This type of class is excellent for all students, but it can especially be beneficial for students who are struggling because of it’s hands on nature.
Pacific NW History Series
Ages: 10 Yrs. to 14 Yrs.
Fees: $60.00
Tuesdays February 2, 2010; February 9, 2010; February 16, 2010; February 23, 2010
10:00AM - 12:00PM
"Great Room" in Fort Nisqually Ed. Bldg.-Point Defiance
Can you think of a better classroom than Fort Nisqually Living History Museum in which to teach your young student about the history of the Pacific Northwest? Each class in this series of four features a theme that leads students down the path toward discovering what life was like at Fort Nisqually, the first permanent settlement on Puget Sound. Exploring the fort, examining old documents and participating in hands-on projects will show your student that studying history really can be fun. The four themed classes are: "The Company of Adventurers and Its Outpost on Puget Sound "The Many Faces of Fort Nisqually "Farming the Frontier "Digging Deep to Put It All Together For more information, contact Mike McGuire at Fort Nisqually (253) 591-5339.
You can register online at: http://www.metroparkstacoma.net/onlineregistration/Activities
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Before There Were Video Games
Ages: 8 Yrs. to 10 Yrs.
Fees: $15.00
Saturday, February 6, 2010
12:00PM - 2:00PM
"Great Room" in Fort Nisqually Ed. Bldg.-Point Defiance
Before there were video games, children's toys were homemade. Learn about toys that were common during the 1800s and make a couple to bring home with you! The class includes patterns, materials and rules for making toys that were available in the 1800s.
You can register online at: http://www.metroparkstacoma.net/onlineregistration/Activities
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Basket Class: Make Your Own Tea Caddy
Ages: 16 Yrs. and over
Fees: $50.00
Saturday, February 20, 2010
11:00AM - 4:00PM
"Great Room" in Fort Nisqually Ed. Bldg.-Point Defiance
The conversation piece at your next tea party could be a tea caddy you made yourself! Make your own tea caddy basket using cedar, dyed cedar and raffia. You'll learn plaiting and twining techniques, as well as how to craft a Lummi-style rim. Materials included in class price. Instructor: Judy Bridges.
You can register online at: http://www.metroparkstacoma.net/onlineregistration/Activities
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