Story Time STEM: Johnny Appleseed (Ages 7-11)
In this One Time class, students will participate in a read-aloud and discussion of a book about Johnny Appleseed and participate in a 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
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will learn about Johnny Appleseed (John Chapman) and his adventures in planting apple trees across the country without any shoes on his feet throughout the reading of the book Johnny Appleseed by Patricia Demuth. Along with a discussion of the book, students will complete a hands-on STEM (STEAM) challenge in which they will create a pair of shoes for Johnny Appleseed to wear using various craft supplies and recycled materials. Please keep in mind that depending on the materials and methods chosen by students, there may not be time to finish the project during the time allotted.
Learning Goals
- Students will be able to actively listen to a read aloud and participate in a class discussion.
- Students will be able to complete a STEM challenge by following the engineering design process.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Using hot glue is optional, however, students may need assistance if you allow them to use it for their STEM project.
Supply List
*This is just a list of suggestions. Students will design their project based on the supplies they have available to them. - Scissors - Glue (may want Elmer’s, Tacky, and hot glue) - Tape (may want a variety such as scotch, masking, and duct tape) - construction paper, tissue paper, scrapbook paper, craft foam - recyclable materials work great such as small boxes and plastic containers from food packaging, toilet paper and paper towel tubes, disposable paper products such as cups, plates, bowls, and silverware, foil, q-tips, cotton balls, straws, and toothpicks.
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 One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 18 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
1-8 learners per class
