Predator Prey Yoga
Explore predator prey relationships while engaging in fun, themed Kids Yoga. Invite healthy movement, flexibility, balance, and strength while learning about unique animal feeding relationship.
Lisa Wixted
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(1)
What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
The unique relationship between predators and prey ensure survival. We will explore the many animals that provide sustenance for survival through yoga. Engage in this educational and fun Kids Yoga that invites greater length, coordination, flexibility, balance, and strength. Class is based on the Virginia Standards of Learning. Discover ways to decrease stress through breath awareness and relaxation. Classes range from 20-30 mins. Class is 31 mins. Receive detailed auditory cues and visual demonstrations as you engage in kinesthetic movements. I love integrating science with yoga. Come yoga with me!
Learning Goals
Learn what animals are prey for predatory survival.Learn a ton of yoga poses for greater flexibility, strength, and balance.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Predator Prey Yoga
There are so many predator-prey relationships. Discover some of these relationships through yoga. Learn the feeding habits of each species- whether they are carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores. 25 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Food Chains Yoga
Explore yoga as you see how energy flows through food chains based on what prey the predators eat. 25 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Food Webs Yoga
Connect with your energy in yoga as you learn the more complex feeding relationships between predators and prey as we explore food webs. 31 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Mammal Feeding Relationships Yoga
Discover the feeding relationships (carnivore, herbivore, omnivore) of mammals as you explore animal poses through yoga. 18 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Learning Needs
Yoga offers unique kinesthetic opportunities for kids who have ADHD and autism. It increases coordination, body awareness, focus, flexibly, and muscle strength. Yoga also helps give them greater self-confidence and ways to reduce anxiety.
Parental Guidance
Please ensure your student has a water bottle available. If you have a yoga mat and blanket, that’s great. There is always a risk of injury when engaging in any exercise. Please ensure your student follows all instructions and does not go beyond their limits to ensure they stay safe in their practices.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
5.0
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Science
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Lynchburg (formerly Lynchburg College)
Bachelor's Degree in Science from James Madison University
I have taught Kids Yoga, Family Yoga, and Baby Toddler Me Yoga since 2012. I have a Masters in Education with a certification in K-6th, biology, and earth science. I have a Bachelors of Science in Biology with an Environmental Studies minor. I am a former public school teacher of 5 yrs and homeschool teacher of 10 yrs. I am also a 200 hr certified Yoga Teacher with additional certifications in Kids Yoga, Mommy Me Yoga, and Prenatal Yoga. I've taught Kids Yoga with Parks & Recreation, Camp Kum-Ba-Yah summer camp and after-school program, and STEM camps. I taught weekly in-person and online Kids Yoga at Governors Charter Academy for 4 yrs. Kids Yoga with science themes is my passion! I can't wait to share it with your kiddos! Reviews
Self-Paced Class
$14
weekly4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Ages: 6-14
