Science Investigators: Get to Know Your Earthworm
Find out how your worm sees, smells, moves, eats, and more!
Jodi Wheeler-Toppen, Ph.D.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(4)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Bring an earthworm (information on finding one will be available after registration) and join us as we observe our worms and figure out how they see, smell, move, eat, and more! Students will do a series of 7 hands-on activities with their worms to learn more about them. We'll even use a special "x-ray vision" trick to peek inside at their organs (don't worry; it won't hurt them!). After each activity, we will discuss how these traits help your worm survive in its environment. At the end of class, you'll make your worm a home where it can stay until you are ready to return it to the soil outside. You will need a few common household objects as well as your worm, so check the list below, but if you are missing an item, no need to run out to the store! We can find substitutes that will work from what you have on hand.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how perfectly their earthworms are adapted to their environments and lifestyles.
Other Details
Supply List
An earthworm (information on finding one will be available after course registration) Paper towel Flashlight one sheet of paper (scratch paper is fine) Clear plastic bag such as a sandwich bag Cotton swab Rubbing alcohol OR hand sanitizer OR vanilla extract Plastic single serve bottle (for water or soda) and scissors OR wide-mouth glass jar (e.g., spaghetti sauce jar) Aluminum foil or black construction paper Access to water and dirt (yard dirt is fine)
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
5.0
4reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a science teacher, staff development provider, and writer. I hold a Ph.D. in Science Education from the University of Georgia, with a research focus on integrating literacy and science instruction. My 20-ish books include Dog Science Unleashed, Cat Science Unleashed, and Edible Science (all from National Geographic Kids), This is a Book to Read with a Worm (Charlesbridge), and the Once Upon a Science Book series (NSTA Press).
It is my joy to see…
…a book-lover bursting with excitement about the science he just read…
…a young scientist who drops her book to try a new idea inspired by the text…
…a reluctant reader so captivated by something he saw that he can’t help but read about it…
…a struggling reader drawn into a book she thought she wouldn’t understand…
…a teacher’s pride when she sees her students becoming confident science readers and writers.
On the web, you’ll find me at OnceUponAScienceBook.com. In real life, I’m usually in Atlanta with my husband, kids, and various pets. I hope to see you in my class!
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 23 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
3-6 learners per class
