Your heart

The heart pumps blood.

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About this lesson

Human body lessons explain how organs work together to keep us healthy and active. In this Science lesson, children flip cards to match each question with its answer.

The lesson has 3 key facts, an interactive activity and a 4-question quiz. Each quiz attempt is scored, and up to three stars can be earned.

When to use this lesson

How to practise at home

  1. Play the activity together: flip cards to match each question with its answer.
  2. Ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words.
  3. Take the quiz and try again until you earn three stars.

Practice questions

Show the 4 practice questions and answers
  1. What does the heart do? Answer: Pumps blood around the body
  2. Where is the heart? Answer: In the chest
  3. How big is your heart? Answer: About the size of your fist
  4. How can you feel your heart? Answer: Feel your pulse

Frequently asked questions

What will my child learn in “Your heart”?

The lesson covers these key facts: What does the heart do? Pumps blood around the body. Where is the heart? In the chest. How big is your heart? About the size of your fist.

Which grade is “Your heart” for?

It is written for Grade 2 pupils studying Science. Related lessons on human body are listed at the bottom of this page.

How can I help my child practise “Your heart” at home?

Play the activity together, so your child can flip cards to match each question with its answer. Then ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words and try the 4-question quiz. The quiz awards up to three stars.

Can this lesson be used in class?

Yes. The activity works well on a whiteboard as a starter, and the quiz is a quick check of understanding at the end of the lesson.

Do I need an account to use this lesson?

No. There is no sign-up. Stars and progress are saved in the browser on the device you use.

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