What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. Homework is optional and will be uploaded to the classroom.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 3
This course has a new time slot and the first day of class will be starting FEB 2nd! In this dynamic ongoing course designed for 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade, students; learners can join at any time and dive into a new topic every week, fostering a love for history, geography, and mapping skills while gaining knowledge about diverse civilizations and cultures. Throughout this course, students will develop a broad understanding of our planet by exploring it with the help of tools like Google Earth. Each week, they will embark on an exciting adventure, delving into the history of different continents, oceans, and even discovering their own location using maps. Students will engage in interactive activities to develop essential mapping skills and learn how to navigate their way around. As they explore each topic, students will be captivated by engaging storytelling sessions where the teacher will share screens to bring history to life. These sessions will not only enhance their core vocabulary skills but also provide a deeper understanding of the fascinating historical concepts. To reinforce their learning, students will be provided with age-appropriate worksheets that promote critical thinking and deeper comprehension. With a new topic introduced every week, students will have the flexibility to join the course at any time and seamlessly integrate into the ongoing learning journey. They can expect a diverse range of engaging topics such as mapping skills, exploring North America, delving into the United States, and discovering Mexico and Canada. As the course progresses, young learners will embark on an exploration of the history of America. They will learn about the courageous voyages of Christopher Columbus, the journey to Independence, and the significance of influential figures like George Washington. Additionally, they will discover the awe-inspiring stories behind the Mount Rushmore Presidents, uncovering the unique qualities that defined each of these great U.S. leaders. Future topics will continue to spark curiosity and expand young minds as they explore different continents, delve into ancient civilizations, learn about cultural diversity, and uncover the remarkable events that shaped our world. From exploring South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia to discovering the unique landscapes of Australia and Antarctica, students will embark on an educational adventure like no other. Join us on this captivating journey of discovery, where each week brings new knowledge, exciting exploration, and endless possibilities!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The teacher will share screen. There is no account needed for this class. We may use Nearpod, Google drive, Google Sides, Baamboozle, and Kahoot.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Seven Continents Song, 2018 , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6DSMZ8b3LE
The Alaskan Town Full of Bald Eagles, 2018, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mc-i242rmfU
Virtual Field Trip to the Statue of Liberty, 2016, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEqGmv8cN7w
E. D. Hirsch, Jr.,( 2002) Let's Explore Our World, Core Knowledge Foundation.
Virtual Field Trip to the Amazon Rain Forest, 2015, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEsV5rqbVNQ
The History of Mount Rushmore for Kids, 2014, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fApIefqUvSo
Ronald A. Reis, (2013) Christopher Columbus and the Age of Exploration, Chicago Review Press
E. D. Hirsch, Jr.,( 2002) Exploring and Moving to America, Core Knowledge Foundation.
Brandon Marie Miller, (2007) George Washington for Kids, Chicago Review Press,
E. D. Hirsch, Jr.,( 2002) The Mount Rushmore Presidents, Core Knowledge Foundation.
Teacher expertise and credentials
We are a professional group of teachers with a variety of expertise. We help student learn to love learning and to develop a sense of belonging. Our administrators have been educating learners since 1995, and continue to hire quality educators with a passion to teach, and an ability to accommodate diverse learners. Our faculty includes experts in M.A. Special Education, M.A. in Math, B.A in Philosophy, Science, B.A. History, English Language Arts, Writing, English as a Second Language, Master in GuitarMagic the Gathering, Film Analysis, Gaming, Homesteading, Farming, Gardening, Culinary Arts, Foreign Languages, Debate, Novel Studies, Book Clubs, Yoga and more. We offer a variety of courses including; one time classes, on going courses, semester classes, camps, and recorded lessons. We pride ourselves in always providing fun and high interest courses to our learners.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$13
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 82 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
1-8 learners per class