PARTS OF THE BRAIN
The hemisphere of the brain that is responsible for math, logic, and problem solving.
This type of mindset helps me grow my brain.
Growth Mindset
How much does the brain weigh?
3 lbs
One of the easiest ways to calm down our emotions?
breathing!
Where can I feel emotions?
My body!
The hemisphere of the brain that is responsible for art, imagination, and emotions.
Right Hemisphere
What are three things that the brain needs to stay healthy?
exercise, water, healthy food, sleep
What is your brain made of?
75% Water
This is the area of the brain that goes offline and shuts down when hijacked by stress.
Prefrontal Cortex (PFC)
Describe what angry feels like.
tight fists
red face
heavy breathing
clenched jaw
tense
The thinking part of the brain that controls voluntary muscle movements.
Cerebrum
The last part of our brain to develop that helps us focus, pay attention, solve problems and learn.
Prefrontal Cortex (PFC)
What does the brain feel like?
Mushroom, tofu, or jello
What's another word for feeling stressed, nervous, or worried?
anxious
Describe what sad feels like.
low energy
drooping face
knot in the stomach / empty
tears in my eyes
lump in my throat
The part of my brain that helps me breathe, digest food, and circulates my blood.
Brain Stem
What is it called when we stretch our brain?
Neuroplasticity
How much electricity can our brain produce?
Enough to light a lightbulb!
My amygdala helps me...
fight, flight, freeze
Describe what happy feels like.
smiling face
warmth
light/floating
calm breathing
The part of my brain that is responsible for movement, balance, coordination.
Cerebellum
What is the greatest time of development when our experiences stick to our brains?
birth to 2 years
What percentage of oxygen and blood in my body does my brain use?
20%
What is the part of the brain that is responsible for memory that can be damaged under stress?
Hippocampus
Describe what anxious feels like.
knot in stomach
cold hands
lump in throat
shakes
heart racing
heavy breathing