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Weird and Wonderful Weather Self-Paced Class
Erin Radin
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(475)
In this 6 unit self-paced class, students will learn about different aspects of weather, complete crafts and science experiments to enhance their learning, and answer quiz questions based on what they have learned.
Class experience
US Grade 1 - 3
In this 6 unit self-paced course, students will be introduced to different aspects of weather (the water cycle and clouds, rainbows, snow, natural disasters, thunder and lightning.) Each unit consists of 1-2 videos that will contain a vibrant slide show and engaging lecture, as well as a step by step explanation and demonstration of that unit's craft and/or science experiment. Each video will be about 15 minutes long. The students will also complete a short quiz after the lesson, which...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1The Water Cycle and CloudsThis lesson will cover all the steps of the water cycle. Students will complete an evaporation observation experiment. They will learn about the 4 main types of clouds. Students will create a cloud craft.Week 2Lesson 2All About RainbowsThis lesson will begin with an overview on how rainbows are formed. Simple science experiments will be demonstrated on how to create your own rainbow. Students will learn the colors of a rainbow in order. Students will create a rainbow craft.Week 3Lesson 3All About SnowThis lesson will focus on how snow is formed, why snow looks white, and different types of precipitation. Students will then follow along to create paper snowflakes.Week 4Lesson 4Natural Disasters Part 1This lesson will cover: tornados, hurricanes, landslides, avalanches, blizzards, and droughts. Students will then play a game of "Name That Weather!" Finally, students will complete a tornado in a jar science experiment.Week 5Lesson 5Natural Disasters Part 2This lesson will cover: tsunamis, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, monsoons, and floods. Students will then play a game of "Name That Weather!" Finally, students will create an edible earthquake experiment.Week 6Lesson 6Thunder and LightningIn this lesson, students will learn about how thunder and lightning are formed. Students will learn about static electricity and complete a small experiment. Then, students will complete a thunder and lightning lantern craft.
Students will learn about several different aspects of weather, complete crafts and experiments, and answer quiz questions.
I am a certified elementary education teacher. I taught science for 5 years, including a unit on weather each year.
Homework Offered
Each unit will consist of a 15 minute video that includes a craft and/or science experiment. There will also be a quiz that should take around 10 minutes.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be assessed based on their participation and engagement in the class.Grades Offered
Here is the breakdown of supplies by unit. If you are missing anything, let me know and I will help you come up with an alternative. Unit 1: Blue paper Cotton balls Glue Paper plate Marker Water Unit 2: White paper Paint (rainbow colors) and paintbrush CD Unit 3: White paper Scissors Pencil Unit 4: Glass cup or jar Water Spoon Unit 5: Plate Spreadable food (peanut butter, icing, cream cheese) with a spoon to spread it Square/rectangular crackers/cookies Cup of water Unit 5: Clear plastic cup Black permanent marker Either blue and yellow tissue paper and glue OR blue and yellow permanent markers Flashlight/plastic tea candle Cotton balls/toilet paper Balloon
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Some of the crafts and experiments may require parental assistance.
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(475)
Hello! My name is Miss Erin and I have a degree in early childhood and elementary education from Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. I have been a teacher for 14 years. I taught elementary school for 5 years. During that time, I taught...
Self-Paced Class
$5
weekly or $30 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 31 learners
Ages: 6-9
