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Actors' Workshop!
Instructor: Professional Actors from Kenn Adams Synergy Theater
Grade Level: 1- 5
Day/Dates: Wednesday – Nov 20 | Dec 4, 11, 18 | Jan 8, 15, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19
(no class on Jan 22)
Sessions: 10 classes x 60 minutes
Time: 2:05 - 3:05pm
Room: Stage
Tuition: Early Bird - $200 After November 6 - $210
It’s laughter, learning and limelight with the After School Drama Club’s The Actor’s Workshop! Through a fun series of theater games, acting exercises and scripted scene work, this introductory acting class teaches the fundamentals of the actor’s craft. Students explore the “three tools of the actor” – voice, body and imagination – as they learn how to create characters, interpret scripts and perform for an audience. The class teaches true theater skills such as stagecraft, emotionally truthful acting, and professional theater etiquette, while encouraging creativity and inspiring the imagination. The class culminates with a free workshop presentation of scenes and monologues for an invited audience.
Take it once or take it again and again! Students are encouraged to repeat the program several times. While the overall objectives remain the same, there are always new games, new activities and new performance scenes to keep the program varied and interesting. As students progress through successive iterations of the program, they continue to work on more sophisticated material in order to ensure that their skills continue to grow and that they are being appropriately challenged.
AI ML for Young Minds
Instructor: CompuChild Instructor
Grade Level: 2 - 5
Day/Dates: Tuesday - Nov 19 | Dec 3, 10, 17 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11
Sessions: 10 classes x 1 hour
Time: 3:05 - 4:05pm
Room: C103
Tuition: Early Bird - $218 After November 5 - $228
With the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technology, it is important to introduce children to how these technologies work at the fundamental level and to train them in the use of these tools to enhance efficiency. Students will be experimenting with a variety of AI and ML tools from language models to art, sound, and animation. They will also be made aware of the weaknesses, biases, and sources of errors that these tools can be prone to. Designed by STEM Certified provider CompuChild’s outstanding team members of Ph.Ds and Ed.Ds.
Café Art: Creative Art Journaling Adventure
Instructor: Ms. Jean Wright from Cafe Art
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Friday – Dec 6, 13 | Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 | Feb 7,21
Sessions: 8 classes x 75 minutes
Time: 2:05 - 3:20 pm
Room: C106
Tuition: Early Bird - $200 After November 22 - $210
Join us for an exciting session where creativity and self-expression come to life! In our Fall After-School Art and Journaling Class, students will dive into the world of journaling, scrapbooking, and imaginative art projects. This class is designed to help children explore creative and artistic ways to journal their hopes, feelings, memories, and goals while crafting personal art pieces.
There is no "right way" to do art or journaling, making this class a perfect space for kids to freely express themselves. Art journaling is all about the process of being creative, whether it's ugly, pretty, messy, neat, silly, profound, quiet, loud, sad, happy, or expressive—all without judgment.
Students are encouraged to bring their own photos (4x6 or smaller) to document events in their lives or incorporate them into their art projects. Throughout the session, students will create their own art journal and learn techniques such as collage, stamping, and metal art. This class promises a fun, engaging, and enriching experience for all young artists!
Journaling helps to encourage self-confident but also with communication skills, creativity, emotional well-being, memory, self awareness and literacy.
Calling All Muggles for Challenge Island’s All-New WIZARDRY PARTY Class!
Instructor: Challenge Island Instructor
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Tuesday - Dec 3, 10, 17 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4
Sessions: 8 sessions x 75 minutes
Time: 3:05 - 4.20pm
Room: Stage
Tuition: Early Bird Pricing - $218 After November 19 - $228
Step into a world of magic with our spellbinding STEAM challenges! At Wizardry Party Class, you’ll craft your very own magic wand, navigate the mystical STEAMbots Bank, find a way through enchanted mazes all while sharpening their problem-solving and critical thinking skills!
Next up, it's time for the Chocolate Frog Races—a thrilling dash through the wizarding world that uncovers the magic behind forces and motion. Finally, mix up some mystical fun with the Dragon Toothpaste Activity and unlock the secrets of chemical reactions in this hands-on potion-making adventure.
Each magical challenge will unlock the secrets of science, from bubbling chemical reactions to the forces behind flying broomsticks!
It’s a class full of adventure, hands-on learning, and fantastical fun as we bring the world of Harry Potter to life—STEAM-style! Don’t miss your chance to dive into the enchantment of STEAM-WARTS Class!
Chess Academy for Kids (Thursday)
Instructor: Pacific Chess Academy
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Thursday – Nov 21 | Dec 5, 12, 19 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20
Sessions: 10 classes x 1 hour
Time: 2.05 - 3:05pm
Room: D104
Tuition: Early Bird - $208 After November 7 - $218
Learn chess with Pacific Chess Academy! Offered to all levels (Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced) this program is a great opportunity for kids to learn how to overcome obstacles, think strategically, cultivate champion psychology, stay focused, and make new friends.
Each lesson consists of interactive instructions, analysis, and tournament games during which students play against each other. Lessons are fun and easy to follow and include individual instructions to practice at home. Kids are provided with all necessary chess equipment for lessons (boards, pieces, clocks, demonstration tools).
Additional online sessions (two per semester) will help students to improve their skills and become decent chess players in no time. In-person tournaments are organized at the end of each semester- all participants get trophies! Our students can enjoy a FREE application PACIFIC CHESS ACADEMY, easily downloadable from AppStore, to play against friends or computers, solve puzzles and participate in online tournaments. The Leaderboard allows parents to monitor their children’ progress.
6 Reasons Kids Should Learn Chess
- Improves concentration, attention span and memory abilities
- Enhances reading and math skills
- Fosters critical-thinking and creativity in young minds
- Encourages and rewards hard work
- Develops problem solving skills
- Exercises both sides of your brain
Clay With Me: Videography & Claymation
Instructor: Ms Christine Miller, Amador Teacher
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Thursday - Dec 5, 12, 19 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6
Sessions: 8 classes x 75 Minutes
Time: 2:05- 3:20pm
Room: B102
Tuition: Early Bird - $200 After November 22 - $210
Are you interested in being a director and creating your own videos? Have you ever used a green screen? Would you like to create your own Claymation movie? If all of this sounds like fun to you then this is the class for you. We will combine science with clay by creating Claymation videos. Students will create their own podcasting videos using the latest state-of-the-art technology and videography. Lift off into space and create a digital video of the moon phases or get creative and create a Claymation video of our childhood favorite stories. All this and more are possible in this fun new class offered only to Amador students.
Clean Technology & Electrical Circuits
Instructor: CompuChild Instructor
Grade Level: 2 - 5
Day/Dates: Friday - Dec 6, 13 | Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 | Feb 7,21, 28
Sessions: 9 classes x 67 minutes
Time: 2:05pm - 3:12pm
Room: L102
Tuition: Early Bird - $218 After November 22 - $228
Let your student explore the world of engineering, electronics and circuitry in this new and creative course designed to inspire your student’s interest in new forms of technology. This innovative and hands-on course combines electrical engineering and helps your student learn about important concepts like clean energy.
During the class, students will build their own circuits and learn in-depth about electricity, batteries, parallel and series circuits, resistors, switches, transistors and more.
Our instructors will teach basic engineering, electronics and circuitry concepts by building components (musical doorbell, siren, motion detectors, 2 speed fan with lights and many more) using hands-on Snap Circuit kits.
Students will also learn and build clean energy tools such as electric cars, windmills, solar powered car, and hand-generated power in addition to geothermal, hydrogen fuel cells, wind, solar, tidal, hydro, and other technologies. The class is perfect for budding environmentalists and future engineers!
Code to Play
Instructor: CompuChild Instructor
Grade Level: TK, K - 1
Day/Dates: Monday – Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 13, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24
Sessions: 8 classes x 60 minutes
Time: 3:05 - 4:05pm
Room: C103
Tuition: Early Bird - $218 After November 4 - $228
Children will explore the wonderful world of coding and logical thinking using physical tiles (no screen time) to make their bot move, sing, dance, and create beautiful artwork. Coding concepts such as; sequences, loops, and subroutines will be introduced through fun projects around treasure hunts and exploration. This fundamental coding course has been designed by CompuChild’s outstanding team members with a Ph.D. in engineering, children’s librarian, and a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.). We are one of the two national children’s education franchises that are ‘STEM Certified’ by Cognia.
Creatif - Drawing & Painting
Instructor: Creatif Art Instructor
Grade Level: 1- 5
Day/Dates: Wednesday - Dec 4, 11, 18 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5
Sessions: 8 classes x 75 minutes
Time: 2:05 - 3:20pm
Room: L101
Tuition: Early Bird - $205 After November 20 - $215
Join us for an exciting and interactive drawing and painting class tailored specifically for young artists. Through this fun session they will be introduced to basic drawing and painting skills. They'll have the opportunity to express themselves artistically, creating vibrant artworks.
No prior experience required as this class is designed to inspire creativity and foster a love for art. Join us as we embark on a colorful journey of self-expression and creativity! Enroll your child today to ignite their passion for drawing and painting.
Students can re-enroll as there are many art projects to work on.
Escape Room Fun!
Instructor: Ms Darcie Hamilton, Amador Teacher
Grade Level: 3 - 5
Day/Dates: Thursday - Dec 5, 12, 19 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20
Sessions: 9 classes x 67 Minutes
Time: 2:05 - 3:12pm
Room: C102
Tuition: Early Bird - $195 After November 21 - $205
A classroom escape room is a series of obstacles or challenges that students complete as a team in a specific amount of time (typically 45 - 60 minutes long). Escape Room is a great way for students to learn about new content and use their thinking skills to solve puzzles and riddles.
During the escape room challenge students will use their academic skills to read passages closely, think critically, answer comprehension questions, and use math skills to decipher challenging and fun puzzles! While working as a team, students will develop their intrapersonal skills such as communication and growth mindset as they journey together on this joint effort. The classroom teacher will be there to guide and support students along the path to solving these fun and challenging tasks. Escape or not - students are bound to have lots of fun in an interactive environment!
Additionally, students who are quick problem solvers will have access to google classroom to play an ongoing digital escape room or will be given tools to design their own escape room and challenges.
Additionally, students who are quick problem solvers will have access to google classroom to play an ongoing digital escape room or will be given tools to design their own escape room and challenges.
Game Development (90 mins)
Instructor: CompuChild
Grade Level: 2 - 5
Day/Dates: Wednesday – Nov 20 | Dec 4, 11, 18 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12
Sessions: 10 classes x 90 minutes
Time: 2:05 - 3:35pm
Room: D104
Tuition: Early Bird - $320 After November 6 - $330
This is a beginners course in design and building games. Students will be using the roblox game engine to build 3D games and learning the fundamentals of programming doing so. This is a fun way for kids to learn programming while applying their creative side to design games. They will be learning and practicing the concepts of variables, IF ELSE conditions, Loops, timers, functions, checkpoint, and events in this course.
Note: Students can enroll in this class twice without repeating any of the projects.
Handmade Holiday Gifts with Ms. Jennaro
Instructor: Ms. Angelina Jennaro, Amador Teacher
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Thursday - Nov 21 | Dec 5, 12, 19 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30
Sessions: 8 classes x 75 Minutes
Time: 2pm - 3:15pm
Room: B104
Tuition: Early Bird - $200 After November 7- $210
This engaging arts and crafts course is designed to spark creativity and develop artistic skills in students of all ages. Through a variety of hands-on projects, young artists will explore different mediums, techniques, and styles while having fun and expressing themselves creatively.
Get into the holiday spirit by creating your own unique arts and crafts! In this festive class, students will design and make beautiful handmade gifts perfect for Christmas giving. From personalized ornaments and holiday decorations to creative cards and thoughtful keepsakes, this class is all about using your imagination and crafting skills to make special gifts for loved ones. With a variety of materials and techniques, you'll leave with one-of-a-kind creations that are sure to bring joy this holiday season!
Each session will focus on a new theme or concept, allowing students to discover the joy of making art with their own hands. From painting and drawing to sculpting and crafting, this course encourages imagination and problem-solving in a supportive and inclusive environment. Students will not only create beautiful artworks but also learn valuable skills such as teamwork, patience, and attention to detail. Join us for a colorful journey where every child's creativity can flourish!
Keys to Becoming a Confident Inspirational Presenter & Creative Writer!
Instructor: Gurus Education, East Bay
Grade Level: 2 - 5
Day/Dates: Monday – Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 13, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24 | Mar 3
Sessions: 9 classes x 67 minutes
Time: 3:05 - 4.12pm
Room: L102
Tuition: Early Bird Pricing - $218 After November 4 - $228
A highly confident speaker is viewed as being more credible & knowledgeable.
Our goal is to help kids overcome public speaking anxiety, voice their opinion confidently, present impressively and write effectively in 6 easy steps. Students will gain an understanding of various writing formats such as persuasive, narrative, descriptive etc. They will also learn to make strong arguments by providing reasoning and evidence on thought provoking debatable topics.
This course will help kids formulate their thoughts with a clear and concise structure and prepare them for SUCCESS with CONFIDENCE!!
Lando LEGO Engineering & Design Thinking Class (2 Hours)
Instructor: Lando Trained Instructor
Grade Level: 1- 3
Day/Dates: Wednesday – Dec 4, 11, 18 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19
Sessions: 10 classes x 2 hour
Time: 2:05 - 4:05pm
Room: C103
Tuition: Early Bird - $430 After November 6 - $440
Students discover an excitement for engineering as they design, prototype, and test solutions to real-world challenges with LEGO bricks — building grittiness and problem-solving skills along the way. Each class features progressively challenging levels of a distinct engineering problem, like building domes that withstand asteroids, designing air cannons to launch circus performers, or creating air filters to remove debris. Plus, we regularly share class learnings and photos of each student’s creations with families after class.
LEGO® Robotics
Instructor: CompuChild Instructor
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Monday – Nov 18 | Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 13, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24 | Mar 3
Sessions: 10 classes x 1 hour
Time: 3:05 - 4:05pm
Room: C103
Tuition: Early Bird - $218 After November 4 - $228
Kids will have a great time in this hands-on Robotics course while also being introduced to various aspects of mechanical, electrical, and computer science Engineering. Students will be introduced to a block coding language in order to provide an intuitive understanding for programming as well as provide easy to follow instructions to build many simple machines.
In every class session students will use Lego pieces to build figures like airplanes, alligators, a smart spinner, etc., and they will be introduced to mechanical and electrical mechanisms like sensors, gears, pullies. They will then use block programming to help their fit all these pieces together to create their own moving project.
Note: Students can enroll in this class two times without repeating activities.
LEGO Robotics: Beyond the Basics
Prerequisite: To enroll in this course you MUST have first completed our Lego Robotics, WeDo Lego Robotics for Elementary Students or some other beginning Robotics class so your child is familiar with the basics of block coding. Otherwise, students should enroll in the Lego Robotics class at least once before enrolling in the Happy Traveller Lego Robotics course.
Instructor: CompuChild Instructor
Grade Level: 2 - 5
Day/Dates: Monday – Nov 18 | Dec 2, 9, 16 | Jan 13, 27 | Feb 3, 10, 24 | Mar 3
Sessions: 10 classes x 1 hour
Time: 3:05 - 4:05pm
Room: C103
Tuition: Early Bird - $218 After November 4 - $228
This unit will develop your students' understanding of computer science as they create sequences and loops, decompose problems, and improve programs to meet specific needs. They'll investigate ways of accurately describing the decisions they've made when creating a program, carry out fair tests, and develop their ability to generate and debug multiple solutions. Your students will recount experiences using relevant facts and descriptive details. This will help them to improve their communication skills.
They will build river ferries, swamp boats, cable carts etc. by using LEGO pieces and program these LEGO figures to perform various actions.
Math Marvel! Grade 3
Instructor: Talentnook Academy
Grade Level: 3
Day/Dates: Wednesday - Dec 4, 11, 18 | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19
Sessions: 10 classes x 1 hour
Time: 2:05 - 3:05pm
Room: L102
Tuition: Early Bird - $230 After November 20 - $240
Our Math After-School Program is designed to help students build a solid foundation in math through engaging, hands-on activities and problem-solving exercises. Each grade level focuses on enhancing essential math skills while fostering a love for learning and boosting confidence. With interactive lessons and personalized support, students are encouraged to explore mathematical concepts at their own pace. Whether your child needs extra practice or is ready for a challenge, our program is tailored to meet the needs of each grade level and learning style.
In Grade 3, students will dive deeper into more complex math concepts, such as multiplication, division, and fractions. This program is designed to strengthen their computational skills and introduce strategies for solving multi-step word problems. Through interactive lessons, third graders will explore geometry, learn to tell time to the minute, and develop their understanding of fractions as part of a whole. This engaging program prepares students for more advanced problem-solving and math challenges.
Key Focus Areas:
- Multiplication and division facts
- Introduction to fractions and understanding part-whole relationships
- Solving multi-step word problems
- Understanding area and perimeter
- Identifying geometric shapes and their properties
Mindfulness in Movement (Yoga for Kids)
Instructor: Vanessa Leong, Amador 5th Grade Teacher
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Thursday - Dec 12, 19 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Feb 6, 20, 27
Sessions: 9 classes x 67 minutes
Time: 2:05 - 3:12pm
Room: Stage
Tuition: Early Bird - $200 After November 28 - $210
Mindfulness in movement will develop a student's whole self by creating positivity within, building self awareness, gaining confidence and academic achievement through yoga practices and mindful awareness techniques. In this course of Mindfulness in Movement, students will build social emotional skills through mindful, breathing and relaxation activities. We will also incorporate team building activities, which will cultivate and increase confidence in their ability to handle personal problems and deal with emotional challenges calmly. Together we will foster gratitude, resilience, cooperative, self awareness, kindness and making good choices that your child could apply throughout their lives.
Reading Comprehension and Writing Strategies: Expository Writing For Grades 1-5
Note: Students may re-enroll in all Talent Nook Writing & Reading courses as the themes change from session to session and the students will learn a new curriculum each time they enroll in one of their courses.
Instructor: Talentnook Writing & Reading Academy
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Tuesday - Dec 3, 10, 17 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 18
Sessions: 10 classes x 1 hour
Time: 3:05 - 4:05pm
Room: C106
Tuition: Early Bird Pricing - $230 After November 19 - $240
This program aims to enhance students' reading comprehension and writing skills through a focused approach to expository writing. Each week, students will engage with relevant texts such as how-to guides, comparison and descriptive essays, cause-and-effect essays, and problem-solution essays.
Our young learners will be engaged entirely in themes like "The Perfect Ice Cream Sundae," "How to Make a Taco," "Oranges vs. Apples," and "Traditional vs. Digital Books", to name a few. They will learn to identify main ideas, make inferences, and summarize essential information using strategies like organizing their thoughts, articulating ideas clearly, and effectively communicating information to others. Key elements of this process include maintaining an objective tone, ensuring a clear structure, and emphasizing clarity and precision in their writing.
Reading Comprehension and Writing Strategies will enable your student to:
- Analyze texts, identify key ideas, and make informed inferences, strengthening overall comprehension skills.
- Express their thoughts through structured expository writing strategies, enhancing writing proficiency.
- Connect reading to writing through interactive themed lessons.
Soccer Stars! K - 2
Soccer Stars is open for repeat enrollment, so students can join again and again and learn different skills at each session!
Instructor: Professional Coaches from Soccer Stars Contra Costa
Grade Level: K - 2
Day/Dates: Tuesday -Nov 19 | Dec 3, 10, 17 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4
Sessions: 9 classes x 67 minutes
Time: 3:05 - 4:12pm
Room: Field
Tuition: Early Bird - $225 November 5 - $235
At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as the vehicle to help children improve their soccer skills, build self-confidence in the game of soccer and life, and learn what it means to be a good teammate both on and off the field.
Our curriculum was developed by early childhood educators and soccer professionals. Our structured classes teach soccer FUNdamentals through imagination and play--each class has a theme (i.e. the beach, outer space, race track) which makes learning fun! Our coaches are patient and a ton of fun; they not only love working with children, but also enjoy developing these skills in a nurturing and non-competitive environment!
In our K-2nd program, the primary focus is body movement with the ball. Your child will be introduced to juggling, concepts of teammates and teamwork, and other skill-building activities that work on dribbling techniques, shooting, turning with the ball, defending, and other moves that promote confidence with the ball.
*Each child will receive a Super Soccer Stars Medal at the end of the season.
Note: If your child is enrolled in EDCC please complete and turn in the required EDCC form allowing them to release your child to the Soccer Stars instructor. Otherwise, parents will need to bring their students back to school to attend this afternoon class.
Soccer Stars! Grades 3 - 5
Soccer Stars is open for repeat enrollment, so students can join again and again and learn different skills at each session!
Instructor: Professional Coaches from Soccer Stars Contra Costa
Grade Level: 3 - 5
Day/Dates: Tuesday - Nov 19 | Dec 3, 10, 17 | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Feb 4
Sessions: 9 classes x 67 minutes
Time: 3:05 - 4:12pm
Room: Field
Tuition: Early Bird - $225 November 5 - $235
At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as the vehicle to help children improve their soccer skills, build self-confidence in the game of soccer and life, and learn what it means to be a good teammate both on and off the field.
Our curriculum was developed by early childhood educators and soccer professionals. Our structured classes teach soccer FUNdamentals through imagination and play--each class has a theme (i.e. the beach, outer space, race track) which makes learning fun! Our coaches are patient and a ton of fun; they not only love working with children, but also enjoy developing these skills in a nurturing and non-competitive environment!
In our 3rd-5th grade program, players will improve their creative capacity through technical skill development and small-sided games. This allows for freedom of expression with the ball—a vital concept is emphasized with the introduction of 1v1 dribbling and defending games. The addition of opponents allows the player to make decisions under pressure. High repetition ball control activities help each player become more proficient with the ball.
*Each child will receive a Super Soccer Stars Medal at the end of the season.
Unlock Your Child’s Creative Writing Potential with Ms Urdahl!
Instructor: Ms Elizabeth Urdahl (formerly Littlejohn)
Grade Level: 1 - 5
Day/Dates: Thursday - Nov 21 | Dec 5, 12, 19 | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30
Sessions: 8 classes x 75 Minutes
Time: 2pm - 3:15pm
Room: B103
Tuition: Early Bird - $200 After November 7 - $210
Does your child have a passion for writing, or perhaps they could use a little extra support with their storytelling skills? Whether they’re a budding author or need some encouragement, this class is the perfect fit!
Led by Amador teacher, Ms. Elizabeth Urdahl, this dynamic writing class welcomes both returning and new students. Writing is a journey that flourishes with practice, and Ms. Urdahl loves watching her students grow along the way. In this evolving course, your student will dive into the fundamentals of storytelling, learning to develop characters, plots, and settings. They'll also engage their five senses to add rich details to their stories, making them more vivid and captivating.
From creative activities like raffle stories and random picture stories to painted paper and seasonal stories, your student will explore exciting ways to think outside the box and bring their ideas to life. The class fosters a love of writing in a fun, upbeat environment, where experimentation and creativity are encouraged at every turn.
But that’s not all! We also focus on enhancing presentation skills, helping students share their stories with confidence and expression. They’ll learn how to engage their audience with intonation and enthusiasm while also practicing the art of giving and receiving constructive, respectful feedback.
Give your child the gift of imagination and confidence through writing—and watch their creativity soar!
Winter Fun Learning Chinese: Mandarin Chinese Class for K-5
Instructor: Ms. Yu Wang, Owner Joyful Thoughts Mandaring Immersion Program
Grade Level: K - 5
Day/Dates: Wednesday – Dec 4, 11 | Jan 15, 22, 29 | Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
(no class on Dec 18 or Jan 8)
Sessions: 9 classes x 67 minutes
Time: 2:05 - 3:12pm
Room: C106
Tuition: Early Bird - $210 After November 20 - $220
Join us this winter for an exciting journey into Mandarin Chinese! In this dynamic class, you’ll explore engaging topics such as the winter season, falling leaves, temperature changes, ways to enhance your social-emotional skills, and the vibrant celebrations of Chinese New Year.
Our curriculum immerses you in the language through interactive activities that include listening, speaking, reading, and writing. You’ll learn practical phrases and sentence structures that are useful in everyday life.
By integrating these captivating themes, we strive to maintain your interest and facilitate a natural acquisition of Mandarin. Embrace the joy of learning with us this winter as we embark on this exciting journey together!
What you will gain:
- Enhanced Language Skills: Improve your listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities in Mandarin.
- Practical Communication: Learn useful phrases and sentence structures that will prepare you to communicate confidently with native speakers in real-life situations.
- Engaging Activities: Participate in fun and interactive lessons that keep you motivated and inspired.
- Joyful Learning Experience: Experience a natural approach to language learning that moves beyond boring repetition. Our engaging methodology allows you to acquire Mandarin intuitively and enjoyably, making the process both effective and memorable.