Pokémon Science: Exploring Amphibians
Class experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Amphibians are fascinating creatures - and so are Pokemon! This course is a great introduction to frogs, toads, salamanders, and the mysterious caecilians. We'll study the taxonomy of amphibians, and how they are classified into three Orders. Along the way, we'll compare these creatures to their Pokemon counterparts, and even design some of our own amphibian Pokemon. This is a self-paced course, which means there is no live component. This course contains 2 lessons. Each lesson has a video ...
2 lessons//2 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Salamanders and CaeciliansWe'll start with an introduction to the concept of taxonomy, and explore how amphibians fit in this system. Then, we'll discuss the common characteristics of amphibians. Next, we'll explore salamanders and their Pokémon counterparts, such as Mudkip, Chansey, Quagsire, Salandit, and more! Finally, we'll talk about Caecilians and create a Caecilian Pokemon.Week 2Lesson 2Frogs and ToadsWhat are frogs and toads? What characteristics do they share with salamanders and caecilians? How are they different? Are Bulbasaur, Greninja, and Lickitung amphibians? Why or why not? At the end, we'll also explore some weird frogs and toads that would make excellent Pokemon!
By the end of the class, students should be able to: ♦ Describe the basic concept of taxonomy. ♦ List the characteristics that all amphibians share. ♦ Explain the life cycle of salamanders and newts. ♦ Explain the life cycle of frogs and toads. ♦ Compare/contrast salamanders with frogs/toads. ♦ Name the type/species of amphibian their favorite amphibian Pokemon is based on. ♦ Describe what a caecilian is. ♦ Recall some interesting facts about amphibians.
I am a certified science teacher in the state of Arizona, with more than a decade of experience teaching children. My classes are offered in a lecture format, so your child can participate to his or her comfort level.
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Flex Class
$9
weekly or $18 for 2 weeks2 weeks
Completed by 117 learners
No live video meetings
Ages 6-11
Financial Assistance
Outschool International
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