Intro to Cells- Pro/Eukaryotic, Plant and Animal Cells Flex Class
In this 4-week Flex class, participants will learn about Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells, phospholipids, organelles, and their functions, as well as compare/contrast plant/animal cells. Hands-on activities will be presented in each class!
Jenny Simonson M.Ed.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(374)
What's included
Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Let's learn all about cells! During this 4 part class you'll learn all about prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, phospholipids, various organelles and their functions in plants and animal cells. This class is for students that want hands on activities. Yes, there will still be some lecture aspects to this class, after all there is a TON of material to be covered. However, participants can expect to be kept engaged while learning the material and every class will have a hands on lab component. Material will be presented through a mix of Google Slides, prerecorded videos by the instructor, video links, handouts and other materials. All hands-on labs will be presented through prerecorded videos from the instructor. Course engagement will be developed with posts directly in the Outschool learner platform through discussion questions, prompts, challenges and pictures. Students will also have the opportunity to explore videos on Nearpod, an interactive student engagement platform. All material will be posted on Mondays and reviewed throughout the week. Week 1- Edible Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell Models. Participants will need a plastic Ziploc bag, spoon, Jell-o cup, Nerds candy and either Skittles or M&M's. Week 2- Phospholipids and begin identifying cell structures and functions. Participants will need water, oil (basic cooking oil), dish soap, Qtips, paper bowl. Optional extra activity supplies would include milk, food color, dish soap and Qtips. Week 3- The Animal Cell. Participants will need 4-6 different colors of Play Doh. Week 4- The Plant Cell. Participants will need 4-6 different colors of Play Doh. Note taking sheets and lab reports will be available in the classroom. Please let me know if this scheduled class time does not work for you. I would be more than happy to schedule the class at another time.
Learning Goals
Students will identify similarities and differences in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
Students will identify the importance of phospholipids in cells.
Students will idendify cell stuctures and functions for plant and animal cells.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
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Supply List
Week 1- Edible Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell Models. Participants will need a plastic Ziploc bag, spoon, Jell-o cup, Nerds candy and either Skittles or M&M's. Week 2- Phospholipids and begin identifying cell structures and functions. Participants will need water, dish soap, Qtips, paper bowl. Optional extra activity supplies would include milk, food color, dish soap and Qtips. Week 3- The Animal Cell. Participants will need 4-6 different colors of Play Doh. Week 4- The Plant Cell. Participants will need 4-6 different colors of Play Doh.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
374reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Maryland Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
I grew up in Wisconsin where I completed my undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education at UW Stout. I've taught for the public school system for 14 years in a variety of positions including classroom teacher, interventionist, ELL teacher and elementary science lab teacher. I hold a Masters Degree in Reading and School Administration from Johns Hopkins. After leaving the public school system I've spent the last several years teaching middle school Science and History at a homeschool tutorial while being a homeschool mom. I enjoy teaching hands on engaging courses that spark the interest of students with the ultimate goal of encouraging them to become life long learners. I welcome student interaction and questions.
In my personal life I LOVE to read, travel and explore new areas, especially the beach! I am a Girl Scout leader and adore every single girl in my troop. As a troop leader I am certified in several outdoors areas- archery, canoe, kayak, camping, etc. I can't wait to share some of my love of the outdoors with families here on Outschool. Reviews
Live Group Class
$5
weekly4 weeks
Completed by 25 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
