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Hang on to your hats this week because we are going to learn about two different countries. We will be learning about China and India. Please watch the videos first so the activities make sense. China Watch these 2 episodes of Kids Animated History with Pippo: Ancient China part 1 and part 2. https://tubitv.com/tv-shows/452119/s01-e01-ancient-china-pt-1 https://tubitv.com/tv-shows/452118/s01-e02-ancient-china-pt-2 Print […]

Rookies REACH FOR THE STARS – Class Two November 6, 2025 NOTE: start reading THE CRICKET IN TIMES SQUARE by George Selden (160 pgs. – 3h18m on Audible) Welcome to ROOKIES Reach for the Stars! *Just a reminder each week you will have THREE parts in your homework to complete.* (the Words to Know section […]

Did you love reading Homer Price?? He has some fun adventures doesn’t he?! If you haven’t finished reading the book then your first assignment is to finish! This week we are going to create some Homer Price inspired creations! First I want you to dream up what your IDEAL donut would be — the sky […]

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to play in a band or in an orchestra? When I was about your age, I dreamed about being a rock star singer or a drummer in a band. There is just something really neat about playing and making music with others! What do you think? […]

Welcome to Ancient Egypt! When you come to class please do your best to look like an ancient Egyptian. If you want to, come with Egyptian eye makeup on.  Learning History Watch Kid’s Animated History with Pippo. Watch both episodes of Ancient Egypt. This is free on Tubi. See the blog for history rookies number […]

Rookies REACH FOR THE STARS – Class One OCTOBER 2, 2025 NOTE: start reading Homer Price by Robert McCloskey (160 pgs. – no Audible) Welcome to ROOKIES Reach for the Stars! Are you ready for an amazing year full of wonder and growth?? In this class, we’ll explore the wonders of space and practice powerful […]

This week we’re going on a reading adventure with the book Owls in the Family! Your first assignment is to finish reading this book! Next, watch this video to learn even more about owls Next we’re going to be trying a new type of art at home! You will need a special art supply, oil […]

Read this: If thou art merry, praise the Lord with singing, with music, with dancing, and with a prayer of praise and thanksgiving – D&C 136: 28 These guys look pretty merry! What do you think? Which of the following are you MOST grateful for: Your Voice? Your fingers? Your ears? Or your eyes? I […]

*Here is your checklist for this week **Reminder to start reading or keep reading Owls in the Family for our book club in a couple weeks! Hi Rookies! This year we are going to travel through time and look at a few of the earliest civilizations that existed on our planet. It is definitely going […]

Rookies Cooking: Class Six April 24, 2025 OPENING Please be prepared with your assignment: Joshua Choose and Lead Song Melody Prayer Orson Scripture/Thought Brytt Pledge of Allegiance Conrad Joke of the Day Jacob Lead Memorization James Show and Tell Jayne Treasurer John Snack A Few Reminders: Poem and Shuffle Dance Don’t forget to practice your shuffle […]