Summer Camp Drawing Adventures: Directed Drawing and Letter Formation
This class combines directed drawing and letter practice to make learning a fun and interactive experience. Join Ms. Pamela as we explore the world of art and writing designed to enhance motor skills, and develop precise letter shapes.
Ms. Pamela - Preschool-3rd Gr, Book Clubs, & More
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What's included
12 live meetings
6 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. I will provide a printable at the end of class for your learner to practice the letter we did in class.Assessment
The teacher will ask to see drawing and handwriting skills to see if improvements can be made. It will be at the teacher's discretion to rework any letters she feels her learners need more help with through other directed drawings that are not on the syllabus if required.Class Experience
US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - Kindergarten
Do you have a reluctant writer but a child who loves to draw? Do you have a child that is having difficulty writing their letters correctly? Do you have a child that runs as soon as they see pencil and paper come out? Join at any time! Our letters and pictures are different weekly! In this once-a-week, 30-minute summer camp class, I will walk your child through a directed drawing of something that starts with our letter for that class. I would prefer not to tell our learners what we will be drawing ahead of time as it builds suspense as we learn some fun facts about what we will be drawing and talk about what we have drawn. They love to guess what we are making too! I always start and end with a hello and a goodbye song. We will then follow our directed drawing with the proper uppercase and lowercase letter formations that correlate with the picture that we are drawing. We will also write the word of the picture we drew. Although we are all drawing the same thing it never ceases to amaze me how different each child produces the same picture. We will work our way through the alphabet at random.
Learning Goals
Learners will build confidence in their handwriting
Learners will build their self-esteem by creating a masterpiece week after week
Learners will build confidence in their drawing abilitiesLearners will increase their listening skills
Learners will practice following directions
Learners will learn to pay attention to the details
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
The letter "R"
We will learn fun facts about rockets. We will learn how to write an uppercase and lowercase "R". 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The letter "G"
We will learn fun facts about giraffes. We will learn how to write an uppercase and lowercase "G". 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
The letter "A"
We will learn fun facts about astronauts. We will learn how to write an uppercase and lowercase "A". 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The letter "M"
We will learn fun facts about monkeys. We will learn how to write an uppercase and lowercase "M". 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
I prefer to use a journal or notebook to keep all of their work together but plain paper will work just as well pencils for handwriting and to draw crayons, markers, oil pastels, or colored pencils to embellish our work
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Associate's Degree in Education from College of DuPage
Hello, I am Ms. Pamela!
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A Bit About Me:
I am passionate about learning and have been privileged to engage with over 900 learners from 25 countries since teaching my first class on Outschool in 2020. My classes span a range of ages and subjects, with a focus on full curriculum semester classes for preschool through third grade. I offer many craft classes, often by request, and I am always up for teaching a book club as I am an avid reader. I am always working on more too!
My Background:
With 40 years of teaching experience, I've held various roles, including Montessori teacher, private early elementary teacher, center director, preschool owner, homeschool co-op leader, and private tutor in math, writing, and early reading skills. In my previous position, I taught the Handwriting Without Tears curriculum and I have incorporated many of the basic ideas into my personalized curriculum.
We homeschooled our daughter from preschool to eighth grade. I have run a homeschool co-op, a preschool program, an early learning center, and scouting groups. I have an educational background in Early Childhood Education and American Sign Language.
My Teaching Style:
I believe that learning needs to be fun, and listening is just as important as talking and teaching. I am not one to mute a learner unless necessary but I will encourage raising hands and taking turns during our games and discussions for all ages. I prioritize active participation and mutual respect.
Something Fun:
Crafting is a lifelong passion of mine, encompassing quilting, sewing, crocheting, knitting, painting, and jewelry making. I'm delighted to share my expertise through crafting classes on Outschool, and I'm always open to requests for new or existing classes.
Communication:
I strive to be responsive to emails, typically replying within a day. My teaching hours are from 8 am to 6 pm CST, during which I also attend to administrative tasks.
Missed Classes, Cancellations, Refunds:
I pride myself on being punctual and ready for class. We do live in Tornado Alley and take storms seriously since being hit by a tornado last March 2023. I try to warn ahead of time if possible. I will reimburse you for technical issues on my side or offer a single transfer for one-time classes if needed. I will teach only one or two students. Some of my best classes have happened with only one or two learners. It can make for great in-depth discussions!
I cannot wait to meet your child.Reviews
Live Group Course
$10
weekly1x per week, 12 weeks
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-6
1-6 learners per class
