Exploring Aviation for Young Learners

In this class we will explore basic knowledge of the world of aviation. Learners are welcome to come and go from class as needed, the material in this class does not build. Each week there will be an interactive lesson on the weekly topic and then learners will have the chance to complete an art project related to the topic. I believe that every learner should have the opportunity to express themselves through art. The guidelines and directions for each art project will be clearly given, however learners should feel free to complete each art project their own way. Parents and learners should also feel free to substitute any art supplies that they need too. The materials need for the art projects will be posted in the classroom a week in advance. 

Class Weekly Layout:

Discussion / Lesson (15 min)
Craft (10 min)

Class Weekly Theme: 

Week of February 9 - What makes a plane fly?   (paper airplane)
Week of February 16 - Who were the Wright Brothers?   (Wright Brother windsock)
Week of February 23 - What are some different types of aircraft?   (aviation collage)
Week of March 2 - Why is air traffic control important?   (cardboard airfield)
Week of March 9 - What is an airshow?   (toilet paper roll helicopter)
Week of March 16 - What are some aviation youth opportunities?   (egg carton glider)   
Week of March 23 - What are careers in aviation?   (pilot hat)
Week of March 30 - What does weather have to do with flying?   (aviation mobile)