Needham Community Education

In this class we will use our imagination and stacks of building blocks to build our way from the runway to the stars as we bring a bustling world of aviation to life! We will construct towering mission control centers and sprawling airports to guide our hand-built fleet of airplanes and helicopters through the clouds. Once our city is built, we will blast off into a brick-built galaxy, engineering powerful rockets and secret moon bases to defend the universe from colorful "space invaders." Through hands-on play and epic storytelling, we will discover how our wildest creations can defy gravity, proving that with enough blocks and a bit of creativity, we can reach the furthest corners of the galaxy!

Instructor: Ellen Porter, Instructional Assistant, Eliot Elementary

ACTIVE EXPLORATIONS: In addition to the outdoor movement and break times planned by each instructor, students participating in full-day Summer Explorations classes will enjoy a 40-minute active break each day led by highly qualified Needham Public School P.E. and Wellness Instructors. During this time, students will head to the gym or venture outside to get some fresh air and move their bodies. Whether it's a brisk walk around the grounds, high-energy running games and relay races, or exciting team sports and activities, this time is a great way to break up the day, get some energy out, and boost focus for the rest of class!