ROOTS & SYMBOLS
This is a great “bridge” to LEMI Scholar classes as students will be encouraged to think deeply, observe and make their own connections. Students will learn in a variety of ways through studying symbols, examining ancient pictographs, stories, nature, movement, games, simulations, art, scriptures and more. Our focus will be studying ancient Jewish history and their surrounding neighbors (Egyptians, Persians, Phoenicians, Assyrians, Babylonians) as well as examining the symbolism behind key aspects of the Jewish culture: the Hebrew alphabet, the tabernacle of the Israelites, Jewish weddings and holy days, and Hebrew poetry. It is going to be an enlightening, mind-expanding class!!!
“Our aim of education is to give a full life. We owe it to them to initiate an immense number of interests.”
–Charlotte Mason
"Spread the Feast"
Charlotte Mason, a great English educator, advocated that we need to "spread the feast" or introduce our students to a variety of subjects to inspire a wide range of interests and to help each person live a fuller life. In the Miracle of America class, we not only teach history, but also memorize scriptures and poems, study great composers and classical music, teach handicrafts, handwriting, geography, folk songs and folk dances. It is a comprehensive class full of variety and joy!
We also use principles of leadership education with discussions, brief student presentations, historical simulations, and inspiring the youth that they have a great life mission. From Well-Educated Heart, our primary teaching method is captivating stories.
Light the Fire
The Greek philosopher Plutarch said, "The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled." In this class, students will be encouraged to think, observe, ponder and make their own connections. True learning comes when students come to their own conclusions and have epiphanies.
Music and Composer Appreciation
We will spend time learning about a different composer and his music each month. We will also highlight and tell stories of their spiritual natures including stories of them receiving inspiration from heaven as they composed.
Handicrafts: Skill and Creativity
Handicrafts bring joy, confidence and a sense of accomplishment as the students create their own projects. We rotate between 2-4 handicrafts each year such a looming, crocheting, wood carving, leather work, beadwork, and water coloring.
Tuesdays 9:30am-1:30pm
9:30am Devotional, Handwriting, Memory Work
10:15am "Making Connections" Lesson & Activity
11:15am Music and Art Appreciation
11:30am Lunch
12:15pm History Lesson and History Read Aloud
1:00pm Handicraft
1:30pm Pick Up
Come learn together and build friendships in a like-minded community!
Ages 10-14
Tuesdays 9:30am-1:30pm
Classes held at Inspire Dance Studio in Clearfield
$120/month
Join us on Tuesday afternoons for parks, service and nature walks from 1:30pm-2:30pm.
