Weird and Wonderful Weather Self-Paced Class
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.
Erin Radin
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What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. 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.Assessment
Students will be assessed based on their participation and engagement in the class.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 will be posted in the classroom along with the lesson. The answer sheet will be posted as well, so the students may check their answers. This is a self-paced class. All lessons are pre-recorded and students complete the tasks at their own pace. Here is the breakdown of the units: Unit 1: Water Cycle and Clouds Craft: Cotton Clouds Experiment: Evaporation Observation Unit 2: Rainbows Craft: Rainbow painting Experiment: CD rainbows Unit 3: Snow Craft: Paper snowflakes Unit 4: Natural Disasters Part 1 Experiment: Tornado in a jar Unit 5: Natural Disasters Part 2 Experiment: Edible plate tectonics Unit 6: Thunder and Lightning Craft: Storm in a cup Experiment: Balloon static electricity No prior knowledge about weather is required in order to participate in this class. I look forward to teaching your child! Ms. Erin
Learning Goals
Students will learn about several different aspects of weather, complete crafts and experiments, and answer quiz questions.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
The Water Cycle and Clouds
This 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. 17 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
All About Rainbows
This 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. 11 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
All About Snow
This 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. 14 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Natural Disasters Part 1
This 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. 15 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Some of the crafts and experiments may require parental assistance.
Supply List
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
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Concordia University
I am a certified elementary education teacher. I taught science for 5 years, including a unit on weather each year.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
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