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Got Milk? the Science of What Happens When You Eat a Hot Pepper
Corrie Ostrem, M. Ed, B.S. Elem. Ed
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(175)
In this 55 minute class, students will discover the science behind the sensation of spiciness. They will also create a fun project where they design their own hot sauce label. #academic
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Class Overview: Students will learn how to answer the following focus questions: Do we "taste" spicy food? What is the chemical in peppers that makes your mouth burn? What is the Scoville Scale for measuring hotness? How does a hot pepper "trick" your brain? What part of the brain is the "ouch" center? How does your tongue send messages to your brain? Why do some people like spicy peppers? Are spicy peppers good for your health? Do spicy peppers actually "burn off" your taste buds? How do...
Students will learn about how the brain responds to the sensation of spiciness.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Students will be informally assessed during whole group discussion.Grades Offered
Students will need markers, colored pencils, scissors, and other drawing materials to decorate their hot sauce label.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(175)
Hello Learners! My name is Corrie Bowman Ostrem and I have been a full-time, certified teacher for 22 years teaching grades 2-7. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction...
Group Class
$19
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-9 learners per class
