Summer Camp ~ Success Squad: Executive Skill Adventures for Young Explorers
What's included
5 live meetings
2 hrs 5 mins in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. Certificate of completionCertificate of Completion
Each learner will receive a certificate of completion.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner Level
💙💜💛 Welcome to Sing Create Play!! 🌟 We are committed to interactive classes where children connect with the teachers and have fun while learning. ☆ This is an inclusive class. Children of all abilities and disabilities are welcome. If you are concerned about your child's needs, please send us a message and we are happy to accommodate your child and adapt our classes and teaching to meet each child's individual needs. ☆ This is an interactive class where children will have opportunities to learn executive functioning skills that will help them complete important tasks and jobs. ☆ Children don't need to have previous experience of executive functioning. No background knowledge of the topic is required in order for the children to succeed in this class.
Learning Goals
What is Executive Functioning?
What is Working Memory?
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Day 1: What is Executive Functioning?
We will talk about what executive functioning means and why it is important. Learners will practice their working memory by playing a game called “Movement” Chain”
*Skills 𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 in this class:
- executive functioning
- working memory
Supplies for this class: none needed
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Day 2: Being Present
Being present in our day-to-day life can be challenging with all the distractions we face every day. Practicing being present can help us stay engaged with the important tasks or jobs we need to complete. Learners will do a whole-body mindfulness activity to practice staying present. Learners will then play a memory game to further practice developing their working memory.
*Skills taught:
executive functioning
- being present
- working memory
Supplies for this class: none needed
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Day 3: Working Memory
Our working memory helps us remember things in the short term so we can complete important tasks or jobs. Learners will practice working memory by playing a memory game and playing “Where's the picture?”
*Skills taught:
- executive functioning
- working memory
Supplies for this class: paper and coloring pencils/markers.
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Day 4: Staying Organized
Staying organized is an important skill that can help us with time management and completing important tasks and jobs. Students will practice organizing an item from their own house using guiding questions.
*Skills taught:
- executive functioning
- organization
Supplies for this class: something to organize such as a bin of toys, a silverware drawer, socks, etc.
25 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
🌟 This is an inclusive class. Children of all abilities and disabilities are welcome. Including ADHD, Autism, Emotional Learning Disabilities, & more. Contact us with any questions or concerns regarding your learner's needs!
Supply List
Day 1: ☆ none Day 2: ☆ none Day 3: ☆ a box or something to put small items in, 4-5 small items that will fit in the box or container DAY 4: ☆ something to organize such as a bin of toys, a silverware drawer, socks, etc. Day 5: ☆ space to move around
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
4 teachers have teaching certificates
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Wisconsin Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
T E A C H E R S
BELLA ELY:
💜 Creator and Founder of Sing Create Play
💜 Degrees in: Teaching (K-12), Social Work and Level 3 Diploma in Children's Psychology
💜 Experience incorporating auditory, visual and action based activities alongside music within the Sing Create Play curriculum to create an inclusive environment to help children immerse themselves in their learning
💜 Personal and professional experience working with children with various learning styles and neurodivergent learners including: ADHD, autism, and dyslexia
💜 Trained in: Understanding Behaviour as Communication: A Therapeutic Approach, Tips & Tools to Manage Anger, Understanding Autism, Mindfulness for Daily Living, Understanding Anxiety, Classroom Behaviour Management, NLP Diploma in Life Coaching and Effective Communication Techniques for Teachers
💜 20+ years teaching in K-12 classroom settings
💜 5+ years teaching SEL specifically
💜 4+ years teaching online
CARMEN COLLINS:
💛 Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education
💛 Experience empowering children to think critically and creatively through connection
💛 Experience leading different clubs within schools, including Girl Scouts
💛 Experience working with children with various learning styles and emotional disabilities
💛 Experience as a Kindergarten and K-5 Title I Reading Teacher
💛 Trained in: IMSE Orton-Gillingham, PAX Good Behavior Game, Leader in Me, 7 Mindsets, and Zones of Regulation
💛 12+ years teaching in public schools
💛 4+ years teaching online
HOLLI NELSON:
💙 Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education with Reading emphasis
💙 Currently pursuing Master’s Degree in SEL
💙 Experience working with children with emotional irregularities, dyslexia, ADD and autism
💙 Experience as a Special Education Paraprofessional, Students with Emotional Disabilities Teacher, and Registered Behavioral Therapist for Students with Autism
💙 Successful creation and implementation of personalized Social-Emotional Curriculum
💙 Trained in: Restorative Justice and Practices
💙 8+ years teaching in public schools
💙 2+ years teaching online
KATIE CAMPBELL:
💜 Bachelor’s Degree in K-12 General Music & 6-12 Choral Education
💜 Experience organizing a variety of activities including choir, musical theater and student concerts
💜 Experience working with children with a variety of learning styles and highlighting their strengths through an individualized approach
💜 Experience creating an enriching learning environment through her understanding of the transformative power of music
💜 Believes in a holistic approach allowing students to build their confidence and become empathetic individuals
💜 Trained in: SEL Music Education, Culturally Responsive Teaching, Using Children’s LIterature in the Music Classroom, Orff Action, Dalcroze Eurhythmics and Music
💜 16+ years teaching in public schools
💜 2+ years teaching online
MERIBETH HEITBRINK:
💛 Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Psychology
💛 Experience working with children with a variety of behavioral disorders including: ODD, ADD, and autism
💛 Experience working with trauma impacted children
💛 Experience as a K-8 Classroom Teacher, K-12 Academic Tutor, Behavioral Line Therapist for Children with Autism and Early Education Teacher
💛 Believes in creating a classroom environment built on connection where all learners can thrive
💛 Trained in: Responsive Classroom, Emotional Trauma, Growth Mindset, Leader in Me, PBIS, Trauma and.or Poverty Impacted Students, SEL, Cooperative Learning and Project Based Learning
💛 10+ years teaching in public schools
💛 4+ years teaching online
SOUMYA KARKERA:
💛 Bachelor's Degree in English Literature, Economics, and Home Science
💛 Master's Degree in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work, Social and Organizational Psychology, Family and Child welfare, Family Life Education, Counseling Professional Development
💛 Believes in empowering children by fostering confidence, independence and resilience through the creation of a supportive environment
💛 Experience a seasoned Coach and Social Worker
💛 Experience providing a client-centered, holistic and collaborative approach that promotes positive growth within individuals and family units
💛 Experience a seasoned Coach and Social Worker
💛 Trained in: Family Constellation, Emotional Literacy and Emotion Coaching, Building and Repairing Relationships, Restorative Approaches, Building Resilience using CBT with Children, Mediation Skills, Solution Focused Brief Therapy
💛 15+ years of dedicated experience, including teaching online
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Live Group Class
$60
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
25 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
2-6 learners per class