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Build Continents and Landforms With Clay-Travel the World Geography!

In this hands-on geography self-paced class, we will build the 7 continents using playdoh (Play-Doh), while learning about the physical geography of the land, including the major rivers, mountain ranges, and climate zones of the world 🌎 !
Amy Fontanarosa
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What's included

7 pre-recorded lessons
7 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Assessment
The play-doh project of the continent is the assessment.

Class Experience

US Grade
Beginner - Intermediate Level
*This is a self-paced schedule class.  This means there are NO LIVE MEETINGS.  I also offer this as an ongoing class if you are interested!

Do you love geography? Do you love play-dough? Then let's have fun creating while learning about the world around us!  In this flexible schedule class, learners will be introduced to the 7 continents while building with Play-Doh and using Nearpod. Students will learn interesting facts about the world as they build.  Students will construct many different geographical features, such as: major rivers, mountain ranges, and climate zones.   Learners will need at least four cans of play-dough.  Students may use more colors for a more detailed model (5-7 cans of Play-Dough or clay).  I will provide videos with step-by-step directions as we build our continents together.  Continent maps will be provided, along with the videos.  Students may print it out  to use as a reference or mat to work on. I will talk and ask questions about the landforms while creating them. Students can post their answers to the questions in the classroom. No previous knowledge needed!  Join anytime you want!  

Each class will include a range of teaching methods and activities that are designed to engage the learners in both a hands-on and minds-on way. Classes will include Q&A, slideshow, fun facts, hands-on activities, worksheets, videos, and much more.  Learners will be encouraged to observe, explore, question and share what they learn. A variety of methods are used to support learners and cater for different learning styles and needs.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the physical geography of each continent.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
7 Lessons
over 7 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Africa
 Students will build and learn about the physical geography of Africa. 
Lesson 2:
South America
 Students will build and learn about the physical geography of South America. 
Lesson 3:
North America
 Students will build and learn about the physical geography of North America. 
Lesson 4:
Australia
 Students will build and learn about the physical geography of Australia. 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Play-Doh may contain wheat, which could cause an allergic reaction if ingested in those sensitive to wheat gluten or with Celiac disease. Other forms of dough may be used! Nearpod will be used to share the fun facts and videos of me building the different parts of the continents. You do not need an account to log in. I will provide the link each week.
Supply List
At least 4 (or more) small cans of play dough
Template will be provided each week.  Students may print it out to use as a reference or mat to work on.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
  • Nearpod
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Bachelor's Degree in Education from Youngstown State University
Hello!  Welcome to Outschool!  My name is Teacher Amy.  I teach about science and nature, math, arts and crafts, pets, plants, and more.  I am a certified teacher with a Bachelors Degree in Life Science Education.  I am a biology teacher, and I have been a teacher online for 4 years. I have been a science fair coach and judge for middle school students. I love to teach and I love making learning fun for my students! I especially enjoy teaching topics that students have expressed an interest in.  I try to incorporate real world connections across different content areas to help relate to my students.  My goal in my classes is to have my students play an active role in their learning.  I have a wonderful family and farm!  We have a 12 year old son, a cat, a rabbit, a European starling, fish, snails, 9 chickens, 3 small piggies, and many whitetail deer!  I love to teach! I enjoy doing crafts, baking, gardening, and taking care of my animals. I also enjoy fun with family and friends. I look forward to seeing you in my classroom!

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