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Wonderful and Weird Nature!

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Ages 8-12
Live Group Class
This 12-part science class is great for learners who love nature, even the weird parts! We will explore the amazing, odd, and sometimes disturbing ways that organisms feed themselves, defend themselves, finish their life cycles, and more.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(249 reviews)
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 12 weeks
1-4 learners per class
30 min

What's included

12 live meetings
6 in-class hours
Mastery Evaluation
We will play an informal group quiz game at the end of each class to check for understanding and solidify the main points of the lesson.
Progress Report
1-2 throughout the class

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Students will gain knowledge of scientific concepts and vocabulary while getting grossed out! Truth can be stranger than fiction, and in this 12-part class, students will hear some very strange but true nature stories. Some of the subjects we will touch on include parasitism, regeneration, and slime! We will explore how and why these bizarre and gruesome abilities or traits allow organisms to defend themselves, reproduce, feed themselves, or complete their lifecycles. 

Since the classes are stand-alone and do not build, learners are welcome to come and go as they please. 
Topics repeat at the end. 

Week 1: Hematophagy: Animals who use blood as a food source!
Week 2: Colorful Blood: Red, blue, and orange blood! 
Week 3: Toxoplasma Gondii: This parasite can influence behavior!
Week 4: Extremophiles: What are the organisms that can live in EXTREME conditions?
Week 5: Regeneration and Cryptobiosis: Animals that can regrow limbs and even organs or come back from the dead!
Week 6: Crypsis and Mimicry: Some animals use trickery to catch prey and avoid becoming prey!
Week 7: Adaptations: Dramatic changes to survive!
Week 8: Defense Mechanisms: Strange ways animals defend themselves against danger! 
Week 9: Symbiosis: Parasitism, mutualism, and commensalism!
Week 10: Mind Control: How do some organisms control other organisms.
Week 11: Eating Habits: You wouldn't want these creatures as dinner guests!
Week 12: Slime: One of nature's most versatile substances!

*I follow Outschool's policies for refunds (information in the link below). That means I don't give refunds for missed classes. However, I can transfer your student to a different section if you have a scheduling conflict or you can pause your subscription.

https://support.outschool.com/en/articles/4626920-standard-refund-policy-and-refund-eligibility-guidelines

Learning Goals

Understand parasitic and commensal symbiosis.
Learn some of the unique ways organisms hunt and eat prey.

Other Details

External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined February, 2022
5.0
249reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Minnesota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
I'm an English Language Arts teacher, but I love science and nature! I have researched these topics and taught them on Outschool many times throughout the last couple of years.

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