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Science Course: Chemistry, Biology, Environmental
Savannah Gilmore
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This is an full Science course covering Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental topics that are standards based. We have experiments, hands-on projects, discussion, trivia, and more!
Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
General Info: This class is a full course, meaning we will cover a full year of content topics in the given weeks listed. Continue reading for all the info you need. There are 25 weeks of content. To know which week we are on, please, check the syllabus. Hop in, join in any week, and jump into the topic. Content does not necessarily build, but flows in an organizational manner that makes sense for covering topics. If you want the previous weeks' folders, I will be glad to send those to you...
3 units//25 lessons//25 Weeks
Unit 1Unit 1: Chemistry and PhysicsUnit 1: Chemistry and Physics8 lessons8 WeeksWeek 1Lesson 1Atomic Structure, Molecules and CompoundsWe will cover the atomic structure, what the parts do, how they make molecules and compounds and more. We will end with counting atoms and parts of atoms. Class Experiment: None Homework: Build an Atom of any element and bring it to the next class. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 2Lesson 2Chemical Bonding, Matter, and Chemical ReactionsWe will cover how elements bond and discover the different levels of matter, while exploring live chemical reactions in class. We will also see the difference in mixtures and solutions. Class Experiment: Elephant Toothpaste and Rubber Egg Homework: Conduct any additional experiments you want and then share your experience with us in the next class. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 3Lesson 3Periodic Table, Elements, and Atomic FormulasWe will cover the periodic table and study an interactive one in class, discover some cool elements, discuss their uses, and conclude with balancing atomic formulas. Class Experiment: None - Review in class IXL Homework: Build a compound with any materials you want and learn 1-2 facts about it you can share. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 4Lesson 4Motion (Velocity, Force, Gravity)We will cover Newton and the laws of motion, forces that act on motion including gravity, and terms such as acceleration and velocity that play a role. Class Experiment: Gravity Defying Water - Also some in class demonstrations of gravity and motion Homework: Conduct any other experiment this week you want and work on motion, gravity, and the terms that go with it. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 5Lesson 5Weights, Measurements, ConversionsWe will cover different weights, compare metric to imperial systems, conversions, and measurements of weight, time, and more. Class Experiment: None - We will practice conversions in class. Homework: Practice conversions and measurements. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 6Lesson 6Energy (Kinetic, Potential, and Thermal)We will cover types of energy including potential, kinetic, and then thermal. Class Experiment: Thermal Energy Balloon Homework: Conduct any other experiment this week you want and practice understanding the difference between these types of energy. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 7Lesson 7Waves (Light, Sound, Electromagnetic Spectrum)We will cover types of waves including sounds, light, and the others in the electromagnetic spectrum. Class Experiment: Light and Sound Experiments (2) Homework: Conduct any other experiment this week you want and continue learning about waves. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 8Lesson 8ElectricityWe will cover types of electricity including static, current, and lightening. Class Experiment: Static Electricity Charge Homework: Potato Battery ExperimentUnit 2Unit 2: Biology and AnatomyUnit 2: Biology and Anatomy8 lessons8 WeeksWeek 9Lesson 9Cells Part 1 (Types, Functions, Reproduction)We will cover cells as a whole and look at different types of cells, how they function, and how they reproduce. Class Experiment: None - We will work on determining what cell is what. Homework: Build a cell (plant or animal) and label it. Bring it to class next week. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 10Lesson 10Cells Part 2 (Proteins, Enzymes, Amino Acids)We will cover what cells do in producing proteins, enzymes, amino acids, and more. Class Experiment: None - We will have some trivia on these essentials parts of the cells. Homework: Investigate ONE type of protein and find all the things it is used for in your body. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 11Lesson 11Human Systems Part 1 (Muscular, Skeletal, Nervous and Integumentary)We will cover the structural systems including muscular, skeletal, nervous, and integumentary. Class Experiment: Heart Rate Builder - Muscle Warmer Homework: Study a system of your choice and learn more about it. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 12Lesson 12Human Systems Part 2 (Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Immune and Digestive)Human Systems Part 2 (Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Immune and Digestive) We will cover the internal systems including circulatory, respiratory, immune, and digestive. Class Experiment: Breathing Correctly Homework: Build a system of your choice and bring it to class. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 13Lesson 13Organs Part 1 (Brain, Heart, Kidneys)We will cover the brain, heart, kidneys. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any. Class Experiment: Left Brain Right Brain Survey Homework: Conduct the heart experiment and see how the heart pumps blood. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 14Lesson 14Organs Part 2 (Lungs, Pancreas, Liver, Skin)We will cover lungs, pancreas, liver, stomach, and skin. Class Experiment: Lung and Diaphragm Experiment Homework: Build a brain this week and learn about it. Find 3 facts we didn’t cover in class. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 15Lesson 15GeneticsWe will cover genetics and how we are who we are. Class Experiment: None Homework: Conduct the genetic experiment in the folder. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 16Lesson 16Diseases and DisordersWe will cover the differences between disease and disorders, and learn about a few common ones including heart disorders and cancer. Class Experiment: None Homework: Plant an herb or flower in a cup, jar or container. Follow my guide to do so and bring your plant to class next week. Label your plant. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Unit 3Unit 3: Environmental and EarthUnit 3: Environmental and Earth9 lessons9 WeeksWeek 17Lesson 17The Plant and Fungi KingdomsWe will cover plants, the life of plants, photosynthesis, poisonous plants, edible plants, and the fungi kingdom. Class Experiment: None Homework: Go for a walk (at your home, trail, or park), and find a cool flower or plant. Take a picture of it and try to identify it online. Use the website I give in you weekly folder to do this and learn some facts about this plant. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 18Lesson 18Biomes Ecosystems, BiodiversityWe will cover biomes, ecosystems, biodiversity, and food chains. We will also discuss conservation. Class Experiment: Build a food web or chain. Homework: This week choose a biome to discover and learn more about. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 19Lesson 19Plate Tectonics, Landforms, and Physical MapsWe will cover plate tectonics, movement of the earth, volcanoes, earthquakes, landforms, and reading physical maps. Class Experiment: Graham Cracker Plate Boundaries Homework: Work on maps this week. Maybe find a map of your state and label landforms,Week 20Lesson 20Rocks, Weathering and ErosionWe will cover types or rocks, how they form, weather, and erosion. Class Experiment: Candy Erosion Homework: Erosion Experiment - Follow my guide in the folder to test how water flows through different types of soil. Record the results. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 21Lesson 21FossilsWe will cover fossils, where they are found, types of them, and how they form in different methods. We will also look at various time periods of fossils. Class Experiment: Show and Tell - Fossils and Rocks (bring your favorite fossils or rocks this week to show). Homework: Go out and look for a fossil or cool rock. Crack open rocks to see what is inside of them. If you find a fossil, try to identify it. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if thereWeek 22Lesson 22Resources (Energy Sources)We will cover all types of resources including nonrenewable and renewable. We will also discuss electric cars and nuclear energy. Class Experiment: None Homework: Compare and contrast two energy sources in the same category (example: solar vs wind). Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 23Lesson 23Weather and ClimateWe will cover weather and climate including regions, tornados, hurricanes, levels of the atmosphere and earth, and more. Class Experiment: Snow Storm in a Jar Homework: Discover your own climate region and learn more about the patterns in it. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 24Lesson 24Solar System (Planets, Sun, and Moon)We will cover the solar system, planets, sun and our moon. Class Experiment: None Homework: Build a solar system or planet and bring it to class. This can be made from anything. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.Week 25Lesson 25Universe and Galaxies (Stars, Comets, Meteors, Black Holes)We will cover the universe, galaxies, stars, comets, meteors, black holes, nebulae, and more about space. We will also discuss NASA and see some cool videos from the ISS. Class Experiment: None Homework: Discover any part of space you want and dig deeper into it. Check the master supply list in the folder for supplies needed for next week, if there are any.
- Students will leave with a well-rounded coverage in all major sections of Science.
I have been a certified teacher for almost 9 years. I have two Master's degrees, one in education, and I enjoy sharing my knowledge and seeing students grow. I have taught in the classroom and for the largest charter in the US, and I have learned various methods of teaching. I have worked with all types of learning styles, so I am more than qualified to teach this class.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: as neededDetails: There will be work each week for students if they want to do it. All turned in work is optional and determined by the student and parent. We will have a fun weekly project or assignment that I encourage the students to do, but it is also optional.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: I offer weekly assessments most weeks in the folder for your student to take on the topics we covered. Students who want to test their knowledge of the content can take these and submit to be added into their grade. Most of the time, answer pages are also linked in there as well, but in the case there is none, submit for grading.Letter Grade
Frequency: includedDetails: Grades will be provided via request but require students to submit weekly work to be graded and then averaged at the end for an overall grade. Please let me know the week you enter class if you wish to have a grade, and I will keep track of progress throughout the class.Certificate of Completion
Frequency: includedDetails: I will offer a certificate of completion for this class if requested. Once class ends, send me a message to receive this.
You will need random supplies throughout the section. I will post an updated list of supplies at the start of class and remind you each week what will be needed for the following week. This class is hands on. Here is the supply list which you will also get once class begins but there will be a master list weekly in the folder. SUPPLIES NEEDED PER WEEK Week 2 – Chemical Reactions 1st experiment Supplies • 1 Egg • 1 Cup or Glass (large enough to hold your egg and vinegar) • Vinegar (distilled or apple cider will work) 2nd Experiment Supplies • Empty water or soda bottle (cut top off) - 16oz Bottle is Recommended • An extra cup (needs to be normal size drinking cup) • Large bowl • Large tray or pan to go UNDER the bowl • Spoon to stir • Towel or paper towels • Measuring cups and spoons (1 Cup and 1 Tablespoon) • Hydrogen Peroxide (1 Cup or MORE) • Dry Yeast (can be found online or at the store) THIS IS NEEDED - You need 3 TABLESPOONS at least. • Dish soap of any kind • Average Temp Water - NOT COLD • Food color (OPTIONAL - any color and you can use two) Week 4 - Motion Gravity Defying Water • Clear mason jar (small) • Additional water in something that can pour • Square of poster or cardstock that fully covers the size of the mason jar opening • Scissors • Two strong rubber bands • Piece of mesh or window screen (old) about 5x5 inches - If you do not have this, the cardboard will be enough to demonstrate. • A large bowl Week 6 - Energy Thermal Energy Experiment • Ice (any kind works and you can keep in freezer until experiment time) • Two bowls • Latex Balloon (large is fine) • Empty water bottle - Needs to be thinner plastic. This won't work with think water bottles. • Water (we will put hot water in one and ice water in the other when we do the experiment at the end of class) Week 7 - Waves Light Experiment Supplies • Clear glass • Water in another container • Small plate or saucer • Penny Sound Experiment Supplies • Clear glass • Water in another container (they can use the same from the previous experiment) • Plastic straw • Scissors Week 8 – Electricity Static Experiment Supplies • Salt • Pepper • Plastic Spoon Week 14 – Organs Part 2 Lung Experiment Supplies • Empty water bottle (do not use a thick bottle – we have to cut the bottle so thinner is better) • Two regular balloons (larger is better – do not get the small balloons) • Scissors Week 16 – Disease and Disorder (Plant for NEXT WEEK) Planting Supplies • Jars or containers for your plants (mason jars work well for this- but something with a drain hole in the bottom is better) • Soil (You can get this at a store or from your yard - the better the soil the better they will grow) • Spoon (or something to dig with and put dirt into your containers) • Seeds (choose from the following) o Calendula (flower) o Marigold (flower) o Morning Glory (flower) o Radish (vegetable) o Carrot (vegetable but needs deeper potting containers) o Onion (vegetable) o Parsley (herb) o Basil (herb) o Mint (herb) Week 19 - Plate Tectonics Graham Cracker Plate Boundaries • Graham Crackers • Cool whip (or peanut butter, nut butter, or soft food like icing) • Two plates Week 20 – Rocks, Weathering, Erosion Erosion Experiment • Jar with lid or bottle • Bowl • 2 Peppermints or hard candies • 2 M&Ms or Skittles • 2 Gummy Candies of some kind • Water Week 21 – Fossils • Show and Tell- Students will also be able to show and talk about any fossils they have collected. We will do this at the end of class. There is no experiment but they should bring things related that they want to show. Week 23 - Weather and Climate Snow Storm in a Jar • Jar with a lid • Baby Oil (Full large bottle – enough to fill your jar ¾ full of oil) • Water • White paint • Alka Seltzer TABLET (for bigger jars, get two of these)
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Kaplan University
Bachelor's Degree from Ashford University
My name is Savannah. I am married to a wonderful guy, and recently became a new mom to a beautiful little girl. I enjoy family and friends, and I love to travel. I have traveled to over 20 countries and love experiencing the world. First off, I...
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$12
weekly or $300 for 25 classes1x per week, 25 weeks
45 min
Completed by 1523 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
10-18 learners per class
