This class is offered through Outschool. 

We meet once a week for ten weeks. I have two sections scheduled:

Thursday, November 21, 2024 through Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Central time. Classes do not meet on Thanksgiving day nor during the winter break from December 22-January 4. 

Thursday, February 20, 2025 - Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Central time. 

Discovering the Human Body: A Fun and Interactive Journey

Join us for an exciting and interactive introduction to the human body! In the first half of this course, students will explore the five essential body systems: skeletal, muscular, digestive, circulatory, and nervous. Each session is designed to make learning about these systems both fun and memorable. Activities will include read-alouds, simple drawings or coloring pages, and interactive online activities. 

Healthy Habits for a Happy Life

In the second half of our journey, we'll focus on taking care of our amazing bodies. Students will learn all about germs and how they can cause illness, as well as ways to prevent the spread of germs. We'll introduce them to two incredible scientists, Edward Jenner and Louis Pasteur, whose discoveries have helped cure diseases. 

Students will also discover the five keys to good health: eating well, exercising, sleeping, keeping clean, and having regular checkups. We will discuss the food pyramid and "plate" approach to creating meals keeping into consideration their own cultural and physical needs, such as allergies or intolerances. 

This course is designed for middle school students who need a lower academic level to access grade level content. I use visuals, videos, discussion, and hands on activities. Learners may participate however they can which may include reading from slides, answering questions in full sentences, short answers or even typing their thoughts in chat. Handouts are included to help retain the information past the course. 

Class sizes are kept small (no more than six learners) to ensure maximum participation.