FBISD Extended Learning Department

Students become architects and builders as they explore columns, arches, towers, bridges, and landmarks from different places and time periods. Using 3D printing pens, students create flat structural pieces and connect them to form freestanding models. Along the way, they strengthen fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, creativity, and an understanding of how shapes work together to make structures stable. Week Lesson Title Lesson Description & Objectives 1 3Doodler Building Challenge Students practice tracing lines, filling shapes, and connecting flat pieces with a 3D printing pen and learn how strong edges, reinforced corners, and wide bases help structures stand. 2 Ancient Columns Students trace and assemble columns and learn how columns support buildings and how Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian styles use different details. 3 Roman Archways Students create arches from curved stencils and rectangular supports and learn how arches are used in doorways, bridges, and aqueducts. 4 Aqueduct Bridge Students connect repeated arch pieces to build a short aqueduct or bridge and learn how repetition and evenly spaced supports strengthen a structure. 5 Pyramid Builders Students trace triangular panels and connect them to create a pyramid and learn how triangular faces and a wide base help make stable structures. 6 Castle Construction Students assemble a castle facade or small tower using rectangles, battlements, and arch pieces and learn how walls, towers, gates, and repeated shapes define castle architecture. 7 Pagoda Tower Students stack simple square frames and roof pieces to create a tiered pagoda-inspired tower and learn how repeated levels create height, balance, and rhythm. 8 Geometric Dome Students connect a small set of triangles to create a partial dome and learn how repeated geometric pieces can form a larger three-dimensional shape. 9 World Landmark Mash-up Students combine familiar stencils to design an original landmark featuring at least two architectural elements and learn how architects adapt and combine ideas to make new structures. 10 Design Your Own Landmark Students design and build an original freestanding landmark and learn how architects use purpose, shape, balance, and decorative details to develop a complete structure.

Our basketball class is designed for students interested in learning the fundamental skills and rules of basketball. Instruction will focus on the proper mechanics of dribbling, passing, shooting, and rebounding. The class combines skill development drills with game-like situations to improve physical fitness, foster teamwork, and enhance overall game understanding in a fun and educational environment. Students of all experience levels are welcome to participate! Each student will receive a T-shirt. Week Skill Focus Activities & Games 1 Introduction to basketball, safety, athletic stance, ball familiarity Ball handling exploration, dribble freeze, basketball relays 2 Basic dribbling with dominant hand Red light/green light dribbling, cone dribbles, shark attack dribble game 3 Control the ball Crossover dribbles, changing speed and direction 4 Passing partners Chest pass, bounce pass, teamwork 5 Shoot for success Proper shooting form and layup introduction 6 Defense win games Defensive stance, movement, guarding space 7 Rebound and hustle Rebounding, boxing out, effort plays 8 Team play time Offensive spacing, moving without the ball 9 Game ready Review all skills, basketball rules, scrimmage preparation 10 Basketball showcase Full game play, tournament, skills celebration

The Dance 4 Fun Program explores the art of movement, expressions, and performance! We offer a variety of dance styles and throughout our program, students build the confidence to put on a dance showcase and show off their moves! Whether you are a beginner or have experience in dance, our program is the perfect place for students to come and have FUN! Each student will receive a T-shirt. Week Theme Dance Focus 1 Dance Party Kick Off Dance basics, rhythm, personal space 2 Disney Magic Part I Basic pop dance moves 3 Disney Magic Part II Dance foundations and grooves 4 Pop Star Party Part I Cultural dance exploration 5 Pop Star Party Part II Dance storytelling and expression 6 Creative Movement Magic Stage presence and confidence 7 Glow Party Groove Part I Performance energy and stage presence 8 Glow Party Groove Part II Combining dance skills and formations 9 Showcase Stars Routine building and polishing 10 Dance Celebration Showcase Final performance and awards

Young investigators step into the role of crime scene scientists to solve an exciting mystery. Through hands-on activities like fingerprinting, chromatography, evidence analysis, and observation challenges to, students build logical reasoning while applying the scientific method. Each lesson adds new clues that lead to a collaborative “whodunit” finale, where teams use their skills to crack the case with confidence Week Lesson Title Lesson Description & Objectives 1 Observation Power Students investigate a staged crime scene and learn how detectives use observation and memory skills to gather evidence. 2 Fingerprint Science Students create fingerprint cards and learn how forensic scientists classify fingerprint patterns. 3 Lifting Prints Students dust and lift fingerprints from simulated evidence and learn how investigators recover hidden prints. 4 Hair & Fiber Analysis Students compare mystery fibers to fabric samples and learn how trace evidence connects suspects to a crime scene. 5 Footprints & Impressions Students create shoe impressions and learn how investigators use footprints to estimate height and identify suspects. 6 Mystery Powders Students test mystery powders and learn how forensic chemists identify unknown substances safely. 7 Chromatography & Ink Analysis Students separate ink pigments and learn how chromatography helps investigators identify writing tools. 8 Handwriting & Document Analysis Students reveal hidden messages using invisible ink and compare handwriting samples to learn how forensic scientists analyze chemical and written evidence. 9 Witness Interviews & Memory Students analyze witness statements and learn how eyewitness memory can be unreliable. 10 Building the Timeline Students organize evidence into a timeline and learn how detectives reconstruct events chronologically.

Learning to play percussion instruments is a fun and rewarding way for students to express themselves, build confidence, and develop a lifelong appreciation for music. In this engaging class, students will learn fundamental percussion techniques, rhythm patterns, and basic music skills through hands-on instruction and practice. Whether they are exploring percussion for the first time or building on existing skills, students will enjoy creating music while developing coordination, timing, and musicality. All equipment will be provided during class. Week Lesson 1 Find the Beat Focus: Introduction to the pulse of music. Instruments: Hand drums and marching. Activity: Playing a steady beat along with their own heartbeats. 2 Shake and Rattle Focus: Discovering untuned, high-pitched percussion. Instruments: Egg shakers and maracas. Activity: Sound matching games and dynamic control (loud vs. soft shaking). 3 Scrape and Tap Focus: Exploring unique textures and playing methods. Instruments: Guiros, triangles, and castanets. Activity: Creating "sound stories". 4 High vs. Low Focus: Understanding pitch differences in percussion. Instruments: Large bass drums vs. tiny finger cymbals. Activity: "Giants and Fairies" movement game based on audio cues. 5 Introduction to Melody Focus: Transitioning from rhythm to pitched notes. Instruments: Xylophones and Glockenspiels. Activity: Learning a simple two-note pattern (like "Starlight, Star Bright"). 6 The Human Drum Kit Focus: Body percussion and internalizing rhythm. Instruments: Clapping, stomping, snapping, and chest patting. Activity: Call-and-response rhythm copying games. 7-8 Colorful Harmony Focus: Pitch tracking and team coordination. Activity: Group performance where each child controls one color/note. 9 Rehearsal and Conducting Focus: Ensemble playing and following a leader. Instruments: Full instrument pet; mix of all previous tools. Activity: Learning visual hand signs for "Start," "Stop," "Loud," and "Soft." 10 The Grand Finale Jam Focus: Performance and celebration. Instruments: Student choice. Activity: A mini-concert showcase or recording session for parents.

Discover the fun and creativity of sewing in this hands-on class designed for beginners! Students will learn essential sewing skills, including threading needles, tying knots, creating basic stitches, and following simple patterns. As their confidence grows, they will apply these techniques to create a variety of projects to take home and enjoy. Week Lesson 1 Safety talk and rules (needles, pins, scissors, workspace, etc.) Learning the dos and don’ts on the sewing machine. Each child will be given their own sketch book. 2 Learn how to thread a needle and tie a knot. (Practice with yarn and plastic needles). Work on a sketch. Learn how to sew on a machine. 3 Hand sewing. Work on a sketch and learning the variations of fabric along with cutting out patterns. 4 Stitch sewing on the sewing machine. Sew along pre-drawn lines, curves, and corners. 5-9 Prior week’s 1-4 will roll into weeks 5-9 along with sewing and designing. 10 Sewing design presentation.