Animal Wonders - Sea Mammals Lab
Patricia Valdez Certified Teacher
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(186)
We will learn the wonders of the life and habitats of the sea lion, whales, otters, walruses, and dolphins.
Class experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Beginner Level
Classes begin with a short lecture, and a 3-5 minute video (usually paused where vocabulary is written and explained). Then we move on to a lab and end with a review for that day's lesson. *Please note that I prefer students to have their videos on during class time and keep chatroom conversation to a minimum. Day 1 What is a mammal? Characteristics of sea otters. Reading worksheets or Comparing and contrasting animals using Venn diagrams. Lab Create a Sea Mammal mobile: scissors, glue...
4 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1What is a mammal?Characteristics of sea otters. Reading worksheets or Comparing and contrasting animals using Venn diagrams. Lab Create a Sea Mammal mobile: scissors, glue stick, colors, yarn, a hanger -Lesson 2WhalesTraits and habitats. Compare and contrast animals using Venn diagrams. Different types of whale reading worksheets or videos. Compare and contrast animals using Venn diagrams. Lab: Learn the whale's external and internal anatomyLesson 3DolphinsDolphin traits such as their skin and habitats of the pink dolphin A few YouTube videos will be shown in class. Lab: Let's learn the anatomy of the dolphin using diagrams and Play-doh.Lesson 4Seals and WalrusesSeals and Walruses traits and habitats. Compare and contrast lab results using a Venn diagram. You may need an extra pair of hands for this lab. Also, a towel for any spills that may occur.
Students will learn the parts of several sea mammals and their habitats.
Having been a Biology teacher for thirty-five years has allowed me to teach students about all kinds of animals and their habitats. Every summer, I offer various animal summer camps for kids. I now want to offer this same experience on Outschool for children around the world.
Day 1 Computer paper, printer ink, markers or crayons, scissors, yarn, a hanger (children's would be perfect but not necessary.) Print the animal template. Day 2 Computer paper (gray or blue is nice but not mandatory), pencil, and a notebook. Day 3 Playdoh or Sketch pad, pencil, color pencils Day 4 Bucket or large bowl, ice, gloves, large ziplock bag, a small can of lard
Please note that the terms mammary glands, penis, sperm, and evolution will be mentioned during this class. Please note that I use videos.
OPTIONAL: Ocean Mammals by Elaine Landau is a great resource book that you can check out from the library or purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Ocean-Mammals-True-Books-Animals/dp/0516200410/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=Ocean+Mammals+Elaine+Landau&qid=1598225388&sr=8-10
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(186)
Hello, My name is Patricia Valdez. I love teaching! I am a wife. I have four sons (who were homeschooled all the way thru to high school) and eight grandchildren. I am bilingual. I speak both English and Spanish. I enjoy gardening, upcycling and...
Group Class
$48
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
3-12 learners per class
