Social Studies 2018-19

World History

Western Civilization

Taught by:

Carolyn Forte

Thursdays  

3:30 – 4:30

Classes Start: 
September 13
This is a literature-based course covering the development of Western Civilization from the Roman Empire up to the American Revolution.  Students will read at least one book a month (a suggested list of biographies and historical fiction will be provided) in addition to reading assignments from Famous Men of Rome,  Famous Men of the Middle Ages and Famous Men of the Renaissance by Poland and Haaren.  We will discuss the books in the context of world history and each student will create an annotated time line. Because this course is literature based, you can choose to use it for both English and World History.  Those who choose to use it for English credit will write a short paper each month.

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

The American Revolution had been won but the struggle for the future of the United States was just beginning. This class will explore how thirteen rowdy states truly became unified, created a new government and faced the challenges of nation forging. From Shay’s rebellion to Constitutional Convention and Ratification, through Presidential administrations and finally concluding with the War of 1812 this class picks up where Revolutionary History ends. You will meet the heroes, villains, victors and victims of our early history and understand the motivations and ideals that shaped The United States of America.
COST:   $125 per semester

Revolutionary America

Taught by Dan Shippey

Wednesday

10:30 – 11:30

What made Americans throw off the rule of Great Britain? John Adams said the Revolution in America occurred before a shot was ever fired. This 1st semester class will give students and understanding of the decade before the War for Independence when the ideals that would become our Declaration and Constitution were formed. We will have a special focus on first person accounts and documents from contemporary sources. Each student will also be creating their own unique final project that is limited only by their creativity and effort. Past projects have included building of ship models, cooking period food, a student coming to class in character as Billy Flora and a demonstration of the rules for dueling. Students who complete the 1st semester are encouraged to join our 2nd semester that begins after Lexington and Concord.

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

Open to ages 5 and up (younger children may attend with a parent)

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)

TARGET: Grades 2-6
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

TARGET: Grades 2-6
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.