Description of the class

In this class we learn the “Roots of English” with flash card and lots of games that keep it fun and challenging. By the end of the school year your scholar will know 200 words in Greek and Latin, how to spell them and how they are used in English every day.

We also study logic and reasoning. My scholars work through logic puzzles and ideas to help them to learn to think for themselves and question the world around them.

The main body of the class is creative writing. They focus on using descriptive words that paint a picture for the reader. I have taken students who despised writing and felt self conscious about their abilities; as we have worked together they have blossomed into very talented and creative writers. In class we focus on getting their voice on paper, having fun with writing, all while learning basic writing skills and grammar. They share their writing each week with the rest of the class which provides feedback and builds confidence in their work and public speaking.

Location and information

Classes will be held in Loomis and Sacramento on Tuesday through Thursday. Class sizes are small with 8 to 10 students. Cost is $ 80.00 a month and run from September through May. Families must contact their ES to officially sign up for a class. Each student will need a dictionary, thesaurus, and a writing notebook with them each week.