Introduction to the Brain

What does the brain look like and what does it actually do? What specific functions do the brain stem, cerebellum and cerebrum control? Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The brain is the most complex object in the known Universe. Almost a fifth of the calories a person takes in are used by the brain. The brain consists of three main areas: the brain stem, the cerebellum and the cerebrum. The brain stem is connected to the spinal cord, a thick bundle of nerves which transmits information throughout the body. A Twig Curriculum Film. Delivering key learning points. Get straight to the facts in just three minutes – directly linked to core learning, Twig's curriculum films will fit neatly into your lesson plans.