Lesson Plan | Socioemotional Learning | Human Body: Circulatory System

Objective

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage of the Socioemotional Lesson Plan is to introduce students to the circulatory system, laying the groundwork for understanding its functions and components. Additionally, this stage aims to spark students' interest and curiosity about the topic, prepping them for activities that will develop their socioemotional skills, such as self-awareness and responsible decision-making, by reflecting on their own health and well-being.

Objective Utama

1. Understand what the circulatory system is and identify its main components: heart, veins, arteries, and capillaries.

2. Recognise the function of each component of the circulatory system and its importance for the functioning of the human body.

Introduction

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

Emotional Warmup Activity

Connecting with Your Heart

Guided Relaxation

1. Ask students to sit comfortably in their chairs, straighten their backs, and keep their feet flat on the ground.

2. Encourage them to close their eyes to reduce distractions and enhance focus.

3. Guide them to place one hand on their chest, where the heart is, and the other hand on their tummy.

4. Instruct students to take deep breaths in through their noses, feeling the air fill their tummy and then their chest, and then slowly release it through their mouths.

5. Lead them through several cycles of this deep breathing while you calmly discuss the importance of the heart and breathing for overall well-being.

6. During the meditation, remind them to focus on how the heart works continuously to pump blood and supply oxygen to the body.

7. Conclude the session by inviting students to gently open their eyes and do a light stretch to get ready for the next part of the lesson.

Content Contextualization

The circulatory system is vital for life, much like our ability to recognise and regulate our emotions. Imagine the heart as the emotional core of our bodies, pumping not only blood but also feelings. A healthy heart is key for a healthy body, just as emotional balance is crucial for a fulfilling life. By understanding how to take care of our circulatory system, we also learn to care for our emotions and overall well-being.

Development

Duration: 60 - 75 minutes

Theory Guide

Duration: 20 - 25 minutes

1. ### Main Components of the Circulatory System

2. Heart: The heart is a muscular organ that acts as a pump, responsible for circulating blood throughout the body. It has four chambers: two atria (upper) and two ventricles (lower). The atria receive blood returning to the heart, while the ventricles pump blood out of the heart. The right side of the heart deals with oxygen-poor blood, while the left side handles oxygen-rich blood.

3. Veins: Veins are blood vessels that return blood to the heart. They have valves to prevent the backflow of blood. The pulmonary veins carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart, while systemic veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

4. Arteries: Arteries are blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart to the body. The pulmonary arteries transport deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs, while systemic arteries deliver oxygenated blood from the heart to various tissues. Arteries have thick, elastic walls to withstand the high pressure of blood pumped by the heart.

5. Capillaries: These tiny blood vessels connect arteries to veins. In the capillaries, oxygen, nutrients, and waste are exchanged between the blood and body tissues. They have very thin walls to allow for this diffusion.

6. Systemic and Pulmonary Circulation: Systemic circulation carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the body, while returning deoxygenated blood back to the heart. Pulmonary circulation involves moving deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs and returning oxygenated blood to the heart. This cycle is crucial for maintaining the supply of oxygen and nutrients to all tissues and removing waste.

Activity with Socioemotional Feedback

Duration: 30 - 35 minutes

Blood Circuit

Students will create a physical model of the human circulatory system using simple materials like string, coloured paper, and stickers. This activity aims to reinforce their understanding of the components of the circulatory system and their functions while fostering socioemotional skills such as collaboration and communication.

1. Divide the class into small groups of 4 to 5 students.

2. Distribute the necessary materials to each group: string (to represent veins and arteries), coloured paper (for the heart and lungs), scissors, tape, and stickers.

3. Explain that each group should make a model of the circulatory system, highlighting the heart, veins, arteries, and capillaries.

4. Guide students to use string to connect the components, illustrating the path that blood takes.

5. Encourage discussions about the function of each component as they build their model.

6. Ask each group to present their model to the class, explaining how the circulatory system functions.

Discussion and Group Feedback

After the presentations, use the RULER method to facilitate a group discussion. Begin by recognising students' emotions, asking how they felt working as a team and presenting their model. Understand the feelings by exploring the challenges and successes they faced during the activity.

Next, label the emotions, helping students pinpoint feelings like joy, frustration, pride, or anxiety. Encourage them to express these emotions by discussing how they communicated and resolved any conflicts within the group. Finally, assist them in regulating their emotions by suggesting strategies for managing similar situations in future school activities and their personal lives.

Conclusion

Duration: 15 - 20 minutes

Reflection and Emotional Regulation

After the hands-on activity, promote a written reflection or a class discussion about the challenges faced while constructing the circulatory system model and how students managed their emotions. Ask students to write or share their responses to the following questions: What were the main challenges you faced during the activity? How did you feel while dealing with those challenges? What strategies did you use to manage your emotions during the task? How can these strategies apply to other situations in school or in your personal life?

Encourage students to be open and reflective in their answers, stressing the importance of recognising and regulating emotions.

Objective: The aim of this part is to promote self-assessment and emotional regulation. By reflecting on the challenges and emotions experienced, students can identify effective tactics for handling difficult situations in the future. This activity helps nurture self-awareness and self-control, which are crucial for continuous and effective learning.

Glimpse into the Future

To wrap up the lesson, propose a personal and academic goal-setting activity related to the content of the circulatory system. Ask students to reflect on what they have learned and to set clear objectives to deepen their understanding and apply their learning in daily life. For instance, they might set goals to research more about the workings of the heart or to adopt healthy habits beneficial to their circulatory system.

Penetapan Objective:

1. Study more about the workings of the heart and other components of the circulatory system.

2. Adopt healthy habits like regular exercise and eating a balanced diet.

3. Share what they've learnt with family and friends, explaining the significance of the circulatory system for overall health.

4. Conduct further research on diseases related to the circulatory system and prevention methods. Objective: The purpose of this section is to enhance students' autonomy and the practical application of learning, encouraging them to develop their personal and academic skills. By setting clear goals, students are encouraged to make responsible choices and to apply their acquired knowledge in practical ways, fostering ongoing and meaningful learning.