Mindful Astronomy: The Earth-Moon System in Your Hand (Inclusive Astronomy)
Breezy Ocaña Flaquer, PhD
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(28)
In this STEAM inclusive class students will discover how far away is the Moon from the Earth in a hands on way. This class is perfectly suited for all kids, including visually impaired learners. (NOTE: Materials needed for the class)
Class experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 3
*** All my classes are available in Spanish upon request *** Mindful Astronomy is an approach to astronomy that includes as many senses as possible in the process of learning. In this particular Mindful Astronomy class we will create a personalized model of the Earth-Moon System. Because students are creating their own scale model, they are being introduced to mathematical concepts in a hands-on way. The entire class is based on experience and discussions. We will start by discussing about...
Ph. D. in Astrophysics - Astrophysics/Astronomy Communicator/Educator/Adjunct at the San Diego University volunteering on a number of community projects that promote a mindful STEAM curriculum. I also homeschool my three children, and I am personally active internationally offering workshops to both children, adults and teachers.
Learners do need to bring with them a rope that is not stretchable and at least 10 feet long (3 meters long).
In the class we will take the rope around our fist and tide a knot. We will do the same around our thumb, if you believe your learner needs support to tide the knot, please make sure to provide that, so that they can fully participate on this experience.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(28)
I am an adjunct professor at San Diego State University and I teach Astronomy/Astrophysics courses. This is my passion and life long carrier (I hold a PhD in Astrophysics). It is what I know best, but it is also related or relatable to any other...
Group Class
$20
per classMeets once
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-10
1-3 learners per class
