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Spring/Summer News at Creative Learning Connection
April 20, 2007
Well, I forgot two things the last time I sent this out --
the title, which I know makes some people uneasy about
reading emails, and a special we're running on copies.
So, I'm sending this out again, with the addition of those
two pieces of information added!
From now through May 10, we're running a 1/2 price sale on
copies. So, regular copies, instead of being 5 cents each,
will only be 2.5 cents each.
Spring & Summer News at Creative Learning Connection
(again, for the sake of those who might have missed it
earlier today!)
Creative Learning Connection
8006 Old Madison Pike, Ste 11A
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 325-3305
www.CreativeLearningConnection.com
Hours: Monday – Thursday Noon – 5:00 p.m.
(And the 1st Friday and Saturday of Each Month -- same
times)
We have many exciting events coming up; pease be sure to
RSVP for any you plan to attend – so we can plan properly!
For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Cathy at
cmmjaime@alum.mit.edu or 325-3305.
Reminder: Movie Night – tonight!
Calling all kids ages 7-12! Join us for a night of movies,
munchies and making new friends.
Friday, April 20th, from 6:00 p.m. to ~9:00 p.m. we will be
watching “Follow Me Boys” (a wonderful, under-appreciated
Fred McMurray film)
Please bring a favorite drink and $3 each, or $10 per
family for pizza and snacks.
(Mom and Dad are welcome to stay. Older and younger
siblings are also welcome.)
Student Workshop: World War II
We have an exciting workshop being offered by Robert Fuller
(homeschooling Dad) for students in Junior High and High
School
Thursday, April 26th 1:00 – 3:00 P.M.
This workshop will introduce your students to some of the
key events of World War II. Whether your students are
already fans of World War II, or whether you want them to
get a better understanding of this critical world event,
this will be a great time for them to learn about this
significant war!
Cost: $10/student
Used Book Sales
Now is a great time to start selling the things we're done
with, and picking up "new" things for next year.
The dates we currently have on the calendar for sales this
spring at CLC are:
Monday, April 30th, Thursday, May 31st, Monday, June 18th,
July 16th (A Date will be set later for August)
Those sales will begin at 7:00 p.m. and go to approximately
9:00 p.m. Sellers may arrive between 6:00 and 6:30 to set
up their books. (Be sure to bring cash, to make it easier
to buy and sell. We provide the space and the tables.
There is no charge to participate in the Used Book Sales.
(Leaving leftover books at CLC afterwards on consignment is
an option, but there is no pressure.)
And please help spread the word to others who might be
interested. The more who participate, the more we all
benefit.
Club Invention – E.Z. Science
Tuesday afternoons, 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. (May 1st, 8th, 15th,
and 22nd)
We still have a few slots in our May Club Invention. This
is a wonderful hand-on Science program for students in
Grades 1 – 6; Cost is $69 for the 4-week session. Here’s
the description of this month’s Club Invention from their
website:
“E.Z. Science, the dedicated, yet absent-minded manager of
E.Z. Science Journal, has enlisted the help of the children
at Club Invention. Despite his good intentions, E.Z. has
misplaced several articles and needs the children's skills
in mathematics and science to make the magazine's print
deadline.
Children first discover that important portions of this
month's feature article are missing. They must conduct
experiments, such as measuring time with a time glass and
inflating balloons with carbon dioxide, to gather necessary
information for the article.
Next, children complete the advice column by solving a knot
puzzle, protecting eggs from a 3-foot drop, and creating a
game with instructions. After giving their best advice,
children move on to the student exchange column, where they
design and construct a device to make schoolwork easier.
The magazine is finally ready to print; however, the
presses have broken down! Children review simple machines
to repair the press and get the wheels rolling. With the
magazine printed, children create mazes leading to the
magazine's distribution centers and restore order at the
E.Z. Science Journal by providing inventive science and
mathematical solutions to everyday problems.”
Geography Fair
Monday, May 7th from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. (new date, sorry!)
Geography Fairs are such a great way for students to learn
about a specific state, country, or other region of the
world. They pick a place, do their research, and make some
sort of a display for others to see. They may do lots of
research, or just scratch the surface; there is no right or
wrong way to do this. Poster boards work well; as do
Science Fair boards. National Geographics often have good
pictures and maps – and the internet is also a good source
of information and visuals. They may prepare a short oral
presentation if they would like. Please sign up, with a
list of which region(s) your family would like to present.
There is no cost to participate, but if each family would
like to bring a snack to share at the end of the
presentations, that would be great. (Regional foods are
always welcome, but not mandatory!)
Student Workshop: Jamestown – the 400th Anniversary!!!
Tuesday, May 29th 1:00 – 2:30 P.M.
Aimed at ages 7 and up, cost is $10/student.
In this workshop students will learn about the early
history of our Country; who came before the Pilgrims, and
why; what types of hardships they survived; and the
importance of John Smith in their survival.
Cost: $10/student (or $5 for members)
Student Workshop: Lewis & Clark Expedition
Wednesday, June 6th 1:00 – 2:30 P.M.
Aimed at ages 7 and up, cost is $10/student.
In this workshop students will learn about the exciting
adventures of the Lewis & Clark Expedition – the people,
the stories, and more.
Cost: $10/student (or $5 for members)
Summer Classes at CLC:
Watercolor Classes
Youth ages 9 and up.
Wednesday, June 13th and/or June 20th. Both from 2:30 -
4:00 P.M.
Contact Betty Wilson at 772-5891 for more information
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STUDENT WRITING CLUBS
At Creative Learning Connections
with Cathy Puett Miller,
Independent Literacy Consultant
Using
the 6+1 Traits System
of Teaching and Evaluating Writing
An experienced writer herself, Mrs. Miller’s classes
include discussions of great published writing, in-class
exercises to build idea generation, organization, voice,
word choice, sentence fluency, conventions (editing and
revising), and presentation, and individualized attention.
These summer writing clubs will approach writing from the
perspective of student interests and will cloak learning
with lots of fun. Students will also be encouraged to write
between classes for the most benefit. Whether your child is
a reluctant or enthusiastic writer, Mrs. Miller will focus
on meeting their needs.
Four-week summer Writing Club begins June 4 (ends June 25)
Separate classes serving
2nd through 3rd grade (1 hour once a week)Mondays
12:15-1:15PM
4th through 6th grade (1 hour once a week)-Mondays
1:30-2:30PM
7th through 9th grade (1 hour once a week)-Mondays
2:45-3:45PM
10th through 12th grade (1 hour once a week)-Mondays
4:00-5:00PM
Pricing starts at $50 per student- family discounts apply
for multiple children (a 20% discount for families or $40
per family member).
Cost includes portfolio and individualized writing
evaluations
Check or cash accepted for tuition; due by May 15, 2007, to
hold your child’s slot.
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER FOR THE CLASSES
CONTACT Cathy Puett Miller at 883-7005
or email cathypmiller@comcast.net
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Unit Studies and Classes with Heather Clanton-Sample
(Contact Heather at heathermdn@aim.com to sign up, or for
more information)
June - July:
Who Says Reading Isn't Fun?
Join us for a fun literature-based unit using the books The
Pain and the Great One, Freckle Juice, and The One in The
Middle is the Green Kangaroo all by Judy Blume. The
children will use their reading and listening skills as
well as hands-on-projects, yummy recipes, games, and team
work to help the books come alive. All 3 books are
included as part of the class fees. There is no need to
read them ahead of time - we will be working on them
together!
Ages: 7 - 11 year olds
Fees: $35 for all 8 sessions (includes the 3 books and all
supplies)
Dates: Tuesdays, June 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, July 3rd,
10th, 17th, 24th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
Life on the Farm!
Join us for a literature-linked farm unit study. We will
discover the many fun facts about farm animals such as
chickens, cows, ducks, horses, sheep, pigs, turkeys, and
more. Each session will include a variety of literature,
games, crafts, vocabulary skills, reading and writing
strategies, as well as science experiments and activities!
Ages: 5 - 7 year olds
Fees: $15 for all 6 sessions or $3 per session
Dates: Thursdays, June 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, July 5th,
12th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
August:
Making Language Arts Come Alive!!
This fun and interactive class will help get your child
ready for the upcoming school year by reviewing and/or
introducing important Language Arts skills. We will be
focusing on: synonyms, multiple-meaning words, commas,
capitalization, subject-verb agreement, punctuation,
irregular verbs, adverbs, homophones, prefixes and
suffixes, prepositional phrases, and pronouns. Through
games and involvement, your child will be able to learn at
a pace comfortable for all.
Ages: 3rd-5th grade
Fees: $12 for all 4 sessions
Dates: Tuesday, August 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
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Creative Writing
Do you have a child with a flair for writing? Or perhaps
one who needs a little more spark in their creativity?
Join us for this creative writing study while we discover
various forms of writing including lyrics, prose, haiku,
free verse, and much more. This unit study will also
incorporate Christian character as we look through God's
Word together to reveal various forms of verse. By the
conclusion of the class, your child will be able to
successfully write in each form of poetic verse.
Ages: 3rd-5th grade
Fees: $20 per child for all 6 sessions (includes Creative
Writing text booklet and all applicable supplies)
Dates: Thursdays, August 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, September
6th, 13th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
Fall Classes:
We are also beginning to put together our class schedule
for next fall. Those will be posted on the website as they
become available. If there is something in particular you
are looking for, let us know, we may be able to find
someone to teach it. And if you want to teach something in
one of our classrooms, let us know, so we can see what we
arrange.
Creative Learning Connection
8006 Old Madison Pike, Ste 11A
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 325-3305
www.CreativeLearningConnection.com
Hours: Monday – Thursday Noon – 5:00 p.m.
(And the 1st Friday and Saturday of Each Month)
For more information, or to RSVP for any of the above
events, please contact Cathy at cmmjaime@alum.mit.edu or
325-3305.
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