weekly
or for 6 classes
Create A Rainforest: A STEAM Class for Young Learners
Completed by 47 learners
Ages 5-9
Live Group Course
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(431 reviews)
Live video meetings
1x per week, 6 weeks
1-7 learners per class
25 min
What's included
6 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 3
In this 6 week course, learners are introduced to one of the oldest type of ecosystem: Rainforests. Learners learn why rainforests are important to our planet. They will learn about the four (4) layers that make up a rainforest: emergent layer, canopy, understory, and forest floor. They will also learn about some of the animals and plants that call the rainforest home. Each week, learners will add parts to their rainforest diorama after an interactive class discussion. The class discussion will allow learners to expand and share their knowledge regarding the subject matter. On the last class, learners will be encouraged to present their dioramas to celebrate everyone's achievement and hard work. This class allows learners to harness their skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), and Mindfulness, making it a well rounded class for your learner(s). Please know that there is no hard and fast rule with materials that are required for this class. Learners will provide their own materials for class, and are encouraged to be resourceful and use items that are already available at home. Photo credit: Zdenēk Macháček on Unsplash
Learning Goals
This class allows learners to learn about what a rainforest is, and how it is a valuable ecosystem. This class allows learners to harness their skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), and Mindfulness, making it a well rounded class for your learner(s).Other Details
Supply List
Learners will provide their own crafting materials to make their diorama during this course. For the first class, a shoebox (or any good sized box), brown construction paper (or any brown paper), and glue will be necessary. For the following weeks, materials may include, but are not limited to:
1. crafting materials, like construction paper, pipe cleaners, felt, pom poms - any crafting materials already available in your home
will work. Be creative!
2. natural materials, like twigs, leaves, pine cones, rocks,
3. LEGOs
4. animal and nature toys
5. glue
6. scissors
Use your creativity and resourcefulness to create a rainforest diorama that is unique and wonderful - just as you are unique and wonderful!External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Texas A&M University
I am an experienced conservation educator. I have a certification on being a compassionate educator from Jane Goodall's Roots and Shoot Program, and Project WILD certified as well.Reviews
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