All About Insects

Supervised Playtime

Explore the fascinating world of insects with our preschool co-op class, where young learners discover the beauty and importance of these tiny creatures

Join our preschool co-op class for supervised playtime filled with blocks, puzzles, books, playdough, and more, fostering creativity and social development.

Wind in the Willows

National Parks

Learn about friendship, adaptation, artwork, the importance of rest and more while gaining a love for quality literature.

Embark on a thrilling exploration of our captivating national parks, including their diverse geography, fascinating wildlife, and unique natural wonders.

Color Explorers

Cooking Through the USA

Embark on a colorful journey discovering the wonders of hues, shades, and the world of art.

My Father’s Dragon

Take a magical journey inspired by "My Father's Dragon," where young adventurers will follow Elmer Elevator on a daring quest to rescue a captive dragon.

Travel back to the Civil War era in our History Pockets class! Dive into the drama, intrigue, and big personalities of this epic time in American history.

A Long Walk to Water

Etiquette Across the Ages

Book study set in the African country of Sudan during the beginning of the civil war that will also include Sudanese culture, tribes, refugee camps, and more.

Learning tablescapes and table manners from different periods and cultures (Japan, Italy, etc) and ending with US business etiquette.

Experience Japan

US Civics & Elections

Learn about Japanese history, geography, poetry, culture and food in this fun HS age class.

This class will cover the US election process and civic duties as citizens just in time for our country’s elections in November.

Beatrix Potter

PreK Gym & Snack

Students delved into the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter through classic tales and hands-on activities, fostering creativity and imagination.

Fun games and activities to keep the little ones entertained as well as a much-needed snack.

Storybook Art

Natural Disasters

Each week, students had a blast with thrilling tales and colorful crafts, fostering creativity and imagination in a magical journey of storytelling and art

Explore different natural disasters through captivating footage, hands-on STEM challenges, and art projects to deepen understanding.

Famous Artists

Creation Station

Students explored various famous artists' styles and created their own art inspired by them, making learning both fun and educational.

Different forms of art exploration, including origami, yarn art, agamographs, clay sculpting and more.

Silver Sword Book Study

Oregon Trail

In this World War II tale, separated children embark on a journey to find their parents, using a special silver paper knife as a symbol of hope

Students took a thrilling trip back in time to experience the challenges of crossing the American West just like the pioneers did.

Night at the Museum

Art by Design: Bridge Building

Students took a historical journey inspired by characters from the beloved movie, delving into the lives of various historical figures featured in the film

Students learned about bridge engineering, exploring various bridge sections and creating their own designs for a final contest,

Debate

High School Gym

Students learned how to craft persuasive arguments, conduct research, and distinguish between opinion and fact, honing critical thinking skills through practice speeches and effective responses to opposing viewpoints.

Explore new games and discover new ways to have

fun while staying active.

Letter of the Week

Magic School Bus

Students enhanced their alphabet skills through engaging, hands-on activities each week, including seasonal items to reinforce letter recognition.

Watch episodes at home and dive deeper into learning by building submarines, painting with chlorophyll, crafting volcanoes, and creating coral reefs,

Geography

Fall in Love with the Forest

Explore the culture, climate, and wildlife of the major continents with captivating crafts, games, and snacks.

Learn about trees, mushrooms, moss, rivers, and flowers through hands-on outdoor activities, fostering a love for nature and learning beyond the classroom.

Spy Kids

Lego Challenge

Become secret agents by learning the art of observation. Learn how to send secret messages, make cool spy gadgets, launch bottle rockets, and more!

Create bridges, zip lines, marble runs, and more and compete in "Minute-to-Win-It" style challenges and a Lego slime challenge.

Solar System Space Science

Science with Slime

Topics include space exploration, stars, planets, moon phases, asteroids, comets, meteors, and constellations, for an exciting journey through the cosmos.

Explore slime properties and various recipes, including sequin, glitter, rainbow, metallic, and bubble slimes while learning about measurement and math!

Let’s Exercise

Preschool Gym

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Stay active while learning fun games and rhymes, and indulge in a mid-morning snack.

TeaTime with Great Artists & Composers

The Giver Book Study

Indulge in a delightful blend of art, music, and tea as students explore the works of great artists and composers, culminating in individual displays of artwork or musical performances.

Journey into the world of utopian fiction, delving deeper into the narrative through engaging activities like "Telling of Feelings" and "Dream Sharing", to experience the importance of teamwork and responsibility.

Maple Syrup Farm

Kuehnert Dairy

Fairs

Teen Hangouts

City Hall

Nutcracker

Pumpkin Patch

Tree Farm

Christmas Tree Farm

On a festive field trip to a local Christmas tree farm, students learned about different tree species, and how much work goes into farming them. The highlight of the day was a barrel ride through the farm, laughter filling the air as they embraced the joy of the season. The goats in the petting zoo were a special favorite for all of the kids. Every student had the opportunity to make a baggie of “Reindeer Food”, color a picture, and order a special cup of flavored hot cocoa. That was perfect for this windy, chilly day!

Nutcracker Performance

In December, students embarked on a magical adventure with Clara and her nutcracker doll by attending a performance by the Anderson Young Ballet Theatre! ‘The Nutcracker’ is a charming ballet about bravery, friendship, and holiday magic. With enchanting music and dazzling dances, it was a journey through lands of sweets and battles with the Mouse King. A delightful story that captured the hearts and imaginations of our students!

Kuehnert Dairy

We embarked on an udderly amazing adventure with our homeschool coop field trip to Kuehnert Dairy Farm! Nestled near Fort Wayne, this sixth-generation dairy farm offered a hands-on experience like no other. From cuddling adorable baby cows to witnessing the marvel of robotic feeding systems, students were immersed in the fascinating world of dairy farming. They watched in awe as cows were milked and let their imaginations roam free while playing on haystacks. It was a day filled with fun, learning, and plenty of farm-fresh memories!"

Visiting City Hall

In the "You've Got Mail" class, students wrote letters to the mayor, leading to an invitation to visit City Hall and meet various departments. The mayor declared February 23, 2023, as "Grant County Area Homeschool Day," thrilling all students. They engaged with the mayor and staff, asking questions about his work and interests. Additionally, they toured the police department, exploring areas like the firing range and interrogation rooms.

Fall Fest: Pumpkin Patch

In October, co-op members ​visited Kendall Family Farm ​Adventures Corn Maze & ​Pumpkin Patch for fall ​festivities. They enjoyed a ​variety of activities, including ​navigating the corn maze, ​taking a straw-filled hayride, ​and pedaling karts. ​Admission included a u-pick ​pumpkin for each student, ​and they also delighted in ​riding the mini-train and ​climbing on hay bales.

Teen Hangouts

One of our GCAH board members utilized networking skills this year, setting up several "Teen Hangouts" for older students to socialize. Teens attended a WinterJam concert at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, featuring various artists. They also gathered at coffee shops for trivia games, delicious food, and to enjoy each other's company. Future events include mini-golf, and escape room, and volunteering opportunities.