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Marine Biology: Holiday Edition! Let's Learn About the Christmas Tree Worm

Completed by 34 learners
Ages 5-10
Live One-Time Class
In this one-time class, we explore marine biology and focus on this festive, colorful Annelid. We will learn the physical, behavioral and ecological characteristics of the Christmas Tree Worm and why divers and aquarists love them so much!
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(837 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
3-14 learners per class
35 min

What's included

1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade Kindergarten - 3
What is the function of the beautifully colored spirals on top of The Christmas Tree Worm?

Join us in the virtual classroom to learn all about this festive, fascinating creature! 

Learners will begin class with greetings. When we exchange introductions, each student may share something about their favorite ocean animal. 

Next, we will take a visual journey through tropical oceans and coral reefs as we experience a presentation with incredible photos and videos of different Christmas Tree Worms. Students will learn about the scientific name, class, region, habitat, ecology, size, diet, predators, mating, and other interesting facts. This class will cover ecological facts and research on the animal as well. Students will have the opportunity to participate by reading aloud, answering questions, and sharing ideas throughout the class. 

Students may bring art supplies to class to draw their own Christmas Tree Worm on the provided handouts or their own paper. 

We will end class with a review and students can say, “See you next time!” and wish one another a happy holiday season!

Optional handouts will be provided for visual or kinesthetic learners, or for class extension.

Learning Goals

Students will learn about the physical and behavioral characteristics of the Christmas Tree Worm. They will learn about scientific classification.

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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined August, 2020
4.8
837reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from Capella University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Kent State University
Hello Parents and Learners! 

Thanks for stopping by! My name is Megan Elder, and I am passionate about planning lessons that cater to a variety of learning styles. I love to integrate multiple content areas and activate all five senses! I believe that by incorporating student interests and real life applications into academic lessons, all learners can access the curriculum and build upon their strengths to succeed. 

I am an unschooling and homeschooling mom of three young children and we reside in coastal North Carolina. Before I became a parent, I was a classroom teacher for students with diverse learning styles. Many of my students required supports and accommodations to access the curriculum. I am always in awe of students who persevere despite challenges and I understand the additional burden virtual learning can be for children who learn best in person. I strive to make lessons engaging and inclusive. By incorporating video, sound, GIFs, real life photo and animations, movement and games, students are exposed to content in a new and fun way, and learn without even knowing it!

I enjoy taking my own children’s lead in our learning activities at home and many of my classes are inspired by or include activities I have created to help them learn new skills. We love to find new ways to make learning a part of living by researching, creating our own books, cooking, exploring nature and experimenting! I look forward to bringing our love of learning to your family in the virtual classroom! 

Teaching Experience:
I was a teacher for students with Autism in the Northern Virginia area for about eight years. After having my second child, I became a stay at home mom and occasional substitute teacher. In 2017 I began teaching English as a Second Language online. Most recently, I have planned and taught lessons from PE to Geography for my children’s homeschool co-op. I have really enjoyed fine tuning my teaching skills with a variety of instructional roles over the years.  Inclusion is very important to me and I make it a point to differentiate my lessons to appeal to a variety of unique learning styles. 

Education:
I received my Bachelor's in Special Education from Kent State University with a focus on students with moderate to intensive needs. After having some classroom experience, I earned my Master’s  of Science in Education, with a focus on Concepts of Teaching and Learning K-12, from Capella University. 

I have held both Ohio and Virginia State Teaching Licenses.  My license endorsements include Emotional Disabilities, Autism, Specific Learning Disabilities, and Cognitive Disabilities. I also held an Ohio Substitute Teaching License.  

I earned a TESOL Certification from International Open Academy.  I was also certified to use the Wilson Reading Program. I have received a variety of trainings on integrating technology into the classroom, visual supports, differentiation of instruction, and behavior management while teaching in public school districts and online. I provide tools for students to succeed in every lesson! 

I look forward to seeing your learner in the classroom! 

**CLASS POLICIES**
1. Please review Outschool FAQs and familiarize yourself with the platform prior to class. 
2. One-time courtesy transfer within 24-hours before class time. For additional transfers, or extenuating circumstances, contact support@outschool.com.
3. Class materials are for class use only and not to be shared, copied or edited for use outside the classroom.

**OFFICE HOURS**
I answer messages and complete transfers Monday-Friday. If you need assistance on the weekend with scheduling issues please contact support@outschool.com. 

Thank you!

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