Circle of Life: From Plants to Apex Predators!
In this 8-session natural science course, students will learn how photosynthesis, ecosystems, and food chains are connected and the role of apex predators, scavengers, and decomposers.
Miss Elizabeth
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(240)
What's included
8 live meetings
4 in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. We will play a quiz game at the end of every session so learners can check their understanding of the class material.Progress Report
1-2 throughout the classClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
In this 8-session class, learners will explore the intricate connections within nature's circle of life. Learners will find out how autotrophs (plants) use photosynthesis to create their own food, serving as the foundation of the food chain. Plants fuel the food chain by becoming food for herbivores and omnivores, which in turn become food for carnivores. We will discuss the levels of the food chain and how death sustains life. We'll talk about the clean-up crew (scavengers and decomposers) that eats carrion (dead animals) and detritus (organic waste). We'll take a closer look at the fascinating role of fungi, with a special focus on mushrooms, in breaking down organic matter.
Learning Goals
Understand how nature is interconnected.Understand that plants are autotrophs and that they use photosynthesis to feed themselves. Understand what ingredients photosynthesis uses and how it works.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with State-Specific Standards8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Photosynthesis
Find out what photosynthesis is and how plants use it to make their own food. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
How Seeds Grow and Move
Find out about seed parts and how plants move seeds around so new plants can flourish. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Ecosystems
What is an ecosystem? 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Food Chains
What are the levels of a food chain and how are they all connected. 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2022
5.0
240reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Minnesota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
I have thoroughly researched these subjects and have taught them on Outschool in a one-time format.Reviews
Live Group Course
$12
weekly or $96 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
1-5 learners per class
