Fourth (4th) Grade Science - Ongoing
In this on-going class that is aligned with NGSS standards students will learn 4th grade level science.
Jessica Lewis
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(109)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 4
Each week in this on-going course students will view an interesting interactive presentation. Many classes will include live and recorded demonstrations and optional in class experiments. On weeks that we have experiments, I will perform the experiments on camera or step through a prerecorded video of myself performing the experiment. The students have the option to perform the experiment at home along with me or observe me performing the experiment. If students wish to participate at home, required supplies for each experiment will be provided at least a week in advance in the supply list below for this class. Most if not all optional experiments use simple household items. This on-going class is designed for someone who needs to complete a 4th grade science class as well as someone who is currently enrolled in a 4th grade Science class and wants additional help. Each week will be an independent lesson. The weeks do not build upon each other. This will allow learners to pop in and out of the course as it suits their schedule. However, I am available through the classroom and Outschool messenger anytime the learner may have a question. This class will be fun and interactive we will learn through presentations, experimentation, and games. Learners will NOT be required to login to any website. I do use Nearpod and Kahoot in my lessons. Learners may need to click on a link but no login or accounts will be needed. These sites are used to help make the class even more interactive and fun. Throughout the lesson, the learner’s progress will be measured through interactive games, quizzes, and questions within the Nearpod presentation. Learners will be responding on their own devices. This course meets NGSS standards for 4th grade Science. Topics: A: Tuesday September 7th: Energy & Speed, & Forms of Energy: Potential to Kinetic A: Tuesday September 14th: Energy and Sound (Optional In Class Experiment) A: Tuesday September 21st: Energy and Light (Optional In Class Experiment) A: Tuesday September 28th: Energy and Heat (Optional In Class Experiment) A: Tuesday October 5th: Electrical currents A: Tuesday October 12th: Machines and Laws of Motion A: Tuesday October 19th: Renewable Resources & Nonrenewable Resources A: Tuesday October 26th: Ocean Waves (Optional In Class Experiment) A: Tuesday November 2nd: Sound waves A: Tuesday November 9th: Light Waves and sight A: Tuesday November 16th: Plant Structures A: Tuesday November 23rd: Human/Animal Structures & Brain A: Tuesday November 30th: Animal Responses to the Environment A: Tuesday December 7th: Weathering & Erosion A: Tuesday December 14th: Fossils Tuesday December 21st: No Class - No Charge Tuesday December 28th: No Class - No Charge A: Tuesday January 4th: Water Cycle (Optional In Class Experiment) A: Tuesday January 11th: Layers of the Earth and Continental Drift A: Tuesday January 18th: Plate Tectonics, Volcanoes & Earthquakes A: Tuesday January 25th: Topography A: Tuesday February 1st: States of Matter (Optional In Class Experiment) A: Tuesday February 8th: Physical & Chemical Properties and Changes
Learning Goals
Learners will acquire the knowledge required to meet the NGSS standards in a 4th Grade Science class. Learners will gain an understanding of the key concepts that are scheduled above.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental assistance maybe needed during experimentation time. Parents are asked to review the experiment for each week to determine if their learner will require additional assistance.
Supply List
Supplies needed for experiments will be provided at-least a week in advance. All experiments are optional and most will use simple household items. A: Tues. September 14th: Metal spoon String or yarn: about a long as you are tall Wooden ruler or thick plastic ruler A: September 21st: Coin Tape Mason jar or similar Water A: September 28th: Metal spoon Plastic spoon Wooden popsicle stick Butter Something to stick onto the butter on each spoon or stick (piece of cereal, tiny piece of candy, tiny bead, etc) Bowl Water (we will heat it up in the microwave in class) October 26th: Ocean Waves clear 20 ounce soda bottle (cleaned and label removed) water blue food color oil (baby oil (works best), or cooking oil) January 4th Water Cycle 1 small jar or clear cup Shaving foam Blue food color Water Dropper or pipette February 1st: States of Matter Gallon Ziplock bag Pint Ziplock Bag (sandwich bag will work) 4 Cups of Ice Towel, Oven Mit, or Winter Gloves (to protect hands from the coldness) 1 Tablespoon of Sugar 1/2 Cup Half and Half 1/4 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract (or any other flavor extract you would like to try) 1/2 Cup Salt Spoon For Chocolate add the following to all the other ingredients: 2 teaspoons cocoa powder + 1/2 teaspoon sugar (note: you will still need the 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2020
4.8
109reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Longwood College
Hi, I am very happy to have the opportunity to help your child learn and realize their full potential in Science. My classes are fun and exciting. Your Learners will learn all about Science while completing cool and fascinating experiments. In each class students will get the opportunity to perform fun but educational labs. They will learn how and why everything works. I'm a Chemist. I obtained a BS in Chemistry and Secondary Education with a minor in Computer Science from Longwood University. I have taught in the public school system teaching Chemistry and Mathematics on the High School level. In addition, I have taught Science classes on the Middle School level. I also teach ESL courses online. I also love crafting and cooking. I began learning to sew, knit, bake and cook at about 8 years old at home and in the 4-H club. Since College I have also fell in love with real estate, and have become a real estate investor. It's like real life monopoly. Real estate investing is fun and challenging all in one.
Currently I am a Chemist for the Department of Transportation. What I do enjoy most about my job with the DOT is when I get the opportunity to work with STEM students throughout the year. They visit and I get to show them all the cool stuff I do at work. I have always had a love for science and teaching. I would always find a way to do experiments and teach my dolls as a kid. I love teaching so much and can't wait to possibly inspire more future Scientist.Reviews
Live Group Class
$11
weekly1x per week
30 min
Completed by 63 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
1-10 learners per class
