Junior Adventurers: Fairy Collectors' Club (Nature Studies Science Fantasy Art)
Let's explore the world of fairies in their many homes and habitats, as we add them to our "field guide." In our travels, we'll also discover the plants and animals all around our magical friends. Includes games, stories, show-and-tell.
Class experience
Come on a journey from the smallest flowers to lush forests, cottages and coasts and every corner of the earth. Bring your imagination and keen eye, too -- we will be on a hunt for FAIRIES! Each week, I will present a brief lesson about a featured fairy: where to find it, how it is specially adapted to where it lives, and the other wondrous flora and fauna that are part of its home. We will then practice our scientific observation skills by examining an illustration of that fairy together,...
While the main focus will be on allowing young fairy enthusiasts to share their love of fairy folk and other magical beings, we will also be practicing important social and educational skills as we learn about habitats, adaptation, and other STEAM concepts. The short fairy lesson at the beginning will provide a framework for these discussions and will help the young explorer to build and develop observation, recreation, and communication skills, as well as foster curiosity, wonder, and interest in the world around them, big and small, real and imagined. The field guide will serve as a fun keepsake and reference for future fairy studies and reflection.
I'm so excited to share my love of the faerie folk with you! I've been teaching STEAM and social studies topics like nature, flowers, habitats, fairies and other mythical beings to preschool through middle school for 6 years through an independent STEAM education company, and I'm really looking forward to connecting with new students here on Outschool. Not only will we be learning about the fantastic world of fairies--but we'll sneak in some colors, numbers and math, comparing and contrasting, observation, movement and more--all things that preK, kindergartners and 1st graders love to learn and practice! Best of all, your child will have the opportunity to dress up and share, share, share all of their favorite magical facts and stories!
Homework Offered
Occasional extension activities or videos may be provided between meetings, but are always optional and will not affect in-class participation. Students who wish to complete these extra activities will be encouraged to share them virtually in the classroom posts or during the "show and tell" portion of our weekly live meeting.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
No formal assessment unless by parent request.Grades Offered
Access to a printer is required for this class. A sketchbook, preferably spiral bound for ease of use, at least 7X9 inches or larger, with a side-by-side format if possible. Colored pencils, crayons, markers. Pencil and eraser. Scissors and glue. Other creative materials may occasionally be requested, such as LEGO or DUPLO bricks, clay, playdough, or other building/making supplies. Extension activities may require additional materials, but will mostly be easy-to-find, common household items, and are never required.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 106 learners
Live video meetings
Ages 5-9
4-6 learners per class