Experimenting With Erosion: Weathering

Completed by 2 learners

Ages 6-10

Live One-Time Class

This one-time class is all about weathering! Students will complete several experiments to visualize weathering.

Kristi Given, M.S.

Average rating:

4.9

Number of reviews:

(126 reviews)

Live video meetings

Meets once

3-7 learners per class

35 min

About Learning Overview Teacher Reviews

What's included

1 live meeting

35 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 4

This class is a continuation of my Erosion Explosion classes. Students do not have to take Erosion Explosion prior to taking this class.  This class focuses on weathering.  We will review the definition of erosion while going further into the process by learning about the types of weathering. We will discuss physical and chemical weathering with a short, interactive Power Point where students will see real life examples. Following the discussion, we will dive into hands-on experimenting to visualize the impact of weathering on earth materials. I encourage students to share stories, experiences, or any items related to the topic. However, if students feel more comfortable just listening that is okay too!

Learning Goals

Students will review the definition of erosion. 
Students will understand weathering.

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Parents may need to help younger students set up their experiments.

Supply List

1 tray 
5 cups 
Water - 3-4 cups 
Chalk - 1-2 pieces
Vinegar - 1/2 cup
Alka seltzer tablet 
Colored gravel (like that from a fish tank) - 1/4 cup
5-6 sugar cubes
Sandpaper
Skittles

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Kristi Given, M.S.

Joined January, 2021

4.9

126reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

2 Degrees

Master's Degree in Science from Green Mountain College

Bachelor's Degree in Science from Washington College

Hi! My name is Kristi and I am so happy you ventured over to my science learning lab! 

My goal is for students to have fun, maybe get messy, and gain a love for science! My teaching style is interactive and hands-on as I try to bring science to life. My classes work well for the kinesthetic learner. 
You will find that most of my classes have a hands-on component to complement the learning experience and my presentations are very visual. 

I do my very best to keep prices lower than average as I understand how quickly classes add up for parents. Keeping the prices lower also helps parents as there are material lists for experiments and activities. However, almost every class that I have has a coupon! Please reach out if you need assistance. 

When I am not teaching I love to spend time with my daughter outside, gardening, raising chicks, and learning new skills. My goal is to combine some of my hobbies while teaching. 

I have been teaching environmental science to students in pre-k through 12th grade for over 12 years. I have taught in various settings including outdoors, in classrooms, and online. I currently run my own business developing and delivering science lessons and custom curriculums to students in school settings, early learning centers, scouts, libraries, and more! I received my B.A.s in Environmental Science and Sociology in 2016 and my M.S. in Resilient and Sustainable Communities in 2019.