Arachnology- Observing Tarantulas, True Spiders, and Other Arachnids
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Optional observation work offered with parental approval.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
In this class, we will explore the world of arachnids, from tarantulas to scorpions. We will create hypotheses, discuss those, and then test them. We will foster our love of learning in this exciting class based on the practices of a field scientist. This is an observation style class where we learn about a new specimen and observe it either in its natural habitat or in an enclosure. Students have the opportunity to discuss observations at their level of participation comfort. Non-verbal students or those with learning challenges that make reading and writing difficult or have not yet reached that level of independence will also enjoy my classes through visual stimulation and exciting information presented verbally. Students will have an opportunity to interact regarding the video presentations of the specimens and share their thoughts.
Learning Goals
Students will learn observation skills, critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. Most importantly, they will learn to love learning. Students typically develop a love of science when presented with an exciting approach.
Other Details
Learning Needs
Non-verbal students or those with learning challenges that make reading and writing difficult or have not yet reached that level of independence will also enjoy my classes through visual stimulation and exciting verbal presentation.
Parental Guidance
Students will observe arachnids feeding habits using live prey such as roaches or crickets.
Language of Instruction
English
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have over twenty years of experience teaching young learners. I am also a special needs mom with extensive experience teaching students with autism, learning challenges, and more. I have worked for public schools, private schools, co-ops, and homeschooling communities. I have kept tarantulas and arachnids for nearly ten years.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
1-6 learners per class