$18
weeklyor $216 for 12 classes
Dinosaur Explorers: Journey to the Prehistoric World
New class
Ages 7-11
Live Group Course
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(38 reviews)
Star Educator
Live video meetings
1x per week, 12 weeks
5-10 learners per class
55 min
What's included
12 live meetings
11 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. I will post extra resources in the form of videos or worksheets that correlate with the week's theme. Students can explore these resources at their leisure. Nothing is due for class or will be graded.Assessment
There will be some quizzes in the form of games done in class. There may not be an assessment in each class.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Dinosaur Explorers: Journey to the Prehistoric World Step into the world of dinosaurs in this exciting 12-week interactive class! Young paleontologists will dig deep into prehistoric life through hands-on activities, creative projects, and fascinating discoveries. What Will Be Taught? Students will explore the world of dinobiology, uncovering how dinosaurs lived, evolved, and eventually disappeared. We’ll also examine fossils, dinosaur adaptations, food chains, extinction theories, and even how modern birds are linked to dinosaurs! Topics Covered: -Fossils and how they form -Dinosaur classification (herbivores, carnivores, omnivores) -Adaptations and defenses (horns, armor, speed) -Prehistoric ecosystems and food chains -Theories of dinosaur extinction -Paleontology and real fossil discoveries -Evolution and the link between dinosaurs and birds Class Structure & Teaching Style: Each week, we’ll follow a fun and engaging structure, including: -Interactive slides to introduce key concepts -Hands-on activities like creating fossils or designing a dinosaur -Games and quizzes to reinforce learning -Short video clips to bring dinosaurs to life -Discussion time where students share ideas and ask questions Learner Interaction: This class is highly interactive! Students will get to participate in discussions, games, polls, and creative projects each week. They’ll have plenty of chances to ask questions and engage directly with the teacher and classmates. Join us for a roaring good time as we journey through the prehistoric past and uncover the secrets of the dinosaurs! 🦖🌋
Learning Goals
Understand Dinosaur Biology & Adaptations – Learners will explore how dinosaurs lived, what they ate, and how they adapted to their environments through physical traits like claws, horns, and armor.Discover Fossils & Paleontology – Learners will learn how fossils form, what they can tell us about the past, and how paleontologists use them to study prehistoric life.Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
What is Dinobiology?
Introduction to dinobiology: What is it and why is it important?
Types of scientists who study dinosaurs (paleontologists, geologists, biologists).
Activity: Design a Dino Research Team 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
How Do We Know Dinosaurs Existed?
How fossils are formed and discovered.
The process of excavation and studying fossils.
Activity: Create a fossil imprint. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Meet the Dinosaurs!
Introduction to dinosaur groups: herbivores, carnivores, omnivores.
Key differences between theropods, sauropods, and ceratopsians.
Create a colorful “Dino ID card” for a favorite dinosaur. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Dino Diets & Food Chains
What did different dinosaurs eat?
How scientists determine diets from teeth and fossils.
Activity: Draw a prehistoric food chain and discuss predator-prey relationships. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Class will involve topics such as predator-prey relationships.
Students will have to use scissors and other craft materials in the class.
Supply List
Supplies will be listed at least 3-4 days prior to the class.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Howard University
Bachelor's Degree in Human Development Family Studies from Howard University
I have a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Howard University. After graduation I taught one year in 2nd grade before moving to join the kindergarten team for 5 years. I decided to leave the classroom when my first son was born but my passion for teaching and learning have never dissipated. I now homeschool both of my sons, ages 7 and 10 have taught multiple online classes since 2020. I love teaching and learning all things especially science!Reviews
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