First and Second Grade Science- Interactive Learning: Full Curriculum Quarter 1
Learners will explore science through hands-on, interactive activities, games, and experiments!
Kristi Given, M.S.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(121)
What's included
8 live meetings
4 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 2
Join me in this first and second grade science adventure! This is quarter one of the full curricula, however, *students do not need to take these quarters in order*. Every lesson is interactive and includes a hands-on activity or experiment to help students visualize the lesson. Lessons are built with the Next Generation Science Standards in mind. I encourage students to share stories, experiences, and any artifacts that they may have for the weekly topic! Sometimes students ask questions and we will explore to find the answer together. Each week I will post optional worksheets and extra activities in the classroom for students to complete, if they choose. This is helpful for students who enjoy the topics and would like to continue being a scientist throughout the week! I will be available to answer any questions that students post in the classroom within 24 hours. I also encourage students/parents to post pictures of their work or experiments in the classroom. This is a fun way for students to connect as well! The weekly topics are below: Week 1 - Light and sound waves - Let's make music AND shadow puppets! Week 2 - Animal adaptations: Part 1 Eyes - Animal vision Week 3 - Animal adaptations: Part 2 Beaks - Beaks of many kinds Week 4 - Parents and their offspring - Can you find the right baby animal? Week 5 - Plant adaptations - Plant creativity! Week 6 - The earth, the moon, and the sun: Part 1 Focus on the Sun - Let's shape the planets! Week 7 - The earth, the moon, and the sun: Part 2 Focus on the Moon - YUMMMY moon phases Week 8 - Engineering design project and experiment - Bursting bubbles *If you do not see a date or time that works for your schedule, please reach out to me!
Learning Goals
Students will be introduced to first and second grade Next Generation Science Standards through lessons, demonstrations, and activities.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Light and sound waves
Let's make music AND shadow puppets! 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Animal adaptations: Part 1 Eyes
Animal vision 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Animal adaptations: Part 2 Beaks
Beaks of many kinds 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Parents and their offspring
Can you find the right baby animal? 35 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This is the COMPLETE list for this semester. I will post materials and worksheets needed each week prior to class.
household objects that make sound
flashlight
object that makes both light and sound
tooth pick
clothespin
tongs
pilers (or something of similar structure to crush)
seeds or beans
large cooking spoon with holes in it for straining
rubber bands
container of water
an aquatic toy (or any other type of toy- rubber frog, fish)
raisins
yarn, string, or something that can mimic seaweed
a pencil
handful of straws
rubber band
plastic wrap or cellophane paper
scissors
Any or all of the following can be used:
-paper towel roll
-paper plate
-scissors
-glue
-buttons
-contruction paper
-pipe cleaners
-glitter
-paint
-colored pencils, crayons, or markers
-toothpicks
-cotton balls
playdough
spoon
oreos
worksheets provided
measuring spoons
3 jars
water
dish soap
corn syrup
pipe cleaners
Supply List
Supplies and materials will be posted weekly in the classroom.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2021
4.9
121reviews
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.Reviews
Live Group Course
$88
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
35 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
3-7 learners per class
