Social Studies 2022-23

Recommended for grades 7th – 12th.

Description:  This class takes students from the Colonies of 1763 to the American States of 1783.  With a frim rekiance onoriginal sources Students get to experience the ideas, arguments and ats that became the American Revolution and the War for Independence.  Much fuller and deeper than anything taught in the public school, this class focuses on  undeerstanding the who, what and why of the Revolution, rather than just a collection of dates and simple facts.  This class will involve reading, simple note taking and in class participation along with creative projects researced by the students themselves.

A full two semester year.

COST:  Cash customers:  $200.00 per semester

              Charter customers:  $250.00 per semester

CONTACT: 

• Dan Shippey
• (714) 421-8448
• dan@breedshill.org

Description:   In this class we will learn traditional songs from American history and the stories behind them.  We will do a lot of singing, clapping and moving with great music while learning about American History.   Carolyn majored in music and has been a song leader for several decades.  End your week with music, fun and history!

COST:  $100 per semester (ask about family discounts)

Semester 1:  September 21 – February 1

Semester 2:  February 8 – May 31

Call Carolyn at EIE 626-821-0025

Tuition:  $350.00 Per Semester

Two 14-week semesters Starting September 9^th, 2022

**Must have 3 students enrolled or the class will be cancelled.

Join Teacher Cynthia as she travels the world in this online class. We will study how geographers look at the world, and learn about the physical landscape of earth, climate zones and world population. In addition, we will study the cultural geography of the United States, Latin American, Europe and more.

Using video’s, lectures, hands on crafts & drawing activities (writing assignments optional) , students will be introduced to their world and be exposed to a cultural experience they will soon not forget!

Each lesson will be aligned to state standards. Using Glencoe “World Geography and Cultures” textbook, students will dive deep and expand their knowledge of the wonderful world they inhabit. Each semester will be 14 lessons long. Each week we will cover the geography of each country to learn about the physical features of the land, climate and vegetation, plus, the people and their environment. Why is one place in the world desert-like and another place snowy? We will learn about time zones, elevation and volcanos and how each feature of geography contributes to the unique culture of its people.  No homework is required, but there will be a reading activity every week. Should the parent wish to sign their child up for extracurricular activities (writing assignments)  to help the student with additional writing and comprehension, that can be arranged by the teacher at an additional fee. The class is for 9^th-12^th grade.

 Please contact Teacher Cynthia for more information at

• mychildsart@yahoo.com
• 626-242-7410

WEBSITE:

https://mcaworldhistorywithmscynthia.godaddysites.com/

Early bird signup discount available until August 1st, 2022

(Must pay tuition by August 15^st, 2022 for discount to apply)

TEXTBOOK

ISBN: 978-0-07-879995-2 )Please make sure you are purchasing the same textbook by referencing the ISBN number above).

Class Starts:    

This class is suitable for grades 3-5

Cost:   $200 Semester (includes all materials)

Contact:  Cindra Barnes for information or questions at:

• cindrabarnes@yahoo.com or
• TEXT 909-993-2203

Register:   

• At above contact information.
• $50.00 deposit due at registration.  This deposit is not refundable.

Description: 

Who were the Pilgrims and why would they travel 66 days by ship to go to a place that had absolutely nothing? Learn what it takes to make such a voyage; the sacrifices, the dangers, the obstacles, the challenges and the triumphs. We’ll do this as we make a parallel trip to a deserted island in order to discover the answers to the commonly asked questions regarding the Pilgrims and some not so common questions. The adventure will include reading an actual account of a 10 year old passenger on the Mayflower and by doing projects and playing games. Travelers will take away an understanding of why the plight of the Pilgrims is such an important part of our American education.

COLONIAL AMERICA/Jamestown, suitable for grades 6-8

We do not accept charter funds at this time.

This class is suitable for grades 6-8

Duration of Adventure:          1 Semester (18wks)

Adventure begins:                 

Cost of Adventure:                $150.00 (includes all materials)

Adventure Info: cindrabarnes@yahoo.com OR TEXT ONLY 909-993-2203 OR call EIE at 626-821-0025 (ask for Marty or Cindra)

Description of Adventure:          THE WHOLE COLONY VANISHED WITHOUT A TRACE If this were the headline that circulated through Europe proceeding the first attempt to colonize a new land, I would be excited to sign up and make the second              2 month journey……wouldn’t you? What DID happen to the colony of Roanoak? We will investigate and re-examine the pros and cons of being on that second voyage. This will be our mission as we follow along in the America’s National Mystery Series; The Mystery at Jamestown. To discover the answers. The adventure will include games, demonstrations, and hands-on activities. Travelers will take away an understand why it was so important to risk everything to settle a new colony successfully.

NOTE:  Even though the settlement in Jamestown proceeded the voyage to Plimoth, it was a much harsher and more complicated time which makes this class more suitable for an older crew.

We do not accept Charter Funds at this time.

We Spark Learning

by:  Ani Janbazian

TAUGHT BY: Ani Janbazian, Vendor: We Spark Learning

TARGET: Grades 3-7

CLASS SIZE: 12

COURSE DURATION: 1 year (two, 13 week semesters)

DATES:

•               Semester 1 runs Sept. 15 – Dec 15, 2021
•               Semester 2 runs Jan 12 – April 6, 2022

COST PER SEMESTER:

• $250 for private pay homeschool families.
• $275 for iLead, Epic, Aveson, Compass, Heartland, Mission Vista Academy, Blue Ridge Academy, Pacific Coast Academy, Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Granite Mountain, Sage Oak, Sky Mountain, Summit, Golden Valley, and Excel Academy Charter students. If you don’t see your school listed, please contact us at WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com so we can apply to become a vendor for you.

Imagine…

…an underwater nation where residents live in bio-domes, and use candy for money.

…a rock n’ roll republic where music starts each day and the president looks like Elvis.

…a kingdom whose citizens wear shades of purple, and travel by unicorn.

…a gamer state where video game scores translate to real money in the bank.

 In this class, students can mastermind, invent, develop, and design their very own nation and culture.  Micronations are imaginary countries that have many of the same things as real ones: laws, customs, culture and history – even their own flags, coins, and stamps.

 Step by step, using examples from real nations, other micronations, and fictional lands, students will establish a government, create a language and distinctive clothing, initiate unique holidays, print a currency, write a constitution, and so much more.

Dynamic discussions and hands-on activities will explore:

• Government
• Political Systems
• Language
• National Symbols
• History
• Geology & Resources
• Physical Geography
• Economy
• Currency
• Citizenship
• Infrastructure:
•  Transportation &  Communication
• Cultural Identity:
•       Food, Art, Music, Clothing & Pastimes
• Holidays

Upon registration, you will be provided with a simple materials list of some basic school and household supplies that will be needed for class.

 REGISTRATION:

Beginning May 1, 2021, simply complete the registration form at http://WeSparkLearning.com .  Charter School students should request a P.O./Enrichment Certificate to be issued as soon as the school begins processing for this period, in order to secure enrollment.

Questions? Call (626)482-8963 or email WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com

TAUGHT BY: Ani Janbazian, Vendor: We Spark Learning

TARGET: Grades 2nd-6th

COURSE DURATION: 1 year (two, 13 week semesters)

DATES:

Wednesdays In Person

• Sem #1 runs 9/15/21 – 12/15/21
• Sem #2 runs 1/12/22- 4/6/22

Mondays On-Line

• Sem #1 runs 9/13/21 – 12/13/21
• Sem #2 runs 1/3/22 – 4/11/22

MAX CLASS SIZE: 12

COST PER SEMESTER :

• $250 for private pay homeschool families.
• $275 for iLead, Epic, Aveson, Compass, Heartland, Mission Vista Academy, Blue Ridge Academy, Pacific Coast Academy, Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Granite Mountain, Sage Oak, Sky Mountain, Summit, Golden Valley, and Excel Academy Charter students. If you don’t see your school listed, please contact us at WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com so we can apply to become a vendor for you.

 REQUIRED TEXT: National Geographic Ultimate Globetrotting World Atlas.  This affordable text is available for purchase from many online sources, recently seen for $11 new, or as low as $3 used.

Join the Acme Detective Agency on the hunt for super spy criminal mastermind, Nina Pasadena.  She and her henchmen are stealing treasures, and monuments from around the world.  You and the other Acme Agents will follow the clues leading you through countries of the world, exploring exotic cultures and locations — all to deduce and track down the identity of the criminals and return the stolen goods.

As Nina and her gang escape to different parts of the globe, you will give chase by solving clues and fact finding using your student world geography text. Each case will take you to three continents, three countries, and three cities on your hunt for suspects.

You will be given one Agent Special Assignment during the year (aka- a short research paper, and drawing task to work on at home) about a specific country that is a henchman hide-out.

Upon registration, you will be provided with a simple materials list of some basic school supplies that students will need to have on hand.  Online students will also need access to a printer at home to print assignments.

Will we catch Nina Pasadena in the end?  Join us to find out!  This crime-solving class is sure to be full of mystery and intrigue!

REGISTRATION: Beginning May 1, 2021, simply complete the registration form at http://WeSparkLearning.com .  Charter School students should request a P.O./Enrichment Certificate to be issued as soon as the school begins processing for this period, in order to secure enrollment.

Questions? Call (626)482-8963 or email WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com

TARGET: Grades 2-6

CLASS SIZE: 14

COURSE DURATION: 1 year (two, 13 week semesters)

DATES:

• Semester 1 runs Sept. 15 – Dec 15, 2021
• Semester 2 runs Jan 12 – April 6, 2022

COST PER SEMESTER :

• $250 for private pay homeschool families.
• $275 for iLead, Epic, Aveson, Compass, Heartland, Mission Vista Academy, Blue Ridge Academy, Pacific Coast Academy, Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Granite Mountain, Sage Oak, Sky Mountain, Summit, Golden Valley, and Excel Academy Charter students. If you don’t see your school listed, please contact us at WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com so we can apply to become a vendor for you.

What makes Michelangelo’s artwork so impressive?

Why do we still study Shakespeare’s plays today?

How did Galileo change how we view the world?

Students dive in with hands-on learning about this period of cultural riches in art, invention, philosophy, literature, science, exploration and music.  Celebrate with experiential activities, crafts, videos, games, and exploration of the human achievements that propelled the world.

The seeds of the Renaissance in Europe from 14th-17th centuries, planted the foundations of our modern world.  There is so much to discover!

• Identifying our solar system
• Invention of Gutenberg’s printing press
• Circumnavigation of the earth
• Genius of Shakespeare
• Perfection of Michelangelo’s David
• Daring of Luther and Erasmus
• Breathtaking advances in science
• Marvelous Mathematics
• and much more.

 TO REGISTER: Beginning May 1, 2021, simply complete the registration form at http://WeSparkLearning.com .  Charter School students should request a P.O./Enrichment Certificate to be issued as soon as the school begins processing for this period, in order to secure enrollment.

Questions? Call (626)482-8963 or email WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com

TAUGHT BY: Ani Janbazian, Vendor: We Spark Learning

TARGET: Grades 1st-5th

COURSE DURATION: 1 year (two, 13 week semesters)

DATES: Semester 1 runs Sept. 15 – Dec 15, 2021

Semester 2 runs Jan 12 – April 6, 2022

MAX CLASS SIZE: 12

COST PER SEMESTER :

• $250 for private pay homeschool families.
• $275 for iLead, Epic, Aveson, Compass, Heartland, Mission Vista Academy, Blue Ridge Academy, Pacific Coast Academy, Mission Vista Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, Granite Mountain, Sage Oak, Sky Mountain, Summit, Golden Valley, and Excel Academy Charter students. If you don’t see your school listed, please contact us at WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com so we can apply to become a vendor for you.

Students become “neighbors” in a crazy Medieval Town they help create, where they will experience many events through the year including festivals, natural disasters, historic events, unbelievable mishaps and some silly celebrations!  As each town event effects the residents, it will serve as the journal prompt for a creative writing assignment for the week.

•  “Swarms of bees overtook the town, and I…”
• “The highlight of the festival was one daring performer who…”
• “The wagon unhitched sending us barreling into the…”

 Town residents will start by deciding what to name their town and decorating their own home and property. Each student will choose a historic job that will produce weekly earnings. They can use their income to save and upgrade their home, or buy or barter for additions to the property from the marketplace.  Each student will get a chance to be crowned “Royal of the Day” , and Town residents will talk about and compare stories about the events of the week.  Some drawing, crafts, prize games, and other creative expressions will also be incorporated throughout the year to fit our Medieval theme.

 While the class will have some mini lessons on writing techniques, literary devices, figurative language, and poetry, the main goal of this class is to motivate kids to put pen to paper to write with enthusiasm and express their ideas in written form.    Journal writing is done during class time, and journal expectations can be varied to adapt to different learning levels and abilities.

 Upon registration, you will be provided with a simple materials list of some basic school and household supplies that will be needed for class.

REGISTRATION: Beginning May 1, 2021, simply complete the registration form at http://WeSparkLearning.com .  Charter School students should request a P.O./Enrichment Certificate to be issued as soon as the school begins processing for this period, in order to secure enrollment.

Questions? Call (626)482-8963 or email WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com