What Are Tornadoes? Weather Lesson and Tornado in a Jar Experiment!
In this one time class, students will learn about tornadoes and do an exciting tornado in a jar science experiment with water, dish soap, vinegar, and food coloring! Perfect for kindergarten!
Jenna Boggs, B.S. Early Childhood Education
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(163)
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
What are tornadoes? How are they formed? Join teacher Jenna to learn all about the severe weather tornadoes bring and engage in a fun tornado in a jar experiment that shows how tornadoes spin! In this class students will: -Engage in a mini lesson about tornadoes through a fun presentation and short video clips. Students will also have an opportunity to share with the class what they know about tornadoes as well. We will also talk about tornado safety! -Complete a science experiment making a tornado in a jar. (We will make it two different ways!) See the supply list below for what is needed for the tornado in a jar experiment!
Learning Goals
Students will learn how tornadoes are formed and how they are very dangerous.
Other Details
Supply List
- 1 plastic jar or mason jar with a lid and filled with water but not all the way to the top leaving about 1/4 unfilled. I recommend an empty peanut butter jar cleaned out if possible! A mason jar works great too but could be a little difficult for some learners to shake or could break if falling on the floor. This is up to you what you prefer to use. Part one: making the funnel - dish soap (everyones container may be slightly different in size, I will tell each student how much soap to add in class) - teaspoon of vinegar Part two: adding dark rain clouds and debris - blue food coloring - just a little glitter
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2020
4.9
163reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
As a K-2 teacher of 8 years, I have always loved bringing science experiments into my classroom! My husband is a former science museum employee and has showed me many awesome experiments and activities over the years that always "wow" my students!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-6
2-8 learners per class
