Blue - Comparing Respiratory Systems

This lesson incorporates clips from Blue The Film as learning inspiration. Students examine and compare the respiratory systems of humans, sharks and marine turtles. They begin by working as a class to brainstorm what they already know about respiratory systems, and then investigate how human respiratory systems work. They then work in groups to investigate and compare the respiratory systems of a shark and a marine turtle and create an infographic or poster to share the results of their research. Finally students are asked to think about why having an understanding of body systems – such as respiratory systems – helps scientists to care for and protect animals.