Faerie Cottage Workshop
Do you believe in Faeries? Would you like to invite Faeries to live at your home? If so, come and learn some of the secrets in creating the perfect faerie cottage!
Students will need to bring materials to participate in this group, including a "cottage," such as a birdhouse or small dollhouse or hollowed out log, as well as decorative items to personalize each cottage, such as spaghum or Spanish moss, twigs, and other natural items.
Newspaper by Kids
Be a part of the newsmaking process, and learn newsmaking from start to finish. You will get expert advice on finding and writing news stories for our very own newspaper.
The Wonderful World of Penguins
Step into the wonderful world of penguins as we discover fascinating facts about our feathered friends.
Southern Boone Idol
Think you're the next Southern Boone Idol? Join us for song selection, rehearsal, and final performances. We'll enjoy individual and group performances.
Quilting
Students will learn sewing by putting together blocks of fabric to make a small quilt.
Healthy Snacks
Learn to fix a healthy snack for yourself and others! We'll be cooking and eating!
Students will need a $3 materials fee for this group. Students with food allergies should make careful class selections.
Computer Calendars
There will be two different sections of this class. Students will use Microsoft PowerPoint to create their own personalized calendars for 2008.
Poet*Tree
We will be reviewing different poetry styles, writing poems with partners, and working as a team to create a poet*tree.
Readers' Theater
Do you love to perform in a drama? This is the group for you. Come and join us for some reading fun and perform for others.
Theatrical Improvisation
How well do you think on your feet? Our group will be full of creative thinking games and drama activities. You will be encouraged to perform partner scenes and original monologues. Come show us the star you are!
Quit Bugging Me
In this class we will:
1. Dissect insects, in order to study their anatomy.
2. Catch (or at least try to catch)insects, in order to observe their habitat.
3. Pin an insect, in order to study preservation and collection of insects.
4. Eat (for those who are brave enough) an insect larvae, in order to consider insects as a food source.
Paper Mache
Want to learn more about "Chewed Paper" (aka "Paper Mache")? Let's explore the history of chewed paper and the process it takes to create something out of paper. You will design and create your very own paper mache piece to keep. We will get messy, so dress for the occasion.
Scarf Making
Need holiday gift ideas? Come to this workshop and learn how to create a loom that can then be used to create beautiful handmade scarves.
There will be a $3.00 materials fee for this workshop. Students will also need to bring a hammer (to make the loom) and yarn for their scarves.
What? Winter Gardening?
Sure! If you'd like to know more about what it takes to grow food even when there's snow on the ground, please join us. We'll learn a little about structures that help keep plants warm, the basics of making compost to feed the plants, and of course, how to plant seeds and baby seedlings.
Students will need to have coats, hats, gloves, and sturdy shoes as we will be going outside.Each student should bring one empty 2-liter soda bottle.
Do You Do Sudoku?
If you've never tried these
addicting logic puzzles, or if you're already hooked on those
nine squares of squares and would like to try some
letter, 5 x 2, or odd-shaped puzzles, this might be the class you're looking for.
Chess
Do you play chess? Would you like to learn how to play chess?
Join our group to play this fun and challenging game.
Primary Sessions (Grades K-2)
Kitchen Chemistry
Make homemade soda, bread, and mix kitchen ingredients to see the chemical reactions.
Students will need to bring flour, yeast, sugar, lemon juice, and 1 container of heavy cream OR $3.00 for this session. Students with food allergies should make careful class selections.
Hola, Mexico!
Let's explore Mexico together! We will make a Mexican flag, learn some exciting facts about Mexico, learn some Spanish words, and try some Mexican food.
The Land Down Under
Learn all about Australia. Create a dot painting like the aborigines. Learn Australian words and songs and make your own boomerang.
Mexico--Language and Culture
Hola, amigitos! Have you been yearning to get away from it all? Do you desire to explore another country, its language, and its culture? Join me on a "trip" to sunny Mexico. We'll learn basic Spanish, and sing and dance to Spanish songs. We'll also make some crafts inspired by Mexican culture. Bring your sombrero and join the fiesta!
Exploring Ancient Egypt
Make a mummy. Learn hieroglyphics and have an Egyptian feast! Learn about the culture and customs of ancient Egypt with fun hands-on projects.
Stacking Cups
Are you ready to try your hands at
sport stacking? In order to STACK FAST, master each stack, speed it up, and shoot for record times. Have fun!
Books Alive
Enjoy books read by a professional storyteller, and then create a themed craft or do an activity related to each week's story. If you like books, you'll like this!
Game Show Trivia Questions
Have fun answering questions and playing games! Stretch your mind and build your teamwork!
Movin' & Groovin'
Get on your feet and move to the beat! Come join the fun, everyone! We'll move and groove with our friends!
Who's Got Eagle Spirit?
Do you have EAGLE spirit? If you have school spirit and you like cheerleading, this is the place for you! We will learn cheers to cheer on our Eagles. We will also learn about being healthy and how important it is to get plenty of exercise. This is sure to be lots of fun, so GO EAGLES!
The Primary School Theater Company
Come read, act, and create as we explore Readers' Theater. We will decide on a play, read and practice the play and create costumes and props to enhance the performance. Our final meeting will be our grand finale performance.
Board Game Strategies
Learn how to follow the real rules of some classic games, like checkers and Junior Monopoly! We will take turns, play fair, and have fun.
Emergency, Emergency!
Let's make an emergency vehicle and act out what happens when 911 is called. We'll need medics, firefighters, and people from the police force. Emergency! Emergency!
Poetry
Find the power of words! We'll be reading and writing poems together.
Friendship Explorers
What makes a good friend? If you would like to learn how to be and have a good friend, you will enjoy our group! We will be sharing books, ideas, and crafts while exploring friendship!
Computer Calendars
Do you like to play on the computer? Do you like to draw and create things? If you answered yes to either question, then this cluster is for you! We will be using the computer to create a variety of projects including a custom calendar! Get ready to be computer-creative!
Soccer Aerobics
Get up, get ready, and get going! Enjoy learning more about the sport of soccer while meeting new people and participating in soccer related games and activities. We're gonna play fair, have fun, and have a ball!
Dog Therapy and Safety
Work with live dogs and learn how they help improve the quality of our lives.
Students with pet allergies or nervousness around animals should choose sessions carefully.
Scrapbooking
Make your memories last with this fun activity! Students should bring three pictures from home (and any personalized decorative stickers, paper, or embellishments they'd like to add to their pages).
