WingHaven Schoolhouse

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

What Winghaven Mamas Do!

One unexpected benefit of the gatherings at Winghaven?

The prep time gained by the mamas and papas whose kiddoes arrive each Tuesday and Friday.

Among the activities reported: Gym workouts, Shop Rite runs, Amish Market visits, NAPS!, phone time, gas-ups, unscheduled chat time....and then there are the transactions that take place on the driveway: Organic honey, hand-me-downs, children (for playdates), coupons, curriculum, PRAYER!!

We knew there would be lots of learning going on. The bonus of the sense of community has been a lovely surprise.

See you all Friday!

New Class Offerings

Winghaven Friends -and Friends of Friends- are invited to join in the fun of learning at the cottage with three new gatherings and current gatherings as well!

Tuesdays

9:00AM-10:30AM- Bibliophile Club- We will continue through the month of May with our weekly study of classic authors and their finest works. Each friend will be developing their own graphic literature journal. Recommended for book-loving friends ages 5-9.

11:00AM-12:30PM- State of New Jersey Unit Study Gathering- This gathering is open to all elementary students, with the NJ 4th Grade NJ State focus in mind. We will study the geography, history and culture of The Garden State together, producing a colorfully detailed notebook of our lessons.

Fridays

9:00AM-10:30AM- Artistic Pursuits- Friends are welcome to join this on-going art class. Ages 6-12. Please inquire for details.

11:00AM-12:30PM- Bridges and Skyscrapers- Another ongoing gathering which studies elements of architecture and engineering with an emphasis on geography. New friends welcome!

1:00-2:30PM- KA-BOOM!!/Not-So-Mad Scientists- New Friends are welcome to join this gathering which previously met on Tuesday mornings. In the weeks ahead we will be conducting all-new experiments and producing a biographical notebook of our favorite scientists, featuring their successes AND failures. Ages 6-12.

Please contact Mrs. H. at crystalhanrahan1@gmail.com before attending, in order to commit to a course. Friends of Winghaven Schoolhouse make suggested contributions of $8 per class visit, paid monthly, to help with expenses. Additionally, newly registering friends are asked to contribute a $10 materials fee per course.

We hope you will be learning with us at the Cottage!

Just Gruesome!

Anatomy Class Wrap-UpThe Friday Crew Finished Out Their Study of The Human:

Body With Some Fun Shenanigans!

WE ARE

FEARFULLY

AND WONDERFULLY

MADE!!!

Can't Wait

Til Next

Semester: KA-BOOM! Science Experiments!

Not-So-Mad Scientists

Check-It-Out!

Monday, October 1, 2012

EEeewww!!

Here are two brave physiologists displaying and demonstrating the very voluntary muscle (this of a bovine) which is attached to the strongest skeletal muscle, the masseter!

Thanks, Mrs. Hughes!

Sunday, September 30, 2012

Marshmallow Molecular Structure

Mrs. Clark's Elementary Scientists

Experimented

Created

And perfected their designs!

Studies In Line and Space

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Patch
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Plump

Pumpkins

Prettily posed with the proud participants of "Artistic Pursuits" at Winghaven.

Portfolios are practically popping!

Bridges and Skyscrapers

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The Winghaven Bridges and Skyscrapers Class took a quick break from our book-learnin' to practice some of the features of the structures we have studied thus far.

The Knex Educational sets are ideal for exploring the ins-and-outs of architecture.

The binders we are building will incorporate the biographies of builders, inventors, and designers. Geography and literature links will be added in along the way.

Walks across some of our favorite bridges and trips to impressive structures will be squeezed into busy school day schedules.

Thursday, May 31, 2012

WingHaven 2012/2013 Offerings

Winghaven 2012/2013 Offerings

Friends (and Friends of Friends) are once again invited to the cottage to join our family's learning adventure!

To respond to this invitation and make a commitment to these courses, please contact heycrystal@comcast.net.

Winghaven participants are asked to make a contribution of $15 per student, per course by July 15. Once our gatherings begin, an ongoing contribution of $7 per student, per scheduled visit, to be given at the beginning of each month, is requested. For example, in a month with four weeks, a family is asked to contribute $28 per child at the first gathering of the month.

All materials are provided unless otherwise noted.

Gatherings will commence on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 through the end of April 2013, excepting various holidays TBA.

Tuesday Offerings

Junior Book Club- 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
This year's reading selections will include beautifully illustrated titles which tell the stories of heroes of church history and the Westminster Shorter Catechism. We will archive all that we learn in our bound reading journals. Recommended for mature 3 year olds through inquisitive 8 year olds.

Elementary Science- 11 AM-12:30 PM
Mrs. Jenny Clark will lead this gathering using the "I Wonder Why" science series as well as other books, handouts, lap books and projects to inform us about such subjects animal life, geology, human anatomy, and more. Please know that references to evolution will be deleted from the series, allowing parents to address those questions at home. Recommended for ages up to 8.

Elementary Book Club-1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Mrs. Clark will continue into the afternoon with this gathering of serious bibliophiles who are proficient readers. Children willing to commit to reading 3-4 chapters at home each week will delight in the group discussions of vocabulary, setting, plot and character development. Swiss Family Robinson, A Dolphin's Tale, and My Side of the Mountain are just a few of the titles to be reviewed. Memorable projects and recipes, too!

Wednesday Offerings

World History- 4:30 PM- 6:00 PM
The DVD recordings of 2006 History of The World Conference will serve as the springboard for our discussions in this survey of the contributions of The Babylonians, The Greeks, The Vikings, The Crusaders, The Mayans, The Settlers, and The Founders. Note-taking skills will be exercised, and the time will be lightened by colorful hi-liters and fresh popcorn.

Friday Offerings

Artistic Pursuits- 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
We discovered this comprehensive art curriculum at CHAP this spring and can't wait to dive in! Check it out for yourself at www.artisticpursuits.com. We love that technique instruction is linked to examples of masterpieces and practical applications as well. The format of this gathering is unique in that children of various ages will receive a group lesson and then go into break-out sessions within their age group to create their guided projects. The group will be challenged to plan a benefit art gallery in the latter part of the school year.
*Please note that the suggested contribution for this class is $10 per visit to cover costs of quality supplies.*

Ancient Egypt- 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
The compelling titles recommended by Veritas will serve as our primary resources, integrating Bible and History with some of our most impactful projects yet. Not a course for the faint of heart, as topics such as mummification and the human drama of slavery and sin will be frankly discussed! Recommended for those aged 6-12.

Apologia Human Anatomy- 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Continuing with Jennie Fulbright's excellent series, we will learn about the systems within our amazing bodies, with special consideration given to their Maker. Independent purchase of the Text and Notebooking Journal for this course will need to be made. Weekly reading assignments and faithful completion of homework is a must. Open to proficient readers with adequate penmanship.

Offerings To Be Determined:

Beginning Latin
Arrangements are being made to bring in a wonderful lady who will introduce entry-level students to Latin using the Henle curriculum. Contributions will need to be made to compensate for the value of her time and transportation, perhaps $12 per student per visit. In the meantime, please express your interest in this gathering and the ages of the children who would benefit by it.

Bridges and Skyscrapers
Oh the possibilities! An appropriate schedule is being developed to allow for this group which would meet to construct models which demonstrate basic principles of physics and architecture. Class size will be limited to allow plenty of elbow room during construction. Recommended for ages 7-13.

Dog Days Of Summer At Winghaven

Beat The Heat at Winghaven

during our three-day blitzes!

Enjoy these special interest immersions:

Geography Blitz

June 12, 13, and 14th, 11AM-2PM

Explore the World's Great Mountain Ranges.

Geology, geography, anthropology, culinary arts and more all in a 3 day gig.

Recommended for friends aged 6-14.

Suggested contribution: $35 per child, by June 7.

Star Wars Blitz

July 10, 11th, and 12th, 11AM-3PM

Star Wars. When my little brother annoyed me to no end with his Darth Vader obsession back in 1977, I had no idea it would be a life sentence; that I would marry a Han Solo fan, and we would breed little saber-bearers. What's a homeschooling mom to do? Why, make it into a unit study, of course!

Those of you willing to admit that you had a secret crush on Luke and wanted hair just like Leia's are invited to bring your stormtroopers and ewoks ages 4-14 over for three afternoons of pseudo-educational fun. All projects will be taken from The Star Wars Craft Book by Bonnie Burton which is dedicated to "Geeky crafters everywhere...May the glue gun be with you." And our snacks will be samplings from The Star Wars CookBook, including Wookie Cookies, Tusken Raider Taters, Obi-Wan Kebabs, and other galactic recipes. We will also discuss the possible redemptive themes of the Star Wars series.

Suggested contribution: $45 per child, by July 1st.

Mini Weapons Blitz

July 24, 25, and 26th, 11AM-3PM

Our guys have flipped over the book "Mini Weapons Of Mass Destruction", which came one the heels of "Backyard Ballistics". One brother may or may not have almost caused himself serious dental damage with a homemade penny bomb. Note to self: always check the contents of those innocent-looking brown paper bags purchased at Bob's Hobby Shop. This 3-day blitz will not involve explosions, but homemade trebuchets and catapults and such will be sent home for your careful supervision! Other delightful para-military experiences will make this unit study something to write home about.

Suggested contribution: $40 per child, by July 1st.

To accept this invitation, please email to heycrystal@comcast.net