Grades 1, 2 & 3
We are thrilled to offer a selection of programmes for the primary age school children. We book these sessions as either half-day or full-day programmes but we can work with multiple groups during those times and are more than willing to customize things to meet your needs. We offer significant discounts for bookings taking place September through the end of December. Please review the programmes we offer below and fill out the contact form at the bottom of the page to receive a quote and move towards a booking.
Historical Dance
Students are given the chance to learn several dance styles from ancient times. The programme begins with the history of the dance being taught including details as to its importance in society at the time. Then the dancing begins! The moves are broken down into easy processions and then assembled into the full dance itself. Music is provided.
S.T.E.A.M. Workshops
Our S.T.E.A.M. workshops are fully customizable and available for every elementary grade level. Click here to learn more.
Watercolour 101
This session explores the ancient art of watercolour painting conducted by an visual arts instructor (and artist) with over 40 years experience. Historical significance will be explored and students will create their own watercolour painting using proper equipment and supplies.
Puppetry
Puppetry is a very ancient art form thought to have originated about 4000 years ago. Puppets have been used since the earliest times to animate and communicate the ideas and needs of human societies. This session will explore the uses of puppets, the art of puppeteering and have students creating stories of purpose using a variety of puppets and techniques. All equipment is provided.
Ancient Sports & Games
How old are the sports you play? When was soccer invented? Do you know what Kubb is? This workshop explores the types of games and sports played during ancient times with an emphasis on the different ways children entertained themselves and the origins of the sports we play today.
Drumming From Around the World
An examination of drumming throughout history and around the world: exploring its uses in work, warfare, rituals and entertainment. Students will learn to drum in various styles and have access to a variety of instruments. This is not a drumming circle and does not contain First Nations content. Please consider the noise of drumming when selecting this workshop location.
Singing & Sea Shanties
Without electricity life is very different. Singing was a big part of everyday life, especially for those at sea. This workshop discusses the evolution of song, its various purposes and teaches students several sea shanties and even gives them the chance to do some group song writing!
Historical Dance
Students are given the chance to learn several dance styles from ancient times. The programme begins with the history of the dance being taught including details as to its importance in society at the time. Then the dancing begins! The moves are broken down into easy processions and then assembled into the full dance itself. Music is provided.
S.T.E.A.M. Workshops
Our S.T.E.A.M. workshops are fully customizable and available for every elementary grade level. Click here to learn more.
Watercolour 101
This session explores the ancient art of watercolour painting conducted by an visual arts instructor (and artist) with over 40 years experience. Historical significance will be explored and students will create their own watercolour painting using proper equipment and supplies.
Puppetry
Puppetry is a very ancient art form thought to have originated about 4000 years ago. Puppets have been used since the earliest times to animate and communicate the ideas and needs of human societies. This session will explore the uses of puppets, the art of puppeteering and have students creating stories of purpose using a variety of puppets and techniques. All equipment is provided.
Ancient Sports & Games
How old are the sports you play? When was soccer invented? Do you know what Kubb is? This workshop explores the types of games and sports played during ancient times with an emphasis on the different ways children entertained themselves and the origins of the sports we play today.
Drumming From Around the World
An examination of drumming throughout history and around the world: exploring its uses in work, warfare, rituals and entertainment. Students will learn to drum in various styles and have access to a variety of instruments. This is not a drumming circle and does not contain First Nations content. Please consider the noise of drumming when selecting this workshop location.
Singing & Sea Shanties
Without electricity life is very different. Singing was a big part of everyday life, especially for those at sea. This workshop discusses the evolution of song, its various purposes and teaches students several sea shanties and even gives them the chance to do some group song writing!