It was a great start as we began learning about The Building Blocks of Music. We went over the 6 basic building blocks and their definitions:
Melody - the tune of a piece
Harmony - when more than one note is played or sung
Rhythm - repeated patterns of beats and sounds
Dynamics - the volume or loudness of the music
Tone Color - the sound of a voice or instrument, each one sounds different
Form - how a song or composition is put together
In class we also talked about what sound is and how it travels, and then we listened to a musical story called 'Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo'
Manchester, NH based fine arts program for homeschool students
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
History Navigators and Pathfinders 9/13/2016
The Roman Empire, prior to the Middle Ages, had been one of the greatest in the known world at the time. The Roman army was one of the most successful and most feared. The Romans began to live lives that were centered around pleasure and excess. In keeping with this mindset they also began to have fewer children. They eventually resorted to recruiting slaves and soldiers from the surrounding countries in order to replenish the dwindling supply from their own people.
The Barbarians were among these recruits. Ultimately these tribes and others invaded and conquered the Roman Empire. Pastor Huntley shared a brief slide show of weapons used during that time.
Prior to the fall of Rome, Christians were still heavily persecuted. However, very often these Christ followers would willingly martyr themselves both in the Coliseum as well as being crucified. Their courage and reliance on, as well as devotion to, Christ strengthened other christians and the movement as a whole. It had the opposite effect that the Romans had hoped for which was to destroy it.
During the Barbarian rule christians continued to venture where others would not. Often they could be found entering places where plagues and disease were present. In stark contrast to those fleeing these places, they would move in to care for the sick and dying.
This is the way of the Cross - people willing to die to self and live (and die) for Christ.
Mrs. Cross introduced the students in the Navigators class to the story of Perpetua, a Christian martyr whose personal account of what she went through was the first recorded account of a martyr's experience. You can read more about it. I have included a link to Christianity Today
http://www.christianitytoday.com/history/people/martyrs/perpetua.html
After the class, the students went outside to the parking lot where several of them were "crucified".
The Barbarians were among these recruits. Ultimately these tribes and others invaded and conquered the Roman Empire. Pastor Huntley shared a brief slide show of weapons used during that time.
Prior to the fall of Rome, Christians were still heavily persecuted. However, very often these Christ followers would willingly martyr themselves both in the Coliseum as well as being crucified. Their courage and reliance on, as well as devotion to, Christ strengthened other christians and the movement as a whole. It had the opposite effect that the Romans had hoped for which was to destroy it.
During the Barbarian rule christians continued to venture where others would not. Often they could be found entering places where plagues and disease were present. In stark contrast to those fleeing these places, they would move in to care for the sick and dying.
This is the way of the Cross - people willing to die to self and live (and die) for Christ.
Mrs. Cross introduced the students in the Navigators class to the story of Perpetua, a Christian martyr whose personal account of what she went through was the first recorded account of a martyr's experience. You can read more about it. I have included a link to Christianity Today
http://www.christianitytoday.com/history/people/martyrs/perpetua.html
After the class, the students went outside to the parking lot where several of them were "crucified".
Homework: Please read Cards 3,4,and 5 for next week. For those who do not have the cards yet images will be sent to your email.
Pathfinders and Navigators Drama Day 1!
Our first week was successful in many ways! The children were engaged and fabulously flexible as I filled in for the new drama teacher who was unfortunately called away to serve on Jury Duty.
We reviewed rules of audience etiquette and respect for all as we dive into the very personal world of performing. The children were able to meet their fabulous TA Mrs. Baglio! We jumped right into being on stage as they shared one fact about themselves. Many drama skills are acquired through play so we spent the remainder of our class playing games!
In one 45 minute period we discovered things about each other we didn't know, worked together without verbal communication, performed together under a time crunch, and enjoyed one another!
Thank you to each of the children in these classes for being gracious, respectful, and kind! You are a treasure and I look forward to the opportunity to work with you again!
We reviewed rules of audience etiquette and respect for all as we dive into the very personal world of performing. The children were able to meet their fabulous TA Mrs. Baglio! We jumped right into being on stage as they shared one fact about themselves. Many drama skills are acquired through play so we spent the remainder of our class playing games!
In one 45 minute period we discovered things about each other we didn't know, worked together without verbal communication, performed together under a time crunch, and enjoyed one another!
Thank you to each of the children in these classes for being gracious, respectful, and kind! You are a treasure and I look forward to the opportunity to work with you again!
Barbarians & Vikings - History 1 & 2, Explorers and Trailblazers
The term Barbarian does not describe one specific people group. It means outsider, or people who were foreigners to the main ruling countries (Greece, & later Rome). This included the Huns, Franks, Vandals, Saxons, and Goths, Visigoths. They were thought of as uncivilized and uncultured people. During the Barbarian invasions (also known as the Migration Period) from 400 - 800, these feared warriors conquered many lands including the Roman empire.
The Vandals' descendants later became known as the Vikings. Because they had to depend on the sea, the Vikings became expert boat builders who lived as traders and settlers. They launched ferocious attacks on Europe, looting and pillaging before returning to the sea.
___In class activities:
- Discussed the words barbarian and vandal and learned about their origin
- Thought about how foreign languages sound to those who don't speak the language and discussed the impact that lack of communication can have
- Built a Viking longboat
- Started creating a Medieval notebook
- Played the viking game Kubb
- Studied maps of the Barbarian homelands
- Discussed misconceptions about Vikings (they did not wear hats with horns)
- Watch a brief history of the dark ages - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QV7CanyzhZg&list=PLy0B6ncmGtqcLNRmMA43e2cNFD2v5ZoF2&index=1
- Read Viking Ships at Sunrise (Magic Tree House #15) by Mary Pope Osborne (96p.)
- Read Adventures with the Vikings by Linda Bailey (48p.)
- Fun online Viking activities - www.bbc.co.uk/schools/primaryhistory/vikings/
- Learn about the martyrs - the Torchlighter videos are fantastic and they come with printable activities. For this week the ones covering Augustine and Perpetua are highly recommended. http://www.torchlighters.org
___
Assignment:
- Read history cards MA 3&4, and NT32
- Practice your timeline
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Art - Pathfinders and Navigators
Tuesday, September 13
Class Overview
It was great to see everyone back and eager for a new season of classes! We started the new semester with an overview of our theme for this historical period: art in the church. Medieval and Renaissance art found a large percent of it's inspiration and display in the churches. We began our journey of early Christian church art in the Catacombs.
The artwork found in these tunnels featured Bible narratives or Christian Symbols. We discussed the importance of colors in these works; because of the limited selection and often tedious paint-making process, the simple colors held great meanings. For example, blue meant heavenly grace or favor; this is why Mary, the mother of Jesus is often portrayed in blue clothing. Students created a reference sheet of the meaning of these colors, and also a list of various Christian symbols to be used in upcoming art projects.
Assignments
-Select a Christian Symbol and 2 or 3 colors to be used in next week's mosaic project.
*Students might find it helpful to look up images of mosaics, both historical and modern.
- Bring in an old magazine or catalog that can be cut up.
- Research the Byzantine Art period; be prepared to share characteristics of this period.
Resources
I have found the following website to be a good wealth of info regarding Medieval and Early Christian Art:
http://www.medieval-life-and-times.info
Class Overview
It was great to see everyone back and eager for a new season of classes! We started the new semester with an overview of our theme for this historical period: art in the church. Medieval and Renaissance art found a large percent of it's inspiration and display in the churches. We began our journey of early Christian church art in the Catacombs.
The artwork found in these tunnels featured Bible narratives or Christian Symbols. We discussed the importance of colors in these works; because of the limited selection and often tedious paint-making process, the simple colors held great meanings. For example, blue meant heavenly grace or favor; this is why Mary, the mother of Jesus is often portrayed in blue clothing. Students created a reference sheet of the meaning of these colors, and also a list of various Christian symbols to be used in upcoming art projects.
Assignments
-Select a Christian Symbol and 2 or 3 colors to be used in next week's mosaic project.
*Students might find it helpful to look up images of mosaics, both historical and modern.
- Bring in an old magazine or catalog that can be cut up.
- Research the Byzantine Art period; be prepared to share characteristics of this period.
Resources
I have found the following website to be a good wealth of info regarding Medieval and Early Christian Art:
http://www.medieval-life-and-times.info
Friday, May 6, 2016
Planning for 2016/2017
FAITH parents,
We have so enjoyed working with your students this past year! Registration forms and policies are now available for the 2016/2017 session. Please take a few moments to print BOTH out and return them as soon as possible. Any open slots will be offered to new students, and we don't want you to miss out!
As always, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.
We have so enjoyed working with your students this past year! Registration forms and policies are now available for the 2016/2017 session. Please take a few moments to print BOTH out and return them as soon as possible. Any open slots will be offered to new students, and we don't want you to miss out!
- REGISTRATION DEADLINE - Please print and return the paperwork by May 15, 2016 if you plan to return to FAITH. Please include the registration fee of $135 which covers materials, offering for the building, and liability insurance.
- TUITION REMAINS THE SAME - Tuition for the year per family remains the same. $375/family unless you only bring one child. (In that case tuition is $200/family)
- FIRST DAY OF CLASSES - September 13, 2016 - The full calendar will be available in the next few weeks. We may have a few changes and want to provide the most up to date details for you to plan with!
- VOLUNTEER SPOTS - Please feel free to provide feedback about where you prefer to serve for the coming year - We try to accommodate schedules and requests if possible. THANKS!
As always, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.
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