Nutrition Exercise & Substance Abuse Resources

Breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, breathe out. How does this breathing thing work? In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby discuss the respiratory system and how it works! You’ll find out why your body needs to constantly breathe, how your lungs work, and the function of your diaphragm. Learn where air goes when you inhale, how oxygen gets into your blood, and how and why you exhale carbon dioxide. Plus, discover why it’s important to keep your lungs in good working order, and what you should and shouldn’t do to keep them healthy.

Oh, my bleeding heart! In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby discuss the human heart and how it works! First, learn about the size, functions, and parts of the heart. See out how your heart is different from other muscles in your body, and how its two pumps create your heartbeat. Discover how your heart pumps used and fresh blood in a special way to keep you healthy and alive, and how long it takes for blood to circulate once through your entire body.

Blood in your body certainly gets around! In this BrainPOP movie on circulation, Tim and Moby talk about your circulatory system and how blood moves through your body. You’ll learn about blood vessels and the other parts of your body that make up the cardiovascular system. Find out about the two types of circulation your heart uses to move blood through the heart and lungs, plus another type of circulation your arteries and veins use to get oxygen-rich blood to your organs and tissues.