Course Schedule

Summer 2011
Classes are available for children and teens at Moraine Valley Community College. Classes are interesting, involving, and do not require homework or include grading.

• Arts and Crafts
• Career Exploration
• Computers
• History/Geography
• Languages
• Math
• Reading
• Science
• Skill Development
• Special Interest
• Writing
• Career Exploration
• eFun Explorations Academy Computer Camps

Arts and Crafts
CARTOONING
Create cartoons, caricatures and comic strips in pencil and ink. Bring an 11" x 14", or larger, drawing pad, pencil, eraser, and fine point black ink pen. Ages 8 and up.

BASIC DRAWING
Learn to draw and try out new materials. Explore techniques and methods of drawing. Bring a drawing pad (11" x 14" or larger), pencil and eraser. Ages 8 and up
Prerequisite: Ages 8 and up

DRAWING SUPER HEROES FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS
Children will be introduced to skills necessary to make the latest super heroes appear to come to life. Bring drawing pad (11" x 14"), pencil, and eraser. Ages 9-15
Prerequisite: Ages 9-15

PAINTING WITH WATERCOLORS FOR TEENS
Learn various styles of watercolor painting using different brush strokes and special effects. Combine, and even invent new colors. Some materials supplied. List of supplies to be purchased by the student will be given at the first class. Ages 12 and up
Prerequisite: Ages 12 and up

SEWING FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS
Have fun learning to sew and make a great summer outfit! Sewing machines will be provided to each student to use. A supply list will be given at first day of class. Class size is limited. Ages 8 and up
Prerequisite: Ages 8 and up

POTTERY FOR CHILDREN
A special opportunity for children to create using clay. Children are guided through the traditional clay forming techniques of pinch, slab and coil to create their own individual, hand-built objects--functional works such as bowls or mugs and sculptural forms may be explored. Pieces will be kiln fired and painted with a water-based media. Dress to get dirty. Materials are furnished. Ages 7-12
Prerequisite: Ages 7-12

Career Exploration
FUTURE LEADERS CHALLENGE CAMP—Challenge yourself to grow and develop to your very best
potential. As projects develop within the group you will enhance and become more aware of skills you
have. These skills/abilities such as understanding what you need to know to make a good decision; how
to identify and set goals; how to handle peer pressure; how to resolve conflict, will be identified and
practiced within a supportive group and will lead to improved self esteem and enhanced self
confidence. Learn the traits of effective leaders.

JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER—Does your child want to design a bedroom that reflects their unique
personality? Have them work with a professional Interior Designer to create a floor plan and specify
paint, fabric and furniture for their dream bedroom! For the first day of class, the children will need to
bring a Staedtler Mars 12" Triangular Architects Scale ($4 at Staples: type of ruler), tape measure,
graph paper, pencils, notebook and 1" or 2" Binder. A supply list will be given out at the first class.

JUNIOR ACE REPORTER—Students will learn about the newspaper industry different departments
at a paper.

CSI-MORAINE VALLEY—Experience student level CSI investigations and how they compare to what
the actual professionals do. Students will examine, compare, and take fingerprints, hair samples,
footprints and identify skull and bone samples.

CSI-MORAINE VALLEY, CONTINUED—Student must have completed the beginning class (PY4-114).
There will be more related labs to crime scene investigations such as tire thread marks, footprints,
digging up bones, and who's left at the scene of the crime.

CAREER EXPLORATION—Through exposure to a variety of careers, students will develop goals and
find direction for the skills and education needed to become leaders in the workplace. The speakers are
Army Sergeants, Army doctor, recreational therapist, veterinarian, pilot, and Illinois State Police SWAT
team. All classes are taught by a life/career coach.

NON-TRADITIONAL CAMP FOR BOYS—Be whatever you want to be! Learn more about non-traditional
career opportunities for males. Lunch included. For boys entering 6th through 8th grades.

NON-TRADITIONAL CAMP FOR GIRLS—Be whatever you want to be! Learn more about non-traditional
career opportunities for females. Lunch included. For girls entering 6th through 8th grades.

Computers
COMPUTER CAMP FOR CHILDREN
Learn the basics of Windows XP, word processing, spreadsheet, and database and Internet. Parents may register with their child; each registers separately. Ages 9 and up
Prerequisite: Ages 9 and up

INTRODUCTION TO GAME PROGRAMMING
Students will learn how to create 2D games using Game Maker. Several genres, including maze games (PacMan and Centipede are examples), shooter games (like Asteroids and Tank Battle), and platformers (like Mrio and Q-Bert) will be introduced. In addition to learning the basics, students will have lab time to design and implement games of their own design. Textbook required. Ages 13-15.

IPHONE APP PROGRAMMING—This is an introduction to  developing applications for the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad from Apple. Students will use Objective-C, the iPhone SDK, Cocoa, and several other essential frameworks to develop basic applications using software development tools with Mac OSX. Software for the course will be provided for free. If students want to load the apps they develop to an iOS device they will have to pay $99/yr to join Apple's "iOS Developer Program", but that is NOT a requirement for taking the course. Textbook required.

KEYBOARDING
Classes stress keyboard mastery, a skill for working on computers.

INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOSHOP
This course is designed to provide a hands-on overview of the PhotoShop application. Students are introduced to the Photoshop environment and interface and learn how to select, move, edit an image including re-sizing and re-touching, as well as composite multiple images. Furthermore, the student will learn the importance of layers in addition to the significance of saving the images in the appropriate file format for use on the Web or in a publication. Additional topics include taking out red eye, re-touching old photographs, correcting blemishes or other imperfections in a photograph. Ages 12-15.

INTRODUCTION TO CREATING WEBPAGES WITH HTML
This course is designed to provide a hands-on learning experience in creating web pages. The course will present the principles of web site design. Students will learn the basics of HTML including how to create and edit an HTML file. The class will present the HTML document structure and the use of elements and tags. Students will use HTML to layout, create and publish a collection of web pages. Students will design and create web pages, which include text, images, hyperlinks, and multimedia files. Additional topics include the use of cascading style sheets for formatting, as well as some scripts that bring the web site to life. Students are also introduced to FrontPage and Dreamweaver. Ages 12-15.

History/Geography
WORLD GEOGRAPHY—Explore the world while solving the riddle using information clues about each country. Students will study 25-30 countries, grouped by continent, using maps, charts, graphs, puzzles, and hands-on activities. Book required.

U.S. GEOGRAPHY—Take a learning cruise through the United States. Study the states and regions of
the country while acquiring map skills as well. Book required.

GREEK MYTHOLOGY—Learn about the great Greek Gods and Goddesses of the past. Through books,
film and projects, we will uncover the mysteries and legends of Greek Mythology.

MILITARY HISTORY
See how technology and certain military thinkers changed tactics throughout military history. These people include Sun-Zu, Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and many others. Discuss how the longbow, gunpowder, tanks, airplanes, and other inventions changed military tactics.

U.S. HISTORY 1865-PRESENT
Students will study the history of the United States from 1865 to present day. They will learn how the U.S. will become a world power after the Civil War. Topics will include industrialization, Imperialism, WWI, 1920's, WWII, The Cold War, Vietnam, and September 11. Book required.

U.S. GOVERNMENT
Come and learn about the United States Government through engaging and motivating activities. You will acquire knowledge about the U.S. Presidents, the Constitution and how the government impacts us. Book required.

Languages
FRENCH, BEGINNING
Learn French the fun way. The French language will be introduced using a different theme each lesson, including songs, poems, stories, games and simple grammar. Parent may enroll with child; each must register and pay the fee. Book required.

FRENCH, CONTINUING—A continuation of French Beginning with each class having a theme.
Parent may enroll with child; each must register and pay the fee. Book required.

CHINESE, BEGINNING
Children will learn to converse in simple Mandarin Chinese, read some Chinese characters, and gain an understanding of Chinese customs and culture. Parent may enroll with child; each must register and pay the fee.

SPANISH, BEGINNING
Learn numbers, time, courtesy phrases, and basic words. Parent may enroll with child; each must register and pay the fee. Book required.

SPANISH FOR HIGH SCHOOLERS
Learn the basics of grammar and beginning conversational skills. Book required.

PRESCHOOL SPANISH, BEGINNING
Children will experience Spanish language and culture through games, songs and other activities. No reading or writing skills required. Parent may enroll with child; each must register and pay the fee.

SPANISH FOR FUN
Learn basic vocabulary as you become acquainted with Spanish customs. Games, songs and activities make learning fun. Parent may enroll with child; each must register and pay the fee. Book required.

Math
MEMORIZE YOUR MULTIPLICATION FACTS
A high energy class using games, worksheets, songs, and poems to help memorize multiplication facts 0-9. Timed tests will be given and some homework will be assigned. Please bring a pencil and notebook to class each day.
Prerequisite: Grades 3-5

MEMORIZE YOUR MULTIPLICATION FACTS
A high energy class using games, worksheets, songs, and poems to help memorize multiplication facts 0-9. Timed tests will be given and some homework will be assigned. Please bring a pencil and notebook to class each day.

MATH REVIEW
Assists the elementary school student to improve their basic math skills. The Moraine Valley Community College math curriculum has been developed to stress the achievement of skills at each grade level as prescribed by state-mandated goals. We provide a summer opportunity that helps your child as they move to the next grade level. The child should be exiting the grade because classes are a review of skills presented at that grade level. Book required.

MATH IN ARCHITECTURE
During this course students will learn about architecture and some of the significant architectural structures that have been designed through the centuries. Students will learn about blueprints, will be drawing their own architectural structure, and will learn what materials to consider and what trades are involved for construction. Mathematics (multiplication, division, estimation, symmetry, measurement, and geometry) will be included.

GEOMETRY
Students will be introduced to the concepts of geometry, including shapes, slope, and proofs, and apply these concepts in a classroom project. No book required. Pencil, notebook, poster board, and protractor are needed for this class.

ALGEBRA REFRESHER
A comprehensive review, starting with the basics, but assuming some prior knowledge of algebra. Workbook required.

ALGEBRA
The basics for junior high students, recent graduates or those young people interested in algebra. For students who have not had algebra. Workbook required.

ADVANCED ALGEBRA
For the student who has a good algebraic foundation and is ready for more challenging work. Workbook required. For students exiting their freshman year or sophomore year of algebra.

OCEAN MATH
A variety of ocean fun activities about numbers, colors, shapes, patterns, addition, measurement, and graphing. Be ready to dive into this class with your crayons, scissors, glue and a pencil.

Reading
READING READINESS
Classes introduce skills such as matching letters and sounds, sequencing, listening, and following directions. Recognizing and writing the alphabet and beginning sounds will be emphasized. Pencils, crayons, scissors, and paste or glue are required. Book required.

READING REVIEW
Assists elementary school students to improve their basic reading skills. The Moraine Valley Community College reading curriculum has been developed to stress the achievement of skills at each grade level as prescribed by state-mandated goals. We provide a summer opportunity that helps your children as they move to the next grade level. The child should be exiting the grade because classes are a review of skills presented at that grade level. Book required. Grades K-7.

READING AND CRITICAL THINKING
The better your thinking skills, the better you can read. Learning will center on literal reading skills, the ones you use to understand the basic meaning of what you read, inferential thinking skills, which help you make a good guess that something is true, and evaluative thinking skills, which help you to form opinions and make decisions. Workbook required.

THE 39 CLUES-MAZE OF BONES—Study character traits, sequence of events, mood, causes, and
effects of The 39 Clues: Maze of Bones. Define vocabulary words through use of context clues. Improve
fluency and comprehension. Bring a spiral notebook and pencil to class. Book required.

STUDY OF WARRIORS: INTO THE WILD—Are you a fan of the series the Warriors? Then join us if you
enjoy exciting, action-packed, fantasy adventures in reading. We will be reading and discussing in literature
circles, the novel, Warriors: Into the Wild. Book required.

Science
CREEPY CRAWLIES
Students explore bugs through investigations, literature, art, and creative drama. Grades K-2.

CHEMISTRY FOR CURIOUS KIDS
Learn the basic concepts, equipment and experiments used in chemistry. Grades 5 and up. Children must be entering grade 5 and up. No class July 3.

CHEMISTRY FOR CURIOUS KIDS-CONTINUED
Learn more advanced concepts, equipment and experiments used in chemistry.

EARTH SCIENCE—We will cover types of minerals, mineral testing, and the uses of minerals in society,
types of rocks, the rock cycle, earthquakes, plate tectonics, earthquake waves, volcanoes, oceans,
glaciers, weather hurricanes and tornadoes. All Earth Science topics needed for school.

BEGINNING ASTRONOMY—Learn about the planets, moons, stars, star systems, constellations, nebulas,
galaxies, and how to easily locate them on any dark night any time of year.

ASTRONOMY—See the stars as you've never seen them! Learn to recognize constellations. Find out
about the solar system, characteristics of the planets, the sun, and the moon. Students should bring
pencils, scissors, glue, and crayons.

Skill Development
PRINTING
Emphasizes recognition and formation of the alphabet and the numbers using worksheets for practice. Textbook required.

CURSIVE HANDWRITING
Children will practice handwriting skills while composing thank you notes and letters to friends and creating stories. Textbook required.

STUDY SKILLS
Covers outlining, taking notes, organizing assignments, keeping notebooks in order, using dictionaries and other reference materials, and planning long-range assignments. Book required.

I WANT A BOOST IN GRAMMAR AND SPELLING
Students must master grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and related subjects. This class will look at the problems and teach tips that make these subjects easier.
† Class will be held at the Southwest Education Center, 17900 S. 94th Ave., Tinley Park.

Special Interest
LET'S GO GREEN
Encourage students to take care of the environment by adapting the way they live
and do things. Topics: reduce trash, reusing items recycling garbage.
† Class will be held at the Southwest Education Center, 17900 S. 94th Ave., Tinley Park.

RETURN OF THE DINOSAURS
This class should satisfy the dinosaur interest! Learn more about dinosaurs and make some fun projects. Bring scissors, markers, crayons, and glue. Ages 5-7.

COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD
By creating projects made in other countries we will learn more about the world around us. Ages 6-9.

HISTORY OF ROCK N ROLL
History of Rock n Roll will be an interactive and fun way for students to
experience music and the influence of music on pop culture during the 1950's - present. Students will listen
to and discuss many of the great musicians of the 20th century.

NATURE AND THE EARTH
We will use materials found in nature to create our decorative projects while
learning about the earth and its resources. Come join the fun!

MORAINE VALLEY’S HAUNTED HOUSEFULL
Learn how scientists and ghost hunters use scientific
equipment and techniques to examine cases of “real haunting.” Examine the “best” cases of hauntings
which have baffled scientists. Learn what occurred in history to create these hauntings. Write your own
ghost story! If you love mysteries and ghosts, take this class...if you dare.

MAGIC
Learn some of the secrets of magic card tricks, rope tricks and tricks with a silk handkerchief.
Have an opportunity to perform before the class. All participants will be required to sign a pledge not to
reveal secrets they have learned in class.

Writing
CREATIVE WRITING
Writing is a creative adventure. Students will expand their writing skills by creating stories and poems. Bring a notebook, pens and pencils.
† Section 590 meets at the Southwest Education Center, 17900 S. 94th Ave., Tinley Park.