Lesson Plan

• Identify the main arteries and veins that transport blood to and from the heart, lungs, liver and kidneys.
• Explain the direction of blood flow through each vessel and its role in systemic and pulmonary circulation.
• Compare the hepatic portal system with systemic circulation and describe its significance for nutrient transport.
• Label a diagram of the major blood vessels associated with these organs.

• Projector or interactive whiteboard
• Slide deck with vessel diagram
• Handout worksheet containing a blank labeling diagram
• Colored markers or pens
• Anatomical heart model (optional)

Begin with a quick poll: Which vessel do you think carries oxygen‑rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body? Review prior learning about arteries and veins, then outline today’s success criteria: students will be able to name and correctly label the main vessels serving the heart, lungs, liver and kidneys.

1. Do‑now (5') – Students complete a short recall quiz on artery vs. vein definitions displayed on the board.
2. Teacher input (10') – Present a slide deck covering the aorta, vena cava, pulmonary artery & veins, hepatic portal & hepatic veins, and renal artery & vein, emphasizing direction of flow.
3. Guided practice (10') – In pairs, students label a blank diagram on the handout; teacher circulates to provide feedback.
4. Interactive check (5') – Whole‑class “quick revision checklist” where each pair reads an item aloud and the class confirms.
5. Application activity (10') – Small groups create a flow‑chart linking each organ to its incoming and outgoing vessels; groups share one chart with the class.
6. Summary & exit ticket (5') – Students write on a sticky note one vessel they found challenging and one fact they can recall; collect for assessment.

Summarise how the circulatory loop connects the heart, lungs, liver and kidneys, highlighting the unique role of the hepatic portal system. For the exit ticket, students note one vessel they can now name confidently. Assign homework to complete a printable worksheet that reinforces vessel identification.