Monticello Community Education

Take your first steps into engineering by designing and building your own Art-Bot. These fun and silly robots are popular with both children and adults. Using the Activity Guide, with detailed picture instructions, the fun begins as you build your own Art-Bot with a motor, battery holder and more! Then, give your robot a personality with the craft supplies included in the kit. This STEM kit is not just hands-on....it is hands-in. Recommended Ages: Building with an adult ages 8+. Building under adult supervision, 12+. The kit includes: 1-AA battery 1-AA battery holder 1 hobby motor, 1.5 volt with wires 1 piece of cardboard with 2 pre-punched holes, 1x2 inches 1 paper clip 2 metal fasteners 1 large paper cup, color may vary 1 clothes pin, half 3 markers, colors will vary 4 pipe cleaners, assorted colors 6 pom-poms, assorted colors and sizes 6 wiggle eyes, assorted colors and sizes 3 feathers, assorted colors and sizes 4 4x4 inch construction paper, assorted colors Activity Guide **Items not included with kit: tape, glue, scissors, paper WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD Toy contains a small ball. Not for children under 3 years. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD Toy contains small parts. Not for children under 3 years. WARNING: The motor’s shaft spins at 1500 rpm, so keep shaft away from eyes, face and hair. Kit includes 1 AA battery.

This course follows the American Academy of Pediatrics – Babysitter Lessons And Safety Training (BLAST). Students learn current practices for safety and injury prevention, first aid basics, feeding and caring for infants, how to handle behavior problems, and how to manage their babysitting business. Students receive a reference book, recipe and game handouts, babysitting bag and first aid kit. Please bring a lunch.

In this Tech Academy virtual class, students are introduced to programming concepts using Scratch. Scratch is a drag-and-drop creative coding platform developed by MIT. Students will be instructed to make a Mario Kart - style game. Then pick custom characters, track to customize their games Home Technical Requirements For Class: ●Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM ●Internet: Broadband internet ●Webcam ●Microphone and Speakers ●Google Meet

Learn to code with scratch, by dragging colorful blocks of code in this Tech Academy class. Recreate a classic arcade game, Tetris! We will use programming concepts like variables, flow control, subroutines, and more! Home Technical Requirements For all Class: ●Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM ●Internet: Broadband internet ●Webcam ●Microphone and Speakers ●Google Meet

First Aid and Safety Trained Kids is a 4-hour course for 7 – 10 year old's. Lessons cover basic first aid, water safety, vehicle safety, home emergencies, injury prevention, personal safety and healthy living. This course helps prepare children for staying at home alone. Students will receive a book and construct a home first aid kit as part of the class. Please bring a snack.

NEW Class with Tech Academy! Learn to make Java mods for Minecraft Java Edition Minecraft using MCreator. Customize your gaming experience! MCreator is a great tool to learn Minecraft modding and to learn concepts of software programming. Students should be comfortable with keyboarding, and, of course, playing Minecraft! At the end of the class, take home your Mods to share with family and friends. Home Technical Requirements For all Class: ●Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM ●Internet: Broadband internet ●Webcam ●Microphone and Speakers ●Google Meet Additional Technical Requirement: ●Minecraft Java Edition ●PC only will not work on Apple, Mac, Chromebook, tablets, or phones. Mcreator - free downloadable software

Unleash your creativity as you work collaboratively in this Tech Academy class! Create a world with others in multiple unique, themed lands. Build different biomes, or base a section on your favorite movie or video game! Meld your quadrants together with bridges, and separate them with moats of water, lava, or even the void! Students will get a copy of the world to continue development at home. Home Technical Requirements For all Class: ●Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM ●Internet: Broadband internet ●Webcam ●Microphone and Speakers ●Google Meet Additional Technical Requirement: ●Minecraft Java Edition PC will not work on Chromebook, tablets, or phones.

Piano and guitar lessons. Weekly 30 minute lessons. Please call Mary to set up your time for the session at 612-578-9583. In addition to class fee, instructional books will be required as determined by the teacher. These can be bought online, at the music store, or from the teacher. Normal fee is $18.50 for the session. Please note that no makeup lessons are offered. Your scheduled time will be forfeited if student is absent, since teacher has reserved your scheduled slot for you. If this is unacceptable, please make other arrangements.

Have fun with two STEM topics...chemistry and electricity. First, your budding scientist with explore the three most common States of Matter in our environment: a solid, liquid and a gas. As your child conducts the three fun and exciting experiments from the Activity Guide, they will be learning that: a solid has a stable shape, a liquid will take on the shape of the container holding it, and that a gas has no shape. Next, your child will learn how the electromagnetic field was discovery by building their own electromagnet and investigate how it works. Kit includes: The kit includes: 1 plastic zip bag 1 small square of paper towel 1 spoon 1 dropper (pipette) 1 set of color tablets (red/blue/yellow) 6 spoonfuls of baking soda 5 spoonfuls of citric acid (naturally found in fruit) 1 spoonful of popcorn kernels 1 AA battery 1 D cell battery 1 compass, size will vary 2 meal fasteners 6 paper clips 1 wire, 1.5 feet long 2 wires, 6 inches long 1-4x5 inch cardboard 1 steel nail, 2.5 inches long color crayons, 4 colors Activity Guides for States of Matter and Electromagnet ** All you need to supply is water, a half measuring cup, a bowl or tray, 3-clear cups and tape. Please be aware: The metal parts of the electromagnet can sometimes become warm or hot to the touch. If this happens, turn the electromagnet off. Allow the electromagnet to cool down before using again. WARNING: Items in this kit are for external use only. Do not eat or drink any substance contained in this kit. Keep out of eyes, nose, and mouth. WARNING: This kit contain citric acid, which is a naturally occurring weak acid found in fruit. Wash hands after conducting experiments. If left on hands, can cause skin irritation. WARNING:SHARP POINT HAZARD Toy contains functional sharp point. Not for children under 4 years of age. WARNING:CHOKING HAZARD Small parts. Not for children under 3 years of age.

This kit will have your budding scientist exploring the Science side of STEM with engaging experiments and activities. First, learn about primary and secondary colors with Color Mixing Magic. Then, in States of Matter your scientist will investigate the three most common states in our environment with exciting experiments. Finally, with Silly Slime, learn why slime is delightfully bouncy, stretchy and sticky as your scientist mixes up their own batch of slime and explores it's properties. This kit is more than hands-on...it’s hands in! Be prepared to have fun and get messy. Kit Includes: pipette color mixing tablets color noodles glue liquid starch craft stick 30ml measure cup bowl with lid for storage Color Mixing Magic Activity Guide States of Matter Activity Guide Silly Slime Activity Guide and much more Materials Not Included with Kit: water paper towels scissors bowl and cups small waterproof containers of different size and shape for pouring water markers glue optional, paintbrush Recommended Ages: Experimenting with an adult ages 4-8. Experimenting under adult supervision, ages 8+. Kit Warnings: WARNING: Items in this kit are for external use only. Do not eat or drink any substance contained in this kit. Keep out of eyes, nose, and mouth. WARNING:CHOKING HAZARD--Small parts. Not for children under 3 years of age.

Pre-Recorded Video and Kit Class Wizard School Grades 1-5 Recommended Ages: Grades 1-5 for 2020-2021 school year Notes: This is a pre-recorded online class with a link to access a private video on YouTube. An outline is provided. To complete the experiments and projects, must view video. The kit and link will be available by February 1, 2021 Class Title: Science Explorers' Wizard School Description: Join Science Explorers as we investigate a virtual wizard’s laboratory. You will become an apprentice of Wizard Todd as you learn the science behind the magic. Wizard Todd will teach you to harness electricity to make your own wand. You will also explore the secret world of alchemy as you create scientific potions and more in this fun, hands-on imaginative class. A 30-day link will be provided to access a private video on YouTube. Kit Includes: private link to a pre-recorded class on YouTube can be viewed for 30 days an outline to indicate supplies needed for each experiment/activity pipette and spoon Model Magic Items to make a light up wand. Powders for a fun transfiguration experiment along with purple cabbage extract dragon glider Pop Rocks...will eat a few. and much more! Materials Not Included with Kit: internet access Tablet or a laptop/computer to view the pre-recorded class. A person who can be available to help with any technical or experiment difficulties. sink and water water pitcher cups and bowls markers tape and scissors paper towels optional, ribbon, string and paints A complete list will be provided in the outline. Kit Warnings: WARNING--Items in this kit are for external use only. Do not eat or drink any substance contained in this kit. Keep out of eyes, nose, and mouth. WARNING:CHOKING HAZARD--Small parts. Not for children under 3 years of age.

Have fun with two STEM topics...aerospace and chemistry with pH. First, discover the four forces that allow planes and rockets to fly: thrust, drag, weight and lift. You will experiment with these forces with fun, hands-on experiments and activities while using a paratrooper to investigate drag, a disk shooter to explore lift and more. Next, step into your own science lab to test the pH of six everyday substances. The exciting part of testing for pH is that the mixture changes color. The final color will indicate if the substance tested is an acid, a base or a neutral. This experiment will have your child excited about the science side of STEM! Plus, enough pH indicator will be provided so this experiment can be conducted again to test other items found around your home. The kit includes: 1 paratrooper with rubber band 1 glider with nose cone 1 disk launcher 1 foam shape 4 paper clips 1 pipette (dropper) 1 tsp of dried purple cabbage extract 1 tsp of citric acid 1 tsp of baking soda 1 tsp of salt 1 tsp of dried vinegar 1 tsp of alum 1 tsp of sugar 1 craft stick 1 spoon Activity Guide for Flight 101 and ph Testing ** All you need to supply is tape, a table, four clear cups and optional paper towels. WARNING:CHOKING HAZARD Small parts. Not for children under 3 years of age. WARNING:CHOKING HAZARD To avoid danger of suffocation, keep plastic bag and parts away from young children and babies. WARNING: Items in this kit are for external use only. Do not eat or drink any substance contained in this kit. Keep out of eyes, nose, and mouth. WARNING: This kit contain citric acid, which is a naturally occurring weak acid found in fruit. Wash hands after conducting experiments. If left on hands, can cause skin irritation. Project pick up is Friday May 29 between 11 AM and Noon at Eastview Education Center

Have fun with two hands-on STEM topics...Slime and Catapults. In this DIY kit, you will first investigate the chemical reaction that creates slime. Mix up your own batches of Glow, Silky and Floam Slimes as you discover why slime is delightfully bouncy, stretchy and gooey. Then, build three different catapults to examine how levers, energy, and Newton's Laws of Motion all work together as you fling ping-pong balls while practicing your launching and aiming skills. This kit is more than hands-on...it’s hands in! Kit includes: 3 bowls with lids for slime storage 2 measure cups, 1 oz each 1 bottle of glue, 4 oz 1 oz liquid starch 1 oz liquid laundry detergent 1/4 teaspoon borax 1/4 teaspoon glow powder 2 T. floam pellets 1 package of Model Magic 2 colors of tempera paint, 1/4 teaspoon each 3 straws 4 craft sticks for mixing 11 large craft sticks 35 regular craft sticks 1 roll of 1/2-inch tape 3 small paper cups 3 balls 1 dowel 4 rubber bands 1 straw at 1-inch long The Science of Slime Activity Guide Crazy Catapults Activity Guide Items Not Included: Water, Paper Towels, Scissors WARNING: Items in this kit are for external use only. Do not eat or drink any substance contained in this kit. Keep out of eyes, nose, and mouth. Kit pick up is Friday, June 5 between 11 AM and Noon at Eastview Education Center