Reluctant Writer? Join the next beginner creative writing class of Druidawn!




Wednesday Feb 27 - Apr 17 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Eastern
ages 8-14
$80 for 8 weeks

REGISTER HERE.
Druidawn is an interactive role playing game that uses creative writing and problem solving to overcome obstacles in a group setting.



Legends of Druidawn: Beginners 

Legends of Druidawn uses fantasy role playing (dragons, elves, quick-sand OH MY!) to stimulate the imaginations of the players and becomes an excellent source of ideas.  It is based entirely in Druidawn, a fantasy world where the adventures take place.  Legends of Druidawn motivates children to write creatively.  Players will participate in a verbally interactive story-adventure that requires imaginative, cooperative problem-solving in order to overcome obstacles. 

The teacher will guide the players through various adventures with the help of maps, dice, and character sheets. Think Dungeon and Dragons but with a creative writing element.  Druidawn classes are always sure to be fun, interesting, and a little crazy! 

Week 1
Tales of how Druidawn came to exist.
Character creation information and how the game works.  This week requires a lot of listening, the student interactions will begin in earnest on week 2.

Weeks 2-7
The adventure unfolds as our characters travel to the Shadow Knight's training grounds and beyond.

Week 8
The characters complete their training and are awarded their Shadow Knight's certificate.  Now they are in the service of the queen and will be called upon to partake in many adventures throughout the Druidawn kingdom.

Class interaction:
This class involves a lot of interaction with the teacher and other students.  Please be sure that your child has a good internet connection and can hear/be heard clearly on Zoom.

Homework:
Each week there will be optional homework.  This will be explain verbally to the students and posted on Outschool to the parents so that everyone knows what work should be completed.  Students can put in as little or as much time as they choose.  Their characters will benefit from their efforts.
I encourage the students to send me their homework electronically but that is not required.  They can do all their homework written on paper and either send me a picture OR just don't send it in at all.  Either way is good.

Requirement:
Ability to write at least basic sentences.  The optional homework is tailored to YOUR child's abilities.  Although the homework is optional, I promise your child will want to complete each week's assignment!

https://outschool.com/classes/legends-of-druidawn-beginners-EAlYmv95?sectionUid=fe46b11d-c9fd-40ec-a692-83adc30e8d94&usid=kY0tdzCr&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Legend of Druidawn: Dragons





Legend of Druidawn: Dragons

Are dragons your favorite part about being a Shadow Knight in the world of Druidawn? Do you want to learn about their history and culture? If you have pet dragons or just a curiosity this class is for you!

If you are already a Shadow Knight, please join me on
Wednesday, March 6th 10-10:35am Eastern
or
Wednesday, March 20th 1:30 - 2:05pm Eastern
$8

Register here


Legends of Druidawn: Mermaids, Marina and Her Sea

Legends of Druidawn:
Mermaids, Marina and Her Sea

Ah, and overlord and her dragon, what could be sweeter?
The Overlords of Druidawn are mythical and powerful. Overlord Marina rules the seas. Shadow Knights may come in contact with her during an adventure. Learn about mermaids (merfolk) and Marina's place in Druidawn.

If you are already a Shadow Knight, please join me on

Wednesday, March 13th 10-10:35 am Eastern
$8

Register here

Continuing Adventures! Legends of Druidawn: Frozen North

Continuing Adventures!
Legends of Druidawn: Frozen North





Are you a Shadow Knight?  Would you like to travel to the Frozen North?

Join my next continuing adventure class.  
This class is appropriate if you have taken a Druidawn class online or in person.

The Sleeping Guardian has been secretly scouting the world of Druidawn for worthy 
Shadow Knights to participate in a quest of the upmost importance. 

Wed Mar 20 - Apr 17 at 12pm  - 1pm Eastern
Meets once a week for 5 weeks

3 - 9 learners, ages 8-13

Outschool.com - Frozen North

Legends of Druidawn

https://outschool.com/classes/legends-of-druidawn-beginners-EAlYmv95?sectionUid=fc72e529-1266-46aa-bfe4-91402801522d&usid=kY0tdzCr&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link


I am happy to announce that I will be teaching beginner and advanced adventures of Legends of Druidawn on Outchool.com

Creative Writing, adventures, spells, dragons... what more could you want!
Kids WANT to write when they are writing for Druidawn!

There are multiple BEGINNER sessions available for registration.  These sessions are for those who have never taken a Druidawn class (advanced classes will be posted soon).

Outschool.com - Druidawn

Druidawn is an interactive role playing game that uses creative writing and problem solving to overcome obstacles in a group setting.

Meets once a week for 8 weeks

3 - 6 learners, ages 8-14
$80 per learner

Wed Jan 23 - Mar 13 at 11:15am Eastern
OR

Wed Jan 23 - Mar 13 at 1pm Eastern
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Primary Sources for Teens


Tuesday, April 4th 1:00 - 2:00
Ages 13 - 18
Primary Sources for Teens: Learn how to access and use primary sources for research.  Librarian-led.
William Hall Library Program Room, 1825 Broad St., Cranston, RI

Email for a spot: melissa@epicoutschooling.com


CANCELED: Hopkins Power Generating Station

Canceled
 

Wednesday, February 22, 2017
10:00 tour



Children must be accompanied by an adult. 
Ages 10 and up (sorry, younger siblings may not attend)


Hopkins Power Generating Station 
2146 Geddie Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Cost: free! (scroll down to register to attend)


Experience description: The tour usually lasts about an hour. 
There will be a 15-20 minute video and then the tour of the plant.
The power station has a DRESS CODE for safety reasons:  Everyone must wear long pants.  No dresses, skirts, shorts or tank tops.  Also no flip-flops or sandals. Only closed toed shoes.  Sneakers are fine. 

Recommended reading:
Black Gold by Albert Marrin (aimed at ages 12 and up)
Available via the library.












Recommended website:
http://energy4me.org/

About the power plant
The Hopkins power plant burns fossil fuels (either natural gas or oil) to convert water to steam in two huge boilers. The steam is used to drive two turbines which are in turn connected to power generators. In addition, power can be produced when needed by two gas turbine generators located at the plant.
The plant is located on 230 acres of land 7 miles west of Tallahassee, Florida on Geddie Road. The area, covered with oaks and pines, provides a haven for a variety of wildlife including birds, deer, alligators and even a community of beavers.
Built in 1971, the Hopkins power plant was expanded to more than double its original size in 1977 with construction of a second boiler and power generator. The City has converted the Hopkins Unit 2 conventional steam-generating unit to a more efficient and economical combined cycle system under the Hopkins Unit 2 Repowering Project.
As fossil-fueled power plants go, the Hopkins power plant is a medium sized facility, capable of generating up to 504 megawatts of power when local electricity demand requires it. The plant operates 24 hours a day 365 days a year under constant supervision of an expert team of engineers and operators who monitor the plant's efficiency and cleanliness.
Protection of Tallahassee's beautiful environment is a prime concern of the City's electric utility and the employees at the Hopkins power plant. Chemists in the plant's laboratory perform more than 40 tests on water every day, including tests for metal contaminants, mineral precipitates and acidity. In addition, a separate environmental monitoring facility provides independent oversight and verification of all environmental safeguards.

Register here: Hopkins Power Station
Contact: Melissa@epicoutschooling.com