Our Home School curriculum provides an exciting learning experience developed to engage students in the study of topics combining environmental studies, nature, heritage, and science. Home school lessons based on a nationally recognized curriculum and correlated with Georgia State standards in Life Science, Physical Science, and History. Stay after on Thursday classes for the Time Travelers Club! Each class stands on its own, so attend one, all, or several. REGISTRATION REQUIRED, please register at least 24 hours in advance of the class.
This season’s overarching theme is PRESIDENTS! As we research past presidents, we will discover scientific advancements and learn how Americans lived during these presidents’ tenures. We will go back in time to explore nature and history through interactive games, stories, exploration, and crafts.
| Date | Themes/Topics |
|---|---|
| 2/8/2019 | Presidential Teeth- We will learn about America’s First President and discover some toothy facts. |
| 2/14/2019 | Inventive Lincoln- Lincoln was the only president with a Patent! We will learn about how his inventive spirit leads to the Emancipation Proclamation and how it affected the daily life of citizens. |
| 3/7/2019 | Teddy Bear President- Teddy Roosevelt’s campaign with moving pictures was ingenious. We will explore how the camera technology developed. |
| 3/15/2019 | Gold Fevered Presidency- During the presidency of Andrew Jackson, Georgia began its Gold Rush. Students will learn why gold is valuable and experiment with the conductivity of different metals. |
| 4/11/2019 | GA Native President- GA Native President- President Carter was a native to Plains GA and in a family of peanut farmers. Students will discover the tools that Farmers used and the history of Peanut Farming in the south. |
| 5/10/2019 | CANCELED- FDR’s Gardens and Roads- Students will learn how President Franklin Roosevelt’s policies with public works grew our roads and public lands. |
| 5/16/2019 | CANCELED- American Presidents- Students will explore American History through the scientific advancement that happened during each president’s tenure. |
- 10 am – 2 pm (bring a packed lunch and drink)
- Ages 6-11, Grades 1-5
- $25 for members, $30 for non-members. Your Family Discount will be applied automatically in the cart.
Stay after on Thursday classes for: This club will transport explorers to various periods in history! Participants will discover these eras through engaging activities, games, and crafts from the past.
NEW: Autrey Mill is proud to continue our tradition of engaging programs. We are pleased to present: Middle School Home School for ages 9-13.
