Year 4. Session 5. Week 1 Spark Update

In Spark this week, the learners jumped right back into their lessons. The start of a new session brings new lessons to the studio and the learners were excited to learn all about them. A few popular works this week have been crushing eggshells with a mortar and pestle and learning how to use a lock. The learners also explored the new additions to the outdoor work area.

 

On Thursday, the Discovery and Spark studios gathered for a combined discussion on taking care of our campus. Both studios met for clarity on how certain materials get used and what it means to take care of our wonderful campus while holding accountability with each other.

This session we will be learning all about zoology and the different classes of animals. This week the learners got an introduction to what zoology means and the different animals that belong to each class. They also ended the week with a fun animal craft that incorporated fine motor skills of cutting, gluing and assembling the craft based off a visual image. 

This week for Grace and Courtesy the learners have been focusing on what it looks like to wait for something and the concept of patience. With all the new lessons out, this is a great way to practice a trait that will benefit the learners outside of the studios. For more insight on grace and courtesy you can refer to this article that outlines the concept in detail. 

The Sparks also celebrated two birthdays this week with our Walk Around The Sun Ceremony in the yurt. Happy birthday Zane and Marlowe! It was so much fun celebrating you!

Have a great weekend!