Bead Neuron

Students will make bead neurons and use them as models to understand the specialized cellular structure and function of neurons and how neurons communicate with each other.

Grade Level: 5-12

Lesson Length: 1 class period

NEW! Videos showing how to create bead neurons, both the classic style and a sensory neuron or Dorsal Root Ganglion. A sample bead neuron throw-down discussion is the last video. The videos are:

• The Classic Bead Neuron approx. 11 minutes
• The Dorsal Root Ganglion, Part 1 approx. 15 minutes
• The Dorsal Root Ganglion, Part 2 approx. 11 minutes
• Beady Neuron Throw-Down Discussion approx. 10 minutes