Dragons and Marshmallows: Science and Book Club Summer Sale
In this 4-week science and book club, students will hop into the story, Zoey and Sassafras: Dragons and Marshmallows. Students will discuss the story, create crafts, start a veterinarian journal, and complete hands-on science projects.
Allyce Zimmer
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(358)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners will read assigned chapters outside of the class. The book is written with a larger font and contains pictures. Students will take different amounts of time to read the assigned chapters. After the third class, students will follow through on the experiment started in class.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 3
I am taking a break from Outschool during the months of March, April, May, and June. Stay tuned for classes in July. :) My son and I enjoy reading the Zoey and Sassafras series. Right away I knew, I needed to start a science and book club. Zoey, with her cat, Sassafras, comes upon a family secret. Zoey and Sassafras can talk to animals. If that is not great enough, Zoey and her mom help magical animals recover from injuries or ailments. Real science is integrated into each of the Zoey and Sassafras books. In this first book, students learn about the scientific method in a magical way. Students will read chapters between each class meeting over the 4-week time span. During each meeting, we will have a lively discussion about the last chapters read. We will have fun imagining what it would be like to talk to animals. Students will learn how to strengthen their reading skills, especially their predicting skills through engaging discussions. Students will make a magical picture. We will also practice the scientific method with hands-on activities. That's not all. We will start a veterinarian journal as we learn about animal diets and classifications. This twirl of literature and science is energizing and captivating. Before the first meeting please read chapters 1-3. Day 1: Introductions Discuss the format of our class Art project: Magical Pictures Throughout the art project, we will discuss chapters 1-3. Mammals vs Reptiles Homework: Read chapters 4-7 Day 2: Hello Discuss chapters 4-8 and the idea of failure Create a Veterinary Journal: Start with snakes and dragons Carnivore, omnivore, and herbivore Homework: Read chapters 8-12 Day 3: Hello Discuss chapters 8-12 Interactive scientific method notes Plan and set-up a marshmallow experiment Homework: Read chapters 13-16 Game Day 4: Hello Discuss chapters 13-16 Share experimental observations Write conclusions together Celebrate the conclusion of the book with games Sign-up for the 2nd book in the series, Monsters and Mold, and receive a $10 refund. https://outschool.com/classes/monsters-and-mold-science-and-book-club-uX9tCBzD?usid=CkPCuZaL&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Book Series Trailer: https://youtu.be/gr7a82qV7RA Description from the book's website: Dragons and Marshmallows (Book One) In the first book of this series, Zoey discovers a glowing photo and learns an amazing secret. Injured magical animals come to their backyard barn for help! When a sick baby dragon appears, it’s up to Zoey and Sassafras to figure out what’s wrong. Will they be able to help little Marshmallow before it’s too late? GUIDED READING LEVEL N Common Sense Media gave it 5 stars and recommended the book to ages 6+. ~Girl solves fun mystery with science, magic, and her cat.
Learning Goals
Learners will learn how to make reading predictions. They will increase their reading comprehension skills through guided discussion. Learners will learn the scientific method. They will interact with their peers. Learners will use their creativity to make an art project. Students will enjoy literature through crafts and activities.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will conduct an experiment with marshmallows. This is a basic experiment with the focus on the scientific method. In each book, the level of science increases
Supply List
Zoey and Sassafrass: Dragons and Marshmallows-electronic or paperback book Art project: yellow highlighter, watercolor paints and a brush, paper Science experiment: marshmallows (any size) Printouts: I will provide printouts the week before each class meeting
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Zoey and Sassafrass: Dragons and Marshmallows-electronic or paperback book
Joined March, 2020
4.8
358reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Training:
Bachelor of Science Degree: Psychology with minors in world religion, philosophy, and sociology
Teaching Certification: Preschool-Grade 9, cross-categorical special education
Master of Education
Lifelong Teaching Certification
Employment:
11 years as a 7th and 8th-grade special education teacher
4 years as an elementary special education teacher
2 years as English as a second language teacher online
Freelance editor and proofreader-on and off for 20 years
My son and I joined Outschool in September of 2019. We also started homeschooling at the same time. I enjoy being a parent and a teacher with Outschool. I receive valuable insight due to my two roles.
Extra:
-I love learning. I love learning about writing, science, literature, arts, history, and many more topics.
-I have done a lot of research, took classes, and in many cases received certification for the following:
social skills, happiness, mindfulness, crisis intervention, mental illness, disabilities, self-esteem for elementary and middle schoolers
-I have lead many clubs and classes in these areas too. I also have extensive knowledge of the impact of stress, mental illness, chronic illness, and environmental circumstances on a person's learning.
-Soccer Player and Coach: eons
-I love working with children. Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly or $45 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 51 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
1-6 learners per class
