Homeschool Art and Academic Studies

Ready to learn by making? TR Makers Co. is offering 14 newly-created Arts Lead Learning (ALL) half-day classes along with an art history semester-long program, Masters & Makers, during this 2024-2025 academic school year.

ALL half-day classes occur on select Fridays for students (ages 5-12). Taking on subjects like Life Science, Literature, Physics, Mathematics, and more, each class will include a multi-disciplinary approach to creative learning, utilizing techniques across multiple art forms such as painting, drawing, sculpture, architecture, literature, dance, drama, and music.

Additionally, our teachers use a variety of techniques during each lesson to help students of all learning styles to understand and comprehend each area of study. Lessons have been designed with specific age ranges and multiple ability levels in mind.

Throughout class students will use these art forms to help create two to three Makers projects that reflect the academic content studied, allowing students to create tangible reminders of the lessons they’ve learned. Each academic lesson includes two to three Makers projects as we allow the Arts to Lead our Learning process. We will use various hand-building and artisan techniques to create a finished project which relates to our area of study for that class. Once finished, students will have both a booklet completed during class and their final projects to help remind them of the lessons learned.

During our half-day classes, students are dropped off for in-studio participation. Come join us for a specific class or sign up for multiple classes!

Registration for 2024-2025 school year has begun!

Our fall semester runs August 23, 2024 through November 22, 2024, and the spring semester runs January 17, 2025 through April 25, 2025. Registration is open throughout the academic year with multi-day discounts as well as sibling discounts.

EARLY REGISTRATION SALE for Spring 2025 classes is happening now through November 24th!

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Register Students Ages 5-12 for 2024-2025 Classes
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Register Students Ages 5-12 for 2024-2025 Classes

Each of these half day classes will meet in the morning from 9a-12p. You choose which classes you attend and what works best for your homeschool schedule. Classes are offered twice so that you can pick which of the dates you will attend, students do not need to attend both days of a given class topic. Students must be at least 5 years old by the date of the class.

Register Now	Sizzle, Fizzle, Ping: Let Your Words Sing! :: A Study in Language and Art Discover the power of onomatopoeia in pop art style! Join us for a fun class where art and sound collide in loud and lively creations! Add your own lingo into the mix and design bold, colorful artwork that really speaks! Choose your Date of Attendance :: Aug 23 / Aug 30
Register Now	Dynamic Decimals: The Numbers Between the Numbers :: A Study in Mathematics Get ready to mix math and art in a colorful composition! You will master the mystery of numbers between the numbers in this exciting mash up! And discover how small bits and pieces can come together in a big way! Choose your Date of Attendance :: Sep 6 / Sep 13
Register Now	In a Nutshell: George Washington Carver :: A Study in History Learn about this great American inventor and scientist who changed the landscape of farming in the south. Explore his 300 different ways to use the peanut! Then challenge your own way of thinking to find multiple uses for some ordinary objects. Choose your Date of Attendance :: Sep 20 / Sep 27
Register Now	Archers and Outlaws: A Journey into the Characters of Robin Hood :: A Study in Literature Meet the cast, from the virtuous outlaw himself to the villainous Sheriff of Nottingham. In this adventure, students will explore the character traits of Robin Hood and his merry men, including bravery, loyalty, and resourcefulness. Choose your Date of Attendance :: Oct 4 / Oct 11
Register Now	Ring of Fire :: A Study of Geography and Science Embark on a thrilling journey to the Ring of Fire, home to over 450 volcanoes! Explore the powerful forces that create volcanoes and earthquakes, and how people and animals adapt to living in this dynamic region. Then, let your creativity flow like lava! Choose your Date of Attendance :: Oct 18 / Oct 25
Register Now	The Mystery of the Missing Masterpieces :: A Study in Art and History Take a step into art history to learn about the plundering of Europe’s great works of art during World War II, and the heroes who hunted for it all! Come along on this epic saga full of unlikely champions and enduring mysteries! Choose your Date of Attendance :: Nov 1 / Nov 8
Register Now	Star Struck: Exploring Our Galactic Neighborhood :: A Study in Science Blast off on a thrilling adventure through our local solar system! In this class, students will explore the planets, moons, asteroids, and comets that orbit our Sun, discovering the wonders of our cosmic community. Choose your Date of Attendance :: Nov 15 / Nov 22
Register Now	Kangaroos & Kookaburras: Exploring the Land Down Under :: A Study in Geography and Cultural Join us on a journey across the vast continent of Australia! Learn about its unique geography, diverse wildlife, and rich culture as we explore its cities, deserts, rainforests, and more. Choose your Date of Attendance :: Jan 17 / Jan 24
Register Now	Kidonomics :: A Study in Mathematics Embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of economics! From understanding need versus want, to bartering and buying, get ready to think like a money-savvy pro! Let’s spend some time together and learn the sense of saving! Choose your Date of Attendance :: Jan 31 / Feb 7
Register Now	Words on the Move :: A Study in Language Get ready to put prepositions into action with your artwork! In this literary adventure, you’ll create a charming puppet and craft whimsical poems using prepositions from near to far! And bring your words to life at the TR Makers Puppet Theater! Choose your Date of Attendance :: Feb 14 / Feb 21
Register Now	Drawn to Life: The Wordless Wonders of David Wiesner :: A Study in Literature Dive into the imaginary world of David Wiesner’s magical masterpieces. Explore how his intricate pictures tell rich stories and create your own fantastical tale using your imagination and a blank page! Choose your Date of Attendance :: Feb 28 / Mar 7
Register Now	Better Together: Bugs and Plants :: A Study in Science Pollination, protection, seed dispersal and more! Did you know that many plants and insects depend on one another for survival? Discover the buzz about these unique friendships! Choose your Date of Attendance :: Mar 14 / Mar 21
Register Now	Spark of Genius: Exploring American Ingenuity :: A Study in History Join us as we explore some of America’s game-changing inventors and the inventions that we can’t do without – including Post-It Notes and Cardboard Boxes! What will they come up with next? Choose your Date of Attendance :: Mar 28 / Apr 4
Register Now	Night Life: Nature’s Party Animals :: A Study in Science Stay up past your bedtime and scout out the twilight adventures of nature’s nocturnal ninjas. From bats to bears and owls to opossums, uncover the unique features that help these awesome animals thrive in the darkness. Choose your Date of Attendance :: Apr 11 / Apr 25

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Discounted 2 Day, 4 Day and Unlimited Passes

Fall 2024 Semester

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Schedule Your Private Group Event

We would love to plan an Arts Lead Learning day just for your group. Our classes session will last 3 hours. Pick your class from the choices below and let us know when you would like to schedule it. The price for this session is based on the number of students participating. When you are ready to book your group, use the form below or call us (864) 610-0996.

Pricing for Private Groups

Private Study (1 student) $96 per student

6-9 students $48 per student/session

10-15 students $40 per student/session

For groups larger than 15 or those who wish for us to travel to your location, please email us for a quote. We would be happy to talk with you!

Classes Available for Private Groups

How to Catch a Dinosaur a Paleontology Study

Ever wonder how a scientist can track a dinosaur through millions of years? Or what a paleontologist uses to hunt up bones? We’ll be exploring that and more in this exciting study and coming home with our own castings.

Rockin’ Out a Geology Study

Journey with us deep into the center of the earth to learn about the science of rocks. We’ll be learning about our planet’s layers and formations, as well as categorizing the information we “dig” up.

Hear Me Roar a Sound Waves and Physics Study

Time to learn about the science of noise! As it turns out, there’s a lot more to music than just melody and harmony. We will study sound waves and make our own musical instruments to try out too!

Walk Like An Egyptian a History and Archaeology Study

What is a stele? How is papyrus made? In this study, we’ll be investigating the world of ancient Egypt and learning about discoveries made using the science of archaeology. Come prepared to search for clues into the world of the ancient past!

Invisible Animals a Life Science Study

From butterflies with owl-shaped eyes to color-changing lizards, nature is full of animals who are experts at blending into the scenery. Let’s “see” how important this might be for species’ survival, as well as other ways animals adapt to their surroundings.

Making Light of Roy G. Biv a Science Study

Explore the visible light spectrum as we play with color, lights and shadows. In this class we will create a brilliant piece of shadow art, mix colors to create a dye bath for our fabric art piece and create our own version of the color wheel.

Pompeii a History and Science Study

Travel with us back in time to the days of the Roman Empire! In this study, we’ll be learning about the story of Pompeii and what happened on that early morning in 79 C.E. (hint: it involved a little mountain called Vesuvius). Science + History= a volcanic, dynamic study!

Earth Inside Out a Science Study

Go below the surface of the blue planet to learn about the layers that make up the ground beneath our feet. Together we will discover how volcanoes walk, earthquakes shake things up- even under the sea, and how the phrase “rock solid” is a bit misleading!

Sweet Honey Bees a Life Science Study

What’s the buzz about melittology? Join us as we get into the mind of a honeybee as they work, work, work! We’ll visit the hive, choreograph our very own honey dance, and work together. Students will print a honeycomb design and generally get a taste of the sweet life!

Polar Opposites a Science Study

Magnets are everywhere! In our cars, computers, and even jewelry. In this lesson we will explore the power of magnets to move and even levitate objects! We’ll make our own magnetic slime, design a magnetic pocket toy, and build a simple electromagnet.

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Contact

If you have additional questions or are ready to get your group booked, please use the form below to contact us or call (864) 610-0996 during shop hours.