🔬 Science · Organisms & Life Processes

The Human Skeleton

Describe the structure and four main functions of the human skeleton: support, protection, movement, and production of blood cells in bone marrow

Typical age: 11–13 years

“If your child was asked why we have bones, could they explain that bones do more than just hold us up — describing at least three different things the skeleton does for the body?”

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Cells to Organ Systems
The skeleton is an organ system — understanding this level of organisation gives context
Skeletons & MusclesREQUIRED
KS3 skeleton detail (blood cell production, biomechanics) extends KS2 skeleton and muscles introduction

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Joints, Tendons & LigamentsREQUIRED
Understanding joints, tendons and ligaments requires first knowing skeletal structure and function