The benefits of learning ASL sign language at an early age are numerous. Teaching basic sign language at an early age helps students learn another language, in addition, to bringing awareness and respect to the deaf culture. Learning sign language provides all the same benefits as learning a foreign language. Bilingualism of any language (whether signed or spoken) is a great brain booster. It strengthens cognitive function and reasoning, increases memory, attention span, creativity, and communication skills.

In this engaging exploration, students will get the chance to be scientists and gather information about Owls through the dissection of owl pellets. Scholars will put their science skills to test by learning how to ask questions and seek answers during their laboratory experience. 

Coding doesn't have to be computers, robots and electronics! How can you teach coding without computers? The key is to provide hands-on, engaging learning experiences that encourage children to think like a coder. This means projects that foster resilience, creative problem solving, critical thinking, and logical reasoning - the same skills used by computer scientists every day!