Have Fun with STEAM!
In this 5 week course, we will learn about a variety of science topics while completing some cool STEAM hands on activities. These activities will connect science, technology, engineering, art, and math in an enjoyable and fun way.
Dawn Sifuentes
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(343)
What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 10 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
In this 5 week class, we will explore an assortment of science topics while completing some cool STEAM projects. We will learn in a variety of ways by watching video clips, viewing slideshows, doing some hands on STEAM activities, and having lots of discussions as we explore a different topic each week. Materials for activities will be posted in the classroom the week before they are needed so that the student will be prepared ahead of time. Here is a breakdown of our weekly lessons: Week 1: The Paper Stack Challenge- Students will review/learn about the STEAM/STEM Design Process and Scientific Method. Students will learn about and discuss engineering skills and physics while constructing 3 different shape columns to stack books on. Students will analyze their results. Week 2: Lava Lamps- Students will review/learn about the STEAM/STEM Design Process and Scientific Method. Students will learn about and discuss density, buoyancy, and polarity while experimenting with oil and water...with a few extra fun ingredients. Students will examine their results. Week 3: Atoms and Molecules- Students will review/learn about the STEAM/STEM Design Process and Scientific Method. Students will learn about and discuss chemistry, elements, and molecules while building edible atoms and molecules of different elements. Students will examine their creations. Week 4: Anatomy of the Human Body- Students will review/learn about the STEAM/STEM Design Process and Scientific Method. Students will learn about and discuss the basic make up of the inside organs of the human body while creating a model of one of the systems of the human body. Students will evaluate their models. Week 5: Chromatography Butterflies- Students will review/learn about the STEAM/STEM Design Process and Scientific Method. Students will learn about and discuss chromatography and separating color mixtures by making beautiful butterflies. Students will analyze their results.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about different topics in science, such as physics, chemistry, elements, anatomy, and chromatography.
Students will learn about the Scientific Method and the STEAM/STEM Design Process.
Students will conduct simple hands on activities, projects, and experiments.
Students will be able to discuss and analyze their findings and results.
Students will be able to have meaningful and scientific conversations with their peers.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Play-doh may contain wheat, which could cause an allergic reaction if ingested in those sensitive to wheat gluten or with Celiac disease.
Also, glue and scissors could be hazardous if not used properly.
Supply List
I will remind students and parents a week before each session, but I will also list here. Week 1- several pieces of paper (preferably construction paper or copy paper), tape, and about 15 books or so Week 2- food coloring, cup or jar, vegetable oil, water, Alka-Seltzer tablets, salt Week 3- different color mini marshmallows, toothpicks, marker or sharpie, glue, index cards, paper plates, M&Ms or Skittles Week 4- paper model of the human body (will be provided the week before) and about 8 to 10 different colors of Play-doh Week 5- 5 different color non permanent markers, 5 white coffee filters, pencil, 5 cups of water, 5 black pipe cleaners, string, and scissors
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.9
343reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Lourdes College
I have been a classroom teacher for 18 years and I have taught third grade for the last 11 years. STEAM/STEM is one of the many themes I have taught more times than I can count. Science is a huge passion of mine.Reviews
Live Group Class
$75
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
50 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-8 learners per class
