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Science Fun: Helicopters
Barbara (Ms Bobbi) Wells
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(309)
In this one-time class, learn how a helicopter can fly and make a simple helicopter from ordinary materials.
Class Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 1
Learn the principles that keep a helicopter aloft and explore examples from nature of plants that helicopter! Make a simple helicopter from common materials. The first 5 minutes are introductions and warm up. Then we will spend 10 minutes discovering why a helicopter can fly. Next we will make simple helicopters from paper, and paperclips. Lastly, we will look at examples of "helicopters" in nature. Children will be invited to express ideas and thoughts about how helicopters can fly. We...
- Students will learn about "lift" and how it applies to objects that fly. Students will see examples of lift in nature. Students will make a simple helicopter.
I have taught children for nearly 40 years as a grade school teacher, preschool teacher, and mother of 5 sons! I love science, and believe children need to understand their world, and experimentation comes naturally to kids. When I can combine a child's natural curiosity with a fascinating project to stimulate growth, wonder and questions, I am happy! Let your child explore the world with me
Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Class participation and completed project.
A piece of paper (Construction paper or printer paper) a paper clip, child safety scissors, 12 " ruler.
Parents are invited to help learners who may have difficulty with the small motor skills involved in this lesson. Parents are encouraged to remain off-camera and not participate in class discussions.
Joined January, 2019
4.8
309reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College (University)
Hello, welcome to my classes. I am a passionate teacher with more than forty years experience teaching preschoolers to adults. I have taught in home-school preschools, private preschools and public preschools. I have trained teachers as an...
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Group Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-7
1-5 learners per class
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