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Connect the Neurons!


Work gloves decorated as neuronsNeurons transfer information by releasing neurotransmitters across the synapse or space between neurons.

Students model the chemical communication between pre-synaptic and post-synaptic neurons by transferring cotton-ball neurotransmitters between human neurons.

Grade Level: 5-8

Lesson Length: 1 class period

 

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