ANIMALS A-Z (for ages 3-5)
Schedule: Monday & Wednesday @ 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Start Date: April 3, 2023
Term Dates: April 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, May 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, June 5, 7 (18 sessions)
Teacher: Ms. Faye Norton
Program:
For children ages 3-5 who love animals (both native English-speakers and EAL learners)
Focus: English vocabulary, science, and geography through the topic of ANIMALS
Aims: To support young children's understanding of the alphabetic principle (letter sounds, phoneme isolation), oral language development (speaking, listening, vocabulary), and building background knowledge about the world (land/water, continents, animal needs, habitats)
This program supports the Sustainable Development Goals #14 (Life Below Water) and #15 (Life On Land), as the children will learn about a wide range of animals and their needs and natural habitats. Letter sound instruction is based on Zoo Phonics: https://zoo-phonics.com/.
SNAPOLOGY ROBOPETS (for ages 4-6)
Schedule: Tuesday: 3:45-4:45 pm
Start Date: April 4, 2023
Term Dates: Apr 4, 11, 18, 25, May 9, 16, 23, 30, Jun 6 (9 sessions)
Teacher: from Snapology
Program: Children will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build simple animal models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building a fish or alligator or discovering ways that gears and wheels and axles create movement while building robotic dogs or frog, your child is sure to have a great time!
What will they learn?
- Axles, Wheels, Gears, and Motors: Children will learn about the importance of Axles, wheels, gears, and motor in mechanical movement. They will actively experiment with these components to create their robots, while facilitating a deeper understanding of mechanics.- Axles, Wheels, Gears, and Motors: Children will learn about the importance of Axles, wheels, gears, and motor in mechanical movement. They will actively experiment with these components to create their robots, while facilitating a deeper understanding of mechanics.- Programming skills: Each week, children will be given a simple program to operate their robotic build. Students are then encouraged to use critical thinking and programming skills to enhance their robot's program. Whether making their build respond to motion and tilt sensors, adding loops, or creating fun sounds, children will learn valuable programming skills in an easy to use, drag and drop programming format.- Habitat and Basic Needs: Students will learn about habitats and examine the basic needs of different animals, including those that are robotic! They will build creatively to design a perfect home for their robotic pets!- Teamwork/ Partner Skills: At Snapology, teamwork is essential for creating a fun and productive atmosphere while practicing social skills. Your child will work with a partner to create each robot and solve each challenge presented in class.ART (for ages 4-7)
Schedule: Tuesday/ Wednesday @ 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Start Date: April 4/5, 2023
Term Dates: Tuesday class: Apr 4, 11, 18, 25 (4 sessions); Wednesday class: Apr 5, 12, 19, 26 (4 sessions)
Teacher: Ms. Charmaine LeRoux (KCS Teacher)
Program: Students will use different mediums such as acrylic paints, watercolors, and pens, to create unique artwork depicting landscapes, perspective, and animals.
DISCOVERY SCIENCE (for ages 4-6)
Schedule: Wednesday/ Thursday @ 4:00-4:45 pm
Start Date: April 5/6, 2023
Term Dates: Wednesday class: Apr 5, 12, 19, 26, May 10, 17, 24, 31, Jun 7 (9 sessions); Thursday Apr 6, 13, 20, 27, May 11, 18, 25, Jun 1, 8 (9 sessions)
Teacher: Ms. Tram Nguyen (KCS Teacher)
Program:
Discovering scientific concepts through hands-on learning & fun experiments
Developing scientific inquiry and research skills
Curriculum topics include Physical Science (physics & chemistry), Life Science (zoology & botany), Earth Science (geology & astronomy) - Course content varies by term
JUNIOR CHESS CLUB (for ages 4-6):
Schedule: Thursday @ 3:45-4:45 pm
Start Date: April 20, 2023
Term Dates: Apr 20, 27, May 11, 18, 25, Jun 1, 8 (7 sessions)
Teacher: Mr. Valentin (from Genius Chess School PMH)
Program: Developing/improving logical thinking, concentration, decision-making, problem-solving and logical thinking through learning and playing chess. Through instructions, games, and practice, students will learn basic strategies so they can play chess with friends and have fun.