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5 Science Experiments in a Jar

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Ages 5-10

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Practice the scientific method as we complete 4 hands-on science experiments that can all fit in a jar! Experiments Include: Dancing Raisins, Snow Storm, Ocean Layers, Water Cycle and Salt Volcano.

Elizabeth McMann

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4 pre-recorded lessons

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4 pre-recorded lessons

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Class Experience

US Grade Kindergarten - 3

Little scientists have the option of getting the weekly supplies and participating in the science activity or may choose to simply observe. Every week will include a science journal to practice the scientific method and fill out during lessons. Journals also include key terms and explanations about the science experiment of the day. Have a competitive side to you? Play our game of Kahoot over and over to fight for your space at the top of the leader board! We will cover many scientific terms in a fun and simplified way.

Science activities include:

WEEK 1 - Dancing Raisins: Learn about density and buoyancy in a fun way as we watch in amazement while our raisins dance up and down in our jars! What else can we get to dance?
WEEK 2 - Snow Storm: Create beautiful balls of white-looking snow inside our jars as we learn about chemical reactions.
WEEK 3 - Ocean Layers: Have fun creating beautiful layers in our jars while learning about the ocean. Bonus video lesson: Water Cycle with shaving cream clouds!
WEEK 4 - Salt Volcano AKA Salt Lava Lamp: Learn about density and buoyancy as we separate layers and add salt for a magical surprise. The final Kahoot quiz covers all of the terms we learned throughout this course.

I will provide step-by-step instructional videos for our activities in order for students to participate along at home. I often include my own children in videos to create more of an age-appropriate classroom-like environment. I want your learner to feel like they are part of a class and will be available for any questions or communications. New videos will be available each Monday for 4 weeks. Each week, students will get a “Scientist Journal,” AKA a printable one-page questionnaire, supplies, and an information worksheet. Students can fill out the questionnaire with their hypotheses and observations.

How does a “Flexible Schedule” course work?

No scheduled live video chats. Video lessons are 10-25 minutes long and can be paused, viewed, re-watched, and studied at your convenience. Great if your learner prefers independent pacing or is uncomfortable with live video chat.

Syllabus

4 Lessons

over 4 Weeks

Lesson 1:

Dancing Raisins

 Learn about density and buoyancy in a fun way as we watch in amazement while our raisins dance up and down in our jars! What else can we get to dance?

Lesson 2:

Snowstorm in a Jar

 Create beautiful balls of white-looking snow inside our jars as we learn about chemical reactions.

Lesson 3:

Ocean Layers & Water Cycle

 Have fun creating beautiful layers in our jars while learning about the density and the ocean. Bonus: video lesson about the water cycle with a STEM shaving cream rain cloud activity.

Lesson 4:

Salt Volcano AKA Salt Lava Lamp

 Learn about density and buoyancy as we separate layers and then add salt for a magical surprise.

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Students may need help purchasing supplies, using a microwave, heating water, using matches/candle, filling in the weekly worksheet as well as completing experiments.

Supply List

Here is a full list of supplies needed for this course. There will also be more detailed lists and ratios in our science journals each week.

DANCING RAISINS
• One Tall Glass Or Jar (1/3 Of The Way Full Of Water)
• Baking Soda
• Vinegar
• A Handful Of Raisins
• A Spoon
• A Towel

SNOWSTORM IN A JAR
• Baby oil (you can use vegetable oil as well but the liquid will be yellow)
• White paint
• Alka-Seltzer tablets
• Clear glass jar (1/4 full of water)
• Spoon
• Glitter (optional)
• Blue food coloring (optional)

OCEAN IN A JAR
Oil
A Clear Jar
Blue Food Coloring
Corn Syrup
Dish Soap
Water
Rubbing Alcohol

SALT VOLCANO
• One Tall Glass or Jar (Full of 1 CUP of water)
• 1⁄4 Cup Vegetable Oil
• Salt (Rock salt works best but table salt will also work)
• Food Coloring
• Towel (Underneath in case of messes)

Language of Instruction

English

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Kahoot

Sources

www.kahoot.com

Meet the teacher

Elizabeth McMann

Joined January, 2020

4.8

521reviews

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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. Over the years, I have learned how to engage with students in a virtual setting. 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.