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Earth Shattering Events: Natural Disasters and Extreme Weather! (5-9 Year Olds)
Adrianne Hays, BA, CCLS
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In this 6 week science course, we will explore extreme weather and natural disasters including earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, volcanoes, avalanches and tornadoes. #academic
Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
In this 6 week course, we will learn about these natural disasters and forces of nature. We will learn about earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, volcanoes, avalanches, tornadoes, wildfires, floods and more. We will discuss the science behind these events and the way that humans, animals and other parts of nature are affected by them. I will use powerpoint, videos, books, and discussion to present the material. Students will be assigned to do additional research on their favorite type of...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1EarthquakesWe will learn about tectonic plates and how most earthquakes happen near fault lines. Students will also make their own seismograph in class.Week 2Lesson 2VolcanoesWe will learn about the different stages of volcanoes, the worlds most active volcano and the difference between magma and lava. Students will also make our own volcano.Week 3Lesson 3Hurricanes and TsunamisWe will learn about what type of weather conditions produce hurricanes as well as how tsunamis are related to earthquakes and tsunamis. Students will build their best "hurricane proof" structures in class.Week 4Lesson 4Tornadoes and AvalanchesWe will learn where and why most tornadoes happen. We will discuss how professionals help to prevent or minimize avalanches. Students will build their own tornado in a jar.Week 5Lesson 5Wildfires and FloodsWe will discuss the biggest causes of wildfires and the types of floods that are the most dangerous. Students will do an experiment to show the needs of wildfires.Week 6Lesson 6Review and PresentationsWe will review the material from class and students will present their favorite natural disaster or extreme weather.
- Students will learn have basic knowledge of natural disasters including earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanoes, avalanches, wildfires, floods and tornadoes.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Students will research their favorite natural disaster or extreme weather event to present to the class.
Students should have handouts printed and writing utensil each week. Week 1 - Make a Seismograph: Cereal box or rectangle amazon box, string, paper cup, scissors, tape, coins or small rocks, marker or pen, white paper Week 2 - Make a volcano: baking soda, vinegar, jar or cup, cookie sheet Week 3 - Build a structure to stand up to a hurricane: Index cards, 3 straws, tape Week 4 - Jar with a lid, Water, Dishsoap, Vinegar, Glitter (color of your choice) Week 5 - weekly supplies Week 6 - Bring your finished presentation handout and be ready to review!
Joined November, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
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...
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Group Class
$16
weekly or $95 for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 116 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
3-9 learners per class
