What's included
10 live meetings
8 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
includedLetter Grade
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
We will utilize a mixture short quizzes, guided notes, experimentation, demonstrations, PowerPoint presentations, classroom discussions, definition lists, and Quizlet in this eight-week course. During week one, we will learn about the properties of metals and nonmetals in addition to covalent and ionic compounds. During week two, we learn about the nature of covalent compounds and how to name covalent compounds. During week three, we will discuss density and perform density equations. During week four, we will discuss the properties of metals and nonmetals. During week five, we will discuss the property similarities amongst the groups of the periodic table groups. During week six, we will discuss chemical equation, bonding in metals and learn how to name ionic compounds. During week seven, we will do experiments with household products to demonstrate chemical reactions as they relate to chemical equations. We will also learn through experimentation about controlling the amount of products in a chemical reaction. Parental guidance will be needed if your child would like to participate in the experiment. But, I will be conducting the experiment online so it is not necessary. During week eight, we will learn how to balance reactions. During week nine, we will participate in a Kahoot game to review the material live. During week ten, we will examine the life of Marie Curie plus her discoveries , radioactivity, and isotopes.
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Properties of metals and nonmetals, covalent and ionic compounds
During week one, we will learn about the properties of metals and nonmetals in addition to covalent and ionic compounds.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Nature of covalent compounds and naming covalent compounds
During week two, we learn about the nature of covalent compounds and how to name covalent compounds.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Density and density equations
During week three, we will discuss density and perform density equations.
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Properties of metals and nonmetals
During week four, we will discuss the properties of metals and nonmetals.
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental guidance is needed for Nearpod.com and a student may need help in the login process.
Supply List
The experiments are optional. Materials needed for class number 5 : Experiment Number #1: Alka Seltzer- About 3 tablets. Water 3 glasses or 3 clear plastic cups Experiment #2: Vegetable Oil Food Coloring Water 1 Alka Seltzer Tablet A tall clear glass
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Xavier University of Louisiana
I’m a native of New Orleans. I am also a joyful homeschool mother of one and a passionate teacher of Biology, Chemistry, and Nutrition. I not only delight in teaching these subjects well but also enjoy creating a fun and stimulating environment in which to learn. Although I teach the hard sciences, I focus on making those academic classes amusing with engaging activities and by adding my sense of humor to the mix.
I enjoy debate, reading, writing well, cooking, and swimming in my spare time. I was a local Scripps-Howard spelling bee champion. I have also won numerous writing awards. I am proud to be on the board of the Catholic Homeschoolers for the Archdiocese of Galveston/Houston.
I have a degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Xavier University of Louisiana. I have a Master’s degree in Public Health from Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine with a concentration in Nutrition. I have work experience in laboratory research, medical sales, and medical/editing writing. I completed coursework in Gross Anatomy, Histology, Biochemistry, Statistics, Cardiology, Pulmonology, and Pharmacology at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH. I was formerly employed by Johnson & Johnson and GlaxoSmithkline. I tutor high school biology and I have experience with AP Biology and the Biology CLEP (College Level Examination Program) exam. I like catering to each child’s interests and responding to each question. I am also an ACE Educator.
I do have a loyal following of students and I would like to share the Outschool reviews that has been written about my classes.
Here are a few:
1)This was my daughter's third class with Mrs. Brandy and it certainly won't be her last. She learned a lot about chemistry, including high school terms, in an easy to understand way and had fun while doing so. She enjoyed the camaraderie with the other students, the hands on experiments and the Kahoot. Mrs. Brandy is knowledgeable about her subjects and shares her information in a fun and engaging manner. We highly recommend Mrs. Brandy's classes.-Chemisty for Middle School
2)Mrs. Brandy is fantastic. My daughter was excited to join the classes each week, and was excited to tell me things she learned in class. I will have her take other Mrs. Brandy classes. I am a university professor, and was able to overhear some of the classes, and was really impressed - Mrs. Brandy is a real, professional teacher - a lot of respect for her teaching method and curriculum. I admired her creativity of using candy to illustrate the spine. Thank you Mrs. Brandy! - Biology for Middle School
3)You know it's a good class when your kid comes out of it feeling like an area that they previously thought was too technical and tricky would actually be a possible career choice! Excellent teaching here in the truest sense of the word. -Histology/Microanatomy
Reviews
Live Group Course
$109
for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
50 min
Completed by 86 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
4-9 learners per class