Lesson Plan

Brain Unlocked Lesson Plan

Students will identify and label the major brain regions and describe their basic functions to improve their learning and emotional regulation.

Understanding brain structure and function empowers students to develop strategies for focus, memory, and emotion management, fostering self-awareness and effective learning habits.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Brain Structure Overview

10 minutes

Step 3

Labeling Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Formative Check

3 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Exit Ticket

2 minutes

Lesson Plan

Unlock Your Brain Lesson Plan

Students will identify major brain regions, describe their core functions, and apply simple strategies to optimize brain health and focus.

Understanding brain structure and its link to learning, memory, and emotional control empowers students to adopt healthy habits, boosting focus and resilience. This foundational insight promotes self-awareness and effective study routines.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Brain Structure Overview

8 minutes

Step 3

Labeling Activity

7 minutes

Step 4

Brain-Boost Strategies

6 minutes

Step 5

Formative Check

3 minutes

Step 6

Exit Ticket

1 minute

Slide Deck

Unlock Your Brain

Welcome students! Today we’ll explore the brain’s structure, learn how it helps us learn, and discover simple habits to boost focus. Point out the lesson objective: identify major brain regions and share brain-health tips.

What Is the Brain?

Ask: “What comes to mind when you hear ‘brain’?” Define the brain as our body’s control center for thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Major Brain Regions

Introduce the three key regions. Show the [Brain Model Diagram](#brain-model-diagram).

The Cerebrum

Display a graphic of the cerebrum or point to it on the model. Emphasize its role in memory and reasoning.

The Cerebellum

Show the cerebellum on your diagram. Ask: “What happens when we tumble without it?”

The Brainstem

Point to the brainstem on the model. Highlight the automatic functions it handles.

How the Brain Learns

Explain how neurons form connections to store and retrieve information. Use an analogy: “Like roads linking cities”

Brain Boost Strategy: Hydration

Discuss why water is crucial. Encourage students to share how much water they drink daily.

Strategy: Sleep & Breaks

Highlight the power of sleep and breaks. Invite students to suggest favorite break activities.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Prompt students to complete the exit ticket: name one brain part with its function or one strategy to boost focus. Collect responses.

Lesson Plan

Brain Unlocked Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Brain Structure Overview

Step 3

Labeling Activity

Step 4

Formative Check

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Exit Ticket

Lesson Plan

Unlock Your Brain Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Brain Structure Overview

Step 3

Labeling Activity

Step 4

Brain-Boost Strategies

Step 5

Formative Check

Step 6

Exit Ticket

Slide Deck

Unlock Your Brain

What Is the Brain?

Major Brain Regions

The Cerebrum

The Cerebellum

The Brainstem

How the Brain Learns

Brain Boost Strategy: Hydration

Strategy: Sleep & Breaks

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Reading

Worksheet

Activity

Cool Down

Unlock Your Brain

Amy Hagerman