ONLINE Fall 2025 Foundational Handwork Ages 5-7

Fall 2025 • Online Handwork Class • 14 Weeks • Ages 5-7

**Please choose your payment preference: $280 up front OR $40 deposit, $80 billed monthly September-November. 

Come join us for a gentle introduction to the world of handwork! In this 14-week class, young makers will build essential fine motor skills through foundational handwork practices and beginner-friendly creative projects, all in a nurturing, age-appropriate way.

Rooted in Charlotte Mason and inspired by Waldorf methods, this class is designed to honor the natural creativity and growing abilities of young children. Through storytelling, seasonal projects, and simple rhythms, your child will strengthen their hands, build focus, and develop a deep appreciation for working with natural materials.

At this age, children are developing the self-regulation needed for more sustained tasks, and this class provides the perfect opportunity to gently stretch those skills. The work we do here not only supports future handwriting and math readiness but also provides calming, structured engagement that’s especially beneficial for sensory-seeking children.

In this 14 week class, we will start from the beginning:

• Rolling yarn into balls to strengthen fine motor control

• Making slip knots (the first step to knitting!)

• Learning to finger knit and four-finger knit

• Creating handmade cardboard looms and simple weaving projects
  

• Form Drawing and Beeswax Modeling

These skills are the vital first steps before picking up knitting needles. By the end of the class, children will have strong foundational skills that prepare them beautifully for knitting with needles in the spring. 

Each week includes:

• Circle time with Ms. Katy and other friends

• Step-by-step guidance through our project

• Handwork practices that grow patience and dexterity

• Seasonal crafts and stories

• Celebrating and sharing our work

Skills We’ll Cover:

• Fine motor development through yarn work and weaving

• Finger knitting and four-finger knitting techniques

• Weaving on a loom

• Developing rhythm, confidence, and a love for working with our hands

• Form Drawing to develop children's spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination

Supplies:
All supplies are provided. Please make sure to include your correct shipping address when purchasing - this is where we will send your supply kit. 

Perfect for:
Families who want to build a strong handwork foundation, gently introduce beginner skills, and nurture creativity in a supportive group setting.

Schedule:

Time: Thursdays 10:00am - 11:00am CST

Dates: 14 weeks - begins September 11, 2025 and ends on December 18th (No class on 11/27)

Cost: $280 up front OR $40 deposit, $80 billed monthly September, October + November (Please email me if you need an invoice for PEP)

Ages : 5-7 (with exceptions, please email if you would like to enroll a younger or older child - age isn't always the best measure!) 

** Please note that refunds can be given up until one week before the start date and then there is a partial refund policy. Please plan with intention!

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