Pokémon Paleontology! Fossil Pokémon & Their Real-Life Inspirations (Ages 13-18)
Let's meet the fossil friends of the Pokémon world AND check out their real-world prehistoric counterparts! [paleontology, zoology, animals]
Animalia Mania Zoology with Deniz M. (M.S., M.A.)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(823)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Additional resources are posted to the classroom after the live session for learners interested in exploring the topic more.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
>>>PLEASE READ BEFORE ENROLLING: 1.The live portion of this class are fast-paced, lecture-based mutlimedia presentations with limited Q&A breaks as time permits -- you know your learner(s) best, so please consider if the session length and format is a good fit for them. 2. This is the same class that I used to offer as a single long 75-minute session, just broken up into three sessions totaling two hours to allow for more time to cover newer information and have extra Q&A time. 3. Yes, I am a scientist and always teach from the perspective of evolutionary biology.<< In this class, we will meet all known Fossil Pokémon from Gen 1 through Gen 8, and match them up to their real-life prehistoric inspirations! The live session will consist of narrated slides with multimedia content, with opportunities to ask questions as time permits; meanwhile, the classroom board can be utilized before and after class to engage in open discussion about both Pokémon and paleontology. Additional resources will also be posted in the classroom after the live session ends to help further your exploration of fossil friends both in the Pokémon world and the real world! :)
Learning Goals
Fossil Pokémon basic stats; fossils of corresponding real-life extinct fauna and flora
Other Details
Parental Guidance
All my zoology classes are open to discussing animal anatomy, including the reproductive system, and natural behaviors and bodily functions, including predation and mating.
Online resources: This class links to information on Bulbapedia (the official Pokemon wiki) and offers links to optional curated video content on YouTube and Pokemon TV, and may also direct learners with questions to additional information on pre-screened science-related pages (e.g., a research journal or zoological database). No online account signups are required.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Any supplementary lesson materials will be provided for free via the classroom, either as downloadable printables/files or links to online resources (web pages, videos, articles, etc.).
Joined February, 2019
4.9
823reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from Lindenwood University
Master's Degree in Science from American Public University
I am a zoologist who enjoys sharing my love of the animal kingdom with lifelong learners of all ages. I've also been playing video games since the first gen of everything, not just Pokémon ;)
I also have nearly two decades experience as a home education advocate, including homeschooling my own children from preschool through high school. I am a big proponent of flexible learning, individualized education, and supporting fellow neurodiverse learners, so please don't hesitate to reach out to me with requests for accommodations or additional resources. We all learn in our own way and time, but everyone should have the chance to learn about how cool animals are! 😎Reviews
Live Group Class
$28
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
40 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-6 learners per class
