In-person French Summer Camp | For ages 4-10
June 7-August 13 (12 wks)
For Kinder/1st/2nd/3rd/4th| 8-9:45 am, 10-11:45 am, 1-2:45 pm, 3-4:45 pm | 14 kids max
Tuesday & Thursday
* Immersion classes
* Reading, Dancing, Arts & Crafts, and games
* La Vina Community, Altadena, CA
PRICE: $150 (1 week)
Online French il était une fois Storytelling class | 60 min. per week
For Kinder/1st/2nd| 2-2:30 pm, 2:45-3:15 pm, 3:30-4:15 pm | 6 seats
For 2nd/3rd/4th| 3-3:30 pm, 3:45-4:15 pm, 4:30-5 pm | 6 seats
Tuesday & Thursday
8 sessions
Each session will focus on one popular children's book. First, students will learn the necessary vocabulary to understand the story before hearing it read to them. Then, instructors will bring the story to life with engaging props and visuals. Finally, students will complete various activities related to the book, such as crafts and games, while remaining in the target language.
PRICE: $120
In-person French Summer Camp | For ages 4-10
June 7-August 13 (12 wks)
For Kinder/1st/2nd/3rd/4th| 8-9:45 am, 10-11:45 am, 1-2:45 pm, 3-4:45 pm | 14 kids max
Tuesday & Thursday
* Immersion classes
* Reading, Dancing, Arts & Crafts, and games
* La Vina Community, Altadena, CA
PRICE: $150 (1 week)
Class schedules & discription
*15% discount per additional sibling for all classes
French Immersion After-School Program
Beginning August 14, 2023
After school-5:30pm | M-F
Grades K-6th
Pick up is 5:30pm sharp!
Students who attend our after-school program will get personalized instruction and support in the French language in all necessary content areas - reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students will be able to interpret meaning and express themselves in French in a variety of contexts, with instruction designed to support their individual needs.
*100% only French instruction by a qualified native teacher.
*Monday through Friday 30 min. physical activity class.
*Fee includes pick up from Altadena Arts Magnet and one healthy snack per student.
*Additional fee for those who require textbooks & class related materials.
*Homework support & Enrichment classes (STEM, Crafts, Theater, Singing, and life skills classes)
*15% discount per additional sibling, 5% Lump Sum payment.
*Only open on school days.
*30 Students max on each day. No drop-ins please. We will try to accommodate your child if we
have space available, you must call a day ahead.
Petite Library after-school program will be closed during school observed holidays, shortened days, and other types of breaks
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5 days M-F
Monthly: $698 ($10/hr)
3 days M/W/F
Monthly: $545 ($12/hr)
2 days T/TH
Monthly: $378 ($13/hr)
year 2023/2024
French/Spanish/Korean Kids/Teens Immersion Classes
4:30-6:00 pm | K-6th
6:30-8:00 pm | 6th-12th
Mondays French
Tuesdays: Korean
Wednesdays: Spanish (open)
Thursdays: French
French/English Immersion Theatre Class
4:30-6:00 pm | K-6th
6:30-8:00 pm | 7th-12th
Mondays English
Tuesdays: French (open)
Wednesdays: English
Thursdays: French
French/English Immersion Singing Class
4:30-6:00 pm | K-6th
6:30-8:00 pm | 7th-12th
Mondays English
Tuesdays: French
Wednesdays: English
Thursdays: French
This 90-minute class is divided into three parts.
In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of Theater, Singing, and Performance through movement-based exercises, vocal exercises, improvisation games, and breathing techniques. Students will be encouraged to work together and to unlock their creativity in a group setting using tools from acting and team-building techniques.
SCHEDULE
- Warm-Up Exercises (5 min)
- Voice Exercises/Singing (10 min)
- Theater Games (15 min))
- Improvisation Exercises (15 min)
- World History of Theater (10 min)
- Work on Scripted Play (20 min)
- Relaxation Exercises ( 5 min)
- Journaling (10 min)
SCHEDULE
-Breathing Exercises (10 min)
-Facial Jaw Stretching & Tongue Exercise: (10 min)
-Vocal Cord Warm-up (10min)
-Singing Class with a Song (30min)
-Poetry/Lyric Song Composition (15 min)
-A Cappella Melody Vocalizations ( 10 min)
-Breath Relaxation (5min)
Eight 90min. sessions, $280
Morning Programs for Preschoolers or Homeschoolers
French/Spanish/Korean Immersion (Fall/Spring)
Group A: 8-9:45 am/ Group B: 10-11:45 am | Ages 3-6
Mondays through Friday: French
Thursdays & Thursdays: Spanish
Tuesdays & Thursdays: Korean
Each session will focus on popular children's books. First, students will learn the necessary vocabulary to understand the story before hearing it read to them. Then, instructors will bring the story to life with engaging props and visuals. Finally, students will complete various activities related to the book, such as crafts and games, all in the target language. There will be a healthy snack provided.
*All activities are conducted in Target Languages
*All class materials included: handouts, arts and craft
5 days M-F
Monthly: $575
3 days M/W/F
Monthly: $420
2 days T/TH
Monthly: $320
Mathtopia (Math classes for success)
Fall/Spring Sessions
Mondays 4:30-6:00 pm
K-6th grade
Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 pm
4th-6th grade
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 pm
7th-9th grade
Thursdays 6:30-8:00 pm
10th-12th grader
In this class, students will build confidence and develop their math skills through engaging activities and personalized instruction.
English-Lit. (A grammar & writing class)
Fall/Spring Sessions
Mondays 4:30-6:00 pm
K-6th grade
Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 pm
4th-6th grade
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 pm
7th-9th grade
Thursdays 6:30-8:00 pm
10th-12th grader
This class provides individualized instruction in English reading and writing, helping students to improve their literacy skills and articulate ideas about texts.
Eight 1.5 hour sessions, $280
"Le Weekend" Kids French Language & Cultural Class
9 am-11:45am | Saturdays
Activities include:
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Interactive games
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Learning exciting French songs
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Reading engaging stories to build vocabulary
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Watching fun family friendly films/show in French
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Creating inspiring crafts
*A healthy snack will be provided.
$45 per session/person. Must have min. 4 children to open the class.
Reading Room Open Sundays
Free Voluntary Reading (FVR)
Private Open library
9 am-11:45 am, 1 pm-3:00 pm | Sundays
FVR is Sustained Silent Reading in its purest form because there are:
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No requirements.
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No book reports.
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No journal entries.
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No chapter questions.
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No required home reading.
Benefits are
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reading comprehension is improved;
- students writing style improves;
- vocabulary improves; and
- spelling and control of grammar improve
$100 Monthly subscription
Adult Language Classes
8:30-9:45 am
7:00-8:15 pm
Mondays: *French (*Summer 5-6:15pm)
Tuesdays: Korean
Wednesdays: Spanish
Thursdays: French
{Class materials are available for purchase at the center, or you may purchase on your own. Ask for details.}
Planning a trip to France? Or South Korea? Or Mexico? You won't want to miss this crash course covering key aspects of the language and culture to know before boarding your plane. We will discuss various essential topics for you to understand including history, manners, customs, religion, politics, culture, food, language, and much more, all in French.
These classes are for adults who want to understand cultures, customs, and languages before they take a trip to France or South Korea or Mexico to make their trip meaningful and memorable.
8 sessions for $280
Online Group Classes
These are fun & effective classes for kids in the target language. Short and sweet to keep them engaged.
Online French Classes for 5 years & up
M/W or T/Th (30 min lessons)
Sat (30 min lessons)
3-3:30 pm
3:40-4:10 pm
4:20-4:50 pm
9-9:30 am
9:40-10:10 am
10:20-10:50 am
11-11:30 am
11:40-12:10 am
Online Korean Classes for 5-9 yrs
M/W or T/Th (30 minute lessons)
4-4:30 pm
4:40-5:10 pm
Online Korean Classes for 10 yrs & up
Thursday (60 minute lessons)
3-4 pm
4:10-5:10 pm
Eight 30 min. sessions for $120
Eight 60 min. sessions for $240
Petite Library
Language & Culture Immersion
2235 Lake Ave Ste 204
Altadena, CA 91001
text (213) 393-9632
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