3 Day COURTNEY American Girl Baking Camp
In this 3 day camp, you will learn about Courtney and the American 1980's while baking some fun era-themed treats!
Kristi Rodenbeck
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(471)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
There are some days within the camp where the students will need to cook their treats. Many of the items that we make will also need to be chilled in the refrigerator prior to eating.Class Experience
By popular request... introducing, American Girl x Baking! This 3 day camp is an opportunity to learn about American Girl book character, Courtney Moore while baking some fun treats. Each meeting, we will learn, chat, and bake! **This is an extended version of my one-time Courtney class. I use the same materials/slides/information, just split into three days while adding some baking activities.*** In this three time class, I will introduce Courtney from the American Girl book series. We will talk about who she is and why her book is a great example of female empowerment, familial strength, and resilience. Courtney grows up in the 1980's and she is right in the heart of a new blended family. She loves video games but is saddened to not see girls represented in the games... all while her mother is running for mayor. We will explore the different cultural shifts that arose in the 1980's along with some of the major historical events that occurred during the same time. I will review a brief preview of her book/stories, talk about Courtney and her characteristics, but mostly, talking about the time in which she lived. I will talk about what it was like to be a kid living in America during the 1980's. Day 1: We will introduce Courtney and learn a bit about her while making French bread pizza. Day 2: We will discuss the highlights of Courtney's book series with an emphasis on book #1, "Courtney Changes The Game" while making Ranch popcorn. Day 3: We will talk a bit about the 1980's in America while making Orange Julius inspired drinks.
Learning Goals
Students will learn different elements of American 1980's life using the American Girl "Courtney" book series as a reference.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Potential Hazards: Students will need to use the oven, stove-top, microwave, and mixer during this baking camp.
Even though students will be studying a historical time frame, we will not always be following historical methods of baking and/or recipes. This class is geared towards a 8-14-year-old audience, but parents are always welcomed to be close by. :)
Supply List
~*~Day 1 ~*~ **French Bread Pizza 1 Loaf French Bread Salted Butter --> Softened Garlic Powder Pizza Sauce Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Toppings --> Optional (Pepperoni, Vegetables, etc) Cutting Board Knife Mixing Bowl Spatula/Spoon Cookie Sheet ~*~Day 2~*~ **Ranch Popcorn Brown Paper Bag Popcorn Kernels Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Packet Butter Microwavable Bowl Optional --> Package Of Haribo Gummy Bears Popcorn Bowls --> 2 Salt ~*~Day 3~*~ **Orange Julius Ice cubes Orange Juice Concentrate Sugar Milk Vanilla Extract Blender Cup
Language of Instruction
English
Joined May, 2020
4.9
471reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Wisconsin Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Hi there!
My name is Mrs. Rodenbeck and I am a middle school history teacher! I have taught 6th, 7th, and 8th, grade history for the past 5 years! Before that, I taught high school history. I absolutely LOVE learning about people from the past! I like understanding how people lived in different times in history.
I studied anthropology in college. My goal as a kid was to be Indiana Jones! Archaeology and cultural anthropology are my favorite disciplines. I like to learn about what past peoples have built and how those things impact their culture. I’ve even done work for Chicago’s Field Museum since 2007. Now I work in the education department at the Field Museum with other teachers and bringing history topics into their classrooms.
I love teaching about the American Girl books and their periods of time in history because I used to WORK at the American Girl store in Chicago. I worked there all throughout my college years. I loved American Girl when I was a kid and I loved it, even more, when I worked at the store in college!
I hope that from this course, you can take some of my passion for history and for American Girl and get a little more excited about learning about other people. There are so many fun and exciting things to learn about! I can’t wait to share them with you! Reviews
Live Group Class
$42
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-12 learners per class
