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Science Explorations:Discovering Chemical Reactions Making Lava Lamps (Ages 3-4)

In this one-time class, learners will witness a chemical reaction while creating a Valentine's themed lava lamp.

Ms. Mikayla, B.A. Educ. Stud., TESOL

Average rating:

4.8

Number of reviews:

(12)

What's included

1 live meeting

30 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

In this one-time class, little scientists will discover chemical reactions while inventing their own Valentine's themed lava lamp. Students will discover how chemical reactions happen when we mix substances together (alka seltzer tablet and water). Students will also learn about density and carbon dioxide. 

As a class, we will create our lava lamps and have discussions based on what we see happening. Students will also get opportunities to make predictions on what they think will happen. I will explain the concepts chemical reactions, density, and carbon dioxide are as we observe what is happening within our lava lamps.  This experiment will be a fun and engaging activity for them to learn and build an understanding of these scientific terms. 

We will plan to do the experiment twice, one with food coloring and one with Valentine's confetti to see the different affects, depending on time.

Students do not need to have any prior knowledge. 

Parents, it would be recommended to be near by to help your child if they need it due to the age group of this class.

Learning Goals

My goal is to provide a fun learning experience to help students understand the process of chemical reactions as well as having a basic understanding of these scientific terms.

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Parents, it would be recommended to be near by to help your child if they need it due to the age group of this class.

Supply List

Cooking Oil or Baby Oil
Red Food Coloring
Alka Seltzer Type Tablets (generic brand is fine)
Valentine’s Confetti (optional)
2 jars or 2 tall glasses (filled 2/3 of the way with oil)
Water (enough to fill the rest of the jars or cups)

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Ms. Mikayla, B.A. Educ. Stud., TESOL

Joined November, 2020

4.8

12reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Hello! My name is Mikayla. Working with children is my passion! I love teaching a wide variety of topics including, but not limited to Language Arts such as phonics, reading, writing, and communication skills. I have always found a joy in Language Arts all throughout my schooling because these skills are not only used in one subject. Instead, they are used in a wide variety of subjects and topics. I am also interested in exploring other topics such as basic math skills, arts and crafts, life skills, communication and writing skills, reading skills, and so much more. My favorite part of teaching is seeing children get excited as they gain confidence in themselves. 

In 2017, I graduated from Lindenwood University in with a bachelors in Ed. Studies.  I have worked with children of a variety of ages since I was a a young girl. I am the oldest of 7 kids, so I have been around children all of my life. As a teenager, I have done everything from babysitting to tutoring math, English, reading, writing, and have also done lots of art projects. I am currently a Girl Scout leader to a group of 6 year olds where we do lots of art projects, learn team building skills, practice communication skills, and learn how to be a better person.  I look forward to teaching and working with your child(ren) in all of these areas as well.   I have  been teaching English online for the past two and a half years and absolutely love it! 

I like to approach teaching in a fun, engaging way. I always keep in mind that no one student will learn exactly like someone else, so I always try to incorporate many different teaching techniques to include the various learning styles to include auditory, kinesthetic, and visual learners in my classroom. Inclusion is everything and I want my students to feel like they are included in my classes, regardless of their learning style. 
 
During my free time, I am always thinking of new ideas to do with my online students. I also enjoy traveling, spending time with my family, relaxing and going on long drives with my husband. I have a little dog -a puggle- who may or may not come say "hi" to the students every now and then. I also have three birds; an African Gray and two Amazons. 

Thank you for reviewing my profile! I can't wait to see you and your child in my classroom! 

~Ms. Mikayla