Nerves Send Messages
Age 5 · Science
When your skin touches something, tiny nerves send a message. The message goes to your brain so you can feel it.
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- You touch an ice cube and feel cold.
- You bump your knee and feel pain.
Key takeaways
- Nerves carry messages from your skin.
- Your brain helps you feel touch and pain.
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