Chemistry Camp: Project-Based Introduction to the Periodic Table of Elements
Explore the Periodic Table of Elements through this two-week Chemistry camp where we will participate in guided hands-on projects, fun & exciting stories, games, and sharing with classmates.
Alexis Wren, MAT
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(112)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will complete two projects outside of class. In one project, students will make their own periodic table of ordinary objects. This project will take anywhere from 1-3 hours to complete. The other project, an element research project, will take approximately 1-3 hours to complete as well.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Curious or excited about the Periodic Table of Elements? Eager to learn more & share what you know? Then this two-week Chemistry Camp about the Periodic Table of Elements is for you! We will meet three times over two weeks, and during those 6 classes we will work on two main projects: - Make your own Periodic Table of objects - Element research project These projects will be explained in detail in the first class of each week, with examples, and students will present their work at the end of each week. In addition to the projects, we will also learn about the Periodic Table through games and stories, including fun & interesting facts & histories about some elements, an element scavenger hunt, Periodic Table bingo, and more. Students will be highly encouraged to participate and engage with other learners.
Learning Goals
Through this camp, students will learn about the organization and structure of the periodic table, periodic table trends, the structure of atoms, historical facts about elements, and more.
Other Details
Supply List
No specific apps, websites, or services are required, but students may wish to use external resources to work on their projects and will likely need to access books or the internet for the element research project. All projects can be done without purchasing extra supplies.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
5.0
112reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Augusta University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Augusta University
Hello! My name is Alexis and I have been an educator since 2011. My primary interests lie in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) areas, but outside of academics, I am a huge nature lover and runner. Most of my teaching experience is with middle and high school learners in the subjects of Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, and Biology, but I like working with learners of all levels and have interests outside of these courses that I'd love to share on Outschool.
My Professional Experience: I obtained my BS in Chemistry and MAT in Chemistry Education at Augusta University in Augusta, Georgia. During my time in university, I tutored high school and college students in various Chemistry courses. After graduation, I moved to Costa Rica, where I taught high school science and technology classes for three years at an international school, in addition to serving as the Technology Integration Coach and STEM Coordinator. Since 2020, I have worked virtually with over 350 students from ages 6 to 22 in small group and one-on-one classes.
Since I began teaching, I have worked with a number of students from a wide mix of cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. When teaching heavy content, I try to approach concepts from multiple angles to ensure every student eventually reaches an understanding. I am patient with my students because I know that all students are capable of high achievement with the right style of teaching and that the right style of teaching can be different for every learner. I also like having fun, so I try to spice up my content with interesting stories, funny metaphors, and opportunities for students to ponder and explore on their own.
Outside of teaching and learning, I also love to travel, run, and explore the outdoors. I am a huge coffee drinker and love to eat delicious food. My favorite foods are carrot cake and coleslaw, but I am highly picky when it comes to these two dishes, so I don't eat them often. I also enjoy sharing Costa Rica with visitors from all over the world - especially Costa Rica's beautiful forests and animals.Reviews
Live Group Class
$100
for 6 classes3x per week, 2 weeks
50 min
Completed by 107 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
6-10 learners per class
