Brain Hemisphere Hat (made of paper)

NOTE: This is the now world-famous "Brain Hat." This humble little hat has been distributed around the world, and has been translated into several different languages. If you would like to translate it into another language (one you are fluent in) I would love to post some other language options at the bottom of this page Please contact me about it! Purpose of activity: To learn about (or review) the major lobes of the brain by making a paper hat to wear Target age group: ages 8-12, but can be used with younger if they have help (Just as an interesting side note, this hat has even been assembled and worn by college students, and has also been "adopted" by a brain imaging company!) Description of activity: Cut and assemble a paper brain hat Time needeed: This depends on how much coloring you do. Materials you wiil need: Copies of the pattern pages printed onto card stock, scissors, glue, tape, crayons or colored pencils Click here to download patterns for the Brain Hemisphere Hat

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Lesson for "brain hat' activity to learn and identify parts of the brain. Idea could be used for other body systems as well (lung vest, hand glove, ect.). by c.williams Jul 21