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Explore Year 5. Session 4. Week 1.

The learners in Explore returned from the break excited to greet their fellow Explorers and jumped into Quest and Writers’s Workshop with curiosity and high energy.   QUEST The learners in Explore made their first moves in the Game Design Quest. They played the odds in games of probability and chance and worked together to […]

Spark Year 5. Session 3. Week 3

During the session’s conclusion, the Sparks finished their study of Marine Biology. They learned about Marine Biologists, their role, their impact on the planet, and how they help protect marine life. To further enhance their learning, a visitor from the Discovery studio shared a presentation about ocean life which sparked insightful questions. The learners asked […]

Year 5. Session 3. Week 3.

Session 3 landed powerfully in Discovery. Heroes celebrated with a final destination field trip, the annual book exchange, and a reflection on the Question of the Year! DEEP DIVE: QUEST Cartography Quest began with an overview of history’s greatest voyages. From Magellan to Lewis & Clark, learners connected with the experience of geographic exploration. Through […]

Explore Year 5. Session 3. Week 3.

Explorers entered the last week of Session 3 focused on their math goals and eager to complete the Cartography Quest and reach their final destination! DEEP DIVE: QUEST The learners in Explore embarked on a Cartography Quest and traveled to all 7 continents using maps. They researched a country from each continent to complete World […]

Spark Year 5. Session 3. Week 2

This week, the Sparks delved deeper into their Marine Biology study by exploring the vast array of life that exists beneath the ocean’s surface. The learners had a chance to hone their debating skills by discussing the topic “Are sea turtles better than fish?” This provided an opportunity to understand different perspectives and practice healthy […]

Explore Year 5. Session 3. Week 2.

The learners in Explore started the week with powerful reflections about the culture of Explore; what they are proud of and what they want to improve upon. QUEST This week Explorers traveled to Europe, Africa and Antarctica through Cartography Quest! They thoughtfully discussed the meaning of borders and current events from the countries within Europe […]

Discovery Year 5. Session 3. Week 2.

Just like that, the session is over halfway through! Discoverers continue their work in Cartography Quest, Civilization, Work Cycles, and Outdoor Play/P.D.  QUEST In Week 2, the modern-day Magellan’s of Discovery Studio set forth to new continents. The voyage visited Africa, Europe, and Antarctica through the continued creation of a world fact book. In Squads, […]

Spark Year 5. Session 3. Week 1

To kick off the start of the session, Spark learners dove deep into the ocean to embark on their focus for this session- Marine Biology! To begin their study, learners explored the ecosystems of each layer of the ocean before flowing into lessons on new works. Sparks engaged in threading, pin punching, cutting, and measuring […]

Explore Year 5. Session 3. Week 1.

Explorers began Session 3 with discussions about the kind of culture they want in their studio and how they plan to create and pass down that culture for future Explore learners. QUEST The learners in Explore took on the role of map-makers in their Cartography Quest this week. They contemplated whether they would have joined […]

Discovery Year 5. Session 3. Week 1.

Discovery learners launched into Session 3 with energy and autonomy. Take a peek into this session’s Quest and the evolution of Work and Play Cycles! QUEST Cartography Quest presents the opportunity to circumnavigate the globe through your imagination. Learners gain valuable map-making skills through mini-challenges called Voyages. Heroes will also dive deeply into cultural narratives […]