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5th Grade Science Q4: Comprehensive (Hands on Activities & Labs) Self-Paced

In this class we will learn about the the Structure of Living Things, Plant & Animal Adaptations and Changes in Environments through engaging lessons and hands on activities! *Q1-4 CAN BE TAKEN IN ANY ORDER
Mrs. Dawn Huffman, Certified Teacher M.S.Ed
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What's included

8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
1 hour per week. Homework will be provided but is optional.
Assessment
Grades and a certificate of completion are given upon request.
Grading
included

Class Experience

US Grade 5
This course will not disappoint your learner!!  We are going to have a blast learning about science!  This course is quarter 4 of 4 quarters that encompass 5th grade science.  Learners can take this course to meet their 5th grade science standards and/or use it as a supplement to their current 5th grade comprehensive science curriculum.  *COURSES CAN BE TAKEN IN ANY ORDER

The lesson will include presentations, videos, handouts, doodle notes, hands-on learning activities and labs/experiments!  The activities will appeal to all learner styles!  It is crucial to foster a love for science in learners so they want to continue developing their science skills for middle school and high school.  Science matters and your learner will begin to enjoy science or grow their love of science with this course!

Unit 1:  Structure of Living Things (Weeks 1-2)
1.  Organs & Body Systems 
2.  Understanding the Human Body & How it Works to Stay Cool

Unit 2:  Plant & Animal Adaptations  (Weeks 3-5)
3. What is Adaptation?
4.  Adaptations of Life on Land and in Water?
5.  Bird Beak Adaptations Lab

Unit 3:  Changes in Environments & Engineering Process (Weeks 6-8)
6. Environmental Changes and Their Effects on Organisms
7.  Opposable Thumbs Lab Activity
8.  Egg Drop Challenge - Engineering Process




Please feel free to reach out with any questions you might have or schedule requests.  I look forward to having your learner in class!
Learning Goals
Students will grow their love for science through the 5th grade science standards.
learning goal

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Meeting 1. Organs & Body Systems
 In Meeting 1, we'll dive into the fascinating world of organs and body systems. We'll explore the structure and function of essential organs like the heart, lungs, brain, and more. Get ready for an enlightening journey into the complexities of the human body! 
Lesson 2:
Meeting 2: Understanding the Human Body & How it Works to Stay Cool
 In Meeting 2, we'll learn all about how our amazing bodies stay cool! We'll explore how sweating, blood flow, and special tricks like finding shade help us keep the right temperature. Get ready to uncover the secrets of staying cool, even when it's hot outside! 
Lesson 3:
Meeting 3: What is Adaptation?
 In Meeting 3, we'll dive into the exciting world of adaptations! We'll uncover the amazing ways living things adapt to their surroundings. 
Lesson 4:
Meeting 4: Adaptations of Life on Land and in Water?
 In Meeting 4, we'll explore the fascinating adaptations of life on land and in water. We'll discover how animals and plants have  unique features to thrive in different environments. From webbed feet for swimming to sturdy roots for anchoring on land, we'll uncover the incredible diversity of adaptations that help living things survive and flourish. 

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Parental Guidance
Nearpod will be used on occasion in class to present content. Google Drive will be used to share handouts for class. Youtube will be used to share video recordings of lessons.
Supply List
A supply list will be provided to enrolled learners.
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Joined November, 2017
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
I am a certified teacher and I've been teaching middle school comprehensive science since 2014 and I taught 5th-grade science many years prior to moving to middle school.  I also help design activities that support the 7th & 8th-grade curriculum for all of the science teachers and serve as a math and science instructional coach to K-5 elementary teachers.  I will be incorporating reading and writing in this science course as well.  I have a master's degree in reading and writing, and I am a firm believer in reading and writing in the content area.  

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