Parts of the Body (Free Spanish Lessons for Kids)
Learning about the human body parts in Spanish is important for kids. Knowing it enables them to communicate easily and efficiently about their bodies.
This guide will help you to develop a fun and effective Spanish lesson about body parts for your children. It includes
- interactive activities to teach about basic body parts in Spanish
- keywords related to this topic
- resources to support your lesson
- all you need to know about basic body parts
- how to describe the human body parts in Spanish
Let’s begin!
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Basic Body Parts in Spanish
The human body is amazing! When children learn how to label specific body parts in Spanish, they can have more meaningful conversations about their bodies.
The body is divided into three major sections:
- head – la cabeza
- trunk or torso – el tronco, el torso
- extremities – las extremidades
Head (La cabeza)
La cabeza (the head) consists of el craneo (skull) and la cara (face).
In the head are the sense organs: eyes, nose, skin, tongue, and ears (Spanish vocabulary is in the table below).
Inside the skull is el cerebro (brain), el cerebelo (cerebellum) and el bulbo raquideo (medulla oblongata) which control your movements, biological needs, and emotions.
Parts of the Head in Spanish
| English | Spanish |
| ears | las orejas |
| eyes | los ojos |
| face | la cara |
| forehead | la frente |
| hair | el pelo, el cabello |
| lips | los labios |
| mouth | la boca |
| neck | el cuello |
| nose | la nariz |
| teeth | los dientes |
| tongue | la lengua |
Torso
El tronco o el torso (trunk or torso) is one the major parts of the human body. It’s connected to the head by the neck and to the extremities by different joints.
The torso contains el tórax (the thorax), formed by the spine, breastbone, and ribs. La caja torácica (rib cage) protects the heart and lungs.
The torso is also home to the stomach and intestines, glands, kidneys, bladder and the reproductive system.
Parts of the Torso in Spanish
| English | Spanish |
| back | la espalda |
| belly | el vientre |
| breastbone | el esternon |
| chest | el pecho |
| ribs | las costillas |
| shoulders | los hombros |
| spine | la columna vertebral |
| waist | la cintura |
Extremities or Limbs (Las extremidades o miembros)
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Las extremidades (extremities) are the external organs that form our body. They are also known as miembros (limbs). Their most important function is to let us move, and manipulate objects around us.
The extremities are divided into two groups:
- upper limbs – los miembros superiores
- lower limbs – los miembros inferiores
The Extremities in Spanish
| English | Spanish |
| ankle | el tobillo |
| arms | los brazos |
| elbow | el codo |
| forearm | el antebrazo |
| feet | los pies |
| fingers | los dedos |
| hands | las manos |
| knees | las rodillas |
| legs | las piernas |
| wrist | la muñeca |
Fingers
Check out the following list of this Spanish vocabulary to learn the names of the fingers:
| English | Spanish |
| index finger | el dedo índice |
| little finger, pinky | el dedo meñique |
| middle finger | el dedo medio |
| ring finger | el dedo anular |
| thumb | el pulgar |
The toes are called los dedos de los pies in Spanish.
Naming Internal Body Parts in Spanish
Los órganos (organs) are a group of cells that have a similar structure and work together as a unit—with specific forms and functions inside a living being.
Most organs are grouped together in sistémas de órganos (organ systems). These systems are in charge of performing specific tasks to make the body work.
Check out the following vocabulary list to learn how to say the names of nine important organ systems in the human body.
Organ Systems in Spanish
| English | Spanish |
| circulatory system | el sistema circulatorio |
| digestive system | el sistema digestivo |
| endocrine system | el sistema endocrino |
| excretory system | el sistema excretor |
| muscular system | el sistema muscular |
| nervous system | el sistema nervioso |
| reproductive system | el sistema reproductivo |
| respiratory system | el sistema respiratorio |
| skeletal system | el sistema esquelético |
Organs of the Human Body in Spanish
This list teaches you the names of the most important organs in the human body in Spanish.
| English | Spanish |
| bladder | la vejiga |
| brain | el cerebro |
| heart | el corazón |
| kidneys | los riñones |
| large intestine | el intestino grueso |
| liver | el hígado |
| lungs | los pulmones |
| reproductive organs | los órganos reproductivos |
| skin | la piel |
| small intestine | el intestino delgado |
| stomach | el estomago |
All the organ systems in the human body are incredibly interesting and so important to learn that each one needs a whole lesson! Check out our digestive system and respiratory system posts.
Learning Spanish Vocabulary Through Questions
Asking questions is a fundamental part of a child’s development.
Through asking questions, our kids show interest in the world around them. But kids need guidance when learning how to ask questions, especially in Spanish.
To teach your children how to ask questions in Spanish, keep in mind the most common interrogative pronouns:
- what? – ¿qué?
- where? – ¿dónde?
- who? – ¿quiénes?
- when? – ¿cuándo?
- how? – ¿cómo?
- why – ¿por qué?
- which one? – ¿cuál?
Check our Guide to Use Question Words in Spanish for a full explanation on the use of interrogative pronouns and how to use them to teach your kids.
Example Questions and Answers in Spanish
¿Dónde está tu nariz?
¡Aquí!
Where is your nose?
Here!
¿Dónde está tu codo?
¡Aquí!
Where is your elbow?
Here!
¿Dónde están tus ojos?
¡Aquí!
Where are your eyes?
Here!
Use these questions to teach your children to show you the body part you asked them for:
¿Cuál es tu mano derecha?
¡Esta!
Which one is your right hand?
This one!
¿Cuál es tu pie izquierdo?
¡Este!
Which one is your left foot?
This one!
¿Cuál es tu dedo pulgar?
¡Este es!
Which one is your thumb?
This one is!
Teach them the following questions to your kids and teach them how to answer with adjectives in Spanish:
¿Cómo es tu nariz?
Muy pequeña.
How is your nose?
It is really small.
¿De qué color es tu cabello?
negro/rubio/café
What color is your hair?
black/blonde/brown
¿De qué color son los ojos de tu mamá?
azules/cafés/verdes
What color are your mom’s eyes?
blue/brown/green
Body Parts Vocabulary: Games and Activities
The internet has catchy and entertaining songs about the human body in Spanish for kids!
- Las partes del cuerpo by Aglae
- Las partes del cuerpo by Doremila
- Aprendiendo las partes del cuerpo en la escuela by Little Angel
Cabeza, hombros, rodillas y pies is another perfect song to sing with your kids for this lesson!
If you’re searching for a similar activity to do with older kids, Cabeza, rodillas… ¡caramelo! is perfect.
Another great activity is the game of Twister to review the body parts in Spanish, as well as colors and directions!
Use creative resources like Learning Anatomy with Monsters!
To teach your kids about other animals, check out
- Ultimate Vocabulary Guide About Cats
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- STEM anatomy activities for kids
Download our specially designed content for this lesson! Our FREE downloadable content package includes:
- Illustrations to review with your children and use as posters for your learning environment
- A word search worksheet to review the parts of the face
- A matching worksheet to review the parts of the torso
- A crossword worksheet to review the limbs
- A fun poster with removable organ systems
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Learning about the body parts in Spanish and English is fundamental for the development and education of our children. Teach them through memorable topics like science experiments or the wonders of the world to make your lessons stick.
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