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Human Nervous System Crossword Puzzle for Kids is a medium crossword puzzle with 18 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.
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Human Nervous System Crossword Puzzle for Kids
Explore the human nervous system with this medium-difficulty crossword designed for kids ages 8-12. Learn key parts like brain, neurons, and reflexes while having fun.
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- 1. Nerves that send commands from the brain to muscles
- 2. Type of cord that runs down your back
- 3. Gap where neurons pass signals to each other
- 4. Name for the main nervous system including brain and spinal cord
- 7. Part of the brain that helps with balance
- 10. Outer layer of the brain responsible for thinking
- 14. Protective covering around some nerve fibers
- 15. Controls the body's actions and thoughts
- 18. Quick automatic response to a stimulus
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- 5. Type of nerves that carry information from the senses
- 6. Bundles that send signals between the brain and body
- 8. Nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord
- 9. Another name for a neuron
- 11. Long part of a neuron that sends signals away
- 12. Part of a neuron that receives messages
- 13. Anything that causes a reaction in the nervous system
- 16. Part of the brainstem controlling breathing and heartbeat
- 17. Special cell that carries messages in the body
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