Spring 2023 Classes
Earth Science
Students will learn about the Earth's layers and how movement of the plates have shaped the Earth's surface over the past 4.5 billion years. They will create fault models to illustrate the three fault types, perform earthquake activities, and learn how a seismograph is used to measure movement. The rock cycle will be investigated using Starburst candy models to demonstrate sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rock formation. Students will learn about the criteria used to identify minerals and perform various tests, use Skittles candies to observe weathering and erosion, and perform cupcake core sampling to learn how scientists study what is below the Earth's surface.
Grade level: 4-8 (mature 3rd graders accepted in classes offered in Rescue- see below for details)
$225 (Foothill Learning Academy (FLA)) for 12 weeks - 1 hr./class (12 labs)
$188 (Rescue) for 5 weeks - 2 hr./class (10 labs)
Mondays: 9-11 a.m. (Rescue). Click on Outdoor Class Info button below.
Tuesdays: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. (EDH)
Thursdays: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. (Placerville)
3 Locations:
Students will learn about the Earth's layers and how movement of the plates have shaped the Earth's surface over the past 4.5 billion years. They will create fault models to illustrate the three fault types, perform earthquake activities, and learn how a seismograph is used to measure movement. The rock cycle will be investigated using Starburst candy models to demonstrate sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rock formation. Students will learn about the criteria used to identify minerals and perform various tests, use Skittles candies to observe weathering and erosion, and perform cupcake core sampling to learn how scientists study what is below the Earth's surface.
Grade level: 4-8 (mature 3rd graders accepted in classes offered in Rescue- see below for details)
$225 (Foothill Learning Academy (FLA)) for 12 weeks - 1 hr./class (12 labs)
$188 (Rescue) for 5 weeks - 2 hr./class (10 labs)
Mondays: 9-11 a.m. (Rescue). Click on Outdoor Class Info button below.
Tuesdays: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. (EDH)
Thursdays: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. (Placerville)
3 Locations:
- El Dorado Hills/Placerville with Foothill Learning Academy (FLA). Please go to the FLA website and click on "Enroll" Foothill Learning Academy | K-12 Homeschool Classes | California to register for these classes.
- Rescue: Monday outdoor class at my home in Rescue. Click the button below for more info about this class option.
- I am a vendor with Horizon, Visions, Clarksville, The Cottonwood School, Feather River, South Sutter/Ocean Grove, American River Charter School, and Pacific Charter Institute (Heritage Peak, Sutter Peak, Rio Valley, & Valley View). To order a certificate/PO/voucher, look for "Lisa Hindmarsh" or "Hands-On Science" in your charter school's ordering system.
- Questions about this class? Call Lisa at 530-313-3789 or email at [email protected].
Zoology
Students will explore the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of various animals. Some of the hands-on activities include performing earthworm behavior experiments (no worms will be harmed!), making body symmetry models, dissecting an owl pellet and clam, using echolocation boxes to observe how bats "see", performing bird behaviors, and sorting beans to understand classification.
Grade level: 4-8 (mature 3rd graders accepted in classes offered in Rescue- see below for details)
$225 (Foothill Learning Academy(FLA)) for 12 weeks - 1 hr./class (12 labs)
$188 (Rescue) for 5 weeks - 2 hr./class (10 labs)
Mondays: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Rescue). Click on Outdoor Class Info button below.
Tuesdays: 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. (EDH), Thursdays: 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. (Placerville)
3 Locations:
Students will explore the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of various animals. Some of the hands-on activities include performing earthworm behavior experiments (no worms will be harmed!), making body symmetry models, dissecting an owl pellet and clam, using echolocation boxes to observe how bats "see", performing bird behaviors, and sorting beans to understand classification.
Grade level: 4-8 (mature 3rd graders accepted in classes offered in Rescue- see below for details)
$225 (Foothill Learning Academy(FLA)) for 12 weeks - 1 hr./class (12 labs)
$188 (Rescue) for 5 weeks - 2 hr./class (10 labs)
Mondays: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Rescue). Click on Outdoor Class Info button below.
Tuesdays: 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. (EDH), Thursdays: 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. (Placerville)
3 Locations:
- El Dorado Hills/Placerville with Foothill Learning Academy (FLA). Please go to the FLA website and click on "Enroll" Foothill Learning Academy | K-12 Homeschool Classes | California to register for these classes.
- Rescue: Monday outdoor class at my home in Rescue. Click the button below for more info about this class option.
- I am a vendor with Horizon, Visions, Clarksville, The Cottonwood School, Feather River, South Sutter/Ocean Grove, American River Charter School, and Pacific Charter Institute (Heritage Peak, Sutter Peak, Rio Valley, & Valley View). To order a certificate/PO/voucher, look for "Lisa Hindmarsh" or "Hands-On Science" in your charter school's ordering system.
- Questions about this class? Call/text Lisa at 530-313-3789 or email at [email protected].
Science Magic
Have you ever wanted to discover the mysteries of magic? Well, you can... it just takes a little science! In this engaging hands-on class, students will explore how center of mass, magnetism, light, friction, motion, inertia, gravity, heat, and optical illusions can be used to create fun magic tricks to mystify their friends and family. This is some physics fun in disguise!
Grade level: 4-8 (mature 3rd graders accepted in classes offered in Rescue- see below for details)
$240 for 12 weeks (FLA) - 1 hr./class
$206 for 5 weeks (Rescue) - 2 hr./class (10 labs)
Monday: 1:45-3:45 p.m. (Rescue - outdoors)
Tuesday 9 a.m. (EDH)
Thursday 9 a.m. (Placerville)
Have you ever wanted to discover the mysteries of magic? Well, you can... it just takes a little science! In this engaging hands-on class, students will explore how center of mass, magnetism, light, friction, motion, inertia, gravity, heat, and optical illusions can be used to create fun magic tricks to mystify their friends and family. This is some physics fun in disguise!
Grade level: 4-8 (mature 3rd graders accepted in classes offered in Rescue- see below for details)
$240 for 12 weeks (FLA) - 1 hr./class
$206 for 5 weeks (Rescue) - 2 hr./class (10 labs)
Monday: 1:45-3:45 p.m. (Rescue - outdoors)
Tuesday 9 a.m. (EDH)
Thursday 9 a.m. (Placerville)
- El Dorado Hills/Placerville with Foothill Learning Academy (FLA). Please go to the FLA website and click on "Enroll" Foothill Learning Academy | K-12 Homeschool Classes | California to register for these classes.
- Rescue: Monday outdoor class at my home in Rescue. Click the button below for more info about this class option.
- I am a vendor with Horizon, Visions, Clarksville, The Cottonwood School, Feather River, South Sutter/Ocean Grove, American River Charter School, and Pacific Charter Institute (Heritage Peak, Sutter Peak, Rio Valley, & Valley View). To order a certificate/PO/voucher, look for "Lisa Hindmarsh" or "Hands-On Science" in your charter school's ordering system.
- Questions about this class? Call/text Lisa at 530-313-3789 or email at [email protected].
Dissection Labs (Outdoor)
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Microscopy (Outdoor)
Grade level: 4-12 (mature 3rd graders welcome)
Class Fee: $36
Class Length: One 2-hour class (2 hours total)
Days/Time: Friday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location: Rescue - outdoor class
Explore the exciting hidden microscopic world with a microbiologist! In this class, students will explore the wonders of pond water (diatoms/algae/protozoa and various other tiny creatures) and stain/examine their cheek cells and onion cells. Students will also learn the parts/functions of a microscope, how to properly use a microscope without damaging lenses and slides, and how to prepare a wet mount. I provide high-quality microscopes for students to use, however, students are welcome to bring their own microscope and I can show them how to use it.
For questions or to register, call/text Lisa at 530-313-3789 or email your child's name, grade, charter school name, and your phone number to [email protected].
Grade level: 4-12 (mature 3rd graders welcome)
Class Fee: $36
Class Length: One 2-hour class (2 hours total)
Days/Time: Friday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location: Rescue - outdoor class
Explore the exciting hidden microscopic world with a microbiologist! In this class, students will explore the wonders of pond water (diatoms/algae/protozoa and various other tiny creatures) and stain/examine their cheek cells and onion cells. Students will also learn the parts/functions of a microscope, how to properly use a microscope without damaging lenses and slides, and how to prepare a wet mount. I provide high-quality microscopes for students to use, however, students are welcome to bring their own microscope and I can show them how to use it.
For questions or to register, call/text Lisa at 530-313-3789 or email your child's name, grade, charter school name, and your phone number to [email protected].
