1. The Skeletal System Part 2: joints, ligaments, cartilage and tendons

2. What is a joint? A joint is a place where 2 bones meet Joints allow bones to move Think about where your knee bends

3. What is a joint? Immovable joint This is a joint where bones will move together Think about you skull Different pieces that move together

4. What is a joint? Movable joint Joints that can move in different ways

5. What is a joint? Pivot joint One bone rotates around another Think about your lower arm

6. What is a joint? Hinge joint Can move forwards and/or backwards Can bend Think about you knee and elbow and where they bend

7. What is a joint? Ball and socket joint Can move one bone in a circle motion Usually a large range of motion Think about how you can move your shoulder around in a large circle

8. What is a joint? Gliding joint This is where one bone can slide over another bone There are bones in your hands, ankles and feet that can do this

9. What is a ligament? Bones must be held together at each joint Ligaments help the bones stay together at joints Ligaments are like ropes that hold bones in place Ligaments connect bone-to-bone Ligaments help keep bones in place

10. What is cartilage? Cartilage is found at the end of bones and covers the ends Cartilage is smooth It reduces friction between your bones It is like a soft cushion between your bones

11. What are tendons? Muscles move bones at each joint Tendons are like ropes that help your muscles move the bone Tendons connect muscle to bone Tendons are important for your body to move