Story Time STEM: Bring Your Pumpkin to Class for Measuring and Counting Fun!
In this Multi Day class, students will participate in a read-aloud and discussion of a book about pumpkins and participate in a fall/Halloween themed STEM (STEAM) activity. All learners of varying abilities and needs are welcome to join.
Kristen Keenan
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(190)
What's included
2 live meetings
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will learn about pumpkins throughout the reading of the book How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? by Mararet McNamara. Along with a discussion of the book, students will practice math skills such as measuring and counting using their very own pumpkins. Depending on the ability of the students, they may choose to count their pumpkin seeds by twos, fives, or tens as illustrated in the book. During the 2nd day of class, students will be counting the pumpkin seeds, so they will need adult assistance with cutting the top off of their pumpkin. This can be done just before the start of class so the students will have as much class time as possible for the activity. Please keep in mind that depending on the number of seeds in the pumpkin and students’ counting ability, there may not be time to finish counting all of the seeds in the time allotted. There also won’t be enough time for the students to finish carving their pumpkins during class time, and they will need assistance with the carving of their pumpkins when class is over. Day 1: Read and discuss the book How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?, measure the pumpkin, and count the number of lines on the pumpkin, and compare these measurements to everyone else’s in class Day 2: Count pumpkin seeds by twos, fives, or tens and discuss a plan for carving the pumpkins
Learning Goals
- Students will be able to actively listen to a read aloud and participate in a class discussion.
- Students will be able to measure an object and skip count by twos, fives, or tens.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will need assistance with cutting the top off of their pumpkin and with carving their pumpkins after the 2nd class is over.
Supply List
Needed for 1st Day of Class - Pumpkin, any size appropriate for carving - Measuring tape, one used for sewing that can measure around an object - paper and pencil Needed for 2nd Day of Class - Same pumpkin as 1st day with the top cut off - Newspapers or garbage bags under pumpkin to contain the mess - Spoon for scooping out the seeds
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.8
190reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
New York Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hi, my name is Mrs. Keenan, and I have been an educator since 2002. I hold NY State certifications for PreK-6th grade and for Students with Disabilities. My Master’s degree focused on inclusion and differentiated instruction. In addition to being a classroom teacher, I also worked as a Staff Specialist for Math, Science, and Technology and as an Instructional Technology and STEM Coach in which I wrote science and STEM curriculum and provided professional development to teachers in the areas of science, STEM, technology integration, coding, and ELA. I love gardening and spending time with my husband and two children, and I can't wait to share my passion for hands-on learning and problem-solving with your child.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
25 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
1-8 learners per class
