Embark on a year-long learning adventure through the diverse geography and rich history of California!

In this real-time online class, 4th-grade students will explore the story of our great state through award-winning historical fiction, interactive discussions, creative notebooking, engaging videos, drama, diorama-building, research, and hands-on projects.

Lessons are aligned with California’s 4th-grade social studies standards and are designed to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and build presentation skills as students share their learning with peers in fun and meaningful ways.

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

Session 1: 

September 1 & 2, 2026 - Learning Coach Orientations

September 8, 2026 - Session 1 Begins

December 18, 2026 - Session 1 Ends

Session 2: 

January 11, 2027 - Session 2 Begins

May 14, 2027 - Session 2 Ends

Registration: $225/session

Teacher Curriculum: Savvas Learning Company and teacher-curated social studies activities. See Spark Curriculum List. 

If a student withdraws from Science or Social Studies classes, the cost of the curriculum is non-refundable. If a Spark Science or Social Studies student withdraws within the grace period, they will receive a class refund minus a $40 Savvas curriculum fee ($225 − $40).