At Home Science Summer Camp: Our Weird, Wide Solar System
During this summer camp, students will explore our solar system.
Bethany Daley
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(215)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will learn all about our solar system. We will learn the order of the planets and some fun facts about each planet. We will examine the stars, the sun, and black holes. We will take a close look at meteors and shooting stars as well as other space phenomenon. Utilizing images from the Hubble telescope, students will be able to take a guided tour of the solar system. And last, but not least, students will learn about rockets and try their hand at designing their own homemade rocket. In addition, students will further the concepts learned by making a black hole in a jar and models of the planets. Day One- Planets: Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars; The Milky Way Day Two- Planets: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto; Solar System structure Day Three-The Stars and the Sun Day Four- Black Holes, Shooting Stars, Meteors, and other phenomenons Day Four- Hubble telescope solar system “tour” Day Five- Rockets and space
Learning Goals
Students will understand the order of the planets and how they orbit. They will be able to understand different phenomenon that occur in space. Students will develop an understanding of how rockets work.
Other Details
Supply List
Food coloring Glitter Oil Water Glass jar with lid Clay or play dough Paint and/or markers Foam pieces ( encouraged but not required) Tissue paper
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will be using the NASA website for access to Hubble photos.
Joined March, 2020
4.8
215reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! I enjoy teaching literature classes that make learning the greats fun and interesting. I love teaching Shakespeare and creative writing. I also enjoy home-based science classes. I have been in education for years. I began teaching early childhood education in the school system in San Diego. I moved on to teach middle grade children. Most recently, I worked as a Children's Director and oversaw the entire K-5th program. I have also taught in many home school co-ops, where I worked with al age groups. I have a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and a minor in British literature. I believe that kids learn thru all different types of media. It is important to remember that not every child learns the same way. By making education fun and engaging, kids will be excited to learn! When I am not spending time with my own two kiddos hiking or swimming, I am usually playing my cello or walking my Irish wolfhound. He is as big as a small pony!Reviews
Live Group Class
$50
for 6 classes3x per week, 2 weeks
50 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-8 learners per class
