Summer Circle Time -First and Second Grade Fun
Summer Circle Time is a great chance for first and second graders to socialize and keep their reading and math skills sharp over the summer! With 5 weeks of fun summer topics, we connect with each other and and practice skills.
Heather Bowers-Caring, Certified Teacher
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(74)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 2
This small- group class, led by a certified teacher, is a great learning and social time for your First Grade and Second Grade learners. We discuss our experiences with fun summer topics such as water and camping. We practice language arts and math in fun, interactive ways and keep our calendar and observation skills sharp as well. We connect to the learning through participation and inclusion of everyone in circle time. Come join me for fun learning in a caring atmosphere! **Week 1: June 9-16 "Fun With Water"- Read about and discuss water related activities and the water cycle. Water related math story. **Week 2: June 16-22 "Let's go camping"- Read about and discuss camping at home or elsewhere. Camping related math story. **Week 3: June 23-29 No classes **Week 4: June 30- July 6 "What do they mean?"- Read about and discuss American symbols-American flag, Eagle, Liberty Bell, and Statue of Liberty. Learn to draw a bald eagle. ** Week 5: July 7-July 13 "Keep on growing"- Read about and discuss plants and the plant cycle. Read "Jack and The Beanstalk". Gardening related math story. ** Week 6 July 14-20 "Let's see America" Read about some interesting places to see in America. Pack a suitcase for a trip. Transportation word puzzles. Travel related math story
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined December, 2021
5.0
74reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Idaho Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree from Western Governors University
Hello, I'm Ms. Heather! I live near the mountains in Idaho and I love reading, gardening, and hiking. But most of all, I love teaching and helping learners grow their skills and confidence!
Education:
* Certified K-8 Teacher
* Bachelor Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies
Experience:
* 3 years reading tutoring online for ages 4-10
* 2 years teaching ESL online
* 1 year teaching/assisting -1st grade
* 2 years supporting students in Kindergarten. (Standards-based small group and 1:1 teaching)
* 8 years supporting students in Special Education K-8
* 3 years homeschooling
* 20 years volunteering as a church youth leader
My Classes:
* Just For You K-3rd Reading Tutoring - One-on-one class for growing readers (Ongoing- choose 1× or 2× a week)
* Just For You ESL - One-on-one class for English language learners. (Ongoing - choose 1× or 2× a week).
*Kindergarten Check In- 1:1 practice of Letters/ Phonics/ Writing learners first name (one time class).
* Kindergarten Learning Circle - Fun reading, math and social time (offered as both a one-time class and a 1×week ongoing class). I teach 1-2 new letters/sounds each week in both formats.* I Love Math! - Small group class ( 1-4 learners) -ongoing 1x per week class to practice kindergarten number sense, number writing, 2D and 3Dshapes, addition, subtraction, and much more.
* First grade Learning Circle
*2nd Grade learning circle
My goals are to make classes fun and educational, and for every child to feel valued and empowered. I look forward to meeting your learner!Reviews
Live Group Class
$11
weekly1x per week
30 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
1-4 learners per class
