learning Exercise: "Can we talk and swallow at the same time? Why or why not? Illustrate your conclusions."
Example of a Learning Exercise from the scriptures: "Using scriptural references, describe the sound of God's voice. Is it always the same? Explain in as much detail as possible."

The Skeletal System - Main Vocabulary Words
Skull
Teeth
Spine
Verbebra
Rib cage
Marrow
Example of a Learning Exercise: "Animals with spines are called vertebrates. List ten of them and draw three."
Example of a Learning Exercise from the scriptures: "Look up bones in the topical guide of your scriptures. Read at least three of the references and write a paragraph about each."

The Muscular System - Main Vocabulary Words
Skeletal muscles
Smooth muscles
Cardiac muscle
Tendons
Tongue
Example of a Learning Exercise: "Try this experiment with a friend: Sit still as long as you can without moving one voluntary muscle. See who can sit still the longest! Write a paragraph about your experiment."
Example of a Learning Exercise from the scriptures: "Find at least five scriptures about the tongue and write them down. Express your feelings about these scriptures in relation to your own life."

The Digestive System - Main Vocabulary Words
Salivary glands
Esophagus
Stomach
Pancreas
Intestines
Colon
Example of a Learning Exercise: "Research ulcers. Write your findings about what causes them and what cures them."
Example of a Learning Exercise from the scriptures: "What is fasting? What physical things can this accomplish? What spiritual things can this accomplish? Write your observations, also noting what happens to your digestive glands when you are very hungry and smell food cooking."

The Cleansing System - Main Vocabulary Words
Skin
Liver
Kidneys
Ureter
Urethra
Bladder
Example of a Learning Exercise: "Research what medical science has been able to do to replace the human kidney. Write a report about your findings and use illustrations."
Example of a Learning Exercise from the scriptures: "The cleansing glands keep our bodies clean from toxic poisons which could be fatal. Using the scriptures, write a report about how we are spiritually cleansed and support your opinions with specific citations."

The Nervous System - Main Vocabulary Words
Cranial nerves
Cervical nerves
Thoracic nerves
Lumbar nerves
Sacral nerves
Example of a Learning Exercise: "Explain the process of how the brain receives messages from various parts of your body. Make a list of as many facts as you can on this amazing process. Illustrate with drawings."
Example of a Learning Exercise from the scriptures: "In the scriptures, find at least five references to reasoning, and write them down."

The Reproductive System - Main Vocabulary Words
Parenthood
Family life
Morality
This section is reserved for parental discretion. Here is part of the introductory information: "The Reproductive System is the most sacred part of your body. It is this system which God has allowed us to use for helping Him create bodies for His children. This part of your body is to be studied with care, tenderness and reverence, and with a spiritual understanding under the guidance of your parents….You may find it enlightening to study the vocabulary words associated with this section. You will notice that these do not refer to your personal body parts, but instead refer to the proper use of your reproduction system, to fulfill the commandments you have received from your Heavenly Father. Write your thoughts and feelings and keep them in your personal journal."