Pumpkin Science
In this three-week course, students will use a pumpkin to practice STEM skills.
Angela Echols
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(307)
What's included
3 live meetings
1 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Hello! I am so excited to offer this fun and interactive Pumpkin Science class. There are so many cool things we can do with pumpkins. During this three week class, students will use their pumpkins to practice different STEM skills. We will also practice a Five Little Pumpkins rhyme during each class. Week 1: Pumpkin Balance: Students will use materials to try to build a structure that can hold their pumpkin. Please gather materials you have at home. This a great way to use recycled materials. Week 2: Pumpkin Exploration: Students will gut their pumpkin and explore the parts of a pumpkin. They will sort the guts and the seeds and learn about the pumpkin life cycle. Week 3: Exploding Pumpkins: Students will create a chemical reaction inside their pumpkins to make a 'pumpkin volcano.' They will learn about the chemical reaction that happens when you mix baking soda and vinegar together.
Other Details
Supply List
For the whole class: -1 small pumpkin (pie size) Week 1: Pumpkin Balance Your student will need materials from home that they can build a structure with, such as: -pieces of cardboard -straws -popsicle sticks -clothespins, -toilet paper rolls -tape (not all of these materials are needed, but please gather several different things) Week 2: Pumpkin Exploration Parents, please cut a whole in the top of the pumpkin before class. Students will need: -a space to get messy (tray, table, etc.) -2 bowls to sort pumpkin guts and seeds -a spoon to scrape out the pumpkin Week 3: Pumpkin Explosions! Parents, please supervise your kids during this experiment. Students will need: -a space to get messy (a tray or outside area) -their gutted pumpkin -baking soda -vinegar -cups for pouring -food coloring if desired
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
5.0
307reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Washington State University
Hi, friends! My name is Teacher Angela, and I love teaching early learning classes. My classes include topics of early literacy, STEAM, circle time, and full curriculum classes. I have been working with kids as long as I can remember. I have babysat, been a nanny, and helped look after my 6 younger siblings.
I have my Bachelor's degree in Human Development, with a certificate in Child Development and Care. I have worked with preschoolers since 2010. Some of my roles have included teaching preschool, and acting as a Program Supervisor and Director of a child care center. I helped develop curriculum for the classrooms and helped grow the preschool program as a whole. I have worked with many curriculums, and I have training in Zoo-Phonics and Handwriting Without Tears. I also taught ESL online for 2 years. I am currently finishing my master's degree in Elementary Education.
My teaching style is to encourage conversation, engagement, and fun in the classroom. I think it is important for kids to have opportunities to share and interact. I also think it is so important for kids to have fun learning! Learning shouldn't just be through worksheets and homework, it should involve motions and play! In my classes, we will have so much fun learning. We will go on adventures, sing songs, do lots of arts and crafts, complete experiments, and use lots of movement. Some of my favorite book characters are Pete the Cat and Little Blue Truck. I can't wait to meet you in the classroom! :)Reviews
Live Group Class
$30
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
25 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-6
2-7 learners per class
