LEAP CO-OP

Going West by Wagon Train 

Instructor: Mrs. Martin

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Class Description: 

In this class we will take a hands-on journey west along the Oregon Trail, helping students experience what life was like for pioneer families. We will learn who the pioneers were, how and why the traveled westward, and what life was like as a pioneer child. Students will participate in crafts, games, and making simple recipes as a group. 

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Throughout the unit, students will explore daily life on the trail, what pioneers packed and ate, the challenges they faced, and what it was like to settle in the West—all in a fun, interactive, and age-appropriate way.

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Special notes:

• A supply fee of $10 is required for craft and recipe supplies. Food will be served during week 5. 

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Who were the pioneers and why they traveled westward. Making a map of the three main trails West. 

Week 2 – Conestoga wagon/prairie schooner history and construction. What it was like traveling on the wagon trail. 

Week 3 – Prepping for the journey. We will do a real life wagon packing challenge and "wagon" race

Week 4 – Pioneer clothing and a simple sewing lesson

Week 5 – Pioneer food and making johnny cakes

Week 6 – Life was a pioneer child. Hand washing clothes and candle making. 

Week 7 – Settling as a pioneer. Log cabin construction craft and an introduction to the Homestead Act. 

Week 8 – Pioneer toys & games. Making no sew rag dolls or a button in a cup. Playing Fox & Geese outside (weather dependent) 

 

 

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Spy Science

Instructor: Mr. Keaton

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Class Description:

Snakes are fascinating. They come in all colors and shapes and live in so many places in our world. We encounter them in the Bible, mythology and literature. We’ll have fun learning about snake characteristics, geography and habitats, and do a lap book and crafts as we learn about some of the many surprisingly varied snakes in the world.

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Special notes:

• Students should expect to encounter snake pictures and videos, possibly including snakes eating. We will also be reading Rikki Tikki Tavi, which can be suspenseful.

 

Syllabus:

Week 1: What are snakes? Classification, Reptiles vs. Amphibians

Week 2: All colors, shapes and sizes

Week 3: Anatomy

Week 4: Life cycle

Week 5: Snake Senses and Movement

Week 6: Molting

Week 7: Predators and Prey

Week 8: Defense

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Hola! Fun with Spanish

Instructor: Mrs. Lopez

 

Class description:

Join us for a fun introduction to the Spanish language! Through songs, games, stories, movement, and interactive activities, students will begin building a basic Spanish vocabulary in an engaging and encouraging environment. We will learn common greetings, numbers, colors, animals, family members, foods, and simple everyday phrases while also exploring a few cultural traditions from Spanish-speaking countries. No previous Spanish experience is needed, just a willingness to participate and have fun learning!

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Special notes:

• No homework or parent involvement is required. 

• Students should come ready to participate, play, sing, and practice speaking Spanish together. 

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Syllabus:

Week 1: Hola! Greetings, introductions, and classroom expectations

Week 2: Colors and numbers (1-20) through songs and games

Week 3: Shapes, school supplies, and classroom vocabulary 

Week 4: Family members and feelings

Week 5: Animals and simple descriptive words

Week 6: Foods, drinks, and simple phrases such as Me gusta...("I like")

Week 7: Introduction to Spanish-speaking countries, including music, traditions, and fun cultural facts

Week 8: Review through games, songs, and a fun celebration of everything we've learned

 

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The Giraffe That Walked to Paris

Instructor: Mrs. Carr

 

Class Description:

In 1826, the pasha of Egypt wanted to send a gift to the king of France. What would he send? How would it get there? You might guess from the title of the class, which is the book we’ll be using (by Nancy Milton- you do not need a copy). We will learn about the story of La Girafe and her journey, using the book as a springboard to study language arts, geography, history (including an American connection), culture, science, an art project or two, and even practical math topics!

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Special notes:

• none

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Syllabus:

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Week 1: Introducing the story, Matthew 5:9

Week 2: Mapping the journey, Egypt

Week 3: France, Paris, How big is Africa? 

Week 4: Country gifts, comparing cultures and languages

Week 5: Giraffes

Week 6: Other science topics such as oxidation, weather/wind, TBD

Week 7: Art project

Week 8: Measuring, Roman numerals, and time changes

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Outdoor Adventure Games

Instructor: Mrs. Scott​

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Class Description:

Outdoor Adventure Games is a fun, active class designed to help children build confidence, coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship through movement and play. Each week students will enjoy a variety of outdoor games, relays, team challenges, and beginner sports in a positive, encouraging environment. The goal is simple: stay active, make friends, and have fun!

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Special notes:

• None

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Syllabus:

Week 1 – Welcome to Adventure!

   Focus: Getting to know each other, class expectations, teamwork, and movement games.

Week 2 – Classic playground games

   Focus: Favorite outdoor games that encourage teamwork, strategy, and active play. Examples: Capture the Flag, Kickball, Sharks & Minnows, Relay Races

Week 3 – Throwing and Catching

   Focus: Hand–eye coordination

Week 4 – Basketball Basics

   Focus: Dribbling, passing, shooting, and beginner basketball games on the outdoor court.

Week 5 – Team Challenge Day 

   Focus: Relay races, obstacle courses, dodgeball, and cooperative games that build communication and confidence.

Week 6 – Backyard Favorites

   Focus: A mix of classic outdoor games and team competitions while practicing good sportsmanship.

Week 7 – Kids' Choice Games

   Focus: Students vote on their favorite games from previous weeks for one final day of active play before Field Day.

Week 8 – Fall Field Day Celebration 

   Focus: Celebrate the end of class with exciting stations and friendly team competitions.

   Activities may include:

• Relay races

• Obstacle course

• Tug-of-war

• Soccer challenge

• Basketball shooting challenge

• Bean bag toss

• Capture the Flag finale

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Music Makers: Meet the Composers

Instructor: Mrs. Little

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Class Description:

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​In this 8-week class, students will meet eight famous composers, moving roughly in order from the Baroque era through the Classical and Romantic eras and ending with American march music. Each week we'll read a short biography together, watch a video, listen to a piece of music while coloring, and talk through what we learned. Students will leave with a growing sense of who these composers were, what era they lived in, and what their music sounds like — no musical background required!

 

Special notes:​

• There will be additional pages sent home that are optional to complete.

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Syllabus:

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Week 1: Johann Sebastian Bach. Meet Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750), a composer from a family bursting with musicians. Students will read about his life in Baroque Germany, hear his dramatic organ music, and learn what a "fugue" is — a piece where musical lines chase each other.

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Week 2: George Frideric Handel. Meet George Frideric Handel (1685–1759), who moved from Germany to England and wrote music for kings. Students will hear the famous "Hallelujah Chorus" and learn how a big group of singers, called a chorus, performs together.

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Week 3: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Meet Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791), a musical prodigy who was performing for royalty by age six. Students will learn what "prodigy" means and enjoy the playful, elegant sound of Classical-era Vienna.

 

Week 4: Ludwig van Beethoven. Meet Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827), who kept composing powerful symphonies even after losing his hearing. Students will talk about perseverance and listen to some of the most famous music ever written.

 

Week 5: Frédéric Chopin. Meet Frédéric Chopin (1810–1849), a Polish-born composer famous for gentle, graceful piano music. Students will compare his softer piano sound to the bigger orchestral pieces from earlier weeks.

 

Week 6: Johannes Brahms. Meet Johannes Brahms (1833–1897), composer of the world-famous "Brahms' Lullaby." Students will learn about his friendship with fellow composer Robert Schumann and hear both his gentle and grand musical sides.

 

Week 7: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Meet Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893), the Russian composer behind the ballet The Nutcracker. Students will hear how music can tell a story — toy soldiers, dancing sweets, and snow — without a single word.

 

 

Week 8: John Philip Sousa. Meet John Philip Sousa (1854–1932), the American "March King" behind "The Stars and Stripes Forever." We'll wrap up the term with high-energy marching band music — feel free to march in place!

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