What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Calling all witches and wizards who love arts and craft! In this 4-day course, we'll get together once a week to make magical wizard-themed projects. We'll make our own magic wands, three different types of potions, wizarding ornaments, and beautiful 3D bookmarks. While we work, we'll be discussing all things from the witchcraft and wizardry universe: books, movies, and theories. The material's list will be sent one week prior to class. In this class, students will be able to: -Use craft techniques to encourage self-expression -Use fine motor skills -Express creativity through design and storytelling -Demonstrate knowledge of the witches and wizard's universe in a fun and safe environment -Communicate about a topic they are passionate about with fellow students The class time will be divided as follows: -Icebreaker/greetings (5 mins) -Let's craft! (40 mins) -Show us your craft time (5 mins) Schedule: Day 1 - "HP decorations!" Learners will design and make their own decorations based on the wizarding universe! The material list will be provided one week prior. Day 2 - "Potion-Making!" Learners will design their own potion bottles and make decorative potions. We'll be making three different potions. Students can choose from -but not limited to: Change Potion (to transform yourself into anyone!), Happy-Feliz Potion (to have a magically lucky day!), Truth-Telling potion (to force anyone to tell us the truth), Love Potion (to make anyone like us!), Grow-Your-Skeleton-Back Potion, (for those who need to grow back their bones!). The class will be a step-by-step instruction on decorative potion-making with easy-to-find supplies and easy-to-follow directions. The material list will be provided one week prior. Day 3 - "HP Decorations" Learners will design and make their own holiday ornaments based on the wizarding universe! The material list will be provided one week prior. Day 4 - "Bookmark-Making" We’ll make beautiful and unique 2D bookmarks with our favorite witches and wizards. The material list will be provided one week prior. ***All witches and wizards welcome!
Learning Goals
In this class, students will be able to:
-Use craft techniques to encourage self-expression
-Use fine motor skills
-Express creativity through design and storytelling
-Demonstrate knowledge of the witches and wizard's universe in a fun and safe environment
-Communicate about a topic they are passionate about with fellow students
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental guidance will be needed for some parts of each of the four classes. We will be using scissors, glue guns, baking clay etc.
Supply List
The material's list will be sent one week prior to each class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Val. I’m a lifelong learner and a passionate teacher. In Outschool, I teach classes on literature, history, equality, and Spanish as a Second Language.
I’m a lover of words and literature, a passionate traveler, and a chronic over-packer. A cooking enthusiast. A Harry Potter fan and a Yotam Ottolenghi groupie.
I have completed an M.A. in Political Science, and postgraduate studies in Human Development and Gender, as well as a B.A. in Legal Studies. I am an ESL certified teacher and a member of the Women's History Network. I have taught elementary school students both online and in brick and mortar schools for over seven years and have always loved the interactions with my students. In my previous life, I was a consultant/researcher for various feminist NGOs, the United Nations, and the World Bank.
I teach because I am a believer in the power of an educated mind. Having experienced first-hand the difference a good educator makes in a student’s life, I strive to be the best teacher I possibly can. I am an advocate for positive reinforcement and enjoyable learning environments. To keep learners engaged and motivated, I create and promote student-centered atmospheres in which pupils are encouraged to have fun and make mistakes.
I'm an old soul. When I'm not working or reading, I'm baking, watching The Great British Baking Show, or singing off-tune to Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons.
I currently reside in NYC with my husband and our sock-puppet Lex.
I hope to see you in the classroom!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
4-8 learners per class