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Science (Inquiry Based Learning) - Full Year Curriculum Level 4 (Age 8-9)

This weekly class incorporates the UK Year 4 (four) National Curriculum, the US Next Generation Grade 3 (three) Science Standards (NGSS) and more! Through inquiry learning we cover rocks, plants, animals, bodies, the Earth and more!
Little Adventurers
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(257)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per week
Homework
1 hour per week. At the end of each class a challenge or home activity will be set in order to take their learning further. Challenge may be in the form of a science experiment, a scavenger hunt, or an observation! During class time we will work together to decide on our challenge of the week!

Class Experience

US Grade 3
Hello Little Scientists! 

This weekly class incorporates the UK National Curriculum for Year 2 and the Next Generation Science Standards for Grade 1 to provide learners with a balanced and well rounded full year curriculum over 40 lessons! 

In this inquiry based class learners will make real world connections in a meaningful and engaging way. Inquiry based learning puts learners at the center of their education and encourages them to go further than simply remembering facts! In this class curious learners will be encouraged ask questions and participate in discussion drawing on their own experiences.

Class sizes are kept small to facilitate class discussions and conversations and ensure that all learners have a safe space to share! Some classes may require learners to bring something that relates to our topic of the week. For example when exploring materials learners may bring something that is hard and something that is soft. Some classes may have a simple hands on activity  during class time. Any hands on activity will require minimal preparation and commonly found household items. You will receive a supply list if needed on the Monday before class starts.

Each class will also come with a worksheet - in some classes this will be completed during the class and for some classes it can be completed outside of class. Worksheets are kept simple so they can be easily replicated by grownups if you cannot or do not wish to print! 

At the end of each class a challenge or home activity will be set in order to take their learning further. Challenges may be in the form of a science experiment, a scavenger hunt, or an observation! During class time we will work together to decide on our challenge of the week!

Week beginning:

The Human Body:
September 4 2023 - Are our skeletons similar to animal skeletons?
September 11 - What happens to our skeletons as we grow?
September 18 - Why do our teeth look different?
September 25 - What would happen if we only drank Coca-Cola?
October 2 - How do our muscles work together?
October 9 - What do medicines do?
October 16 - How does our body digest food?

Animals: 
October 23 - Where do animals live?
October 30 - How do animals adapt to their environment?
November 6 - How do animals protect themselves?
November 13 - How can we show what animals eat?
November 20 - How do we use classification keys?
November 27 - Do all animals have the same lifecycle?
December 4	 - Do offspring share traits?
December 11 - How do animals become endangered?

Sound
December 18 -What is sound?
December 25	BREAK

January 1 -BREAK
January 8-Can sound travel through materials?
January 15 - What is pitch and frequency?
January 22 - Can we change amplitude?

Light and Space:
January 29 - Where does light come from?
February 5 - Can light travel through different objects?
February 12 - What objects are found in the solar system?
February 19 - Are we close to the sun?
February 26 - Is there more than one moon?

Plants: 
March 4 - What do the different parts of a plant do?
March 11 - How do plants make food?
March 18 - How does the environment affect plants?

Electricity:
March 25 - Why do we need electricity?


April 1 - BREAK 

April 8 - What is a complete circuit?
April 15	 - What are conductors and insulators?

States of matter: 
April 22	- What are solids, liquids and gasses?
April 29 - Can liquids float?
May 6 - Do gasses have weight?
May 13 - How do materials change when they are heated and cooled?
May 20 - What is evaporation?
May 27 - What is the watercycle?

Magnets:
June 3 - What do we use magnets for?
June 10 - Is everything magnetic?

The Environment:
June 17 - How has human activity affected the environment?
June 24 - Can air be dirty?


SUMMER BREAK

Each class is a standalone class and knowledge does not build - this means that your learner is able to drop in and out of the class as needed to support your leaner's needs.
Learning Goals
Key skills that will be developed: 
- Ask questions and use scientific enquiries to answer them
- Set up simple and fair tests
- Making observations and recording data
- Drawing conclusions using scientific findings
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
Learners will have a worksheet for each class. Grownups should print or copy the worksheet for learners. Please also bring pencils, colors, glue or scissors as necessary to complete the worksheet. (Parent supervision)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2022
4.8
257reviews
Profile
Teacher expertise and credentials
Little Adventurers provides interactive and engaging online classes for children aged 4 to 10! Here at Little Adventurers, we believe in making learning fun and engaging to help our learners reach their full potential. We have a variety of classes from full-year curriculums to social classes! 

We keep all our classes small to encourage interaction and discussion! Curious learners are always encouraged to ask questions and participate in discussions drawing on their own experiences. All of our teachers strive to provide a learner-centered classroom where each and every child feels valued and supported. Little Adventurers puts learners at the center of their education and encourages them to go further than simply remembering facts! 

🍎 Meet the Teachers! 🍎

🍎 Hi, I'm Aina! I am an early years and primary school teacher and I love to teach science, geography and social classes to young learners. My aim for every class is to create an inclusive, interactive and fun environment for young learners. I hope that they can leave each class feeling empowered and confident!
🗣 Fun fact: I have lived in 5 countries, visited about 40 and I speak 5 languages (English and Mauritian Creole: Native / French: Fluent and Spanish / Mandarin Chinese: Advanced)

🍎 Hello, I'm Isaac and I come from Chicago, USA! I've been a full-time classroom teacher for over 5 years and I love seeing my students grow and learn. My teaching style is laid back and interactive and I love seeing learners actively participate in their learning! I have a passion travelling and learning about new countries and cultures! My favourite place in the world is the island of Bali in Indonesia because of the kind hearted people, the stunning landscapes and the food!
🐳 Fun fact: I am a certified scuba diver and my favourite dive was the sardine run in Moalboal, the Philippines! 

🍎 Hi, I'm Shellan! I have been teaching online and in the classroom for 4 years to young learners. My goal as your child’s teacher is to create a fun and interactive learning environment. Not only do I love teaching students I also love learning from them and listening to what they have to say! I also have experience working with students who have learning challenges. I hope they leave each class motivated, inspired, and eager to continue learning!
🧳 Fun fact: I have lived on 3 continents, visited almost 30 countries and I speak 3 languages (English, French, and Hindi). 

🍎 Hi, I'm Julie from Canada! I've been teaching ESL online for more than 3 years, from all over the world! My goal as a teacher is to share my passion for traveling with my learners, and make it fun and engaging! I strive to provide a comfortable yet stimulating environment for lifelong learners. My teaching style is energetic and approachable to students of all backgrounds, levels, and abilities. 
👋🏼 Fun facts: I have visited about 40 countries! I have had the privilege of living and traveling long-term in 8 of them, and counting! I am bilingual (French & English) and I can say 'Hello' in 7 different languages!

🍎 Hello! My name is Hannah! I am from Oklahoma, USA! I have a passion for learning about the world and I want to share that passion with your little adventurer! My favorite subjects to teach are physical geography and human geography! My goal is to educate, increase curiosity, and to have FUN with your learner most importantly!! I am excited to interact with your little learner and invest in their academic career!

🪂 Fun Fact: I have stood on an ice glacier in Alaska, USA and I have skydived from 4,267 meters (14,000 feet) at 193 kilometers per hour (120 miles per hour)!!

🍎 Hi my name is Kameesha and I am from Florida, USA. I have been teaching online for the past 6 years.   I am passionate about helping students of all ages learn at their own pace. I am pretty animated when I teach so my teaching style is energetic but easygoing.  In the classroom, my goal is to create a positive and fun learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and seeking additional help when needed. I believe that we learn better and retain more when we are having fun, so I strive to have a fun classroom experience.  When I'm not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family and exploring new places. I love reading, cooking and singing.  
⚡️Fun fact. I am a homebody who loves to travel and I LOVE thunderstorms.

Mute/Unmute: We try not to mute learners during class. If your learner has background noise they may be muted and this will be communicated to them. Please make sure that learners are able to unmute their microphones or grownups are nearby to support.

Technical Issues: If you are experiencing technical issues during class time please try logging out of zoom and back in. Teachers like to be fully present for other learners during class time so may not be able to answer messages sent. If the problem persists please contact Outschool Support.

Teacher Substitutions: We are an organisation with a group of teachers. In some instances another teacher may substitute for another (in the event of sickness/appointments/other engagments). This will be communicated as soon as possible to learners and parents.

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$11

weekly
1x per week
25 min

Completed by 48 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-9
3-6 learners per class

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