Brain Basics micro-lesson

Brianne Elfo

Life Skills

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Learning time

Kids learn by watching short, engaging video lessons.

Did you know the you’re owner of the fastest and most powerful computer in the world? No, I'm not talking about the device you're using right now. I'm talking about your brain. Whether you realize it or not, it controls everything that you will ever do. So, let's take a moment to celebrate this amazing organ by learning a little bit more about how it works. Quick, what's 3 + 3? To answer that question, you need to use the largest part of your brain, the cerebrum. Cerebrum has many different jobs from thinking and learning to feeling emotions, moving your body, and storing memories. Now, try standing on one foot. Believe it or not, you wouldn't be able to do that without the small part at the back of your brain called the cerebellum. The cerebellum is responsible for balance and coordination so without it, you wouldn't be able to stand up straight or move around. Think about what your body can do automatically like breathing, blinking, and digesting food. These things are all possible thanks to your brainstem. This part of the brain connects to the spinal cord and is in charge of sending messages to other parts of the body. Those are just some of the amazing things that your brain is capable of. Wow, you just grew your brain by learning about your brain.

Answer time

Kids earn more screen time by answering fun educational questions.

Here are some example of questions about this video that kids may be asked in the 1Question app to earn screen time.

Which is NOT something that your brain stem is responsible for?

1) Balance

2) Blinking

3) Breathing

4) Digesting Food
What is the small part at the back of your brain called?

1) Cerebellum

2) Brain Stem

3) Right brain

4) Cerebrum
Which part of the brain helps with balance and coordination?

1) Cerebellum

2) Brain Stem

3) Left brain

4) Cerebrum
What is the largest part of the brain called?

1) Cerebrum

2) Cerebellum

3) Brain Stem

4) Left brain
You are learning your multiplication facts in math class. Which part of your brain are you using?

1) Cerebrum

2) Left brain

3) Cerebellum

4) Brain Stem
Your friend is teaching you a new dance movement. What part of the brain are you using?

1) Cerebellum

2) Right brain

3) Brain Stem

4) Cerebrum