Awesome Adaptations: The Human Body!
In this ongoing science class, we will learn about a different body part each week. This fun anatomy and biology class will help learners understand how the human body functions.
Jennifer Hunter
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(166)
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
In this ongoing class, learners will be introduced to a different body part each week. We will begin each class by discussing what learners already know about that body part. We may discuss what it does, where it is on the body, and how it functions. I will then use a slide show presentation to provide a brief lesson on the body part, highlighting how this body part is important in helping people adapt to the world around them. I will always have a few wacky facts to make things interesting too! We will complete each class with a brief true/false quiz about the body part. This class is intended to be fun and conversational. This is an introductory biology class and no prior knowledge is required. Learners of all learning styles are welcome - I recognize that some like to speak up and others prefer to listen and I encourage either. I will not call on learners who do not want to speak in our class. The weekly topics are provided below. I am happy to plan lessons based on learner interest. If your learner has an interest in a particular body part, please let me know and I will work it in to the schedule! Week of September 23: Heart Week of September 30: Blood Week of October 7: Brain Week of October 14: Eyes Week of October 21: Ears Week of October 28: Nose
Learning Goals
Learners of all backgrounds can further their understanding of human biology and anatomy. Learners will be introduced to a variety of scientific terms and concepts.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2021
5.0
166reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Science
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Waterloo
Hello Families!
My name is Jennifer and I taught my first class for Outschool in March, 2021. From that first class to the present, I have been so happy to teach such diverse, curious, imaginative, and AMAZING learners! I look forward to working with all of the learners who enroll in my classes.
When I am not teaching on Outschool, I homeschool my four busy children! In our home, we are crazy about science, nature, animals, Pokemon, Minecraft, playing board games and more! My kids also love connecting with other learners in a variety of Outschool classes. I come to homeschooling from a professional teaching background, and I have classroom experience in all elementary grades. Most of my experience came in middle grade math and science, and I love math and science still! I have a Bachelor of Education degree, with qualifications for both elementary and high school, and teachable subjects in math and science. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, with a psychology minor (with a focus on children’s psychology). The last 15 years of my life have been all about teaching - in the classroom, online, and in our homeschool!
As well as classroom teaching, I have tutored math (grades 5- adult), volunteered as a storyteller with the local library, been a Girl Guides Leader, taught Junior Achievement classes, and worked as a nanny and a babysitter. Our family is involved in a homeschool co-op where I have shared in teaching many homeschooled kids.
One of my favourite discoveries about homeschooling has been how exciting it is for ME to learn new things right along with my children! I love to follow my children’s interests, and so over the years I have learned about harbour seals, baseball history, cardboard engineering, bridges, ancient Egypt, ornithology and so much more! You can expect to see a wide range of interests reflected in my Outschool course offerings. I also love to hear suggestions from learners - so let me know your class ideas! I love to learn! And I love to teach others what I have learned!
When I am not homeschooling or teaching here on Outschool, you can probably find me reading! I also enjoy hiking, playing board games, and baking. I am so grateful to get the chance to work with many wonderful families through Outschool and I can’t wait to meet you and share my love of learning!
Credentials:
Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Education, Junior/Intermediate Division, Science teachable, Brock University
AQ Qualifications - Special Education, Brock University
AQ - Qualifications - Senior Mathematics, University of TorontoReviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 95 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
2-9 learners per class
