Skeletal System

Our Skeleton

All the bones in the human body together are called the skeletal system. The skeletal system provides strength and rigidity to our body so we don't just flop around like jellyfish. We have 206 bones in our body. Each bone has a function. Some bones offer protection to softer more fragile parts of our body. For example, the skull protects the brain and the rib cage protects our heart and lungs. Other bones, like bones in our legs and arms, help us to move around by providing support for our muscles.


The skeletal system includes more than just bones. It also includes tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. Tendons attach our bones to muscles so we can move around. Ligaments attach bones to other bones.

Source: https://www.ducksters.com/science/bones.php

Final Project Options

  • Present your model to the class. Use it to teach the class about the skeletal system. Don't' forget to explain why we need this system.

  • Make a slideshow to teach your class about the system.

  • Write and perform a rap song about this system.