What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - Kindergarten
Beginner Level
In this social club, young learners will have a chance to show something pertinent that they have brought to share, and will be encouraged to ask relevant questions. Each week we will discuss a different animal as we learn about their habitat, nutritional needs, and any special skills or adaptations they might have. Ms. Cher has many live animals that she keeps for presentations and other classes, and she will occasionally share them with her learners in this class, too. Because this class is new, it doesn't have any reviews yet, but you can refer to Cher's "Bug and Insect Club," which has several reviews and has been offered for some time now. Example Schedule of Topics We'll Cover: Week of 9/22: Backyard Birds (Robins, goldfinches, cardinals, hummingbirds ) Week of 9/29: Backyard Bugs (Grasshoppers, ants, spiders, worms) Week of 10/6: Small Mammals (Guinea pigs, hamsters, squirrels, rabbits) Week of 10/13: Exotic Pets (Hedgehogs, ferrets, tarantulas, snakes)
Learning Goals
We will practice proper group etiquette, such as raising your hand, waiting your turn, and respecting time constraints for our contributions.
We will learn how to keep our comments and questions relevant to our discussion in a constructive and nurturing way.
Other Details
Learning Needs
Learns will be sent a picture to color during the class to help keep them busy while others are speaking.
Supply List
Crayons or colored pencils and paper.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi there! My name is Ms Cher, and I can't wait to meet you. I love gardening, wildlife, and just about anything related to nature. I am a certified Master Gardener, a National Wildlife Federation Habitat Steward, and a National Wildlife Federation Monarch Steward. I love to share my excitement about the natural world with classes on subjects like bird watching, nature crafts, herb gardening, Monarch butterflies, and more!
I have years of experience teaching workshops for kids in Girl Scouts and 4-H ... I've even taught babysitting and basic first aid classes for the American Red Cross.
I am a past high school forensics coach for one of the largest high school campuses in Michigan. I have coached many state finalists, as well as a state champion. I have judging credentials at the tournament, District and State Competition levels. Although my main duties were coaching public address competitors, I have coached dozens of interpretive competitors as well. I am a past member of the NFL, or National Forensics League - a nationwide organization that gives high school students the opportunity to polish their speaking skills and compete in regulated National tournaments.
I am also a writer of non-fiction, with well over 1000 published articles for entities such as Yahoo News, Home Depot, Quaker Oats, Curves, and many more.
I believe the best way for young people to learn is through games and hands-on activities, and I try to build those into each class I offer.
I love music in any form and am a proficient flutist. I have given flute lessons to dozens of students over the years and plan to begin giving lessons here on Outschool as well.
Oh - and I'm a Pokemon Go expert - Level 48!
Academically, I hold a BSBA in Marketing, and an AAS in Environmental Science.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$8
weekly1x per week
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-6
3-8 learners per class