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Earth Science for Middle School: Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography & Astronomy
Adrianne Hays, BA, CCLS
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In this 16 week course, we will introduce the topics of earth science including geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy.
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In this 16 week class, we will study major topics in earth science including geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. We will learn about topics including the layers of the earth, weather, ocean layers, and the solar system. I teach in a very interactive style. I like to ask questions and involve students in discussion. Students are never required to answer questions, only as they are comfortable. I use google slides, short video clips and Kahoot review games in each class. I will...
16 lessons//16 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1What's is Earth Science?Introduction to the study of earth science and geological layers of the earthWeek 2Lesson 2Geological TimeLearn about the different eras of time including the Mesozoic era and what fossils teach usWeek 3Lesson 3Rock Cycle and ErosionLearn about how the rock cycle works and how erosion is part of itWeek 4Lesson 4EarthquakesLearn about plate tectonics and earthquakes as well as how a seismograph worksWeek 5Lesson 5VolcanoesLearn the 3 stages of volcanoes: active, dormant and extinct and how volcanoes can form islandsWeek 6Lesson 6Hurricanes and tornadoesLearn about the extreme weather of hurricanes and tornadoesWeek 7Lesson 7Natural DisastersWildfires, avalanches and floodsWeek 8Lesson 8Weather fronts and cloudsLearn what warm and cold fronts are and about the different types of cloudsWeek 9Lesson 9Earth's atmosphere and climateLearn about the layers of the earth's atmosphere and how it affects our climateWeek 10Lesson 10Ocean layers and currentsLearn about the different layers of the oceans and how currents move water all around the EarthWeek 11Lesson 11Tides and Moon phasesLearn how the phases of the moon affect ocean tidesWeek 12Lesson 12Solar System: Sun, Mercury and VenusLearn about the Sun, Mercury and VenusWeek 13Lesson 13Solar System: Earth, Mars and JupiterLearn about Earth, Mars and Jupiter and their moonsWeek 14Lesson 14Solar System: Saturn, Uranus and NeptuneLearn about Saturn (it's 7 rings), Uranus and NeptuneWeek 15Lesson 15Solar System: Dwarf planets, black holes, comets and asteroidsLearn about why Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet, black holes and asteroids, comets and meteorsWeek 16Lesson 16Review and Final presentationsReview material from the semester and students present about a form of extreme weather, natural disaster or planet.
I have been teaching and studying these science topics for the past 8 years both in person and online. I have taught science at our homeschool coop in past. I have been teaching science on outschool for the last 3 years. I am very interested in many science topics including extreme weather, natural disasters and the solar system. I love visiting museums, reading books and studying these topics. I have also been teaching after school science classes to students for the last two years.
Homework Offered
Worksheets and quizzes optional, answers will be posted to the classroom or students can send completed assignments to instructor for grading.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Kahoot games to review, optional quizzes that can be graded by instructorGrades Offered
Grading can be offered to students if parents choose. Students who would like a grade need to turn worksheets and quizzes into instructor weekly.
Week 1 - Layers of the Earth model - PLAY-DOH Week 2-Geological time, handouts Week 3- Rock Cycle project - starburst (4 different colors), rolling pin, scissors, heat source Week 4- Earthquakes: plate tectonics - graham crackers, icing or peanut butter, plate Week 5- Volcano project - cup, vinegar, baking soda, red food coloring, cookie sheet Week 6- Tornado in a jar - jar (with lid), water, glitter, dish soap Week 7- Wildfire project- candle with lid Week 8- Cloud project - blue construction paper and cotton balls, glue Week 9- Earth's atmosphere and climate - handouts provided Week 10- Ocean Currents - 9x11 pan, cold water, blue and red food coloring, boiling water Week 11- Moon Phases - 8 Oreos Week 12- Sun, Mercury and Venus - handouts provided, black construction paper, glue, scissors Week 13- Earth, Mars and Jupiter-handouts provided, black construction paper, glue, scissors Week 14- Saturn, Uranus and Neptune-handouts provided, black construction paper, glue, scissors Week 15- Dwarf planets, black holes, comets, meteors and asteroids-handouts provided, black construction paper, glue, scissors Week 16- Review and Final Presentations
Some of our experiments or projects will require scissors and substances like vinegar. Parental guidance may be needed for students during those activities.
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(760)
Hello! My name is Adrianne Hays. I am currently a homeschooling mom of two kids. We have been homeschooling for 10 years. Before teaching on outschool, I spent 5 years teaching math and science to preschool and elementary school students through...
Group Class
$16
weekly or $256 for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
4-12 learners per class
