Classes for College for Kids

Kindergarten

Science Experiments (MTWTh)
Each day we will explore a science topic. The first day we will talk about seeds and plants. The second day we will discuss the stages of a butterfly. The third and fourth days we will learn about the five senses and do experiments with liquids.

Krafts for Kids (MTWTh)
We will be working with paint, weaving, beads, glitter and more! Some projects include bookmarks, pens, necklaces, games, bead art, magnets, and a painting. Kids will bring home at least ten projects.

Grades 1 & 2

Alien Adventure (MTWTh)
Take a trip into outer space! In this class we will be exploring the outer regions. Learn about the planets, sun, and entire universe. Activities include many hands-on experiments, creative arts, rocket building, and edible science projects.

Chemistry (MTWTh)
Observe, experiment, and research! Separate liquid from a solid, fi nd out about the colors in ink, and grow a large crystal. Recover water from a colored solution; study the strange behavior of starch & water.

Exploring Art (MTWTh)
Are you creative? Do you like exploring the world of art using a variety of mediums? Then this is the class for you! Projects may include: sand art, paper mache, kaleidoscopes, mosaics, homemade jewelry, and more. Experience the many facets of being creative with art.

Insects and Their Relatives (MTWTh)
Do you like bugs? Do you know how many different kinds of bugs there are around you? Join the fun and discover how to collect, mount, and identify insects!

Reading Games (MTWTh)
Practice digraphs, rhymes, and word families using homemade and purchased games; some will be at a table while others will be movement-oriented. A simple, effective way to build early reading skills.

Science is Fun! (MTWTh)
Lots of simple, interesting, and sometimes messy science experiments created just for little hands. We will discuss in very simple terms what is happening during these experiments. A handout for simple, inexpensive science projects for parents to do at-home with their children is also provided. This will be a fun, hands-on learning experience for your children!

Skip Counting Plus (MTWTh)
Snap-together squares, coins, and base-ten blocks will be used to show how much fun and easy skip counting can be. Learn how to multiply by 2's, 5's, 10's, etc. with lots of hands-on movement activities.

Grades 3 & 4

Paint Experimenting (MT)
Involves nature and the outdoor world in an exploration of color and paint mixing and using different types of paint with various methods of application will be explained. Experimentation and creativity will be stressed.

Living the Pioneer Life (MT)
Ever wanted to see what it was like to live like a pioneer? Learn how to make and eat delicious pioneer food, animal pin cushions, and a variety of pioneer treasures. Play pioneer games and make toys that the pioneer children enjoyed playing with.

Rock Hounds (MT)
Become a Rock Hound through many hands-on activities. Start a rock collection, create a mosaic with rock chips, see how heat and pressure change crayons, find small fossils, and paint a plaster cast of a real shark tooth!

Scrapbooking Superstars (MT or WTh)
Bring your favorite photos of family, friends, birthdays, vacations, pets, etc. to create your very own scrapbook pages. Learn how to crop, mat, and mount photos, journal your memories, and embellish while using fun papers, stickers, paper punches, stencils, and more!

Who Done It? (MT or WTh)
Use logic and science to solve mysteries. Participants will learn how evidence collected at crime scenes can be used to determine what happened, how, and who did it.

Caves & Rivers (counts as 2 classes, meets MTWTh)
Have an outdoor adventure! Discover how caves are formed and why rivers are important. Then take a field trip to explore a real cave, canoe down a river! $10 fee includes canoe rental.

Chinese Culture (WTh)
Children journey to China through art, crafts, games, music, and language. Students learn simple Chinese phrases, geography, folk songs, and Chinese painting.

Paper Art (WTh)
Paper will be used as a tool of art exploration and expression. Experiment with different types of paper, make paper from scraps, and explore how those materials can be used to create. Using easy to find materials and recycling materials for art will be stressed.

Questions?

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