Chris Caton-Greasley
Feb 10, 20231 min
Updated: Mar 3, 2023
5 Gems Each Month Blended Challenge
February: Valentines Day
March: Spring
April: Earth Day
May: Garden Life
June: Summer
July: Children's Art
August: Holiday
September: Back to School
October: Autumn
November: Keeping Warm
December: Christmas
January: Winter
This challenge involves three parts.
The 'online section' is a quiz (or quest) available in our online course section. It is free to join and a fun way to improve online skills. Gem cards are awarded at the end of the month to everyone who has completed the quest that month.
The 'written work' section can include theory, craft, drawing or any pen and pencil based activity. Bring the item to your lesson for a Gem Card to exchange for a gem.
The 'in person' section involves a 30 second work in progress video to be sent to reception. Include to three challenge items in your video to receive your gems. 1 gem awarded per item included.
Extra gems are available via the online programs. See if you can collect them all.
The Months Dragon Tale
Download the book from online challenge.
Listen to the podcast on Spotify
The Learning Objectives for the February challenge are
Learn 15 musical words,
Use the word legato in context and in a fun way.
Use the word tempo.
See ‘dragons’ whistling and singing.
Use the imagination.
Develop small muscle control.
Complete tasks with short term extrinsic rewards.
Develop a relaxed nature with the use of video.
Be aware of the requirement to check your work.
Drawing the Treble Clef.
Well done to everyone who took part, the award cards are now available in reception.