Science - At Home Learning Videos
Middle School and Junior High
Join Greg Franklin (Lone Pine Elementary) to learn about Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion. Students will explore early physics through several experiments involving acceleration, inertia and momentum.
Greg Franklin, teacher Lone Pine Elementary, in this episode of Science Rewind teachers your upper elementary student all about chemical reactions. Learn what a chemical reaction is and how to tell if a chemical reaction is taking place by identifying specific traits.
TEACHER: Erik HortonLearn about the incredible squid by dissecting it in this virtual classroom. You can bring your own squid (buy it at the grocery store!) to this lesson. Students will dissect a squid and learn about the unique attributes that keep it alive in the ocean. This episode includes a dissection - it may not be suitable for all ages. Parental guidance advised.
TEACHER: Ivan Olinghouse/Hedrick Middle School
DESCRIPTION: Have you ever wanted to create your own video game? Grab your Chromebook and you can. In this episode, walk through the steps with Mr. Olinghouse to create your own video game with basic coding skills. Students will learn the MIT developed website, Scratch.
TITLE: Field Trip: Wildlife Images
GRADE LEVEL: K-12
DESCRIPTION: Get ready for adventure with an up close view of the animal ambassadors at Wildlife Images. In this virtual field trip, you will get to meet several animals including many types of birds, wolves, flying squirrels, brown bears and more.
TEACHER: Greg Franklin/Lone Pine ElementaryDESCRIPTION: Where does the electricity in your home come from? In this episode, students will learn several ways that electricity is generated. Students will also witness many science experiments that demonstrate the four parts of a circuit.
TEACHER: Ryan King/Ruch Outdoor Community School DESCRIPTION: Grab your virtual hiking boots and virtually head to Forest Park to learn about the different aspects of a forest community. In this episode you’ll learn about biodiversity and why it’s important. Plus, learn more about the five features of a forest - fauna, flora, fire, fungus and future.