4 Homesteading Science Experiments
In this 4-week course learners will complete hands-on science experiments including: sprouting seeds, chemistry behind bath bombs, fishing for ice and cloud cycle with cloud dough.
Elizabeth McMann
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(513)
What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 3
Join me in these fun hands-on lessons where I will provide step-by-step instructions for completing our science experiments. Each week we will gather supplies, print our official science journals, and practice the scientific method. In each lesson, there are some simplified key terms that will be covered with a hands-on approach. There is a team Kahoot quiz at the end of this course covering all of the key terms covered during our 4 weeks together. No account or personal information is required to play the Kahoot game. Learners can compete for a top spot on the leaderboard by taking the quiz as many times as they'd like. Homework assignments include answering the "question of the week" and sharing pictures of their completed science journals. WEEK ONE: Germination and Sprouting Seeds - We will be observing our sprouting seeds over the course of about one week. Learn about the parts of a seed, the difference between a root and a shoot and even eat some tasty fresh vegetables! WEEK TWO: Fishing For Ice - Let's talk about the states of matter, how salt affects temperature and what can or can't dissolve. Have fun trying to catch as many ice cubes as you can with only a string! WEEK THREE: Clouds and Cloud Dough - Learn about the water cycle, and the three main types of clouds, and make cloud dough! WEEK FOUR: Chemistry Behind Bath Bombs - Have fun learning about neutralization while making bath bombs out of three simple ingredients.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Germination and Sprouting Seeds
We will be observing our sprouting seeds over the course of about one week. Learn about the parts of a seed, the difference between a root and shoot and even eat some tasty fresh vegetables! Lesson 2:
Fishing For Ice
Let's talk about the states of matter, how salt affects temperature and what can or can't dissolve. Have fun trying to catch as many ice cubes as you can with only a string! Lesson 3:
Clouds and Cloud Dough
Learn about the water cycle, three main types of clouds and make cloud dough! Lesson 4:
Chemistry Behind Bath Bombs
Have fun learning about neutralization while making bath bombs out of three simple ingredients. Other Details
Parental Guidance
NO account or personal information is required to play the team Kahoot games.
Supply List
Sprouting Seeds: • At least 2 different types of seeds • Examples: beans, snap peas, micro greens, sprouting seeds such as radish, broccoli, pea, chick pea and so on... • 3 glass jars or glass cups (anything you can see through for observations) • Paper towel Fishing For Ice: • Water • A clear jar or glass • Table salt, 1-2 tsp • Food Coloring (optional) • String • Handful of ice cubes Clouds and Cloud Dough: • 1 Cup Hair conditioner. Any kind, as long as it’s creamy and CHEAP. Don’t use the expensive stuff. Keep in mind that your play dough will smell like the conditioner, so use something that smells great. • 2 Cups Cornstarch AKA Cornflour • A bowl • Something to mix it with - A spoon, popsicle stick or spatula • Food Coloring (optional) Bath Bombs: • 1 cup baking soda • 1⁄4 cup citric acid (Can be found at Wal-Mart, Kroger, Amazon, etc.) • 1/2 teaspoon of water • Mold (Can be ice cube trays, muffin tin or the actual sphere molds, etc.) • A big bowl to mix everything in Fun Options • Tiny surprise toy • Kid-safe essential oil • Coloring (Can use Kool-Aid, mineral powders, soap dye, etc.) • Sprinkles • Bring extra ingredients if you want to make more
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined January, 2020
4.9
513reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Eastern Michigan University
Hello parents and students,
I encourage learning through enthusiastic engagement. I believe children learn best through curiosity or play. Teaching online has been my passion since 2015. I was an online English teacher with VIPKID for over three years and an Outschool teacher for ever since. VIPKID taught me how to engage with students in a virtual setting. They taught me how to use props, singing and demonstrations to increase learning. I encourage student output and participation during class.
I have a bachelors degree in marketing and science. I am an entrepreneur and business owner. I have also been in the beauty industry for over 15 years. I am a homeschooling mother to my twin sons and my two daughters. I am constantly seeking creative ways for my children and students to learn new things.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$7
weekly or $28 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 5-10
