Social Studies 2018-19
World History
Western Civilization
Taught by:
Carolyn Forte
Thursdays
3:30 – 4:30
Classes Start:
September 13
This is a High School level course but younger students are welcome.
COST: $175.00 per semester
Semester I: September 20 – January 31
Semester II: February 7 – May 30
Required texts:
- Famous Men of Rome by Poland & Haaren
- Famous Men of the Middle Ages by Poland & Haaren
Call Carolyn at EIE 626-821-0025
U.S. HISTORY
YOUNG REPUBLIC HISTORY
Taught by Dan Shippey
Wednesdays
9:30 – 10:30
COST: $125 per semester
Revolutionary America
Taught by Dan Shippey
Wednesday
10:30 – 11:30
COST: $125.00 per semester
The course is recommended for 7th -12th grade but younger students will be considered on a case by case basis if you contact the teacher in advance.
CONTACT: Dan Shippey
PHONE: 714-421-8448
EMAIL: dan@breedshill.org
American History Through Music!
(Songs & Stories!)
Taught by:
Carolyn Forte
Fridays
3:00 – 4:00
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
We Spark Learning
by: Ani Janbazian
KID’S VID’S N’
REVOLUTION
TAUGHT BY:
Ani Janbazian
We Spark Learning

Wednesdays 1
11:00am – 12:15pm
(1 hr. 15 min)
COURSE DURATION: 1 year (two, 15 week semesters – classes begin Sept 12, 2018)
COST PER SEMESTER (ALL materials provided):
$250 for homeschool families paying out-of-pocket
$275 for iLead, Inspire, Sage Oak, Sky Mountain and Excel Academy Charter students. Please contact WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com in advance for the option to use HOMESCHOOL COACHES for Gorman, Golden Valley, CA Enrichment Academy, Valiant Prep and Compass Charter students.
Journey through the life and times of the American Revolution through the on-screen adventures of LIBERTY’S KIDS, James and Sarah –two of Benjamin Franklin’s young reporters. Featuring the award-winning educational cartoon series, we use episode-inspired explorations and creations to immerse students in learning about our nation’s journey to freedom.
Inspired by the 22-minute episodes, classes will include:
video comprehension guides
weekly hands-on creative activities
timeline of events
introduction to important people, ideas, icons, and inventions
Who are Liberty’s Kids?
James, a street-smart 14 year-old, takes the perspective of a Colonist. Sarah, a spirited 15 year-old offers the British point of view. As rookie reporters for Benjamin Franklin’s Print Shop, they compete for front page stories about events taking place in America prior to and during The Revolution. Their investigations land them, and their ambitious young friend, Henri, in many dangerous and thrilling situations.
Please note, this class is 1 hour and 15 minutes in length, to accommodate the viewing of a 22 minute episode of Liberty’s Kids, each week. Tuition includes all materials necessary for class, including a folder/binder, writing implements, school supplies, craft projects, art materials, incentive prizes and goodies for classroom rewards or celebrations.
TO REGISTER: Opening May 1, 2018, simply download and complete the registration form that will be available on WeSparkLearning.com. Send it in with payment to reserve your spot. In addition to sending us your registration form, Charter School students must arrange for payment by P.O./Enrichment Certificate request, to be issued before classes begin.
Questions? Call (626)482-8963 or email WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com
WHERE IN THE WORLD
IS NINA PASADENA?
TAUGHT BY:
Ani Janbazian
We Spark Learning
Wednesdays
12:45 – 1:45 PM
OR 4:45 – 5:45 PM
COURSE DURATION: 1 year (two, 15 week semesters – classes begin Sept 12, 2018)
COST PER SEMESTER (ALL materials provided):
$225 for homeschool families paying out-of-pocket
$250 for iLead, Inspire, Sage Oak, Sky Mountain and Excel Academy Charter students. Please contact WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com in advance for the option to use HOMESCHOOL COACHES for Gorman, Golden Valley, CA Enrichment Academy, Valiant Prep and Compass Charter students.
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 using travel guides, atlases, encyclopedias, books on nature, cultures, art, architecture, landmarks, and more. 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. You will present your Special Assignment in front of the Acme team (oral presentation). You will also take turns to role play as witness and lead detective, as you learn about geography from around the world.
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!
Tuition includes all materials necessary for class, including a folder/binder, writing implements, books, school supplies, incentive prizes and goodies for classroom rewards or celebrations.
PLEASE NOTE: If you took the USA version of this class last year, this class uses the same theme, but features new criminals, and is structured differently so that the cases unfold in a fresh new way for our world-wide adventures!
TO REGISTER: Opening May 1, 2018, simply download and complete the registration form that will be available on WeSparkLearning.com. Send it in with payment to reserve your spot. In addition to sending us your registration form, Charter School students must arrange for payment by P.O./Enrichment Certificate request, to be issued before classes begin.
Questions? Call (626)482-8963 or email WeSparkLearning@yahoo.com
OTHER CLASSES
PERSONAL FINANCE AND CAREER PLANING
THE CHECKERED GAME OF LIFE
YOU CREATE YOUR STORY
Taught by Regina Tula
Impact Leadership Network
Tuesdays
9:00 AM – 10:00AM
COURSE DURATION: 1 Semester (15 week semesters)
COST: $175.00 for Semester
Target: 6th-12th grade
CLASS MATERIAL:
“Whatever Happened to Penny Candy”
TUESDAY 9 AM TO 10 AM
STARTING FEBRUARY 12TH 2019
Penny Candy is formatted as a series of letters from economist “Uncle Eric” to his nephew Chris, and the result is a fast-paced, highly engaging book that covers the fundamentals of economic theory. Maybury’s goal in the Uncle Eric book series is to present material on a variety of topics in a way that is understandable and enjoyable to the lay person, without an excess of technical jargon that obscures the clarity of a topic. Penny Candy presents economic theory in simple, entertaining ways that simply make sense to the reader, even the student has no prior experience with economic concepts. In the words of Maybury, economics is “fascinating and easy to understand, except when someone presents it in a boring or difficult way.” This is a series of many courses Regina is offering and student are welcome to jump in at any time. Each semester includes a book in the series by Maybury. Penny Candy will prove to be the best for students to get the general understanding of economics in our society. Following the first semester outline course there will be lectures, visitors, and games to pinpoint key topics, along with normal class work. PLEASE JOIN US AND FEEL FREE TO CALL WITH ANY QUESTIONS.
Regina Tula 626-215-9508
The definition of “Checkered” as it pertains to life is this; marked by periods of varied fortune or discreditable incidents. Today the journey begins with you. We choose the path our life will take and it is ever changing as we grow as individuals. Here you will learn the concepts of career and finances that will lead you on a path that is simple, yet welcomes changes. Once you understand what your goals are and why they’re important; the process of having a career and how money works, become your winning strategy to your personal game of life. Choose to do this while you’re young. You’ll see it’s the best time to start planning. Mainly, because you have the vision to see your dreams without limits and once you understand how to navigate the path, they will become realities. Here is what we will do to help you take the next step in your journey in the Game of Life. In our class you will:
- Create your personal dream board
- Gain understanding of financial concepts for life
- Be prepared for the choice of college or career
- Learn about systems in economics
- Learn what it means to budget and create one
- Explore entrepreneurial concepts, the investor, business owner, independent contractor, and employee mindsets
- Have special guest speakers
- Play the Game of Life and Cash Flow
- Finish the class prepared to be financially fit for your personal future!
- And so much more!
The Milton Bradley Game of Life as we know it today was originally created in 1860 by Milton Bradley as The Checkered Game of Life
TO REGISTER: Opening May 1, 2018, simply download and complete the registration form.
Questions? Call (626)215-9508 or email thetulasource@gmail.com
Bio Regina Tula
I work in the financial arena of fortune 100 companies, developing customized financial strategies to meet the needs of individuals, families, businesses and corporations. In my past I have worked in law enforcement and health. Today, I enjoy navigating through the goals of my clients to create a healthy and secure financial future.