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Seeing, Smelling, Sensing

During this project, children learn that humans are a type of animal known as a mammal. They name and count body parts and identify similarities and differences. They learn about the senses, the body parts associated with each sense and their role in keeping us safe.

What children learn in Seeing, Smelling, Sensing

Humans

Body parts

Five senses

Senses and danger

Similarities and differences

Sensory loss

Topics covered

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