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Energetic Engineers: Constructing Structures and Sentences

In this engaging ongoing class, learners will use their creativity to build structures and improve their writing skills by writing about what they built! #academic
Kristen Galloway
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(486)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade 2 - 4
Does your child love to build and use their imagination? 

Learners in class will be able to unleash their imaginations and create with play dough, magnetic blocks, building bricks, or anything they wish to build with.  We will have fun creating structures and writing about them. The only limit is their imagination! Class will begin with an ice breaker that encourages conversation. Then, I will introduce the topic of the week. Learners will have time to plan their structure, build, and improve their work. This will encourage problem solving. Learners can also share their ideas with their classmates to encourage collaboration. We will build friendships by having stimulating conversations during our building. Learners will practice conversation about what they are making, and they will have time to share and ask questions. I will lead students to create stories, poems, informational pieces, or opinion pieces to go with their structures through modeling and questioning. Learners will practice taking turns listening and talking. This class will be a fun sensory experience, an opportunity to make new friends, and a chance to develop their author's voice. If time allows, we will practice editing and revising our work, sharing our work with others, and discussing Glows (what we did well) and Grows (something we can improve).

Learners will build and write about a wide variety of topics, such as fun seasonal prompts, entertaining places to visit, and exciting experiences! Learners will write poems, stories, information, and opinions. This class is wonderful for both the reluctant writer and the child who loves to write. If learners run into "writer's block", we have a quick conversation about the prompt and that will help them get their thoughts on paper. If time permits, we may read a book that goes along with the theme.

Learners will engage in conversation, listening, and feedback. 

Summer 2023

Week 1 - June 4 - Free Build and Introductions
Week 2 - June 11 - Flying Machines
Week 3 - June 13 - Sandcastle
Week 4 - June 25 - Tent
Week 5 - July 2 - Water Park
Week 6 - July 9 - Treehouse
Week 7 - July 16 - Camper
Week 8 - July 23 - Sailboat

Fall 2023 Schedule

Week 1 - August 6 - Amusement Park
Week 2 - August 13 - Castle
Week 3 - August 20 - Classroom
Week 4 - August 27 - Playground
Week 5 - September 3 - Lunchbox
Week 6 - September 10 - School Bus
Week 7 - September 17 - Tower
Week 8 - September 24 - Farm
Week 9 - October 1 - Haunted House
Week 10 - October 8 - Corn Maze
Week 11 - October 15 - Jack o Lantern
Week 12 - October 22 - Monster
Week 13 - October 29 - Sugar Skull
Week 14 - November 5 - Diya
Week 15 - November 12 - Forest
Week 16 - November 19 - Thanksgiving Table 
Week 17 - November 26 - Turkey
Week 18 - December 3 - Gingerbread House
Week 19 - December 10 - Christmas Tree
Week 20 - December 17 - Sled

Winter/Spring 2024 Schedule 

Week 1 - December 31 - Igloo
Week 2 - January 7 - Snowman
Week 3 - January 14 - Animal Den
Week 4 - January 21 - Snowflake
Week 5 - January 28 - Mansion
Week 5 - February 4 - Lantern
Week 6 - February 11 - Heart
Week 7 - February 18 - Mailbox
Week 8 - February 25 - Iditarod Sled
Week 9 - March 3 - Book Nook
Week 10 - March 10 - Leprechaun Trap
Week 11 - March 17 - Rainbow
Week 12 - March 24 - Storm Shelter
Week 13 - March 31 - Easter Baker
Week 14 - April 7 - Greenhouse
Week 15 - April 14 - Birdhouse
Week 16 - April 21 - Butterfly Garden
Week 17 - April 28 - Flower Pot
Week 18 - May 5 - Keepsake 
Week 19 - May 12 - Fairy Garden
Week 20 - May 19 - Unicorn Trap
Learning Goals
Learners will improve their fine motor and communication skills. 
Learners will use their imaginations to create realistic and imaginary creations.
Learner will engage in a sensory literacy experience. 
Learners will improve their vocabulary by engaging with a wide variety of topics 
Learners will improve their writing skills through practice. 
Learners will listen to other's writing and provide positive feedback.
Learners will practice the mechanics of grammatically correct writing. 
Learners will gain confidence in their speaking and writing by sharing their thoughts with others.
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
Anything they can use to build! 
Some suggestions are: building blocks, hashtag blocks, rocks, cups, magnetic blocks, tape, paper, objects found in nature. The possibilities are endless! 
Paper
Pencil
Crayons, Colored Pencils, or Markers
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2020
4.9
486reviews
Profile
Teacher expertise and credentials
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from East Tennessee State University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from East Tennessee State University
Hello! I am Kristen Galloway. I am a curious life long learner, and I want to share my love of learning with others! I am passionate about making learning fun, engaging, and relevant. I want to meet each child where they are developmentally and be a part of their journey of discovery.  With a background in general education, I love to teach lessons that incorporate reading, writing, math, science, social studies. Learners should feel comfortable and welcome in the classroom. I think it is important to make learning a personal experience for each learner. I encourage each student to share their thinking. I work create a space where learners feel comfortable to learn. In order for every child to flourish they need to be seen, heard, and loved. 

I believe in building relationships with my students and making learning engaging and connected to their lives. I use a multi-sensory approach to learning. I incorporate multiple domains throughout my lessons. I love to have fun in the classroom through conversations, games, and hands-on learning.  

I have a Bachelor's of Science and a Master of Arts in Education. I have my TEFL and TESOL certifications. For the past 14 years, I have taught every grade from PreK-4th grade, sponsored a 3rd-5th grade STREAM club and a K-5 book club. I have also taught English online since 2019. 

I have a 21 year old daughter, a 7 year old son, 2 dogs, 2 cats, and an axolotl. In my spare time, I love to read, play card and board games, hike, and watch movies.  We love to travel and explore, and enjoy the journey as much as the destination!

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$15

weekly
1x per week
45 min

Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
2-9 learners per class

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