Classes

Description:
3-5:  This middle elementary study of anatomy and physiology showcases the intricacy and design of the human body, from DNA and cell creation to the skeletal, muscular, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous/endocrine, immune, and integumentary systems. The textbook is integrated with health and nutrition information, as well as plenty of scripture and biblical application, and is written in an enjoyable, conversational tone that will keep kids engaged. Class time will consist of short lectures, experiments, notebooking assignments, a “personal person project,” and supplemental videos, while work at home will mostly consist of reading, along with some supplemental notebooking.

4-7: This upper elementary study of anatomy and physiology showcases the intricacy and design of the human body, from DNA and cell creation to the skeletal, muscular, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous/endocrine, immune, and integumentary systems. The textbook is integrated with health and nutrition information, as well as plenty of scripture and biblical application, and is written in an enjoyable, conversational tone that will keep kids engaged. Class time will consist of short lectures, experiments, notebooking assignments, a “personal person project,” and supplemental videos, while work at home will mostly consist of reading, along with some supplemental notebooking. The upper elementary class will also begin to explore the process of writing lab reports and/or the informal description of experiments.

Required Materials:

• Apologia Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology. By: Jeannie  Fulbright Publication Date: 2010 ISBN: 1935495143
• Notebooking Journal for Human Anatomy and Physiology (the Junior Notebook is also an option for students who are not as advanced in their writing skills) By: Jeannie K. Fulbright Publication Date: 2010 ISBN: 1935495151

• Colored pencils, scissors

• Glue stick

Description:
During this class, students will learn to express their ideas as they learn about painting and drawing composition, color theory, proportion, planes, volume, tone/shading, continuous line, gesture, negative and positive space, and basic perspective. Students will also learn about different artists, art history, art movements and style (e.g., Georgia O’Keeffe, Andy Warhol, abstraction, aboriginal art).

Additionally, students are encouraged to think about an artist or technique they would like to learn about so that it can be incorporated into the class. They will learn about what elements are important in the work, and then they will try it themselves. Students will experiment with a mix of materials such as graphite, oil crayons, pastels, charcoal, acrylics, tempera, watercolor, ink on canvas board, mylar or canvas paper.

Description:
Introduction to Art (Grades K-1)
In Introduction to Art, your student will explore the building blocks of art elements such as lines, color, shapes, and texture. Each art lesson is designed to help cultivate the fine motor skills that are needed to build confidence and creativity. Together, we will develop elementary art skills such as cutting, coloring in the lines, and using basic art materials to provide a solid foundation for your young artist. Through the use of storytelling, they will be guided through an original art project that ties into the theme of the story.

Primary Class 2 (Grades 3-4)
In Primary Class 2, students will build upon the skills they acquired in the Primary Class 1 while continuing to develop new skills and techniques that will focus on expanded art elements like value, texture, space and form. Students will also learn how to use these elements in their own art work while exploring art from different cultures, history and environmental influences.

Description:
Introduction to Drama is a class designed to give students the basics of drama. Topics covered include theater vocabulary, technical elements of theater, warm up and improvisation exercises, forms and styles of drama, skits and an opportunity to create skits.

Description:
This writing class uses the Institute in Excellence for Writing method to simultaneously teach history content and a structured approach to more advanced writing. It is complemented by principles and strategies from The Writer’s Notebook method. Both methods give students confidence in knowing what to do next in front of a blank piece of paper. Learners grow their vocabulary as we introduce a few new words each week and then circle back to them throughout the course in games, quizzes, and writing. I’ll be reading a bit from young readers versions of Beowulf, 1001 Arabian Nights, and other books related to that time period as time allows. We’ll touch on the principles of public speaking and allow for opportunities to present to the class and occasionally parents. This class goes at a more relaxed pace, and having more time in the classroom allows for more detailed explanation and more fun supplementation. Each student will need one parent or tutor committed to editing their work each week. Homework takes about 45-60 minutes 3-4 days/week.

Required Materials:

• A parent or tutor is required to attend initial meeting*** (or private make-up meeting can be arranged for a fee)
• Medieval History-Based Writing Lessons https://iew.com/shop/products/medieval-history-based-writing-lessons-student-book-only
• One Portable Walls (several are available for purchase from HCA – older versions are acceptable) https://iew.com/shop/products/portable-walls%E2%84%A2-structure-and-style%C2%AE-students
• A sturdy folder
• A composition notebook or medium/large journal (no spirals)
• Wide-ruled lined paper
• Pencil pouch or box
• Highlighter
• Pens and mechanical pencils (we don’t have sharpeners available)
• Paperclips
• A way to store and transport vocabulary cards (pencil box, rubberband, Ziploc bag)

Description:
Grades 6-8 with IEW experience and teacher approval. In this class, students will be reading (or listening to audiobooks of) three of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia books (mainly for homework) and writing lessons will primarily be related to those texts. In comparison, we will be moving at a bit faster pace since this class is for students who are familiar and confident in using the basic IEW structure and style requirements. Journaling will continue to be an important part of developing as writers. Class will also involve a slightly more advanced vocabulary study than the regular class. Homework will take approximately 60 minutes 4 days/week.

Required Materials:

• Following Narnia Volume 1: The Lion’s Song. https://iew.com/shop/products/following-narnia%C2%AE-volume-1-lions-song-student-book-only
• Portable Walls (older versions are acceptable, can be purchased from HCA)
• Pencil box or pouch
• Composition Notebook or Medium journal (no spirals)
• Pens and pencils (we don’t have a sharpener so mechanical is best)
• Highlighter
• Any unabridged version of the following three novels:
  1. The Magician’s Nephew
  2. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
  3. The Horse and His Boy
• Lined paper

Description:
Students will be read aloud to from living picture books written about the life and times of the Middle Ages. Some topics covered will be daily living, clothing, culture, food, art, music, knights, castles, cathedrals, historical events, and Chaucer. Using the stories, they will be introduced to basic elements of literature such as character, setting, plot, and conflict. We will read different genres of literature, including non-fiction, fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, poetry, and biographies. Through the life and actions of the characters, students will learn about Godly character traits and making moral choices as God instructs us. Each one discussed with them will be accompanied by a supporting Bible verse.

Class time will consist of reading and discussing the story and completing an activity to reinforce the literature element taught. Work not completed in class may be sent home to finish, but homework will not be regularly assigned. This class is designed to complement your language arts curriculum, not replace it.