Trekking Through Our Solar System: A Study of the Sun, the Moon and the Planets
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Students will explore the various members of our Solar System in a fun, fact-filled journey through space. Each week we will visit a different planet or object orbiting our Sun. Using vivid PowerPoint images and interactive lecture, I will help students discover the unique characteristics of each planet, including its appearance, size, distance from the sun, and surface conditions. Astronomy facts and figures can often seem tedious if not presented with enthusiasm, so I work to keep the lecture moving along with plenty of interactive and engaging information. There will always be time for questions and lively discussion throughout. FALL SECTION 2024 Sept 11: The Sun Sept 18: Mercury & Venus Sept 25: Earth & Moon Oct 2: Mars & the Asteroid Belt Oct 9: Jupiter Oct 16: Saturn Oct 23: Uranus & Neptune Oct 30: The Dwarf Planets & Comets I will provide learners with a printable worksheet ("travel log") to record their findings during each class. The worksheet may also include a fun quiz or review that we'll complete together at the end of the session. No previous knowledge of astronomy is required to enjoy this class!
Other Details
Supply List
A one-page worksheet ("travel log") will be available for download for each destination we visit.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Baptist Bible College
I attended an elective astronomy class as a student at Louisiana State and am an amateur studies of the skies and space. I also studied Fine Arts, including courses in Art History and Appreciation, at Louisiana State University, and have a certificate from Texas Academy of Art in Houston, TX. I have worked as a professional artist, doing portrait art on commission.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
40 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-10 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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