Inspiring Life-long Learning for Over 25 Years
The fifth grade began their first ancient cultures block this week! Their first exploration is focused on ancient India and the majestic stories that make up an incredible culture. We started the week with an introduction to India and with…
Second and Third Grade students dug into their Human and Animal Shelters block this week. We imagined what the first dwelling made by humans could have looked like. Come see some of the beautifully created shelters on display in the…
Second and Third Grades studied Genesis and the stories of creation through painting and writing. Then they explored many of the colors in creation, while wondering..."what did the first dwelling in creation look like?" And finally—the riddle solved! The first…
On Friday, September 8th, the students and teachers of Da Vinci’s grade school enjoyed Beach and Nature Exploration Day! They ventured to Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park in Zion for a day filled with exploration and fun. We are extremely…
2nd and 3rd grades, working together to solve math riddles and problems
Last week we explored the founding of Rome and how history grows from myth. This week we have followed the development of Rome from a kingdom, to a republic, and finally to an empire.
Students practiced straight and curved lines using foot drawing. Incorporating movement of the limbs with form drawing strengthens student awareness of space and direction.
First grade continued its experience of straight lines during the form drawing block.
Last week’s painting lesson explored the combinations of yellow with green and blue. We imagined the sun in the sky and green fields. In the end we all agreed that yellow is better with blue than with green.
