Science Lesson 1 Identifying the Different Components of Blood.

Today we will be learning about the different components (parts) of blood. 

L.I. To identify the different components of blood.

There will be some writing and drawing involved in this lesson, so get your pens and penciles ready. 

Use the three missing words to fill in the blanks (capillaries, veins and arteries). 

This is how you will never forget:

Now watch this video and notice the different compononets of blood. 

Scientists can look at blood cells under a microscope. If you look at red blood cells under a microscope, they appear yellow, but when lots are joined together, develop the red colour. White blood cells appear colourless, but can be stained using chemicals. Create this table with the three empty boxes and the information underneath. 

Once you have created your table, use the pictures underneath to draw in your blood cells and platelets.