Educational Adventures ~
Classes * Workshops * Theraputic Sessions
CLASSES
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ART ON THE SPECTRUM, a class that is focused on creating a welcoming and engaging environment for children who are on the autistic spectrum or have other special needs along with any child that's up for a truly fun and amazing experience! Children come together to "play art and drama" and socialize. The growth that we've witnessed with these classes has been phenomenal. Childs has been affiliated and done work in the field of special education for over 20 years now.
$49.00 4 week session ~ongoing
~ THERAPUTIC MUSIC & DRAMATIC PLAY, a class that engages and draws out players creative, expressive side! These sessions can be private or small group. Individual or small group goals can focus around actual performances if this is the desired outcome and the child is motivated in that direction
$59.00 4 week session ~ ongoing $29.00 per private session
~ Please call (530) 677-7290 and ask for Dana. She'll answer all your questions and offer you a introductory session free of charge, so that you can see if what we offer is a good fit for you and your precious child.
Wednesday at 4:45pm ~ 1 opening left
~ HELP WITH DYSLEXIA is designed to actually reroute and rewire the mind neurologically through therapeutic and phonemic exercises (no hypnosis required with this process) in order to create a more fluid and successful reading and comprehension experience. We employ:
~ Lindamood Bell A.D.D. program breaks down auditory and visual symbols,
~ strategies that keep sessions positive and draws students back.
~ We make it fun and reading comprehension growth has averaged one years reading and comprehension per six months.
~ HOMEWORK HELP HOUR ~ Schedules vary based upon need and requests. Call (530) 306-2379 to see if Educational Adventures can help your student in their area of need. $25.00 session per studnet ~ no long term contracts ~ month to month benefits!
~Teenage Academic Triage...well, what can we say, "Got academically discouraged or angry teens?" We can help! From straight talk and motivational support, to study skills, homework help, in-depth tutoring, to ESL tutoring, we can help. The best way to find out if our services are a good fit is to schedule a complementary pow-wow today! Just call (530) 677-7290 and let Dana know what times are good for you.
~Home School Classes....our team offers everything from Becoming an Author, Art Classes, Elementary Math Club and Geological Field Studies that include trips into the Sierras and Nevada's Great Basin, Reading Enchantment Classes, Spelling Enrichment Game Sessions, The Story of the Southwest, to Let's Make California History Come Alive classes where students get to culminate their studies in Living History fashion in Coloma! See slide show for more visual information!
WE ARE MEMBERS OF THE ELDORADO ARTS BANK
~ we can bring the art experience into your classroom!
Youth Art Class ~ ages 9 to 14 years ~ covers drawing, watercolor, acrylic and pastel techniques over the course of a year. Students are encouraged to choose projects of their own in the various mediums offered, so that their
interest will always be at the maximum. Most supplies included, minor supply fees based upon project choice.
Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 7:00pm ~ $49.00/ 4 sessions per month ~
Creative Cartooning Class
Young artist will learn how to create cartoons the "old-fashioned" hands-on way, just like Chuck Jones and the Disney Artists did. We will also explore cartooning art history and discover how to create clever comedic dialouge.
Ages 8 to 12 ~ Call for dates and times.
CREATE YOUR OWN CUSTOM CLASS...
Does something else interest you? Just find five to eight students and we can get a class started! Call (530) 677- 7290 and we'll set it right up!
WORKSHOPS WITH
~GAIL FONTANA ~
Climbing the Ladder to Reach Your Goals : Do you ever feel as if Life has taken over Living? How can we stop our lives from being eaten up by those infernal yellow Pac-Men? In this class, you’ll see how simple it can be to take control of your life again. Dare to conjure up some goals (big or small) and put a plan into effect to reach them, using the innovative Ladder Method. Adult Education
Create Your Life Vision : Stop wandering aimlessly through your days. Do you even know what you want from life? Create a Vision Board to help you sift out the good stuff that can make your life Fantastic! Come to class ready to answer some soul-searching questions that will help you find your life’s dream. Leave with a sense of purpose and a completed Vision Board. $20 + $10 materials fee. Adults & Teens
Just for Mom (or Dad) Become An Author Workshop: Have you always wished you could write a book? Do you have a story that you’re trying to find the time to write? Well, now’s the time! This is a great workshop format to finally get your story written. It may be just the kick in the pants you need. It should be a real kick anyway. Bring a friend or meet new friends in this 4-day workshop.
$50 plus $15 supply fee. Adult Education
To register for these goal setting classes please contact Gail Fontana at (530) 306-3680
ADULT ART CLASSES taught by professional artist, Dana Childs (530) 306-2379 or go to www.takeflightarts.vpweb.com for more information and our winery tour. We also offer Theraputic Grief Art Sessions.