New Online Classes

Online Classes (Live)
High School Chemistry (Fridays at 9:00 am)
High School Physics (Fridays at 10:00 am)

Online Classes (Self-Paced)
High School Chemistry Crash Course (self-paced)
High School Physics Crash Course (self-paced)
Strategies for the ACT Test (self-paced)
Emma by Jane Austen - English Literature (self-paced)
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen - English Literature (self-paced)
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen - English Literature (self-paced)
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens - English Literature (self-paced)
The Scarlet Pimpernel by Emma Orczy - English Literature (self-paced)
Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson - English Literature (self-paced)
The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)
The Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)
The Two Towers by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)
The Return of the King by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony - A Musical Journey (self-paced)
Handel’s Water Music - A Musical Journey (self-paced)
Holst: The Planets - A Musical Journey (self-paced)
Sergei Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf - A Musical Journey (self-paced)

New Online Classes

Online Classes (Live)

Outschool coupon code: use code LAURAGL2020 to get $20 OFF your first class

High School Chemistry Camp (different times available in June, July, and August)

High School Physics Camp (different times available in July and August)


Online Classes (Self-Paced)

Outschool coupon code: use code LAURAGL2020 to get $20 OFF your first class

High School Chemistry Crash Course (self-paced)

High School Physics Crash Course (self-paced)

Holst: The Planets - A Musical Journey (self-paced)

Sergei Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf - A Musical Journey (self-paced)

Strategies for the ACT Test (self-paced)

Emma by Jane Austen - English Literature (self-paced)

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen - English Literature (self-paced)

Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen - English Literature (self-paced)

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens - English Literature (self-paced)

Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson - English Literature (self-paced)

The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)

The Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)

The Two Towers by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)

The Return of the King by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)

New Worksheet - Physics - Sound Intensity

Problem 1
An amplifier takes a 20 decibel sound and turns it into a 60 decibel sound. How many times larger is the intensity of the sound waves coming out of the amplifier as compared to the intensity of the sound waves going into the amplifier?
Answer: ________________

Problem 2
An amplifier takes a 35 decibel sound and turns it into an 85 decibel sound. How many times larger is the intensity of the sound waves coming out of the amplifier as compared to the intensity of the sound waves going into the amplifier?
Answer: ________________

Problem 3
An amplifier takes a 10 decibel sound and turns it into a 70 decibel sound. How many times larger is the intensity of the sound waves coming out of the amplifier as compared to the intensity of the sound waves going into the amplifier?
Answer: ________________

Problem 4
An amplifier takes a 57 decibel sound and turns it into a 87 decibel sound.  How many times larger is the intensity of the sound waves coming out of the amplifier as compared to the intensity of the sound waves going into the amplifier?
Answer: ________________

New Online Classes

Online Classes (Self-Paced)
Outschool coupon code: use code LAURAGL2020 to get $20 OFF your first class
High School Chemistry Crash Course (self-paced)
High School Physics Crash Course (self-paced)
Holst: The Planets - A Musical Journey (self-paced)
Sergei Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf - A Musical Journey (self-paced)
Strategies for the ACT Test (self-paced)
Emma by Jane Austen - English Literature (self-paced)
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen - English Literature (self-paced)
The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)
The Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)
The Two Towers by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)
The Return of the King by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature (self-paced)

New Online Courses

Outschool coupon code: use code LAURAGL2020 to get $20 OFF your first class

High School Chemistry Crash Course

High School Physics Crash Course

Holst: The Planets - A Musical Journey

Strategies for the ACT Test

The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature

The Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen - English Literature

Out of the Silent Planet by C. S. Lewis - English Literature Class for 14 to 17-Year-Olds

New Online Classes

Outschool coupon code: use code LAURAGL2020 to get $20 OFF your first class

High School Chemistry Crash Course

High School Physics Crash Course

Holst: The Planets - A Musical Journey

Strategies for the ACT Test

The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien - English Literature

Out of the Silent Planet by C. S. Lewis - English Literature Class for 14 to 17-Year-Olds

Science Teaching Resources

Looking for science teaching resources? Check out my Teachers Pay Teachers shop.

Resources include:
- worksheets for common Chemistry and Physics concepts (answer keys included)
- PowerPoint slides and student handouts on common Chemistry concepts

You can find my store here.

Online Classes

New Worksheet - Chemistry - Ideal Gas Law and Stoichiometry

Directions: Using the ideal gas law and stoichiometry, solve the following problems.

PV = nRT
P stands for pressure in atmospheres
V stands for volume in liters
n stands for the number of moles
R stands for the Universal Gas Constant (0.0821 L atm / mol K)
T stands for temperature in Kelvin

K = ºC + 273
760 torr = 760 mmHg = 101.3 kPa = 1 atm

Use the following reaction to answer the questions below:
CH4 (l) + 2 O2 (g) → CO2 (g) + 2 H2O (g)

Problem 1
If 8.00 moles of CH4 are burned, what volume of oxygen is needed if the pressure is 0.957 atm, and the temperature is 68.0°C?
Answer: ________________

Problem 2
How many grams of water would be produced if 16.8 liters of oxygen were burned at a temperature of -31.0°C and a pressure of 1.51 atm?
Answer: ________________

Problem 3
If you burned one gallon of CH4 (approximately 1760 grams), how many liters of carbon dioxide would be produced at a temperature of 15.3°C and a pressure of 1.21 atm?
Answer: ________________

Problem 4
How many liters of oxygen would be needed to produced 26.0 liters of carbon dioxide if the temperature and pressure for both are 37.0°C and 1.99 atm?
Answer: ________________

Virtual Tutoring Sessions Available

Virtual tutoring sessions available:

- science and math for 7th-12th grade

- ACT or SAT prep

- pay by the session (via PayPal)

- sign up for just one session or however many you need

- you will need a reliable internet connection

- for more information, fill out the contact form on the right

New Chemistry Workbook

New! I’ve just released a Chemistry workbook on Amazon. Available both as a paperback and in Kindle format. Hone your Chemistry skills with this workbook. Includes practice problems for stoichiometry, molarity, molality, balancing equations, the gas laws, naming compounds, writing molecular formulas, thermodynamics, types of chemical reactions, and more. An answer key is included at the end of the book. Find it here.

Online Classes Summer 2023

Looking for science camps this summer? I offer a couple of different options.

ACT Preparation Course (over zoom - May 25 and June 1)
Is your high-school student taking the ACT test this year?
Here is an opportunity to help your student get ready for the test by---
- finding out what to expect on the test
- learning test-taking strategies
- reviewing the content that the test covers

High School Chemistry Crash Course - Flex Class (starting May 23)
This is a flexible schedule course, meaning that there are no live meetings. Each week, you will watch the videos (via an unlisted YouTube link which will be posted in the classroom) and work through the practice problems.
This class is designed as an introduction to core concepts in chemistry. In order to understand the material, the student needs to have completed Algebra I and should have access to a scientific calculator. Students who take and understand this course will be very well prepared for further, more in-depth chemistry courses. Hopefully, they will also gain an appreciation for chemistry around them in their everyday lives.

High School Chemistry Camp (starting July 21 and starting August 10)
This camp is designed as an introduction to core concepts in chemistry. In order to understand the material, the student needs to have completed Algebra I and should have access to a scientific calculator. Students who take and understand this course will be very well prepared for further, more in-depth chemistry courses. Hopefully, they will also gain an appreciation for chemistry around them in their every day lives.

In this course, we will cover the following topics:
- Periodic Table Basics
- Naming Compounds
- Writing Formulas
- Electron Configurations
- Balancing Equations
- Grams, Moles, and Stoichiometry
- Gas Laws
- Molality and Molarity

High School Physics Crash Course - Flex Class (starting May 23)
This is a flexible schedule course, meaning that there are no live meetings. Each week, you will watch the videos (via an unlisted YouTube link which will be posted in the classroom) and work through the practice problems.
This class is designed as an introduction to core concepts in physics. In order to understand the material, the student needs to have completed Algebra I and should have access to a scientific calculator. Students who take and understand this course will be very well prepared for further, more in-depth physics courses. Hopefully, they will also gain an appreciation for physics around them in their everyday lives.

High School Physics Camp (starting July 20)
This camp is designed as an introduction to core concepts in physics. In order to understand the material, the student needs to have completed Algebra I and should have access to a scientific calculator. Students who take and understand this course will be very well prepared for further, more in-depth physics courses. Hopefully, they will also gain an appreciation for physics around them in their everyday lives.

In this camp, we will cover the following topics:
* Dimensional Analysis, Metric Units, Scientific notation, Sig Figs
* Kinematics
* Two-Dimensional Kinematics
* Dynamics (Newton’s Laws of Motion)
* Work and Energy
* Power, Linear Momentum, Impulse, and Torque
* Electromagnetism

To register, click on each of the respective links above.

Lego Robotics Camp

This summer, we are offering a Lego Robotics camp.

Dates: June 19 - June 22, 2023

Times: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm each day

Open to campers between the ages of 12 and 15.

Cost: $150

Campers will work in teams to build and test increasingly more complex LEGO-based mobile robots with motors and sensors to perform tasks and react to their environment. They will learn how to program the bots by using software in which you place icons in sequence to create the instructions that you desire. It's easy to learn and introduces the concept of programming with objects (icons) and structures such as loops and conditional statements. Basic concepts will be discussed, including coordinate transformations, sensors, path planning, kinematics, feedback, and feed-forward control, stressing the importance of integrating sensors, effectors, and control.

Campers will build robots that can navigate obstacle courses and respond to a multitude of sensors, including motion, touch, and sound. Campers work with LEGO robots to master the programming of basic movements, and then progress to more difficult challenges.

For more details and registration, go here: https://linktr.ee/classwithmrsg

Science Teaching Resources

Looking for science teaching resources? Check out my Teachers Pay Teachers shop.

Resources include:
- worksheets for common Chemistry and Physics concepts (answer keys included)
- PowerPoint slides and student handouts on common Chemistry concepts

You can find my store here.

Lego Robotics Camp - June 2023

This summer, I am offering a Lego Robotics camp.

Dates: June 19 - June 22, 2023
Times: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm each day
Open to campers between the ages of 12 and 15.
Cost: $150

Campers will work in teams to build and test increasingly more complex LEGO-based mobile robots with motors and sensors to perform tasks and react to their environment. They will learn how to program the bots by using software in which you place icons in sequence to create the instructions that you desire. It's easy to learn and introduces the concept of programming with objects (icons) and structures such as loops and conditional statements. Basic concepts will be discussed, including coordinate transformations, sensors, path planning, kinematics, feedback, and feed-forward control, stressing the importance of integrating sensors, effectors, and control.

Campers will build robots that can navigate obstacle courses and respond to a multitude of sensors, including motion, touch, and sound. Campers work with LEGO robots to master the programming of basic movements, and then progress to more difficult challenges.

For more details and registration, go here.

New Worksheet - Chemistry - Molality

Directions: Using these formulas, solve the following problems.

molality = mol solute / kg solvent
1 amu = 1 gram / mol
ΔTfreezing = (- number of ions) (molality) (kf)
ΔTboiling = (number of ions) (molality) (kb)
kf and kb are constants for each individual solvent

Problem 1: What is the molality of a solution containing 611 g of Hg(CN)2 dissolved in 6870 g of methanol?
Answer: _______________________

Problem 2: What is the molality of a solution containing 19.3 g of NaCl dissolved in 396 g of water?
Answer: _______________________

Problem 3: How many grams of NaOH would be required to produce a 5.72 m solution with 942 g of water?
Answer: _______________________

Problem 4: How many grams of KCl would you need to dissolve in 191 g of vinegar in order to prepare a 1.21 m solution?
Answer: _______________________

Problem 5: Calculate the molality of 5.89 g NaCl dissolved in 416 g of water.
Answer: _______________________

Problem 6: Calculate the molality of 1.43 g Na2CO3 dissolved in 315 g of water.
Answer: _______________________

Problem 7: Calculate the molality of 5.18 g KBr dissolved in 124 g of water.
Answer: _______________________

Problem 8: What are the new boiling and freezing points for a solution with 591 g KBr dissolved in 7960 grams of water? (kb water = 0.512˚ C/m and kf water = 1.86˚ C/m)
Answer: _______________________

Problem 9: What are the new boiling and freezing points for a solution with 637 g NaOH dissolved in 1596 grams of water? (kb water = 0.512˚ C/m and kf water = 1.86˚ C/m)
Answer: _______________________


© 2023 Laura Glassel – lizzietutoring.blogspot.com

8 Fun and Educational After-School Activities for Kids

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School gets out, and your kids are bursting with energy, ready to take on the world…or at least the afternoon. It can be a challenge to keep them occupied, especially if you still have work to do or errands to run. Here are eight fun and educational after-school activities that will keep your kids engaged and on the track to success:

1. Teaching Them Entrepreneurship

What better way to encourage your child’s creativity and teach them essential life skills than by helping them start a small business? Guide them through developing a product or service, setting up a marketing plan, and opening up shop! They’ll learn how to budget their time and money, as well as how to interact with customers—all while having a blast!
There are countless types of businesses your teenager could launch, including (but not limited to):

• Lawn services
• Dropshipping
• Selling branded T-shirts or other merchandise
• Blog writing
• Tutoring
• Cake decorating

While it’s nice to have money in the bank, the true value of teen entrepreneurship is that it teaches your child how to launch and manage a company—skills that can pour over into other areas of their life. Help your child make a business plan, build a website, create a brand, and choose a legal structure. Limited liability companies (LLCs) tend to work well for teens because they’re low-risk and flexible and can protect their personal assets. The simplest way to form an LLC is to work with a formation service but compare reviews first.

2. STEM Projects

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education is more important than ever in our modern world. Luckily, there are tons of great STEM projects that your kids can do at home! From building a simple circuit to growing their own crystals, they’re sure to have a blast while learning about science and math. And who knows? They might just find their new passion!

3. Crafts and Art Projects

If your kids are more into arts and crafts, there are plenty of ways to turn their hobby into an educational experience. Visit your local craft store for some project ideas, or look online for tutorials on how to make anything from paper airplanes to origami animals. And don’t forget about all the great crafts you can make with things around the house, like homemade slime!

4. Volunteering in the Community

There’s no better way to teach kids the importance of giving back than by volunteering as a family. Check with your local schools, soup kitchens, or animal shelters to see what opportunities are available in your area. Not only will your children be helping others, but they’ll also learn valuable lessons about empathy and compassion. Everybody wins!

5. Coding

Teaching coding to kids is becoming increasingly important given the increasing number of jobs requiring programming skills. Coding can help instill advanced problem solving and critical-thinking skills, which can benefit children in a variety of ways including helping them make sense out of complex ideas. Additionally, coding also helps build self-confidence due to achieving tangible results and encourages creativity. Click here to find coding resources that can help your child learn.

6. Martial Arts

Is your child looking for an opportunity to stay active after school? Martial arts classes are an excellent option! These classes will give your child physical activity while teaching them discipline, focus, and respect—all while having fun. If they keep showing up to their classes, they may even earn themselves a black belt one day!

7. Sports

Joining a sports team will also keep your kid active while having fun. Soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis…your child has a plethora of options depending on their interests. They’ll make new friends, learn teamwork and leadership skills, and get some fresh air as they burn off some of that extra energy!

8. Foreign Languages

Learning a foreign language is a fantastic way for kids to boost their brain power and prepare for the future. With so many resources available online (and many schools now offering foreign language classes), it’s easier than ever for kids to get started. Why not have them pick a language they’re interested in and then help them practice at home? Pretty soon, they could be bilingual (or trilingual!).

Conclusion

As you can see, there’s no shortage of wonderful after-school activities to keep your kids happy, healthy, and engaged. Whether you’re teaching them about coding or starting a business, each of the ideas above will give them a leg up in life. So go ahead—try out one (or all!) of these activities with your kids today. We promise you won’t regret it!

Lizzie Tutoring will help your child find academic success and build study skills and confidence. Virtual sessions are available!


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Online Classes

Virtual Tutoring Sessions Available

Virtual tutoring sessions available:

- science and math for 7th-12th grade

- ACT or SAT prep

- pay by the session (via PayPal)

- sign up for just one session or however many you need

- you will need a reliable internet connection

- for more information, fill out the contact form on the right

Science Teaching Resources

Looking for science teaching resources? Check out my Teachers Pay Teachers shop.

Resources include:
- worksheets for common Chemistry and Physics concepts (answer keys included)
- PowerPoint slides and student handouts on common Chemistry concepts

You can find my store here.