Kindergarten Science
Course Description
Semester A
In Kindergarten Science, students in this course will use their senses to explore their world. Students experience nature walks, gardening, and imitative games by exploring varying concepts.
Semester B
Students in this course will continue using their senses to explore their world. Students experience nature walks, gardening, and imitative games by exploring varying concepts.
Course Requirements
Grade Level
Kindergarten
*Materials
*Materials listed should be acquired by the student prior to beginning work in the course.
Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None
Technology Skills
- Internet Navigation
- Word Processing Skills
- Email Communication (with assistance of parent or teacher)
Semester A
Major Concepts:
- The Fall Season
- Leaves and Butterflies
- Deer
- Autumn Leaves and Weather Conditions
- Falling leaves
- Squirrels
- Ducks
- Natural Fall Objects
- Nature Observations
- Animals & Camouflage
- Planting a Garden
- Terrariums
- Growing a Seed
- Goldfish
- Freezing Water
- Magnets
Semester B
Major Concepts
- Animal Tracks
- Astronomy in the Winter
- Animals and their Offspring
- Shapes in Nature
- Winter and the Five Senses
- Properties of Matter
- Spring Clouds
- Rainbows and Evaporation
- Making Maple Syrup
- Spring Flowers
- Spring Plant Growth
- Earthworms
- Evening Stars & Constellations
- Birds
- Pet Care
- Bees and Pollination
- The Sounds of Spring
- Frogs and Ponds