Get Ready for

Grade 2 / Year 3 Literacy

Teacher: Shilpa Suresh

Grade / Year:  Starting Grade 2 / Year 3

Time: Mon-Thurs, 8:00am - 9:15am

Category: Academic Enrichment

Getting ready for literacy will prepare students for next year through interactive activities, shared and independent reading, writing opportunities and foster a deeper understanding of the language. 

Students transitioning to Grade 2 will learn by: 

"Looking Closely at Writing"

• How is it built? Structure: leads, endings, transitions, organization, paragraphs.

• How is it filled? Development - vocabulary, word choice, elaboration, examples, evidence.

• How does it look? Conventions - spelling, punctuation, grammar, handwriting.

Get Ready for

Grade 3 / Year 4 Math

Teacher: Emer McDaid

Grade / Year: Starting Grade 3 / Year 4

Time: Mon-Thurs, 8:00am - 9:15am

Category: Academic Enrichment

Getting ready for Year 4 / Grade 3 Mathematics will prepare students for the year ahead. In our sessions, we will:

• Review and consolidate key concepts already covered in Year 3 / Grade 2.

• Enhance problem-solving skills through interactive activities and games.

• Foster collaborative learning through group work and discussions.

Topics we will cover are number sense, operations, geometry, measurement and statistics.

Coding

& Programming

Teacher: Maha Sousak

Grade / Year: Grade 2-3 / Year 3-4

Time: Mon-Thurs, 8:00am - 9:15am

Category: Science

Become a coding whiz! Build interactive games, stories, and animations using Scratch, a fun and beginner-friendly platform. Through drag-and-drop blocks and engaging activities, you'll learn the basics of programming logic, problem-solving, and storytelling.

What will you create? Imagine coding your own arcade game, designing a cartoon adventure, or even creating an interactive story. The possibilities are endless!

Benefits: Develop critical thinking skills, learn problem-solving through code, and boost your creativity – all while having fun!

Who should join? This course is perfect for students with no prior coding experience who are curious about how games and animations are made and for those who have experience and wish to create more games.

A Journey Through the Arabic Language

Teacher: Sarah Al Fahad

Grade / Year:  Grade 2-3 / Year 3-4

Time: Mon-Thurs, 8:00am - 9:15am

Category: Global Connections

Learners will be able to gain these skills and enjoy activities in Arabic:

• Selected Arabic Letters: Students will explore a curated selection of Arabic letters, focusing on letter recognition, pronunciation, and basic writing skills.

• Students' Names in Arabic: Students will learn to write and recognize their names in Arabic script, fostering a personal connection to the language.

• Arts and Crafts: Creative sessions will involve arts and crafts activities related to the Arabic letters learned, encouraging creativity and reinforcing language concepts.

• Playdates: Interactive playdates will include language-based games, storytelling, and conversations.

Get Ready for Grade 2 / Year 3 Mathematics

Teacher: Ishrath Fathima

Grade / Year: Starting Grade 2 / Year 3

Time: Mon-Thurs, 9:30am - 10:45am

Category: Academic Enrichment

Getting ready for Grade 2 / Year 3 mathematics will prepare students for the next year through number talks, fun-filled games, problem solving, collaborative learning and feedback. Students transitioning to Grade 2 / Year 3 will : 

• Develop a solid understanding of place value, strengthen fluency in addition and subtraction facts.

•  Enhance their ability to analyze and solve problems using appropriate mathematical strategies and reasoning. 

• Engage in puzzles and games that foster mathematical thinking .

Get Ready for Grade 3 / Year 4 Literacy

Teacher: Shilpa Suresh

Grade / Year:  Starting Grade 3 / Year 4

Time: Mon-Thurs, 9:30am - 10:45am

Category: Academic Enrichment

Getting ready for literacy will prepare students for next year through interactive activities, shared and independent reading, writing opportunities and foster a deeper understanding of the language. Students transitioning to Grade 3 will learn by: 

"Looking Closely at Writing"

• How is it built? Structure - leads, endings, transitions, organization, paragraphs.

• How is it filled? Development - vocabulary, word choice, elaboration, examples, evidence.

• How does it look? Conventions - spelling, punctuation, grammar, handwriting.

Unusual

Animals

Teacher: David Gibson

Grade / Year: Grade 2-3, Year 3-4

Time: Mon-Thurs, 9:30am - 10:45am

Category: Arts & Crafts

Learn about some of the most weird, strange, peculiar and unusual animals alive!

Some areas of learning include incredible methods of movement, amazing hunting techniques. ridiculous sounds and forms of communication, as well as many other breathtaking facts!

Crafts Galore

Teacher: Shaista Akbar

Grade / Year:  Grade 2-3/Year 3-4

Time: Mon-Thurs, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Category: Arts & Crafts

Description: Summer Adventures for Grades 2-4! Get ready for a whirlwind of creativity and fun in our action-packed crafts course! From mastering magical drawing tricks to crafting cool creations using recycled treasures, you'll unlock your inner artist while making new friends along the way. Imagine creating personalized bookmarks, keychains, and greeting cards that are as unique as you are! Get ready to unleash your imagination, develop super skills, and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Exploring Science

(2 sections)

Teachers: Komali Abbineni & Maha Sousak

Grade / Year:  Grade 2-3/Year 3-4

Time: Mon-Thurs, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Category: Science

Exploring Science course offers an exciting summer course tailored for young minds in grades 2 and 3! Dive into the wonders of science through interactive activities, hands-on experiments, and captivating demonstrations. From learning plants to exploring the properties of matter, each session is filled with age-appropriate fun and discovery. Through engaging lessons and guided exploration, students will develop fundamental scientific skills such as observation, questioning, and experimentation.