Castanea Creative Learning

Dear friends, in light of recent uncertainty and multiple requests (including ones from my own kiddos), I've decided to once again launch a learning pod for students grades 3-6.

Lessons will take place Mon-Fri, 8:30am-12:30pm, starting Monday, January 10.

We will cover a variety of subjects in a multidisciplinary approach with many exciting activities and learning formats.

Cost of participation is $800/mo, all materials are included.

Location: Oakville, Upper middle and 8th line.

Please contact me with any questions - I will be delighted to chat with you!

Did you know that penguins only live in the Southern Hemisphere? We will be visiting these adorable creatures on our Polar Journey during the winter break camp and students will even make little felted buddies to take home with them!

We get started in Oakville next week and there are still some spots left for curious learners age 8-12! Message with any questions or register on the website!

I am delighted to invite young learners to our Polar Journey Camp!
We will spend our winter break exploring the icy wonders of the South and the North Poles.
We will learn about geography of the poles, polar expeditions, local flora and fauna, Indigenous cultures and, of course, pay a visit to Santa and his Reindeer!
Students will draw maps, build compasses, needle felt adorable penguins and so much more!
When: December 20-30, Mon-Thurs, 9:30-12:30
Where: Our home-based learning space in Oakville (Upper Middle and 8th line)
Age: 8-12yo
Price: $360 for both weeks, all materials included
Spaces are very limited, so make sure to register early by messaging me or visiting the website: www.castanealearning.com

Some serious lesson planning is happening over the weekend

On weekends, the Learning Room is explored by its youngest student 😊

It’s only been a couple of days, but a lot of learning has already taken place in our Castanea Pod. Of course, all the best learning happened outdoors! We still have 2 more spots if you’d like to join us in this exciting adventure!

The Learning Room eagerly awaits its newest students!

We have 2 more lonely chairs - it's not too late to join us!

Friends! We are still looking for 3 curious students to join our Creative Learning Pod. Here is a glimpse of what the schedule will be like in the first semester.

Feel free to message me with any questions or better yet, come for a visit, have a cup of tea and I will tell you all about it!

***IN OUR CREATIVE LEARNING POD***

Subjects for the first trimester:

- Language arts and literature
- Botany (with lots of time exploring outside)
- Ancient history (neolithic cookies, anyone?)
- Art history (including art making)
- Math (TBD based on group levels and parental discretion)

And also:

- Waldorf inspired form drawing
- Games
- Handwork and creative projects
- Hands on activities
- Holidays and celebrating of the seasons
- Nature walks and field trips
- Additional unit studies based on group's interests
- Additional homework and activities available at the Castanea Learning Space for the extra eager ones
- Wonderfully curated books
- A nurturing and safe environment

* Only 3 spots are left *

***CASTANEA LEARNING POD*** I am so excited to announce a Castanea Learning Pod for grades 1-3 in my personal learning space in Oakville! Lessons are to take place 9:30-1:30 with lots of extra fun available online in the Virtual Learning Space. We will cover subjects such as language arts and literature, science, history, art and more! We will be spending lots of time with both books and nature. The days will be full of experiential and hands on learning. It is all the beauty of homeschooling without having to keep them at home. Please message with any questions and to register - there are only 5 spots in the group!

This week at the Creative Book Club we were Thing-Finders, just like Pippi. When Pippi found an empty tin can she exclaimed: “what can’t it be?” Challenge accepted! Here are a couple of student creations. I just love getting pictures of their work!

For those of you that don’t know - we call Oakville home! Here is some more inspiration for the