Class Schedules and Descriptions
Registration is LIVE for Fall 2026
Semester starts August 24, 2026 and will end December 16, 2026
No classes 9/7 and 9/9
No classes11/23 and 11/25
Classes with *** in front of the title, are IHLA vendor approved classes
You will ONLY pay for registration at time of checkout, classes will be invoiced from your teachers 1-3 days after registration.
Invoices must be paid within 3-5 days of receiving the invoice (as of 7/15).
If classes show sold out, please feel free to email me to be put on the waitlist.
Monday
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Writing Techniques: Non-Fiction will focus on how to write essays, book reports, research papers, and other kinds of non-fiction writing. This will be a fun way for kids to hone their writing ability in a group setting, as well as build good written communication skills. Students should be able to read and write at a minimum of a 5th grade level in order to get the most out of this class.
This class is taught by Mrs. Jessica
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This class is a great place to start if you’re new to the ukulele, and it’s also a good fit for students who want to continue building on what they learned last semester. We’ll cover the basics of tuning, chords, strumming patterns, and simple fingerpicking, while learning songs together as a group.
Students who already know a few chords will have opportunities to strengthen their rhythm, learn new strumming or picking patterns, and explore slightly more challenging parts. As the semester goes on, students can work at different levels so everyone continues to grow in their playing.
No prior experience is required, just bring a ukulele and a willingness to practice and play.
This class is taught by Ms. Christine
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Join the Curiosity Crew for an exciting, hands-on scientific journey! Using Generation Genius videos, which are developed in partnership with the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), students will explore life, earth, and physical science. Every lesson starts with a mystery for students to solve and includes a short captivating video, a lively discussion, and a DIY experiment with hands-on engagement.
This class is taught by Mrs. Daena
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Welcome to Math Games and Crafts! This class combines hands-on creativity with early math learning through fun games and crafts. Students explore numbers, shapes, measurement, patterns, and basic addition and subtraction using art projects, puzzles, and interactive play. Each activity encourages problem-solving, teamwork, and fine motor skills while helping children see math as exciting and creative. Through colorful crafts and engaging games, young learners build confidence and a strong foundation for future math success.
This class is taught by Mrs. Amanda
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Join us for a fun and confidence-building 15-week dance program where students learn a variety of exciting social dances while building kindness, confidence, and performance skills.
Students will explore line dancing, swing dancing, tango, and salsa, along with fun group dances that get everyone moving and laughing. No dance experience is required-just a willingness to try something new!
The program is divided into two 7-week dance sections, ending with a special parent performance where students can show off what they've learned!
Throughout the class, students will also learn:
Social dance etiquette and partner skills
The importance of kindness, respect, and teamwork
Confidence performing in front of others
What it takes to prepare for a performance
Choreography experience
Our goal is to create a positive, encouraging environment where kids can build friendships, gain confidence, and experience the joy of dance.
This class is taught by Ms. Natalie
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Welcome to K-2nd LEGO Design and Play, an exciting club hosted by Building Steam aboard the Block & Roll Bus! Embark on a thrilling journey delving into the realms of Science, Technology, Engineering,
Art, and Math, all through the versatile medium of LEGO bricks. New projects every week.
This is the same great class that is offered to the older grades, but scaled down for younger minds, with an emphasis on LEGO® building fundamentals and motor skills.This class is taught by Mr. Dan
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In this class students will learn the basics of how to write different kinds of reports and essays. We will learn how to research topics and organize the information into our writing, how to format and write book reports, and how to communicate effectively through writing. This class will be building off of Foundations in Writing, from the 25/26 school year, but any student who has basic reading and writing skills can join in. Students should be able to read and write at a 3rd grade level, or higher, in order to get the most out of this class. We will be starting from the ground up, so no need for them to have written reports or essays before. We will have fun learning together in an engaging, low stress environment!
This class is taught by Mrs. Jessica
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Legacy Martial Arts – Beginner / Returning White Belt Class:
This Legacy Martial Arts class is designed for beginning students and returning white belts who want to learn the fundamentals of martial arts in a positive, encouraging environment.
Students will build confidence, self-esteem, coordination, and balance while developing discipline and focus. Along the way they’ll make new friends and have a lot of fun!
Each class will include two levels of instruction, allowing brand new students to learn the basics while returning white belts continue progressing with more advanced techniques and skills.
Students will learn the foundational basics of Taekwondo, including kicks, blocks, and movement drills. We also incorporate the use of nunchucks, which helps improve hand-eye coordination and adds a fun and exciting element to training.
In addition, we introduce age-appropriate self-defense and bullying awareness, helping students learn how to use their voice with confidence and stand up for themselves in a safe and respectful way.
At Legacy Martial Arts, our goal is to help students grow not only in martial arts skills, but also in confidence, character, and leadership. Please reach out with any questions at 208-888-1855
This class is taught by Mr. Wright
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This interactive social studies class combines geography, history, and basic civics through simple hands-on projects for students to understand the world around them. Students will learn about our world, fostering a foundational understanding of the environment and community, bringing social studies to life through crafts and projects.
This class is taught by Mrs. Daena
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This practical course prepares students for their first jobs and future careers. Students will learn how to complete job applications, build a strong resume, write a basic cover letter, and practice interview skills. We will discuss entry level jobs in the Treasure Valley and how to apply for them.
Additionally, we will discuss entrepreneurial jobs well-suited for teens, such as babysitting, mowing lawns, or pet sitting, and how to market yourself well. We will conduct mock interviews and discuss interview and workplace etiquette. Optional work will be emailed home for digital practice.
This class is taught by Mrs. Meghan
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Welcome to LEGO Design and Play, an exciting club hosted by Building Steam aboard the Block & Roll Bus! Embark on a thrilling journey delving into the realms of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, all through the versatile medium of LEGO bricks. Join us as we unleash our creativity in a series of dynamic
classes, each offering a fresh project to ignite your imagination and spark your next LEGO masterpiece.
From crafting architectural marvels to engineering dynamic creations with gears and motors, our teacher-led sessions promise endless fun and inspiration. Come aboard the Block & Roll Bus for a world of boundless possibilities!This class is taught by Mr. Dan
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In this special Wandercraft class, creativity meets compassion! Kindness Creators is a hands-on art and craft class where students learn new skills while making projects that help others in our community. Each week students will create meaningful items that will be donated to local organizations. Projects may include loom-knit hats for shelters, handmade dog toys for animal rescues, cheerful cards for seniors, comfort items for hospitals, and other creative service projects. As students explore different crafting techniques like fiber arts, simple sewing, paper crafts, and mixed-media projects, they’ll also learn about the power of giving back. Kids will see how their creativity can brighten someone’s day and make a real difference. This class is perfect for kids who love making things with their hands and want to use their creativity to help others. Along the way they’ll build crafting skills, confidence, empathy, and a sense of pride in contributing to their community. At Wandercraft we believe creativity can travel far—and in this class it will carry kindness wherever it goes.
Students will:
• Learn a variety of arts and crafts skills
• Create projects that benefit local shelters and community groups
• Build empathy and community awareness
• Experience the joy of giving through creativity
· Take home projects that they make as well as donate projects!
Come craft, create, and let your kindness wander!
This class is taught by Mrs. Jamie
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This class will teach the basics of how to write and give a variety of different kinds of speeches. The goal is to teach public speaking skills in a friendly and positive environment. We will also learn about the rules and structure of debate, and practice constructing and giving strong, logical arguments. Join us as we learn good thinking, communicating, and listening skills in a fun, laid back and low-pressure way.
This class is taught by Mrs. Jessica
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Legacy Martial Arts – Beginner / Returning White Belt Class:
This Legacy Martial Arts class is designed for beginning students and returning white belts who want to learn the fundamentals of martial arts in a positive, encouraging environment.
Students will build confidence, self-esteem, coordination, and balance while developing discipline and focus. Along the way they’ll make new friends and have a lot of fun!
Each class will include two levels of instruction, allowing brand new students to learn the basics while returning white belts continue progressing with more advanced techniques and skills.
Students will learn the foundational basics of Taekwondo, including kicks, blocks, and movement drills. We also incorporate the use of nunchucks, which helps improve hand-eye coordination and adds a fun and exciting element to training.
In addition, we introduce age-appropriate self-defense and bullying awareness, helping students learn how to use their voice with confidence and stand up for themselves in a safe and respectful way.
At Legacy Martial Arts, our goal is to help students grow not only in martial arts skills, but also in confidence, character, and leadership. Please reach out with any questions at 208-888-1855
This class is taught by Mr. Wright
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In our Junior Genius Lab, we don't just learn science—we do it. This class transforms curious kids into "Professional Investigators" as we explore the hidden forces and amazing materials that make up our world. Using high-energy Generation Genius interactive video lessons, we’ll join Dr. Jeff and his team dive into core topics. Students will master the Science & Engineering Practices, learning how to ask testable questions, build models, and use evidence to explain the natural world.
This class is taught by Mrs. Daena
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Get ready for a hands-on art adventure! In Wandercraft: Creative Explorers, young artists will dive into a colorful world of creativity as they experiment with a wide variety of exciting art and craft techniques. Each week students will discover a new way to create—whether they’re designing vibrant sand art, learning the basics of weaving, making their very own handmade paper, exploring painting techniques, or building imaginative mixed-media projects. This class is perfect for curious kids who love to try new things and express themselves through art. Our projects are designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and encourage problem-solving while giving children the joy of making something unique with their own hands. Every class brings a new artistic adventure and a special creation to take home! At Wandercraft, we believe creativity should be playful, inspiring, and a little magical—so come ready to explore, experiment, and let your imagination wander!
Students will:
• Explore a variety of art styles and materials
• Build fine motor skills through hands-on projects
• Express creativity and imagination
• Bring home one-of-a-kind creations
No prior art experience needed—just bring your creativity and a sense of adventure!
This class is taught by Mrs. Jamie
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Heroes & Helpers explores influential figures who reshaped societies through leadership, courage, innovation, and service. Students examine what makes someone a “world changer” and how ordinary people can create extraordinary impact.
Figures may include individuals such as Jane Goodall, Desmond Tutu, Temple Grandin, Benjamin Franklin, Martin Luther King Jr., Amelia Earhart, Thomas Edison, and Steve Irwin. We will explore individuals who made an impact in science, nature, humanitarianism, exploration, and justice. In addition to in-class projects and learning, optional work will be sent home for those students who desire a deeper understanding.
This class is taught by Mrs. Meghan
Wednesday
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In this lively & engaging class with daily small group discussion, students will learn how to spot errors in reasoning using at least 15 relatable lessons from The Fallacy Detective. Each week focuses on a new logical fallacy through analysis, examples and real-life applications that make complex ideas fun and practical. Students will strengthen their everyday decision-making skills while learning to recognize faulty logic in media, arguments and conversations.
This class is taught by Mrs. Amy
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In this class we will explore the history of our great state! Students will learn all about how the Northwest came to be part of the US territories, how and when Idaho gained statehood, and much more about Idaho’s history and geography. We will hear stories about the early settlers, travelers of the Oregon Trail, and about the native people who lived here long ago and are still here today! We will use A Rendezvous with Idaho History as a template curriculum, although I am adding from other resources as well. This class will also include games and activities that make learning history interesting and fun!
This class is taught by Mrs. Jessica
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Culinary for Kids!
In this culinary class for kids, students will learn basic cooking techniques including how to use kitchen tools, how to read a recipe, and how to keep their area clean all taught in a small group setting. Students will be able to enjoy a sample of their culinary creation during class. Recipes may include dairy, grain, nuts, eggs, meat, and spices. All supplies and ingredients included. Recipes are subject to adjustment.
Week 1 Broccoli Salad
Week 2 Pasta Salad
Week 3 Crowned Grilled Cheese
Week 4 Chicken in a Cream Sauce
Week 5 Ham and Cheese Omelet
Week 6 French Toast Sticks
Week 7 Egg McMuffin Sandwich
Week 8 Chorizo Soup
Week 9 Green Goddess Pasta
Week 10 Blueberry Pancakes
Week 11 Bacon Potato Soup
Week 12 Pineapple Upside-down Pancakes
Week 13 Coconut Curry
Week 14 Charcuterie Board
Week 15 Gnocchi with Sage Butter
This class is taught by Ms. Mandee
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Art studio is a hands-on class where students explore the concepts of art and create art using foundational techniques. Students will work in 2-D and 3-D formats throughout the semester. This class is designed for an older or more experienced art student looking to hone their skills, learn more in-depth techniques and work on lengthier projects.
Drawing Form: Gradation, Light & Shadow, Line & Curve, showing depth
Gradients: Gradation, Hatching, and Stippling
Create Form: Clay Vase
Paper Mache Still Life Sculpture
This class is taught by Ms. Crystal
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Welcome to a writing space where every idea is a treasure! This introductory course is designed specifically for emerging writers in grades 2-4. This class breaks down the intimidating "blank page" into manageable, fun steps, focusing on both the mechanics and creativity of writing. We will review the 5-step writing process—Prewriting, Drafting, Revising, Editing, and Publishing—to transform simple ideas into complete, engaging stories. We focus on the joy of storytelling and the power of expression, helping students find their unique voices in a pressure-free environment.
This class is taught by Mrs. Daena
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This engaging course introduces students to some of the most intriguing unsolved questions in American history. Through reading and subsequent discussion, students will explore how historians examine evidence, evaluate sources and develop differing interpretations of past events. The class encourages curiosity about history as students examine clues, as well as develops critical thinking/reasoning skills as they consider explanations for puzzling events from the past.
This class is taught by Mrs. Amy
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Come join us as we learn all about the different systems of the human body! We will do fun hands-on activities to help visualize the way our amazing bodies operate. The systems we will learn about are as follows: circulatory, digestive, respiratory, nervous, skeletal, muscular, urinary, exocrine/endocrine, immune, and integumentary (skin).
We will NOT be learning about the reproductive system. The goal is to spark interest and increase knowledge about the human body and how it works!
This class is taught by Mrs. Jessica
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Join us for a wonderful journey into a new storybook each week! Including NEW storybooks and crafts for Fall 2026 semester! I will read a captivating picture book with our class, discuss the text and concepts of print, then dive into a hands-on craft inspired by the story's characters and themes. This class is designed to spark creativity, build fine motor skills, and foster a love for reading in a fun, relaxed environment.
**Special considerations/Prerequisites: This is a project based class, students need to demonstrate proficiency in using scissors (holding and cutting) and using writing tools.
This class is taught by Mrs. Daena
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Culinary for Kids
In this culinary class for kids, students will learn basic cooking techniques including how to use kitchen tools, how to read a recipe, and how to keep their area clean all taught in a small group setting. Students will be able to enjoy a sample of their culinary creation during class. Recipes may include dairy, grain, nuts, eggs, meat, and spices. All supplies and ingredients included. Recipes are subject to adjustment.
Week 1 Broccoli Salad
Week 2 Pasta Salad
Week 3 Crowned Grilled Cheese
Week 4 Chicken in a Cream Sauce
Week 5 Ham and Cheese Omelet
Week 6 French Toast Sticks
Week 7 Egg McMuffin Sandwich
Week 8 Chorizo Soup
Week 9 Green Goddess Pasta
Week 10 Blueberry Pancakes
Week 11 Bacon Potato Soup
Week 12 Pineapple Upside-down Pancakes
Week 13 Coconut Curry
Week 14 Charcuterie Board
Week 15 Gnocchi with Sage Butter
This class is taught by Ms. Mandee
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This semester, we will be focusing on American artists, learning their art styles and try our hand at their famous mediums. Students will learn different materials, techniques and how to care for the materials. Materials may include clay, oil pastels, watercolor, charcoal, acrylic and chalk pastels.
American Artists
John James Audubon
Harriet Powers
Mary Cassatt
Frederic Remington
Charles DeMuth
Edward Hopper
Gutzon Borglum
Maria Martinez
Norman Rockwell
Wolf Kahn
James Castle
Barbara Cooney
Andy Warhol
This class is taught by Ms. Crystal
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In this class we will work on several activities that will build fine motor skills while having fun! This class will be more than just art. Some of the activities may be working with beads, coloring/painting, cutting, playdough, stickers and so much more while strengthening hands and abilities. This is a great class to be social and have some fun too!
This class is taught by Mrs. Erin
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This beginning biology class will focus on animal anatomy and will include lots of dissection labs. This will be a fun and interesting way for kids to learn about different kinds of animals, and the body systems they possess. We will deep dive into some of the phyla, classes, and orders of the animal kingdom. Students should be mentally and physically mature enough to follow directions closely when doing the dissection labs. We will learn lab safety rules and will use the safest tools possible that work for each dissection. If you have a student who wants to learn more on these topics, but might be a bit squeamish about dissection, they are still welcome to join the class and just watch the dissection labs. No one will be forced to participate in any lab that makes them uncomfortable and I will always have a backup activity during dissection labs.
Note: this class will NOT include lessons on sexual reproduction.
This class is taught by Mrs. Jessica
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In this engaging hands-on workshop, students will dive into the world of paper arts and crafts. Each session is designed to strengthen fine motor skills—such as cutting, tearing, folding, and gluing—while encouraging creative thinking. Students will learn to recognize basic shapes and use them to construct fun, thematic, and, at times, 3D projects. Drawing lessons and process art will also be part of this dynamic class!
**Special considerations/Prerequisites: This is a project based class, students need to demonstrate proficiency in using scissors (holding and cutting) and using writing tools.
This class is taught by Mrs. Daena
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Creative writing is an artistic and very personal expression. Creating a story or poem takes
imagination, creativity, and the time to write what comes to one’s head without over thinking it. In this creative writing class for beginners, students will practice creative writing through prompts, fun hands-on activities, and group collaborations. The class is designed for students to start a writing activity in class and finish it at home before the next class. Parents are encouraged to help at home with punctuation, grammar, and spelling. Each student will have a thesaurus of their own to expand on their creative writing skills and learn how to use a dictionary. As a published author, Ms. Mandee shares her journey through the writing and publishing process, the ups and the downs, to encourage them to unlock their creative spirit, and shoot for the stars!
v Adding Details
v Description
v Five Senses
v Communicating Emotions
v Webbing
v Expanding Out a Sentence or Story
v Having Fun with the Story
v Observation and Describing
v Interviewing
v Editing and giving useful feedback
v Parts of a story: plot, theme, identifying characters, conflict, and conclusion
Special note:
Some lessons will include food and film clips. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Films: Dinner scene at the opening of The Hobbit
Silent film clips (Charlie Chaplin etc)
Cartoons (Ducktales, Pink Panther etc)
Ms. Mandee
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In this Art Sampler class, students will get an indepth study of different art mediums, learn a variety of techniques, vocabulary, how to care for materials and keep the space clean. This class is designed for students interested in art and wanting to try a variety of materials and concepts.
Areas of Study:
Watercolor
Acrylic
Oil Pastels
Mixed Media
This class is taught by Ms. Crystal