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  • Teen Book Club: The Hunger Games

    This is a teen book club designed for teens who may or may not love reading! In this 6-week course we will complete the first book of the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This will require students to read or listen to an audiobook version between classes, which averages 20-30 min of reading/listening per day. During class time we will discuss the assigned chapters and accompany our discussion with an interactive project. This makes our classes more lively and fun, and also adds an extra layer of learning literacy and comprehension. Here is a breakdown of our schedule: Week 1 - Introduction and Welcome! We will go over expectations and a reading schedule breakdown. For our first meeting it is not necessary to have read any of the chapters in advance. Instead, we will participate in an activity where I ask students to "Create the Perfect Society". This will set the tone for the book as well as introduce students to the dystopian fiction genre. Week 2: Chapters 1-7. During this week we introduce the setting and main characters. For a hands-on activity we will design a poster for The Reaping using Canva or any photo editing software of their choice. The finished poster can be shared during class or at the start of next week's class if additional time is needed. This week's activity will center heavily around the topic of propaganda, government control and community social structures. Week 3: Chapters 8-14. Discussion will revolve around the Capitol and the stark contrasts Katniss and Peeta experience in the book. For our activity we will participate in a "Capitol Fashion Design Challenge", where students will design a gala outfit for a future or past Hunger Games tribute. The book features many opportunities to explore symbolism, media influence, peer pressure and societal structures. Week 4: Chapters 15-21. (Note: These chapters feature descriptions of death and violence.) For our activity we will participate in a Media Manipulation Analysis. This entails watching clips of some famous reality shows that have aired on TV, prompting discussion on audience influence and manipulation. Students will also discuss the loss of a certain beloved character in the book and will be prompted to write a poem or create artwork that expresses themes of loss, compassion and resistance. Week 5: Chapters 22-27. Discussion of the ending and predictions for the sequels. Our activity is a Kahoot quiz: "Would You Survive The Hunger Games?" Week 6: Movie watch party!

  • Jr. Minecraft Ongoing Course

    Have fun with fellow Minecrafters ages 6-9 in this JW-exclusive course. Every week we will have fun playing and learning together using Minecraft Education Edition. Students can be absolute beginners wanting to learn how to play and/or would like to improve in their Minecraft skills. We will use custom private servers to encourage learning while playing! ------------- $$$ Tip: Classes are $12/week if booked per session. Save $$ by purchasing in bulk by selecting the Monthly Budget Plan, which is $40 for 4 sessions of your choice (you choose the dates you attend)! And don't forget about our Mossflower Rewards program, where you earn points for each purchase and can exchange them for discounts. -------------- Description: Each week we play in different world servers that feature an academic theme. Some of our past themes have included: - STEM: designing and planning structures in co-op - History & Social Studies (i.e., ancient lands: China, Mesopotamia, Greece, Ireland and more) - Coding & AI - Math & Science (Minecraft chemistry & crafting) - Arts & Literature (book-themed worlds, pixel art, graphic design, etc) - Free builds: roller coasters, biomes & seasonal themes Our Jr. Minecraft players will be invited to play in the "sandbox" version of these custom-built worlds and submit their feedback to the creators for improvement! We will also have some free-play at the end of class. Minecraft Education Edition is free to download here: https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/get-started/download You are not required to sign up for the free trial or pay for a subscription. Your custom license to use during our classes is included with your enrollment in this course. Your learner will be given a custom login and password to use during our classes and even between classes, giving you access 24/7 for as long as you are enrolled. Note: We do not typically play in Survival mode, only in Creative. Mobs (like zombies and creepers) are disabled, as well as PvP (player vs. player), ensuring that students play nice and learn proper gaming etiquette. Our rule in class is: if you didn't make it, don't break it! For the Jr. Minecraft club you may wish to purchase a Monthly Budget pricing plan for $40/student, which provides you with 4 credits per month. You can then select the dates you would like to attend and apply 1 credit per class.

  • JW Minecraft Weekly Club (Tuesdays)

    Are you a homeschooler looking for core subjects that aren't just boring videos or textbooks? Let's make learning fun with Minecraft Education Edition! My name is Ms. Astrid and our school, Mossflower Academy, is a certified Minecraft Education organization. Using the Minecraft Education platform I will be using game-based learning. Each week your learner will have access to our private account, where they will participate in weekly build challenges, educational servers, coding tutorials, games and co-op play. Here are some of our upcoming classes: - Biblically accurate Solomon's temple - Noah's ark to scale (hint: it is MASSIVE! All hands on deck for this one!) - Jerusalem and Bethlehem - Ancient Egypt in Moses' day - Mount Sinai - Babylon in Daniel's time - Jericho - Iconic scenes from the Bible (David and Goliath, the parting of the Red Sea, Paul's ministry locations and more) Students can attend on a weekly subscription; classes are $10/week and include access to your own Minecraft Education account during class. You can also pay for a month at a time using our Pricing Plans option, which will also give you access to the Minecraft Education account between classes!

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  • Mossflower Wildschool | Mossflower Academy

    Mossflower Wildschool Welcome to Mossflower Wildschool! We welcome all types of homeschoolers to join us in expanding your child's homeschooling experience. Our co-ops groups meet once a week and accommodate kids ages 4-11 in the first half, and tweens/teens ages 12 and up in the second. The two groups overlap in the middle, allowing our kids to socialize together but also have separate play times. All supplies are provided as well as a light snack. Monthly themes and activities are posted each month, as well as any upcoming field trips. All ages are welcome and our groups are designed for parents to stay and participate as they build connections with other homeschooling parents. Each session will always have hands-on activities and learning, as well as opportunities for free play and socialization. Our co-op leaders plan lessons with the intention of incorporating outdoor group activities when possible. At Mossflower Wildschool we believe learning should be fun ! Wild Teens (ages 12 and up) $80/month 1 day per week (1 learner) Enroll Now Wild Kids (ages 4-11) $80/month 1 learner per week Enroll Now

  • Wild Teens (ages 12 and up) | Mossflower Academy

    < Back Wild Teens (ages 12 and up) $80/month 1 day per week (1 learner) Enroll All About Our Co-Ops Our teens meet Wednesdays 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Central Time at the Yvonne Richardson Community Center in Fayetteville. You can join us at any time during the semester! The first hour of co-op is designed for kids ages 4-11 and there is an overlap during the second hour where our older tweens & teens arrive (12-1pm) and participate in a shared activity. Our younger students exit the program at 1pm and the teens stay until 2pm. What We Do at Co-Op: Our group atmosphere is very relaxed and easygoing. Don't stress if you are late or need to leave early! Our group leaders plan lessons and group activities that encourage teambuilding and hands-on learning. A typical day at co-op looks like this: 12:00 - 1:00 PM: Arrive and participate in a fun hands-on activity with our Wild Kids group (ages 4-11). This is a great opportunity for our teens to demonstrate leadership and social skills as they assist the younger ages with some of the planned games and projects. 1:00 - 2:00 PM: Tweens/Teens only! The last hour of co-op is designed for our older students, where they will participate in a quiet, sensory-friendly activity (nature journaling, book club, roleplaying games, arts and crafts, etc.) Information for Parents/Guardians Parents/guardians are invited to stay and supervise their learners. It's a great way to meet and connect with the parents of your child's fellow classmates, and you are welcome to participate in the crafts and assist your young learner with following directions, bathroom breaks, etc. Enrollment info: To enroll please purchase a monthly subscription plan, which will auto-renew each month. You can drop in & out at any time during the semester, and pause it for longer vacations if needed. We meet August - May and take a summer break during the months of June & July. If you are paying with EFA funds, please select the EFA Plan, which will provide you with instructions on how to proceed with DirectPay. Please note that we only issue DirectPay invoices for quarterly enrollments (3 months minimum), so if you prefer to pay month-to-month, you will want to instead purchase a monthly subscription and submit a reimbursement to ClassWallet each month. *** NOTE: During the winter months we meet at an alternate location due to inclement weather. Please be sure to join our WhatsApp channel after enrolling to keep up with announcements and updates. TEACHER: Astrid Turner NOTE : Please enroll multiple learners separately. Unsubscribe at any time via your member profile. Previous Next

  • Home | Mossflower Academy

    Live Online Classes Coming this fall : local secular homeschooling co-op for K-12! Click here for more information. Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Live, online classes with an experienced virtual teacher and homeschooling parent/co-op leader. Check out my classes and book your child's enrichment classes while allowing them to socialize with other learners around the world! Online and In-Person Enrichment Jr. Minecraft Club Tuesdays 12pm Central A weekly Minecraft club with various educational themes and private, secured free play with JW kids ages 6-9. $12/week (USD) or $40/month per student JW Minecraft Club Tuesdays 1pm Central A weekly Minecraft club with various educational themes and private, secured free play with JW kids ages 10+. $10/week (USD) per student *** Minecraft Education is free to download, and your enrollment in a class will provide you with a license to play in our custom servers.*** schedule How Do I Enroll? Welcome! Whether you are homeschooling or not, my classes are designed to enrich your learners' education. Live classes are hosted live via secured, integrated Zoom conferencing. I also offer offline asynchronous courses, where instruction is provided via pre-recorded videos and interactive offline lessons. You can start booking classes by creating an account and then enrolling in the classes of your choice. Meeting information is emailed to you and is accessible on your account dashboard. You can keep track of your payments and meeting IDs there, and students can upload files and access classroom materials if needed. Everything is integrated into this website, so there's no need to enter meeting IDs, passwords or download a separate app to keep track of teacher communications. For our in-person classes, please check out Mossflower Wildschool, which is our local co-op here in NW Arkansas. We are an approved vendor for the Arkansas Education Freedom Accounts (EFA)! Check out our FAQ section for more help and important policies. Thank you for choosing Mossflower Academy! About Contact

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