Aardvarks Aare Aawesome: Meet the Most Evolutionarily Distinct Mammal! (7-12)
Meet the Aardvark, the most evolutionarily distinct living mammal! [animals, wildlife, zoology, mammalogy]
Animalia Mania Zoology with Deniz M. (M.S., M.A.)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(823)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
>>>PLEASE READ BEFORE ENROLLING: The live portion of this class is an hour-long, fast-paced, lecture-based presentation, with limited Q&A breaks as time permits -- you know your learner(s) best, so please consider if the session length and format is a good fit for them<<< This session will introduce students to one of the animal kingdom's most unique members, the Aardvark (Orycteropus afer)! The aardvark is ranked as the most evolutionarily distinct mammal (using the EDGE scientific method), as they are the sole living species of an entire order of otherwise extinct mammals (the Tubulindentata). Included will be an overview of the species' biology, natural history, and current conservation status, as well a look at the Aardvark's place in both African folklore and modern pop culture. This single live session will consist of primarily slides accompanied by lecture...but there will be opportunities to ask questions, and of course the Classroom board will be available for open discussion before and after class as well.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
All my zoology classes are open to discussing animal anatomy, including the reproductive system, and natural behaviors and bodily functions, including predation and mating, using proper scientific terms!
Supply List
Any supplementary lesson materials will be provided for free via the classroom, either as downloadable printables/files or links to online resources (web pages, videos, articles, etc.).
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2019
4.9
823reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from Lindenwood University
Master's Degree in Science from American Public University
I am a naturalist with a focus on zoology, and enjoy sharing my love of the animal kingdom with lifelong learners of all ages through various education and outreach activities both online and off. I especially enjoy connecting children to nature, and keeping their natural scientific sparks lit!
I also have nearly two decades experience as a home education advocate, including homeschooling my own children from preschool through high school. I am a big proponent of flexible learning, individualized education, and supporting fellow neurodiverse learners, so please don't hesitate to reach out to me with requests for accommodations or additional resources. We all learn in our own way and time, but everyone should have the chance to learn about how cool animals are! 🙂Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$13
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 31 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
1-6 learners per class
