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Paleontology 101: Let's Dig for Dinosaurs!

In this one time course, students will become paleontologist through interactive stories, poems, songs and a dinosaur dig!

Kerry Boles, BSE, MAT

Average rating:

5.0

Number of reviews:

(7)

What's included

1 live meeting

40 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

In this one time class, students will become real paleontologists, complete with a dinosaur dig and a certificate of completion!

Intro: Dinosaur story time with content specific vocabulary. Students will share their knowledge of dinosaurs during this time, make predictions, and learn about many types of dinosaurs. 

Activity: Dinosaur Roar song, and roll a dinosaur exercise

Content: Classifying Dinosaurs

Fun time: Let's dig for dinosaurs. Supplies are listed below for students to make a mini sensory box where they get to dig using a small paintbrush or toothbrush.

A Certificate of completion is included in materials to give to students at the end of class!

Learning Goals

Students will share what they know about dinosaurs while learning new and interesting facts. Students will be engaged through songs, physical movement, and active play.

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Since this class is geared toward pre-k/kindergarten students, some parental supervision may be needed upon request!

Supply List

Small tupperware container (bowl or cookie sheet or even plate will work fine)
Brown kinetic sand (just enough to cover up the dinosaurs) Any color will do, but brown looks more realistic!
Plastic dinosaurs or dinosaur bones (I get these from Dollar Tree-Amazon has the also, but these are much cheaper) https://www.dollartree.com/dinosaur-toys-for-kids-10ct-packs/313861
Small paintbrush or toothbrush (old or new is fine)
Paper towel

1 file available upon enrollment

External Resources

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

Kerry Boles, BSE, MAT

Joined February, 2022

5.0

7reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Hello! My name is Kerry Boles and I have been teaching elementary school for the past 18 years! I have taught 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades. While I teach all subject areas in school, I have a passion for literacy, especially early childhood! On Outschool, I will primarily focus on classes for emerging readers that include phonemic awareness and phonics.  We will be learning through rhyming, word play, alliteration, blending and segmenting. I will also offer some fun classes that will involve writing and drama!

My professional background:
 Bachelor of Science in Education 
 Master of Arts in Teaching 
 English as a Second Language Endorsement
 National Board Certification in Early Childhood Literacy
 Teacher of the Year
 Curriculum Designer for my district 
 Curriculum Designer for Arkansas Children's Hospital
 District Trainer for math education
 Online Teacher for 2 years
 18 years in the elementary classroom
 Arkansas Literacy Association State Presenter for 5 years
 International Reading Association Presenter
 Exxon Mobil Science Academy Recipient 

I believe every child is capable of learning, but their learning is magnified when they learn with someone who supports and encourages them. I love being a cheerleader and motivator for my students and I love to make learning fun! I want students to enjoy our time together and help them become lifelong learners!

Teaching is my passion! I have wanted to be a teacher since I was in 4th grade. Before that, school was a scary place. When I entered 4th grade I was transformed. My teacher took the time to connect with me and make me feel important. She cultivated relationships with all her students and I began to love learning. That is something that has stuck with me and it truly changed the trajectory of  my life. I still have that same excitement for teaching and learning. I have a daughter in Kindergarten and it brings me so much joy to see how much she loves learning!