Arts Lead Learning – Homeschool Classes and Masters & Makers

Ready to learn by making? TR Makers Co. is offering 14 newly-created Arts Lead Learning (ALL) half-day classes along with an art history semester-long program, Masters & Makers, during this 2023-2024 academic school year.

ALL half-day classes occur on select Fridays for students (ages 5-12). Taking on subjects like Life Science, Literature, Physics, Mathematics, and more, each class will include a multi-disciplinary approach to creative learning, utilizing techniques across multiple art forms such as painting, drawing, sculpture, architecture, literature, dance, drama, and music.  

Additionally, our teachers use a variety of techniques during each lesson to help students of all learning styles to understand and comprehend each area of study. Lessons have been designed with specific age ranges and multiple ability levels in mind.

Throughout class students will use these art forms to help create two to three Makers projects that reflect the academic content studied, allowing students to create tangible reminders of the lessons they’ve learned. Each academic lesson includes two to three Makers projects as we allow the Arts to Lead our Learning process. We will use various hand-building and artisan techniques to create a finished project which relates to our area of study for that class.  Once finished, students will have both a booklet completed during class and their final projects to help remind them of the lessons learned.

During our half-day classes, students are dropped off for in-studio participation. Come join us for a specific class or sign up for multiple classes!   

Interested in Art History for Homeschoolers!  Check out this semester-long class series we have created called Masters & Makers. These classes will meet each week of the duration of the fall and spring semesters. Each semester includes 14 weeks of 1 hr 30 min classes with an end of unit celebration! Students can participate in a single semester or continue to build their artistic arsenal and join us for the full year. During this afternoon class series your students will learn about art and artists from a variety of art eras and the significance of the artwork in history. Along with our historical artists they will study contemporary artists that use similar techniques and ideas in their work today. Through hands on projects and activities students will have the opportunity to employ what they learn about these old masters and new makers. Jump over to take a peak and find out more.

Registration for 2023-2024 school year has begun!

Our fall semester runs August 21, 2023 through December 1, 2023, and the spring semester runs January 22, 2024 through May 3, 2024. Registration is open throughout the academic year with multi-day discounts as well as sibling discounts.  

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Register Students Ages 5-12 for 2023-2024 Classes

Each of these half day classes will meet in the morning from 9a-12p. You choose which classes you attend and what works best for your homeschool schedule. Classes are offered twice so that you can pick which of the dates you will attend, students do not need to attend both days of a given class topic. Students must be at least 5 years old by the date of the class.

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Voyage of Discovery: A Study in History and Geography 
Embark on an epic adventure, young explorers! Join our amazing class as we journey along with Lewis and Clark’s daring expedition. Unleash your inner explorer as we decipher maps, identify wildlife, master the art of compass navigation, and capture your discoveries in a colorful journal.

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Aug 25 / Sep 1

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Amazing Arachnids: A Study in Life Science
Ever wanted to learn web design? Spiderweb design, that is! Explore the secret lives of spiders and their amazing spidey-senses, then create enchanting arachnid-inspired art!

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Sep 8 / Sep 15

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Mouse Tales: A Study in Literature
Step into the tiny shoes of Chrysanthemum, Lilly, Wendell, and Wemberly as we embark on a captivating character quest! We’ll delve into their internal traits like friendship, empathy, curiosity, and creativity then engage in a mini masquerade ball where we can embody their enchanting personas.

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Sep 22 / Sep 29

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From Wires to Waves: A Study in History and Communications
Get ready to dial up the excitement in our Wires to Waves class! Join us as we journey back to the days of Alexander Graham Bell, the genius behind the telephone. Discover how communication evolved from smoke signals to tin cans on strings, all the way to the magical device we hold in our hands today. It’s a ringing good time!

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Oct 6 / Oct 13

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Antarctic Escapade: A Study in Culture and Geography
Join us for a chilling adventure in the world’s coldest desert. Embark on a frosty journey to the South Pole where adorable Emperor Penguins await your creative talents.

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Oct 20 / Oct 27 

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The Star-Spangled Adventure: A Study in History and Culture
Unravel the fascinating stories behind the iconic stars and vibrant stripes from the flag of the original 13 colonies to our present-day flag. Uncover the hidden symbolism and rich tales woven into every thread of the US flag as we explore the contributions of key figures like Francis Hopkinson, Robert G. Heft and other flag enthusiasts.

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Nov 3 / Nov 10

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Italy: From Venice to Vesuvius: A Study in Culture and Art
Hop on your Vespa and zip through the world of la dolce vida. From the majestic canals of Venice to the ancient ruins of Rome, we’ll immerse ourselves in the charm of Italy’s art, history, and traditions. Ciao, Bella!

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Nov 17 / Dec 1

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Feathered Friends: A Study in Life Science
Spread your wings and take flight into the world of birds! Explore the marvels of migration and avian architecture. From tiny hummingbirds to majestic eagles, we’ll learn about their unique features and create colorful artwork inspired by these feathered friends.

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Jan 19 / Jan 26

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The Time Traveling House: A Study in Literature and Science
Join us on a time-traveling adventure through the enchanting world of “The Little House” by Virginia Lee Burton! In this captivating class, we’ll dive into the whimsical tale of a tiny house nestled in a quiet neighborhood and discover how the seasons and progress transform its surroundings.

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Feb 2 / Feb 9

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The Great Train Trek: Connecting East to West: A Study in History
Feel the rumble of the tracks as we ride the rails discovering deafening dynamite explosions, treacherous avalanches, and daring bridge-building feats that tested the limits of human courage and engineering genius along the path of the Transcontinental Railroad.

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Feb 16 / Feb 23

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Monster Biology: A Study in Life Science
Join us on a dynamic adventure where science and art collide! Explore the remarkable biology of imaginary monsters. Then, design hidden habitats and extraordinary accessories for your creatures. Let your imagination run wild!

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Mar 1 / Mar 8

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Rolling, Rolling, Rolling: A Study in Physical Science
Have a need for speed? Unleash your inner inventor and artist in this unique fusion of physics and art! Unlock the secrets how different objects roll by changing independent variables like size, weight, or surface conditions. Let’s roll!

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Mar 15 / Mar 22

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Perfect Patterns: Here We Go Again (and again…): A Study in Math
Unleash your inner math magician and unravel the secrets of everyday patterns. Spot patterns in nature’s mesmerizing shapes, discover the rhythm of musical patterns, and explore dazzling geometric art.

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Apr 5 / Apr 12

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Going for the Gold: A Study in History and Sports
Step into the world of ancient and modern sports with the Summer Olympics! Discover the stories behind the newest events of skateboarding, breakdancing, and sport climbing that attract athletes and artists alike!

Choose your Date of Attendance :: Apr 19 / Apr 26

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Discounted 2 Day, 4 Day and Unlimited Passes

Spring 2024 Semester

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Full Semester Programs for 2023-2024

Each Tuesday during the semester

Each Wednesday during the semester

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Schedule Your Private Group Event

We would love to plan an Arts Lead Learning day just for your group.  Our classes session will last 3 hours. Pick your class from the choices below and let us know when you would like to schedule it.  The price for this session is based on the number of students participating.  When you are ready to book your group, use the form below or call us (864) 610-0996.

Pricing for Private Groups

Private Study (1 student) $96 per student

6-9 students $48 per student/session

10-15 students $40 per student/session

For groups larger than 15 or those who wish for us to travel to your location, please email us for a quote. We would be happy to talk with you!

 

Classes Available for Private Groups

How to Catch a Dinosaur a Paleontology Study

Ever wonder how a scientist can track a dinosaur through millions of years? Or what a paleontologist uses to hunt up bones? We’ll be exploring that and more in this exciting study and coming home with our own castings.

Rockin’ Out a Geology Study

Journey with us deep into the center of the earth to learn about the science of rocks. We’ll be learning about our planet’s layers and formations, as well as categorizing the information we “dig” up.

Hear Me Roar a Sound Waves and Physics Study

Time to learn about the science of noise! As it turns out, there’s a lot more to music than just melody and harmony. We will study sound waves and make our own musical instruments to try out too!

Walk Like An Egyptian a History and Archaeology Study

What is a stele? How is papyrus made? In this study, we’ll be investigating the world of ancient Egypt and learning about discoveries made using the science of archaeology. Come prepared to search for clues into the world of the ancient past! 

Invisible Animals a Life Science Study

From butterflies with owl-shaped eyes to color-changing lizards, nature is full of animals who are experts at blending into the scenery. Let’s “see” how important this might be for species’ survival, as well as other ways animals adapt to their surroundings. 

Making Light of Roy G. Biv a Science Study

Explore the visible light spectrum as we play with color, lights and shadows. In this class we will create a brilliant piece of shadow art, mix colors to create a dye bath for our fabric art piece and create our own version of the color wheel.

Pompeii a History and Science Study

Travel with us back in time to the days of the Roman Empire!  In this study, we’ll be learning about the story of Pompeii and what happened on that early morning in 79 C.E.  (hint: it involved a little mountain called Vesuvius).  Science + History= a volcanic, dynamic study!

Earth Inside Out a Science Study

Go below the surface of the blue planet to learn about the layers that make up the ground beneath our feet.  Together we will discover how volcanoes walk, earthquakes shake things up- even under the sea, and how the phrase “rock solid” is a bit misleading!

Sweet Honey Bees a Life Science Study

What’s the buzz about melittology? Join us as we get into the mind of a honeybee as they work, work, work!  We’ll visit the hive, choreograph our very own honey dance, and work together. Students will print a honeycomb design and generally get a taste of the sweet life!

Polar Opposites a Science Study

Magnets are everywhere!  In our cars, computers, and even jewelry.  In this lesson we will explore the power of magnets to move and even levitate objects! We’ll make our own magnetic slime, design a magnetic pocket toy, and build a simple electromagnet.

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Contact

If you have additional questions or are ready to get your group booked, please use the form below to contact us or call (864) 610-0996 during shop hours.

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