Interactive Science Notebook: Animals | Life Cycles | Life Science
Increase your knowledge of mammals, fish, amphibians, birds, reptiles, and insects in this asynchronous Science Self-Paced Class. This class complements any homeschool, public, or private elementary science curriculum.
Heidi White
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4.9
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What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will have the opportunity to engage in weekly mini-research projects focusing on various animal groups, including mammals, birds, fish, insects, reptiles, and amphibians. These projects will encourage exploration and deepen understanding of each category's unique characteristics and habitats. Additionally, students will have access to interactive online learning games designed to reinforce and enhance their classroom knowledge. These games will provide a fun and engaging way to solidify their understanding of the different animal groups studied throughout the week.Assessment
Optional weekly assessments are provided on Kahoot. Grades will be posted on Fridays.Grading
Learners can receive grades on the optional Kahoot assessment. Grades will be posted on Fridays.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Dive into the world of animals - mammals, fish, amphibians, reptiles, insects, and birds - as we create an awesome interactive notebook each week. This notebook isn't just for show, it'll be your go-to guide for all things critter-related in the future! 🐾🦎🐟🦋🐦 How does this self-paced class this work? This class is a self-paced class, so there are no live meetings. Your learner will have access to 6 pre-recorded lessons, activities, notebook page, and game links. Each video lesson will be recorded as if your learner is in a class. The beauty of a self-paced classes is that learners are able to stop, rewind, and even rewatch the lesson. How will learners apply what they learn? During the recording, learners will complete a visual for their interactive notebook. After class, learners will be be given an assignment to research an animal to learn more. Learners will document their findings in an interactive notebook page. Learners will also be directed to Kahoot for fun educational activities to apply what they learned. Learners will receive feedback based off their work completed on their animal research project and Kahoot activities. An account is not required for Kahoot. What is an interactive notebook? An interactive notebook is a learner made notebook that visualizes science skills! After class, the interactive becomes a resource that supports any science curriculum. How will learners interact with other learners? A weekly challenge or game will be posted related to the skill being taught. Learners will be encouraged to share their findings and pictures. Learners will be encouraged to create their own challenges for their peers. What will be taught? Week 1: Introduction & Mammals Week 2: Fish Week 3: Birds Week 4: Amphibians Week 5: Reptiles Week 6: Insects What is required? Provided weekly pdf Blank notebook (composition works best) Glue Access to a printer Something to write with Optional materials: Colorful Pencils Stickers Colored pens, markers, or pencils This is an inclusive class, so learners of all abilities are welcome to attend. Please contact me with any accommodations necessary.
Learning Goals
Learners will understand the scientific characteristics that differentiate mammals, fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and insects.Learners will be able to identify and explain the similarities and differences among mammals, fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and insects.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction & Mammals
Learners will be introduced to the characteristics of living things. Learners will learn about the characteristics of mammals. 22 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Fish
Learners will learn about the characteristics of fish. 13 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Birds
Learners will learn about the characteristics of birds. 8 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Amphibians
Learners will learn about the characteristics of amphibians. 9 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parent guidance is required due to the use of scissors, Kahoot, and Nearpod. A Kahoot or Nearpod account is not required for this class.
Supply List
Blank notebook (composition notebooks work best) Glue Access to a printer Something to write with Optional materials: Colorful Pencils Stickers Colored pens, markers, or pencils
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Edinboro University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Slippery Rock University
I am a certified teacher in the state of Virginia with over 17 years of teaching experience. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$8
weekly or $48 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 32 learners
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Ages: 6-11
