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Chemistry for Middle School Boot Camp

In this 8-session STE class, students will be introduced to elements, elemental properties, and chemical reactions.# Academic
Mrs. Brandy, B.S. Biology, MPH
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(522)
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Class

What's included

8 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
This is the same class that I have taught many times in an 8-week format. Here are the reviews from class:

My 13 yrs old son really liked this class - material was deep but not overwhelming.  Experiments were very well planned and explained. I would recommend this class. 

Chemistry is so fun with Mrs Brandy!! She does experiments in her class along with theory!! My girl loves her classes and planning to try Biology in the summer and then Honor Chemistry in the fall. 

Mrs. Brandy is the best. My son has taken a lot of her classes and has had a great time in all of them, and this class was no exception. If you haven’t signed up for one of her classes, you are missing out!


We will utilize a mixture short quizzes, guided notes, experimentation, demonstrations, PowerPoint presentations, classroom discussions, definition lists, and Quizlet in this two-week course.

During week one, we will be introduced to the atom and its subatomic particles. Also, the periodic table, valency, and periodic table groups will be addressed. 
During week two, we will learn about mixtures, compounds, and common elements and their properties.
During week three, we will take a quiz on the symbols of common elements. In addition, we will discuss chemical bonds and demonstrate covalent bonding through in-class modeling.
During week four, we will learn about physical and chemical reactions and conduct a fun experiment. We will do experiments with household products to demonstrate chemical changes as they relate to chemical equations. We will also learn about controlling the amount of products in a chemical reaction.  
During week five, we will continue in-depth discussions and experiments about chemical versus physical reactions. In addition, we will learn the law of conservation of mass/energy.
During week six, we will learn about endothermic and exothermic reactions through experimentation
During week seven, we will play a fun Kahoot! game to help review the material through a healthy competition. 
During week eight, we will learn solubility rules and the scientific method through experimentation.

Parental guidance will be needed if your child chooses to participate in the experiment.

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 2 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Meet the Atom, Subatomic Particles, and Periodic Table Trends.
 The basis of chemical reactions 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Mixtures and Compounds
 Elements, their properties, and chemical symbols. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Demonstrate covalent bonding through in-class modeling plus quiz.
 Modeling chemical compounds with a hands-on activity. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Fun experiment on chemical and physical reactions.
 Experiment #1 
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Parental guidance will be needed if your child chooses to participate in the experiment.
Supply List
For week 3, please bring toothpicks and gumdrops.
We will do an experiment during week 4.
If you choose to participate in the experiment please bring the following
to class:

Materials needed for Experiment #1:(Week 4)
A plastic sandwich bag
A tissue (Ex. Kleenex tissue)
Vinegar
Baking soda
Twist tie (Ex. A tie that you find on a loaf of bread)
A pie pan or any container-this is needed to catch the potential leakage of
liquid from bag

We will also do an experiment during (week 5.)
Bring two diapers, water, and a plate(container) if you choose to
participate in this week's experiment.

In (week 6), we will conduct an endothermic and exothermic reaction
experiment. For this experiment, each learner will need hydrogen
peroxide, yeast, thermometer, baking soda, and vinegar if he or she
wants to participate. Also, 2 containers will be needed to hold the
liquids. This experiment is optional. I will explain the experiment fully in
class next week.
If you don't have a thermometer, don't buy one. I am more than sure that
you can gauge the temperature change by touch alone.
In (week 7), please bring a second device so that you can play Kahoot!
In (week 8), we will conduct a solubility experiment and materials are provided in the handout available once class is joined.
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
522reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Xavier University of Louisiana
I’m a native of New Orleans. I am also a joyful homeschool mother of one and a passionate teacher of Biology, Chemistry, and Nutrition. I not only delight in teaching these subjects well but also enjoy creating a fun and stimulating environment in which to learn. Although I teach the hard sciences, I focus on making those academic  classes amusing with engaging activities and by adding my sense of humor to the mix.  

 I enjoy debate, reading, writing well, cooking, and swimming in my spare time. I was a local Scripps-Howard spelling bee champion. I have also won numerous writing awards. I am proud to be on the board of the Catholic Homeschoolers for the Archdiocese of Galveston/Houston.

 I have a degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Xavier University of Louisiana. I have a Master’s degree in Public Health from Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine with a concentration in Nutrition. I have work experience in laboratory research, medical sales, and medical/editing writing. I completed coursework in Gross Anatomy, Histology, Biochemistry, Statistics, Cardiology, Pulmonology, and Pharmacology at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH. I was formerly employed by Johnson & Johnson and GlaxoSmithkline. I tutor high school biology and I have experience with AP Biology and the Biology CLEP (College Level Examination Program) exam.  I like catering to each child’s interests and responding to each question. I am also an ACE Educator. 

 I do have a loyal following of students and I would like to share the Outschool reviews that has been written about my classes. 

Here are a few:

1)This was my daughter's third class with Mrs. Brandy and it certainly won't be her last.  She learned a lot about chemistry, including high school terms, in an easy to understand way and had fun while doing so.  She enjoyed the camaraderie with the other students, the hands on experiments and the Kahoot.  Mrs. Brandy is knowledgeable about her subjects and shares her information in a fun and engaging manner.  We highly recommend Mrs. Brandy's classes.-Chemisty for Middle School

2)Mrs. Brandy is fantastic.  My daughter was excited to join the classes each week, and was excited to tell me things she learned in class.  I will have her take other Mrs. Brandy classes.  I am a university professor, and was able to overhear some of the classes, and was really impressed - Mrs. Brandy is a real, professional teacher - a lot of respect for her teaching method and curriculum.  I admired her creativity of using candy to illustrate the spine.  Thank you Mrs. Brandy! - Biology for Middle School 

3)You know it's a good class when your kid comes out of it feeling like an area that they previously thought was too technical and tricky would actually be a possible career choice! Excellent teaching here in the truest sense of the word. -Histology/Microanatomy

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$76

weekly or $151 for 8 classes
4x per week, 2 weeks
50 min

Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
3-12 learners per class

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