Conversation and Clay Class (A1 / A2 / B1 CEFR)

New class

Ages 13-18

Live Group Class

Unleash your creativity in this hands-on Clay and Crafting class, where students explore the art of shaping, molding, and designing unique projects with clay and other fun crafting materials.

Bell's Global Academy (Founded by Suzanne Bell)

Average rating:

4.9

Number of reviews:

(221 reviews)

Live video meetings

1x per week

2-6 learners per class

40 min

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What’s included

1 live meeting

40 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

Unleash your creativity in this engaging hands-on Clay and Crafting class! Students will explore the art of shaping, molding, and designing unique projects using clay and a variety of exciting crafting materials. In addition to creating their masterpieces, students will focus on building their communication skills by learning to describe their creations clearly and effectively. We'll emphasize correct English sentence structure, encouraging students to express their ideas thoughtfully while showcasing their artistic work. This class is a perfect blend of artistic expression and language development, inspiring confidence and creativity in every student.

Weekly Projects:

Week 1: Friendly Forest Animals – Sculpt a charming fox or bunny, focusing on basic shapes and texture techniques.

Week 2: Miniature Food Fun – Craft tiny burgers, donuts, or cupcakes that look good enough to eat!

Week 3: Mythical Creatures – Bring magic to life by creating a mini dragon or unicorn with intricate details.

Week 4: Tiny Plant Pots – Make cute mini planters shaped like animals or faces, perfect for small succulents.

Week 5: Personalized Figurines – Design a unique figure based on yourself or your favorite character!

Through a combination of live demonstrations and individual feedback, students will develop their artistic style while learning to work with clay like a pro. Supplies needed include air-dry or polymer clay in assorted colors, basic sculpting tools, and optional paints or gloss for finishing touches.

Join us for this creative adventure and discover the joy of crafting with clay!

Learning Goals

Students will develop fine motor skills and artistic techniques by sculpting detailed mini clay figures using basic shapes and textures.

Students will learn to follow step-by-step instructions while incorporating their own creativity into each project.

Other Details

Supply List

Parent's are not required to buy the Materials listed below if they would like to find them else where. :)

Clay Kit - Found on Amazon 

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External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Offered by

Bell's Global Academy (Founded by Suzanne Bell)

Joined August, 2020

4.9

221reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

1 teacher has a Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s Degree from University of North Carolina School of the Arts

John Mathis

I have 15 years of teaching experience in both general education and special education classrooms. My expertise includes teaching reading to students with special needs, such as those with Down syndrome, during summer school sessions. I hold a degree in Special Education with a focus on Sign Language and curriculum development for special needs, as well as a double major in Art Education.