About Elements Nature-based Homeschool Enrichment

Elements Homeschool Enrichment Programs are drop-off courses designed for children age 7-11 years. During these courses, children and an Elements educator will engage in open ended and guided exploration of the topic at hand. Learners will also engage in community building activities that promote social and interpersonal awareness. Drop in for one class or spend the day immersed in science, creativity, and the natural world at Elements Learning Collaborative!

Elements courses at RTB, are held outdoors as often as the weather will allow. When needed, we will take cover in the Yurt and will only cancel in the event of extreme weather. We encourage waterproof shoes/boots and appropriate outerwear. We meet Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Children enrolled in an AM and PM course on the same day are welcome to bring a lunch and eat with peers and the Elements educator for an additional $10/day fee. Please add the lunch hour program to your cart when checking out.

WINTER COURSES: 10 WEEKS

Week of January 13 – March 19

*Limit 8 -10 kids per course

Homemade! Culinary, Science & Art: TUESDAY, 10AM - 12PM

This unique project-based learning adventure blends culinary science and hands-on art projects, transforming everyday ingredients into delicious creations and creative masterpieces. Explore the chemistry behind watching dough rise and baking bread. Practice the art of presentation by creating visually stunning (and tasty!) dishes. Work on exciting multi-step projects with garden design, recipe development, and indoor and outdoor cooking. Build confidence and practical skills all while fostering independence and creativity.

Math Games & Puzzles TUESDAY, 1 PM - 3 PM

This class transforms math practice into play, using engaging games and puzzles to help learners strengthen their foundational math knowledge, improve mental calculation speed, and sharpen problem-solving skills.  Students will explore concepts like logic, strategy, and numerical fluency in a fun interactive environment that encourages critical thinking and builds math confidence. 

Story Explorers: WEDNESDAY, 10AM - 12PM

This program is a safe and inspiring space where every student's unique voice is celebrated. In this class, learners will discover how to hook a reader with strong introductions, build suspense with compelling plot structures, and craft satisfying endings.  We will practice techniques for creating memorable heroes, interesting sidekicks, and imaginary worlds using sensory details, literary elements, and descriptive language.

Art with Elements: WEDNESDAY, 1 PM - 3 PM

This course invites learners to use multimedia to experiment with a diverse palette of materials, including paint, clay, charcoal & pastels, collage & found objects, printmaking, and more. Students will build foundational skills in composition, color theory and technique while developing their unique artistic voice through hands- on and engaging projects. 

STEM-focused Nature Study  THURSDAY, 10 AM - 12PM

Turn curiosity into discovery in our exciting STEM focused Nature Study class focused on the power of weather and the vital journey of water! Designed for young explorers, this hands-on program uses scientific tools and materials to bring Earth’s atmosphere to life. Join us for an immersive, tactile learning experience that ignites a passion for science and engineering!

Book Club: THURSDAY, 1 PM - 3PM

This course will further develop a love of reading, strengthen critical engagement with literature, practice speaking and writing analytically about literature with their peers.  Learners will choose their own books (and their own pace) to dive deeper into literary analysis and have more in-depth discussions. Learners will come together to talk about, act out, and create based on themes, symbols, motifs, character development, conflict, literary devices, cultural relevance, and other elements at work in each book. Students will also practice analytic writing and receive feedback from others.

Registration is now open for winter session! All registrations will now take place on our new Customer Portal! Click the link below to register now.

Elements Sliding Scale Tuition

Tier 1 - Pay it forward! Covers the full cost of your program and a portion to a family in need. Thank you for helping keep our program equitable!!

Tier 2 - Covers the full cost of your program.

Tier 3 - A subsidized option. Covers a partial cost of your program to meet the needs of families with fewer resources.

*Course lengths vary between 10-13 weeks. Total cost per session will be based on number of weeks.

Try a first class for free!

If you choose to enroll, we will prorate your cost so you pay only for the remaining weeks. A trial class is available for learners who have not taken that particular Elements course before, even if you are not new to Elements.