Sticky, Tricky Bug Eating Plants: Venus Flytrap, Cape Sundew, and Pitcher Plants
This is a one-time Science class for preschool, kindergarten, and first-grade students. We will learn all about three different types of bug-eating plants. We will have fun learning through discussion, activities, and a simple art project.
Amber Bottensek, B. ED.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(587)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Preschool - Kindergarten
Do you ever stop to smell the flowers? Some bugs and animals get drawn in by the sweet smell as well but for some, it is a big mistake. The Venus Flytrap, Pitcher Plants, and Cape Sundew would be the worst flowers for small animals and bugs to smell. These carnivorous plants get their nutrients from absorbing other living things. That’s right, they make meals out of bugs and even small animals that land or crawl on them. The Venus flytrap is kind of like a ticking timebomb. Once an insect triggers one of the hairs on the Venus flytraps leaf it’s only a matter of time before the trap closes tight around it. In class, the students will learn many interesting facts about each plant. They will observe what each plant looks like and how it traps its prey. The students will learn what each plant likes to eat and how the plant gets the nutrients it needs from other living creatures. We will create a bug-eating plant drawing. #academic My teaching style: I enjoy having fun while teaching and politely encouraging my student to remember the rules to help the class run smoothly. I always want the students to share and interact as much as possible while allowing shy learners to watch and engage as they feel comfortable. I strive to help all learning types feel included in my class. My goal is to have your student share all the interesting facts they have learned for days after the class. My personal style of teaching is engaging, energetic, enthusiastic, with a touch of silly. I hope to share my passion for learning about all living creatures with each of my students.
Learning Goals
In this class, the students will make observations and predictions. They will be able to compare and contrast the different types of carnivorous plants. They will be able to describe how each plant attracts, traps, and digests its prey.
Other Details
Supply List
Paper, pencil, and coloring supplies.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2020
5.0
587reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Western Illinois University
I am absolutely thrilled to have the privilege of teaching your child. With a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, a 120-hour TEFOL Certificate, and a PADI Scuba Divemaster certificate, I bring a wealth of teaching experience to the online classroom.
Over the years, I have taught in public and private schools, offered personalized one-on-one tutoring, conducted engaging online classes, and served as a dedicated camp counselor. Teaching is not just a profession for me; it's a true passion, and I am eager to share my expertise with your child.
My areas of expertise encompass a wide range, including the exciting realms of exploring living animals, English as a Second Language (ESL), Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and more.
As a former camp counselor, I had the privilege of leading students on captivating exploration hikes and engaging experiments that ignited their curiosity about the natural world. My lifelong fascination with animals even led me to obtain a PADI Dive Master certificate, allowing me to introduce young students to the wonders of scuba diving and the ocean's mysteries.
During my college years, I earned an endorsement in Language Arts. For the past four years, I have dedicated myself to teaching ESL online, forging connections with students from diverse backgrounds worldwide. Teaching the English language is a source of great joy for me, and I employ fun and creative techniques to help students of varying proficiency levels master this important skill.
My passion for all creatures, from insects and arachnids to mollusks, drives me to inspire and connect with my students. I encourage them to observe and enthusiastically share their discoveries of fascinating creatures from their own surroundings during our classes. Additionally, I create opportunities for students who share similar interests to socialize and learn together.
Building connections with my students is a top priority, and I actively encourage them to participate and share their knowledge on every topic. Throughout our classes, I will provide personal videos and photographs from the topics we study, and I eagerly anticipate your child's contributions as well.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, and be sure to follow my profile for updates on upcoming classes. I am excited to welcome your child into my class soon!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 41 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-7
2-7 learners per class
