Waldorf Science: Mushroom Research, Drawing, and Writing
In this three-week class, we will dive into a study of the mushroom through research, drawing, and writing. Homeschoolers and unschoolers welcome.
Jodi Michelle, Master Linguist
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(113)
What's included
3 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework is listed in the description.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
In this class, we will deeply enter into the study and research of the Mushroom. We will read books for research on the mushroom, draw sketches of the mushroom, and create a spore print project. My style of teaching is free-flowing, encouraging... allowing each student space to absorb their own lesson through the research and books themselves while giving time for personal processing through drawing and/or writing. I have worked as a school librarian and library teacher for six years at a Waldorf school, working with grades 3-12 on research projects. I am excited to bring research lessons to students around the world on Outschool, sharing my unique perspective as a Waldorf educator. Week One: ~Read Mushroom Rain by Laura K. Zimmermann ~Begin drawing of mushroom with label of parts ~Homework: Spore Print Project Week Two: ~Share Spore Print Project ~Read "From Spore to Mushroom" by Lisa Owings ~Finish drawing of mushroom with label of parts ~Explore how mushrooms help trees to communicate (pbs short video clip) ~Homework: Answer questions from Ms. Jodi in paragraph form Week Three: ~Share homework ~PBS short video clip on mushrooms ~Article by National Park Service ~Choose a Fungi: class time will be given to research a mushroom of your choice, sketch a picture, and find interesting facts ~Share your fungi and interesting facts at the end of class
Learning Goals
Students will learn more about the research process as well as more about mushrooms, mushroom rain, and spores.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
I will use Epic to screenshare books used for research in this class. Parents do not need subscription to Epic.
Supply List
Drawing paper/sketch pad Colored pencils Sketching pencil Mushroom from grocery store or farmer's market for week one homework project
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined May, 2020
4.9
113reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of Phoenix
B.S. Psychology
Yale University Overcoming Dyslexia Certificate (IP)
Master's work in Counseling and Library Science
Rapid Transformational Therapy Certified
I am a Waldorf educator having worked as a school librarian and library/research subject teacher for 6 years with grades K-12 as faculty at a Waldorf school in rural Pennsylvania. I also worked as the first grade rest time teacher bringing calm and beautiful stories to this grade every day for many years. I have trained, been mentored by, and served along with some of the most experienced and dedicated Waldorf class and subject teachers in the world, some of whom have passed on and given me the greatest gift possible...to see their joy in teaching young souls. I also served as the reading coach for our school Reading Olympics team with over 40 students per year voluntarily coming to my library for an extracurricular where students were excited to read over 45 books a school year!
I have been offering comprehensive and affordable private lessons for Waldorf and other students around the world for several years. I also offer special Waldorf grades classes where students can connect with other students around the world. Our comfort with zoom now allows me to come to you no matter where in the world you may be! From day one, my students notice the improvement in their abilities and overall comprehension but parents especially note the change in their confidence. I get letters every day from parents telling me how much they see the confidence in their student improving after working with me. Each student has a unique learning style, and it’s my duty to find out what that is and adapt my lessons accordingly. Contact me today to find out how I can help you achieve your academic goals. As both a Waldorf former homeschooling mom and a teacher at a Waldorf school, I offer a unique experience to wherever your student may be-at home or at school-while needing extra lessons.
I have also taken private courses in archetypes and studied the work of Carl Jung as a B.S. Psychology student. I am also a published writer in the Waldorf publication LILIPOH magazine. I lived on a Navajo reservation for several summers. I also have Masters classes in Library Science, Human Services, as well as diversity training. I ran a middle and high school library at the Waldorf school where I taught creative writing, library, and research classes for six years. I also worked in the Waldorf kindergarten and grades as an aftercare teacher.
I have worked with middle and high school grades on Outschool for almost 3 years. Reviews
Live Group Class
$95
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
30 min
Completed by 17 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-7 learners per class
