Y'all, OMG! I'm so excited for our Spring Semester! We have such a great 1st Semester this year, that we decided to continue the fun into the new school year!
We've only changed a few classes. Instead of our Crafting @ the Park Class, we're replacing it with the NEW! Brother's Grimm Unit Study Class! And since we've performed our Encanto Musical, we will be starting auditions/rehearsals for The Series of Unfortunate Events next semester! We're also started our ASL classes over like we do each semester.
Spring Semester Classes:
Secret Garden Unit Study: We're halfway through the book, but it's easy to join in on the fund! We read a chapter each day from the book, and then we'll do either a recipe, activities, or both!
Minecraft: The kids have spoken, and we're going to do the next level Minecraft LAB STEM Book. We will still be using our Minecraft Cookbook to learn how to make many different recipes!
Larbredevie School of Magic Unit Study: Our first semester of the kid's inspired school of magic that the kids helped create went magically, as predicted! We're going to keep going with this one. Can't see us removing this one any time soon!
Dragon Warriors: We love dragons and are having fun learning through some creative classes, including: Dragonology (Unit Study about dragon myths & facts), Monsterology (Mythical Zoology), Feasting (Cooking), Mycology (study of Mushrooms, poisonous/non-poisonous), Mythology (Norse), Pirateology (History), & War Games (PE - Axe Throwing, Bows & Arrows, Dragon Bounce Races, Obstacle Courses, Board & Card Games, etc.) No dragon hunters allowed!
ZOOM ASL Classes: yep, we all hate Zoom, however, it is exceptional when it comes to teaching & learning ASL, because we can record it and share it with those taking the class. That way, people can go back through and review each week. And yes, I've seen such a greater retention in learn and continuing to the next level since we started doing these Zoom classes. And because I'm Hard-of-Hearing, theses ASL classes are always on our calendar. They're extremely popular, and are usually the first class to fill up each semester. I was comfortable with 6, but decided to double it this semester to please more people.
Art @ The Park: Yep, I don't see this class being removed from the calendar any time soon. It's a popular class, and usually we have to keep a Waiting List, as it fills up fast. We use professional acrylic paints (that will stain clothes, so don't have anyone wearing anything they don't mind getting a little paint on.) and canvases, and the works. We do each painting step-by-step and use traceables when needed, which allows 3 year olds - all the way up to adults (If there's room. Kids first, of course.)
Brother's Grimm Unit Study: Yep, this is a new class! We'll read a story each week. Then we'll make a recipe from the Grimm Cookbook, and we'll also make a craft to go with each story and recipe!
Wilderness Survival: Yes, this class isn't going any where! I have a few signed up for it already that started in August, and have a few more spots that Newbies and jump in and start midway. We have 2 campouts each year, so if you're just joining us, your campout will be next December. We learn about Shelter, Fire, Water, Food, First Aid, Weather, Navigation, Communication, Safety, and Campout!
Herbology Health: I have my Master Herbologist Diploma and have been teaching Herbology to both kids and adults for over 10 years now. From medicinal tinctures, to homemade shampoos, to household cleaners, to how to use herbs in the kitchen, to herbal crafts...we do it all in this class!
Sewing Arts: Yep, I used to be a Costume Designer for a few different theatres. Started when I was homeschooled, and made LOTS of different things. Love being able to pass the knowledge of this dying art onto the next generation! We have lots of fun holiday themed projects we'll be working on this semester.
Theatre Arts: Dad's a theatre professor, and I got bit by the theatre bug MANY years ago. And so far, we've passed that down to some very theatrical kiddos! We're rehearsing for our end of the year production of Encanto the Musical! We have roles open for both actors and crew, so let me know if you'd like to join us! Never to late! I'll message back as quick as I can. Hope to see y'all soon!