All About Pumpkins-Reading, Writing, Math Science and SO MUCH FUN!
Join me for this thematic unit all about pumpkins! Over the course of 4 classes, students will play games, learn the pumpkin life cycle, practice reading for comprehension, and do hands on science experiments!
Ms. Amanda - Certified Teacher K-12
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(179)
What's included
4 live meetings
1 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - 2
Get ready to learn all about a fall favorite -Pumpkins! In this class we blend reading, writing, math and science together to create a meaningful learning environment that helps students master the content. Here is what you can expect each day! Day One: We'll start with a pumpkin song and a pumpkin book. Students will get to share what they already know about pumpkins and then they'll get to make their own book all about the life cycle of pumpkins. Day Two: Will it float or sink - mini pumpkin experiment Label Parts of a Pumpkin Day Three: Unbelievable Pumpkins - we will learn about the craziest, biggest, oddest shaped and most colorful pumpkins out there. Students will make a pumpkin glyph Day Four: The "big" pumpkin experiment Sorting, counting, organizing the seeds This class does need some parent involvement, especially class four. A pumpkin will need to be precut, just the top off, before class starts.
Other Details
Supply List
Day One: Print pumpkin book provided in classroom 24 hours prior to class starting, crayons or colored pencils, either a paperclip or a staple to put the book together. Day Two: One mini pumpkin, large bowl of water, pumpkin glyph paper printed. The kids usually really enjoy the sink or float activity, so we may recreate the experiment with items in the house. It might be helpful for them to have some waterproof objects nearby! Day Three: Pumpkin label sheet printed, crayons or colored pencils Day Four: One "big" pumpkin (this can be a typical carving pumpkin or some of the more off the wall ones found at places like Trader Joes) The top of the pumpkin needs to be cut off so students can access the inside. They should do this in an area that is easy to learn because it will get messy! I highly recommend doing this experiment on top of a cheap, plastic tablecloth you can throw away. They should also have crayons and a pencil handy for each class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.9
179reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Northern Arizona University
Hello families! I’m Amanda and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to teach your learner! I love everything about education and feel consider being a teacher as part of who I am. It is my passion!
I have a bachelor's degree in elementary and special education, two active teaching licenses in Arizona and reading and ESL endorsements. I've been teaching since 2017 and I'm working towards a master's in child and adolescent development.
My goal as your learner’s teacher is to inspire them to be lifelong learners. Learning is scary and requires a lot of vulnerability to take chances knowing you could make a mistake. I pride myself on helping students feel safe, confident, and secure in themselves. I’ve always seen tremendous growth in students when they are in an environment that allows for them to safely make mistakes and learn from them.
I’m looking forward to meeting your learner and joining them in their educational journey!Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
25 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-7
3-8 learners per class
