How Matter Works 3: Molecules & Matter (Full Curriculum for Grades 4-6)
Using the REAL Science Odyssey curriculum as a base, students in this hands-on, interactive class learn what happens when atoms come together to form molecules and matter. May be taken as a stand-alone.
Kim Musolff
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(230)
What's included
18 live meetings
13 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Generally students only have homework if they didn't finish a lab, or if they need to do a quick (usually a page) reading for the next class. Over the 9-week course, there is one project that they will need to work on outside of class: Design Your Own Experiment. This project will be explained and supported in class, but will need to be finished OUTSIDE of class.Assessment
As a teacher I am constantly assessing my students informally to make sure they are understanding the material. Upon the parent's request I can provide a written evaluation for completing the course.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
This hands-on, interactive science class gives students in GRADES 4-6 a foundation in the basics of chemistry. Through experiments, engaging books, and fascinating, interactive science videos, students discover what matter is made of and how it interacts. The class uses the R.E.A.L Science Odyssey curriculum as a base, and also incorporates other projects, activities, and experiments to deepen student understandings. Students in this class design experiments, do research projects, and learn to think like scientists. All while having fun! This class MAY be taken as a stand-alone class, but it is also designed to be part of a full-year 36-week science curriculum for grades 4-6. This class is PART 3 of 4. PART 1: Intro to Chemistry PART 2: The Periodic Table PART 3 (this class): Molecules & Matter PART 4: Reactions ****************************** STRUCTURE OF CLASS ****************************** Each class is 45 minutes in length and consists of a variety of activities, depending on the topic being studied. Learning activities in this class include, experiments, discussions, engaging videos, and the following projects: -Design Your Own Experiment -Candy Chemistry Lab ***************** WINTER 2023 ***************** Below is a breakdown of topics covered each week in class. WEEK 1 (JAN 16): Molecules -Read: Who Was Marie Curie LAB: Insta Worms; Marshmallow Molecules WEEK 2 (JAN 23): Molecules -Read: Who Was Marie Curie -LAB: Water & Oil Don't Mix; The Celery Blues WEEK 3 (JAN 30): Molecules -Read: Who Was Marie Curie -LAB: Capillary Action -Candy Lab WEEK 4 (FEB 6): Matter -Read: Who Was Marie Curie -LAB: A Drop of Water; Presto-Chango Water WEEK 5 (FEB 13): Matter -Read: A Drop of Water -LAB: State of Confusion; Sink or Float? WEEK 6 (FEB 20): Matter -Read: A Drop of Water -LAB: Surface Tension; Density Tower WEEK 7 (FEB 27): Matter -LAB: Smart Ice; The Breakup; Bubbles; Popping Corn WEEK 8 (MAR 6): Matter -LAB: Air Takes up Space; Why do Boats Float? -Project: Design Your Own Experiment WEEK 9 (MAR 13): Matter -Present: DYO Experiments ***************************** CLASS EXPECTATIONS ***************************** Students are expected to come to class prepared and to actively participate in class discussions, journaling, projects, and assignments. They will need a copy of the STUDENT PAGES, which will be their Science Journal for class. Due to copyright laws, I cannot provide copies to students. You must purchase it directly from REAL Science Odyssey. The link is included in the materials section. An eBook is $19, and a printed book is $28. This journal will be what your student will use through ALL FOUR PARTS OF THE SERIES, so you will only need to make one purchase for the entire year. Students are NOT required to do all of the experiments. If your student wishes to participate in the experiments, there are supplies you will need to purchase. Participation is always optional, but highly encouraged, as this is where a lot of learning takes place. I always demonstrate the experiments for any student who cannot or does not wish to participate. Therefore, ALL STUDENTS SHOULD COMPLETE THE JOURNALING, regardless of participation in experiments. ******************************* MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT ******************************* Students who enroll in all 4 parts of this class by Aug 1 will receive a 20% discount. Please message me for a discount code.
Learning Goals
After completion of this class, students will be able to:
-Explain how molecules are made of atoms bonded together
-Discuss the three states of matter
-Explain how density affects matter
-Understand the steps of the scientific process
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Some of the supplies used in this class may need adult supervision, including, but not limited to:
-scissors
-potassium chloride
-borax
-rubbing alcohol
-hydrogen peroxide
Supply List
Upon enrollment you will be given a fully detailed supply list. Most of the materials are items you might find around the house (coffee filter, rubber bands, etc.), but there will be some items you will need to purchase or borrow, including: -balloons -potassium chloride (salt substitute) -science thermometer -borax -hydrogen peroxide -popcorn -Alka-seltzer -yeast -red cabbage -rubbing alcohol All students will need a copy of the REAL Science Odyssey Student Pages, available here for $19 (ebook) or $$28 (print book):https://www.pandiapress.com/product/real-science-odyssey-chemistry-level-one-student-pages/ Students who have been in a previous class from this series WILL NOT need to purchase it again. Students will also need a 3-ring binder to keep their journal pages.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
REAL Science Odyssey
Joined April, 2020
4.9
230reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
I am a certified K-6 teacher with over 20 years experience teaching in public, private, and homeschool environments. I have also homeschooled my own 4 children and founded an independent microschool for grades K-8. For over 2 years I have been teaching online here on Outschool, engaging students from all over the world! Reviews
Live Group Class
$265
for 18 classes2x per week, 9 weeks
45 min
Completed by 17 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
4-10 learners per class
