Pumpkin STEM: Exploring Numbers, Science, and the Senses!

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Pumpkin STEM: Exploring Numbers, Science, and the Senses!

Leigh Fitzsimmons, (Science & STEM)

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(169)

In this one-time class, explore the slimy insides of a pumpkin. Review numbers and practice counting using pumpkin seeds, and then create an exploding pumpkin in the grand finale!

Class Experience

US Grade Preschool - Kindergarten

In this hands-on class, little learners will use a pumpkin to explore math and science. We will begin with a pumpkin-themed story , and each student will share what they enjoy most about this season.  Then, it's time to get messy!  Using spoons, we will scoop out the insides of our pumpkins and explore what we find inside with four of our senses (I don't recommend they taste!).  Next, learners will use the pumpkin seeds to practice counting.  We will use the provided ten frame and dice to...

Students will practice counting and build number sense using a ten frame.  Students will also explore science in a hands-on way.

Homework Offered
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Grades Offered

  1 file available upon enrollment
Small to medium sized pumpkin, vinegar (approximately 1-2 cups, depending on size of pumpkin), baking soda (1/2c), small amount of dish soap, and food coloring (optional).  I will post a handout to be printed in the classroom prior to class.

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

Meet the teacher

Leigh Fitzsimmons, (Science & STEM)

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(169)

Hello! My passion is teaching young students the importance and fun in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. I am a certified k-12 science teacher with a master’s in biology. I believe in hands-on learning and appealing to young...