BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Joyful Learning - ECPv6.0.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Joyful Learning X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Joyful Learning REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220414T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220414T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20220121T063835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T234039Z UID:10000782-1649928600-1649931300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:I Hear You\, Forest | Author Visit with Kallie George DESCRIPTION:The forest has lots to say… if you listen. \n\n\n\nIn this vibrant visit\, Kallie will share with students how she was inspired to become an author. She will present her work—books she created in childhood to the published series that she writes today. Students will get a glimpse at her notebooks\, crafts she’s created for her stories\, and inspiration she draws upon. This presentation is designed to empower and inspire students of all grades to read and write their own stories. Kallie will also read aloud her latest picture book\, I Hear You\, Forest. \n\n\n\nAbout the PresenterKallie George is an author and instructor of creative writing workshops with her master’s degree in children’s literature from the University of British Columbia. She has worked in the published industry for many years and currently is the Editorial Director\, Greystone Kids Picture Books. \n\n\n\nKallie has written many award-winning books for young readers\, including the chapter book series The Heartwood Hotel and the Magical Animal Adoption Agency. Her picture books include The Secret Fawn and I Hear You\, Forest. She has also written a series of early chapter books and picture books inspired by Anne of Green Gables.  Kallie has always loved writing from the time she was a child\, and she now loves to bring that same joy to the students she meets. She lives in Gibsons\, BC\, with her husband and son. To learn more about Kallie George\, click here. \n\n\n\nNote: All ticket options will provide you with access to the exact same experience and resources. You are invited to choose a rate that is possible for you. Learn more about your new equitable pricing model here. \n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENThursday\, April 19th 9:30am PT / 12:30pm ETLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade K-4Everyone WelcomeCOST$5 – $15Equitable Pricing Model URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/vav-george/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,We Are All Connected ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Event-Featured-Images-2022-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220413T114500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20220204T001932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T234416Z UID:10000789-1649847600-1649850300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Once Upon a Tree | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre DESCRIPTION:What is a tree and how does it work?\n\n\n\nIn this program your students will learn how trees make their own food and how they are part of the soil\, air\, and water cycles of the temperate rainforest. They will also discover how a diversity of trees and other plants creates habitat for local wildlife. \n\n\n\nAbout Lynn Canyon Ecology CentreThe Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre is more than just a nature museum and information centre. They provide educational opportunities for schools\, private organizations and the general public. They aim to educate our broader community so that they can discover the natural areas around them\, connect with like-minded individuals\, and explore opportunities to help our environment. To learn more about Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre\, click here. \n\n\n\nNote: All ticket options will provide you with access to the exact same experience and resources. You are invited to choose a rate that is possible for you. Learn more about your new equitable pricing model here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, April 13th 11am PT / 2pm ETLENGTH60 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade K-5Everyone WelcomeCOST$5-15 Equitable Pricing Model \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources \n\n\n\n \n \n VIRTUAL EVENT: Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/lynncanyon/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,We Are All Connected ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Event-Featured-Images-2022-29.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20220121T011345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T223121Z UID:10000780-1649755800-1649758500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:What is Neurodiversity? | Author Visit with Sally J. Pla DESCRIPTION:Have your students heard the term neurodiversity?\n\n\n\nFor this event\, Author\, Sally J. Pla will be joining us to read her book\, Benji\, the Bad Day\, and Me. In this tender story about siblings\, author Sally J. Pla shares her experience of raising sons with different personality traits and needs. Benji\, the Bad Day\, and Me embraces the philosophy that we are all part of a wide spectrum of neurodiversity. And on those really bad\, rotten days\, you can always count on family to be there for you. \n\n\n\nSally will also spend some time introducing us to the concept of neurodiversity and talking about her mission to help populate children’s literature with characters whose brains operate differently and characters who may have various mental health challenges. . \n\n\n\nAbout The PresenterIn addition to being an advocate for neurodiversity and autism acceptance\, Sally J. Pla is the award-winning author of the novels\, The Someday Birds and Stanley Will Probably Be Fine\, and the picture book Benji\, The Bad Day\, And Me. She’s also co-founder and editor of A Novel Mind\, a web resource on mental health and neurodiversity in children’s lit. Find lots more about her on linktree\, at sallyjpla.com\, and on Twitter @sallyjpla.  \n\n\n\nNote: Limited Access tickets do not provide access to the Zoom Meeting. All other ticket options will provide you with access to the exact same experience and resources. You are invited to choose a rate that is possible for you. Learn more about your new equitable pricing model here. \n\n\n\n\nLearn More About Sally J. Pla\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENTuesday\, April 12th 9:30am PT / 12:30pm ETLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade K-5Everyone WelcomeCOST$0 – $15Equitable Pricing Model \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources\n\n\n\n \n \n AUTHOR VISIT: Sally J Pla – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/sallyjpla/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Beyond the Stereotypes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Event-Featured-Images-2022-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T114500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20220203T211408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T234733Z UID:10000787-1649242800-1649245500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Exploring our Forests - with NatureKids BC DESCRIPTION:Get outside & explore!\n\n\n\nThis virtual event will motivate you and your learners to get out and explore the the wonders of nature\, right outside your door! \n\n\n\nAbout NatureKids BCThrough a province-wide network of intergenerational nature clubs\, citizen science initiatives and NatureWILD magazine\, NatureKids BC connects children ages 5-12 with the outdoors to foster a love of the natural world and the skills to take action for nature. \n\n\n\nNote: All ticket options will provide you with access to the exact same experience and resources. You are invited to choose a rate that is possible for you. Learn more about your new equitable pricing model here. \n\n\n\n\nLearn More About NatureKids bc\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, April 6th 11am PT / 2pm ETLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade K-5Everyone WelcomeCOST$5-$15 Equitable Pricing Model \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources \n\n\n\n \n \n VIRTUAL EVENT: NatureKids BC – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/naturekids/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,We Are All Connected ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Event-Featured-Images-2022-28.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220405T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220405T134500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20220121T003553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T234838Z UID:10000779-1649163600-1649166300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Just Right For You | Reframing Autism DESCRIPTION:Your brain is just right for you!\n\n\n\nDr. Melanie Heyworth will be joining us to read her book\, Just Right for You\, before speaking about how important it is to celebrate our differences and to accept ourselves and everyone around us\, just as they are. She will use her own experience as an Autistic mother of Autistic children to show how wonderful life can be when we see our brains as “just right for you”. \n\n\n\nAbout The PresenterDr. Melanie Heyworth is an Autistic mother of three fabulous Autistic children. She lives in Australia with her husband and children and spends her time working at her charity\, Reframing Autism\, studying and doing research\, and playing with her children who are passionate about everything from teddy bears to board games to meeting the local population of koalas\, dingos\, kangaroos\, whales and dolphins. \n\n\n\nNote: All ticket options will provide you with access to the exact same experience and resources. You are invited to choose a rate that is possible for you. Learn more about your new equitable pricing model here. \n\n\n\n\nLearn More About Reframing autism\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENTuesday\, April 5th 1pm PT / 4pm ETLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade K-5Everyone WelcomeCOST$0 – $15Equitable Pricing Model \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources\n\n\n\n \n \n AUTHOR VISIT: Melanie Heyworth – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/justright/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Beyond the Stereotypes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/6.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220308T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220308T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20220122T020713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T234924Z UID:10000786-1646731800-1646734500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Pow Wow Dance Class DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Pow Wow Dance class with Shyama-Priya! \n\n\n\nWe will begin the class with a light yoga warm up. During this class you will learn about each dance style by seeing some pieces of the regalia and participating in each dance style. The styles that we will be exploring will be jingle\, grass and fancy. The steps will be broken down by low impact movements and we will gradually move into higher impact steps. Together we will discover our own unique flow through the different pow wow styles! \n\n\n\nNote: All ticket options will provide you with access to the exact same experience and resources. You are invited to choose a rate that is possible for you. Learn more about your new equitable pricing model here. \n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENTuesday\, March 8th9:30am PST / 12:30pm ESTLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 2-5Everyone WelcomeCOST$5-$15 per class or familyEquitable Pricing \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources \n\n\n\n \n \n POW WOW DANCE: #2 Shyama-Priya – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/powwpw2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Truth & Reconciliation,Let's Move! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Event-Featured-Images-2022-17.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220302T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220302T114500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211125T202945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T235003Z UID:10000771-1646218800-1646221500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Coast Salish Art - Raven DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided art lesson with Coast Salish artist\, Andrea Fritz! \n\n\n\nThis class will include a traditional story\, drawing practice of the basic Coast Salish shapes\, and a guided drawing of an animal from the story! \n\n\n\nThis month’s story is called No Reward for Greed and shares the traditional story of Raven Steals the Light. This month’s animal is the raven! \n\n\n\nIf you missed one of our past Coast Salish Art Classes you can still register for the recording here: Crow\, Sockeye Salmon\, Narwhal\, Deer. \n\n\n\nAbout the ArtistAndrea Fritz is a Coast Salish artist and author from the Lyackson First Nation of the Hul’qumi’num speaking Peoples on the West Coast of Canada. Andrea strives to express her People’s history and all our futures using her art. She focuses on animals and scenes of the West Coast of Canada and our intricate relationships with them.  \n\n\n\n\nLearn about Andrea\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent faq\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, March 2nd 11am PST / 2pm ESTLENGTH45-55 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 2-4Everyone WelcomeCOST$5-$15 per class or familyEquitable Pricing \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources\n\n\n\n \n \n COAST SALISH ART: #5 Raven – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/csa-raven/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Truth & Reconciliation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Event-Featured-Images-2022-6.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220223T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220223T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211125T211334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T181320Z UID:10000774-1645608600-1645611300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Pink Shirt Day Special Event DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pink Shirt Day with a hilarious live virtual experience from ventriloquist Joe Gandelman and Friends!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: Joe Gandelman is recognized as one of the top performers in his field. His school assemblies have been highly acclaimed for his Learning Through Laughter technique which uses a big cast of characters generating laughs to communicate and help students retain serious information on themes such as anti-bullying\, respect\, inclusion\, diversity\, and other tough topics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nResource Package: Our Pink Shirt Day Resource Package is filled with lesson ideas and activities for students to complete before\, during\, and after the event or as stand-alone lessons. \n\n\n\nAbout Event Tickets: Tickets for this event are free and by donation. As a non-profit organization\, we strive to make our resources affordable and accessible to everyone. Your generous donation will allow us to continue offering affordable programs and resources that are making a difference in the lives of children around the world! You are invited to select a rate that is possible for you. Partial proceeds from this event will be donated to CKNW Children’s Fund – Pink Shirt Day campaign. \n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, February 23 9:30am PT / 12:30pm ETLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade K-5Everyone WelcomeCOSTFree Donations Welcome URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/pinkshirtday-2022/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Beyond the Stereotypes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Event-Featured-Images-2022-20.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220215T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220215T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211214T184828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T181902Z UID:10000777-1644917400-1644920100@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Harnessing Sight DESCRIPTION:Come learn about service dog etiquette\, disabilities\, and inclusion with Isabella and O’hara! \n\n\n\n Isabella is a college student and author who happens to be legally blind. Legal blindness means anyone who has a visual acuity of 20/200\, or worse\, even with corrections. Isabella specializes in helping people learn about service dogs\, disabilities\, and how to create a more inclusive world. \n\n\n\nIsabella & her guide dog O’hara have over half a million followers on TikTok where they share videos of their experiences navigating life together. Isabella’s goal is to spread diversity and inclusion by discussing the roles of service dogs\, service dog etiquette\, and disabilities. \n\n\n\nThis event will focus on service dog etiquette and how service dogs play a role in the lives of their disabled handlers. We will also have a Q&A time at the end of the event. \n\n\n\nAbout Tickets: Tickets for this event are by donation with four levels to choose from. You are invited to select a rate that is possible for you. As a non-profit organization\, we strive to make our resources affordable and accessible to everyone. Your generous donation will allow us to continue offering affordable programs and resources that are making a difference in the lives of children around the world! Learn more about our Equitable Pricing Model here. \n\n\n\n\nAbout Isabella\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent faq\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources\n\n\n\n \n \n AUTHOR VISIT: Isabella & O’Hara – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart\n \n\n\n\n\nWHENTuesday\, February 15th 9:30am PST / 12:30pm ESTLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 1-5Everyone WelcomeCOSTBy DonationEquitable Pricing Model URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/harnessing-sight/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Beyond the Stereotypes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Event-Social-Squares-1200-x-628-px-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220208T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220208T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20220122T011251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T181802Z UID:10000785-1644312600-1644315300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:To Be Like Me - Chromosomal Differences DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn all about chromosomal differences!\n\n\n\nOur friends from To Be Like Me are coming back and this time they will be bringing some friends with chromosomal differences! This event will start with a presentation about chromosomal differences and then introduce learners to real people living with these disabilities. We will end our time together with a Q&A. \n\n\n\nAbout To Be Like MeTo Be Like Me is a non-profit disability awareness program\, providing in-person and online interactions led by people living with disabilities. Through meaningful interactions with their Leaders\, To Be Like Me creates a learning opportunity that fosters empathy and compassion and equips our communities to be more inclusive. \n\n\n\nAbout Tickets: Tickets for this event are by donation with four levels to choose from. You are invited to select a rate that is possible for you. As a non-profit organization\, we strive to make our resources affordable and accessible to everyone. Your generous donation will allow us to continue offering affordable programs and resources that are making a difference in the lives of children around the world! Learn more about our Equitable Pricing Model here. \n\n\n\n\nAbout To be like me\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent faq\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENTuesday\, February 8th 9:30am PST / 12:30pm ESTLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 2-5Everyone WelcomeCOSTBy DonationEquitable Pricing Model \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources\n\n\n\n \n \n VIRTUAL EVENT: To Be Like Me – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/likeme2022/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Beyond the Stereotypes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Event-Featured-Images-2022-14.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220202T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220202T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211125T212041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T182058Z UID:10000775-1643794200-1643796900@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:World Read Aloud Day - Author Visit DESCRIPTION:Have you ever met an Academy Award Nominated screenwriter?\n\n\n\nThis virtual author visit features Terri Tatchell\, Academy Award Nominee and author of the Endangered and Misunderstood series. \n\n\n\nTerri Tatchell is a Canadian writer known for her Oscar nominated work on ‘District 9’. Her love for animals and allegory have united in the creation of the ‘Endangered and Misunderstood’ series\, giving the underdogs of endangered animals a lyrical voice filled with laughter\, adventure and relatable themes. \n\n\n\nTerri will spend time speaking with students about the conservation of endangered animals.  She will read Aye-Aye Gets Lucky   from the Endangered and Misunderstood series\, a cute story about an endangered lemur who loves pulling pranks on the villagers of Madagascar.  Under the surface\,  it’s a story about empathy\, self-acceptance\, community and second chances. \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by Simbi. \n\n\n\n\nGet tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, February 2nd 9:30am PST / 12:30pm ESTLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 1-4Everyone WelcomeCOSTFREE URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/wrad2022/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/JLA-Events-31.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220126T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220126T114500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211125T202603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T182157Z UID:10000770-1643194800-1643197500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Coast Salish Art - Deer DESCRIPTION:Join us for another art lesson with Coast Salish artist\, Andrea Fritz! \n\n\n\nThis class will include a traditional story\, drawing practice of the basic Coast Salish shapes\, and a guided drawing of an animal from the story! \n\n\n\nAndrea is from the Lyackson First Nation\, which is based on Valdez Island in the Salish Sea. \n\n\n\nNote: All ticket options will provide you with access to the exact same experience and resources. You are invited to choose a rate that is possible for you. Learn more about our new equitable pricing model here. \n\n\n\n\nLearn about Andrea\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, January 26th 11am PST / 2pm ESTLENGTH45-55 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 2-4Everyone WelcomeCOST$5-$15 per class or familyEquitable Pricing \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources\n\n\n\n \n \n COAST SALISH ART: #4 Deer – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/csa-4/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/JLA-Events-22.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220113T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220113T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211210T215226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T182405Z UID:10000776-1642066200-1642068900@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Pow Wow Dance Class DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Pow Wow Dance class with Shyama-Priya! \n\n\n\nWe will begin the class with a light yoga warm up. During this class you will learn about each dance style by seeing some pieces of the regalia and participating in each dance style. The styles that we will be exploring will be jingle\, grass and fancy. The steps will be broken down by low impact movements and we will gradually move into higher impact steps. Together we will discover our own unique flow through the different pow wow styles! \n\n\n\nNote: All ticket options will provide you with access to the exact same experience and resources. You are invited to choose a rate that is possible for you. Learn more about your new equitable pricing model here. \n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENThursday\, January 13th9:30am PST / 12:30pm ESTLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 2-5Everyone WelcomeCOST$5-$15 per class or familyEquitable Pricing \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources\n\n\n\n \n \n POW WOW DANCE: #1 Shyama-Priya – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/pow-wow-dance/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/JLA-Events-21.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211216T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211216T114500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211125T191654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T182541Z UID:10000769-1639652400-1639655100@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Coast Salish Art - Narwhal DESCRIPTION:Join us for an art lesson with Coast Salish artist\, Andrea Fritz! \n\n\n\nThis class will include a traditional story\, drawing practice of the basic Coast Salish shapes\, and a guided drawing of a narwhal! \n\n\n\nAndrea is from the Lyackson First Nation\, which is based on Valdez Island in the Salish Sea. \n\n\n\nThe Event Recording will be available until January 14\, 2022. \n\n\n\nIf you missed our first Coast Salish Art Class\, you can get access to the event recording here.  \n\n\n\n\nLearn about Andrea\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent faq\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENThursday\, December 16 11am PST / 2pm ESTLENGTH45-55 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 2-4Everyone WelcomeCOST$5 per class or family \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Recording & Resources\n\n\n\n \n \n COAST SALISH ART: #3 Narwhal – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/csa-narwhal/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/JLA-Events-17.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211215T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211215T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211104T201013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T210910Z UID:10000768-1639560600-1639563300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Storytime with Santa & Mrs. Claus DESCRIPTION:What is Santa’s favourite Christmas story?\n\n\n\nFind out during this extra special Christmas event! Join us as we read stories with Santa & Mrs. Claus\, sing a few carols\, and ask Santa some of our burning questions about life at the North Pole! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, December 15 9:30am PT / 12:30pm ETLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORK-Grade 3Everyone WelcomeCOST$5 URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/santa/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/JLA-Events-11.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211202T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211202T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211101T210232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T213234Z UID:10000767-1638437400-1638440100@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:To Be Like Me | International Day of People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate diversity with us!\n\n\n\nSpread empathy and create a more collaborative and inclusive environment for your learners by joining us as the leaders from To Be Like Me share their stories\, answer questions\, and provide disability awareness education. \n\n\n\nAbout To Be Like MeTo Be Like Me is a non-profit disability awareness program\, providing in-person and online interactions led by people living with disabilities. Through meaningful interactions with their Leaders\, To Be Like Me creates a learning opportunity that fosters empathy and compassion and equips our communities to be more inclusive. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearN about TO BE LIke Me\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENThursday\, December 2nd 9:30am PDT / 12:30pm EDTLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 3-5Everyone WelcomeCOSTFREE URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/idpwd/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Beyond the Stereotypes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/JLA-Events-7.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211124T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211124T114500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20211021T000341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T210207Z UID:10000764-1637751600-1637754300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Coast Salish Art with Andrea Fritz DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second art lesson with Coast Salish artist\, Andrea Fritz! \n\n\n\nThis class will include a traditional story\, drawing practice of the basic Coast Salish shapes\, and a guided drawing of a sockeye salmon! Andrea is from the Lyackson First Nation\, which is based on Valdez Island in the Salish Sea. \n\n\n\nIf you missed our first Coast Salish Art Class\, you can get access to the event recording here.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nLearn about Andrea\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, November 24 11am PST / 2pm ESTLENGTH45-55 MinutesDESIGNED FORGrade 2-4Everyone WelcomeCOST$5 per class or family \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Access & Resources:\n\n\n\n \n \n COAST SALISH ART: #2 Salmon – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/coast-salish-art-with-andrea-fritz/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/JLA-Events-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210927T070008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T003203Z UID:10000761-1637227800-1637230500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:World Children's Day Author Visit DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate World Children’s Day with us!\n\n\n\nThis virtual author visit will feature children’s author and educator\, Linda Grace Smith.  Linda will be joining us to read her book\, One Too Many. \n\n\n\nOne Too Many kindly and capably addresses social issues surrounding poverty\, education\, and safety. It is hopeful\, creative and empowering. By turning towards those in need instead of away\, simple acts of care can make a big difference. It is the perfect launch into learning about social justice in action. \n\n\n\nResource PackageThe resource package for this event includes an exclusive lesson written by literacy expert Adrienne Gear! \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by Simbi. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENThursday\, November 18th 9:30am PST / 12:30pm ESTLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORK- Grade 4ishEveryone WelcomeCOSTFREE URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/vav-smith2021/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:External Events & Classes,Virtual Author Visits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Smith-Nov-Visit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211029T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211029T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210930T191950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T000645Z UID:10000762-1635499800-1635502500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Aldor Acres Pumpkin Patch - Virtual Field Trip DESCRIPTION:What does it take to grow a Halloween pumpkin?\n\n\n\nJoin us for a Virtual Field Trip to Aldor Acres Pumpkin Patch and find out!  We will chat with the farmers\, meet some of the animal friends\, and learn all about growing pumpkins! \n\n\n\nVirtual Classroom & Resource PackageThis Event includes access to our All About Pumpkins Virtual Classroom and a resource package filled with Halloween fun! \n\n\n\n\nLEARN ABOUT ALDOR ACRES\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENFriday\, October 29th 9:30am PDT / 2:30pm EDTLENGTH45 MinutesDESIGNED FORK- Grade 4ishEveryone WelcomeCOST$5 per class or family URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/vft-pumpkins2021/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Trips,JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/JLA-Events-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211027T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211027T113000 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210930T201101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211024T234021Z UID:10000763-1635332400-1635334200@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Halloween Yoga Class with Harmony Kids Yoga DESCRIPTION:Mindful movement\, story\, cat and pumpkin yoga poses\, and more!\n\n\n\nA 30 Minute Brain Break to calm your class and transform your day! Join us as we learn fun calming tools with Miss Jennie from Harmony Kids Yoga & Mindfulness Co. Come learn how to breathe\, move and relax in this engaging and kid-friendly mindful movement class! \n\n\n\nHalloween Virtual ClassroomThis Event includes access to our Halloween Virtual Classroom which is filled with Halloween fun! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent FAQ\n\n\n\nLearN about Harmony Kids Yoga\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHENWednesday\, October 27th 11am PDT / 2pm EDTLENGTH30 MinutesDESIGNED FORK- Grade 4ishEveryone WelcomeCOST$5 per class or family URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/vmc-harmony2021/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JLA-Events-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T114500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210927T054626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T203609Z UID:10000759-1634727600-1634730300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Coast Salish Art with Andrea Fritz DESCRIPTION:Join us for an art lesson with Coast Salish artist\, Andrea Fritz! \nAndrea is from the Lyackson First Nation\, which is based on Valdez Island in the Salish Sea. This class will include a traditional oral story\, drawing practice of the basic Coast Salish shapes\, and a guided drawing of an animal. \nIMPORTANT DETAILSWhen: Wednesday\, October 20th @ 11am PDTLength: 45 MinutesWhat: Virtual Art ClassWho:  Designed for Grades 2-4 – Everyone WelcomeCost: $5 per class or familyRegistration Opens: October 1st @ 5pm PDT / 8pm EDT \nABOUT ANDREAAndrea Fritz is a Coast Salish artist of the Lyackson First Nation. She creates art in the mediums of acrylic-on-canvas\, serigraph prints and digital art. Andrea learned Northwest coast Native art from her mentor Victor Newman in the Victoria school district. She now teaches in the same school district\, and throughout BC online\, using her knowledge of traditional storytelling and Coast Salish art. Andrea teaches students using Coast Salish basic shapes and indigenous oral stories to help them learn the importance of indigenous Ways of Knowing. She is inspired by every student’s creativity and curiosity\, which aid her own artistic practices. \n \n\n\nEvent Access & Resources:\n\n\n\n \n \n COAST SALISH ART: #1 Crow – Recording\n \n \n \n \n Add To Cart URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/vac-artwithandrea2021/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JLA-Event-Featured-Images-66.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211008T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211008T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210927T064209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T000948Z UID:10000760-1633685400-1633688100@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Author Visit with Elaine Vickers DESCRIPTION:What are you thankful for?\n  \nJoin us for a Thanksgiving themed author visit with Elaine Vickers. Elaine will read to us from her beautiful new book Thankful. Stunning\, diorama illustrations bring to life this lullaby of a picture book about celebrating everyday things that make life wonderful. \nClick here to watch the Thankful Book Trailer!   \nABOUT ELAINEElaine/E.B. Vickers is an award-winning author of picture books\, middle grade\, and young adult novels that aim to help readers of all ages find connection and belonging.  Learn more about Elaine Vickers here.  URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/vav-vickers2021/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes,Virtual Author Visits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/vav-vickers-featured-image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210929T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210929T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210921T203834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T172455Z UID:10000758-1632907800-1632910500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Orange Shirt Day with Courtney Defriend DESCRIPTION:Our special guest for this event is Coast Salish Author\, Courtney Defriend. Courtney’s book If Instead of a Person\, imaginatively explores the wisdom to be learned from living as a tree. It invites readers to become change agents that respect the interconnectedness of nature and humanity.  During this event\, Courtney will be sharing her book with us while integrating themes of Truth and Reconciliation in an age appropriate manner.  To honour Orange Shirt Day\, Courtney’s book\, If Instead of a Person\, depicts traditional teachings on our connection and similarities to Mother Earth. In the past\, Residential Schools did not allow such teachings to be shared with our children. Today\, this book contributes to many ways to reintroduce Indigenous principles to children and families. IMPORTANT DETAILSWhen: Wednesday\, September 29th @ 9:30am PST / 12:30pm ESTLength: 45  MinutesWhat: Virtual Author Visit with Courtney DeFriendWho:  Designed for K – Grade 4 – Everyone WelcomeCurricular Connections: Language Arts\, Science\, Social Studies \n \n \n Post- Event Update: We had an amazing time at the event with Courtney. If you didn’t get a chance to sign up and attend live\, you can still download the Resource Package and participate through the Livestream Recording any time! CLICK HERE to go to the Event Page.  This FREE event is hosted in partnership with Simbi & Peppermint Toast Publishing. URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/vav-orangeshirtday/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:Virtual Author Visits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/vav-osd-featured.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210921T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210921T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210831T071643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220103T235756Z UID:10000757-1632216600-1632219300@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:World Rivers Day - Virtual Author Visit with Ginalina DESCRIPTION:“Vibrant and playful\, The Mighty River flows with life-giving energy…” \n This virtual author visit will feature Ginalina – a two time Juno nominated singer-songwriter\, international family musician\, and distinguished children’s author! Ginalina’s picture book\, The Mighty River\,  celebrates a wide river’s birds\, animals\, rivers\, and plants. The book imparts an air of serenity\, peace\, and joy in nature. The Mighty River also gently teaches an environmental lesson by including river facts\, space to draw and describe a river animal and scene\, and ideas from kids about how to protect watercourses.    \n \n IMPORTANT DETAILSWhen: Tuesday\, September 21st @ 9:30am PST / 12:30pm ESTLength: 45  MinutesWhat: Virtual Author Visit with GinalinaWho:  Everyone Welcome – Designed for K – Grade 4Curricular Connections: Language Arts\, Science\, Social Studies This FREE event is hosted in partnership with Simbi. URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/ginalina/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/JLA-Event-Featured-Images-60.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210624T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210624T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210620T010402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210620T011128Z UID:10000756-1624527000-1624529700@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Pro-Narrator Workshop with Actor David Epstein! DESCRIPTION:What does it take to become an expressive reader?\n\n\n\n\n\nEver wondered what it takes to be a Pro Narrator\, or in this case a voice actor? Join David as he shares top tips and some fun activities with your learners to practice reading with expression. From now on\, your kids’ listeners will be on the edge of their seats! \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout David\n\n\n\n\nDavid is a professional on-screen & voice actor based in Vancouver\, Canada. After completing his Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre\, David moved to Los Angeles to pursue his MFA in Acting for Film and Television. Here\, he fell in love with voice acting and worked on a variety of commercials\, children’s audiobooks\, video games and animated films/series. \n\n\n\nTickets & Details\nThis FREE event is hosted in partnership with Simbi. \nWhen: Thursday\, June 24th @ 9:30am PST / 12:30pm EST\nLength: 45  Minutes\nWhat: Expressive Reading Workshop with Actor David Epstein\nWho:  Everyone Welcome – Designed for Grade 3-5\nCurricular Connections: Language Arts \nClick here for tickets. \n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/pro-narrator-workshop-with-actor-david-epstein/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:JLA Events & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Earth-Month-Author-Visits-Featured-Images-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210622T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210622T110000 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210428T183841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T184536Z UID:10000755-1624357800-1624359600@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:I Spy in the Summer Sky - H.R. MacMillan Space Centre DESCRIPTION:An out-of-this world Virtual Adventure with our friends from the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. \nIn this finale to our school year\, we will chat with Astronomer Marley from the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre and learn all about what’s visible in the night sky over the summer! \nParticipants will receive access to our Solar System Virtual Classroom for 7 days after the Virtual Field Trip. \n  \nIMPORTANT DETAILS \nWhen: Tuesday\, June 22nd @ 10:30am PST / 1:30pm EST\nLength: 30  Minutes\nWhat: Virtual Field Trip with the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre\nWho:  Everyone Welcome – Designed for Grade 1-4\nCurricular Connections: Science \nJoyful Learning is a not-for-profit organization currently focused on creating affordable online learning experiences. Revenue from events is used to cover event costs and to support other not-for-profit organizations. \nPartial proceeds from this event will go to support the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. \n  URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/i-spy-in-the-summer-sky-h-r-macmillan-space-centre/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/JLA-Event-Featured-Images-55.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210608T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210608T113000 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210427T002358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T045103Z UID:10000753-1623148200-1623151800@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:First Nations at Fort Langley - Virtual Field Trip DESCRIPTION:History comes alive with this virtual visit to the Fort Langley National Historic Site! \nMeet and interact with a costumed interpreter to explore the relationship between the local First Nations\, the Hudson’s Bay Company employees of Fort Langley\, and the environment during the fur trade. Learn about the benefits\, challenges\, and impacts of trading between the local First Nations communities and Fort Langley. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nInteractions between First Peoples and Europeans lead to conflict and cooperation\, which continues to shape Canada’s identity;\ndifferentiate between short- and long-term causes\, and intended and unintended consequences\, of events\, decisions\, or developments; and\,\nthe pursuit of valuable natural resources has played a key role in changing the land\, people\, and communities of Canada.\n\nThis program addresses the “Big Ideas” in the BC Social Studies curriculum; exploring concepts relevant to students in grades 3-6. \n  \nIMPORTANT DETAILS \nWhen: Tuesday\, June 8th @ 10:30am PST / 1:30pm EST\nLength: 60 Minutes\nWhat: Virtual Field Trip with Fort Langley National Historic Site\nWho:  Everyone Welcome – Designed for Grade 2-5\nCurricular Connections: Social Studies\nCost: $5 per class or family \n  \nWHAT TO EXPECT \n\nLearners of all ages are welcome. Content is designed for kids in Grade 2-5 who are doing in-person learning\, remote learning\, and homeschooling.\nTake a break as your students get restless. You can complete the event later via the YouTube Livestream. Zoom Meeting Tickets also include Livestream access.\nContinue learning after the event with our Virtual Classroom and other learning resources. We’ll spend a few minutes at the end of the event with a student focused tour of what you can do. Our learning resources are designed especially for teachers and homeschool families\, who would like to dig deeper into the content and themes. Information about the learning resources will also be posted on the event webpage. URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/first-nations-at-fort-langley-virtual-field-trip/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/JLA-Event-Featured-Images-53.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210525T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210525T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210422T054506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T204352Z UID:10000751-1621935000-1621937700@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Virtual Author Visit | Linda Grace Smith DESCRIPTION:As long as there’s one who opens the way\n to read and to write\, to learn and to play. \nThis virtual author visit will feature children’s author and educator\, Linda Grace Smith.  Linda will be joining us to read her book\, One Too Many. \nOne Too Many kindly and capably addresses social issues surrounding poverty\, education\, and safety. It is hopeful\, creative and empowering. By turning towards those in need instead of away\, simple acts of care can make a big difference. It is the perfect launch into learning about social justice in action. \n  \nIMPORTANT DETAILS \nWhen: Tuesday\, May 25 @ 9:30am PST / 12:30pm EST\nLength: 45 minutes\nWhat: Virtual Author Visit with Linda Grace Smith\nWho:  Everyone Welcome – Designed for K-Grade 5\nCurricular Connections: Language Arts\, Social Studies\, SEL\nCost: FREE \n  \nEVENT AGENDA \nTimes are approximate – we will do our best to keep the event within 45 minutes. \n\n\n\nWelcome & Introductions (5mins)\nAuthor’s Presentation (20 mins)\n\nBrief introduction the author and story\nStorytime: One Too Many\nSpend a little time unpacking the key lessons of the story\n\n\nQ & A with the Author (10 mins)\nBrief Virtual Classroom Tour (5 mins)\nWrap Up (5 mins)\n\n\n\nWHAT TO EXPECT \n\nLearners of all ages are welcome. Content is designed for kids in Kindergarten through Grade 5 who are doing in-person learning\, remote learning\, and homeschooling.\nTake a break as your students get restless. You can complete the event later via the YouTube Livestream. Zoom Meeting Tickets also include Livestream access.\nContinue learning after the event with our Virtual Classroom and other learning resources. We’ll spend a few minutes at the end of the event with a student focused tour of what you can do. Our learning resources are designed especially for teachers and homeschool families\, who would like to dig deeper into the content and themes. Information about the learning resources will also be posted on the event webpage.\n\nThis event is hosted in partnership with Simbi. \nHaving difficulties getting registered for this event? Click here for alternative registration form.  URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/19631/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:Virtual Author Visits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/JLA-Event-Featured-Images-52.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210513T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210513T111500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210426T231300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T200456Z UID:10000752-1620901800-1620904500@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:African Savanna Tour | Toronto Zoo | Virtual Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Come with us on a virtual adventure to the Toronto Zoo\, where we’ll meet the animals of the African Savanna. \nWe’ll be guided by an animal expert at the Zoo\, where we’ll see and learn about fascinating animals like the Masai Giraffe\, African Lion\, Cheetah\, White Rhino and more! \nThis Virtual Field Trip includes a tour of the African Savanna at the Toronto Zoo\, a question and answer period with the Zoo’s animal expert\, and valuable resources to continue the learning after our trip! \n  \nIMPORTANT DETAILS \nWhen: Thursday\, May 13th @ 10:30am PST / 1:30pm EST\nLength: 45 Minutes\nWhat: Virtual Field Trip with the Toronto Zoo\nWho:  Everyone Welcome – Designed for K-Grade 4\nCurricular Connections: Science\nCost: $5 per class or family \n  \nWHAT TO EXPECT \n\nWhether your students are learning at school or at home\, you are welcome to join us!  Purchase one ticket for your entire class or family. You may share the Zoom or Livestream Link with your remote students or host your own meeting and screen share the event.\nLearners of all ages are welcome. Content is designed for kids in Kindergarten through Grade 4.\nTake a break as your students get restless. You can complete the event later via the YouTube Livestream. Zoom Meeting Tickets also include Livestream access.\nContinue learning after the event with our Virtual Classroom and other learning resources. We’ll spend a few minutes at the end of the event with a student focused tour of what you can do. Our learning resources are designed especially for teachers and homeschool families\, who would like to dig deeper into the content and themes. Information about the learning resources will also be posted on the event webpage.\n\nHaving technical difficulties getting registered? Click here for an alternative registration process. URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/tozoo-savannah-vft/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/JLA-Event-Featured-Images-56.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210511T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210511T101500 DTSTAMP:20260610T010254 CREATED:20210428T001215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T042217Z UID:10000754-1620725400-1620728100@staging.joyfullearning.net SUMMARY:Discovering Dinosaurs - Royal Tyrrell Museum | Virtual Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Explore the world-famous Dinosaur Hall at the Royal Tyrrell Museum! \nThis tour introduces young participants to the study of paleontology\, and the dinosaurs that lived in ancient Alberta. Each stop explores a different curriculum concept\, like carnivores and herbivores\, predators and prey\, or plants and the ancient environment. After the tour\, there will be lots of time for questions with our dinosaur experts. \nThis event is for Home Learners. Our current agreement with the Royal Tyrrell Museum does not allow us to host full classrooms for this Virtual Field Trip. We are limited to 35 total participants.  \nIMPORTANT DETAILS\nWhen: Tuesday\, May 11th @ 9:30am PST / 12:30pm EST\nLength: 45 Minutes\nWhat: Virtual Field Trip with the Royal Tyrrell Museum\nWho: Home Learners – Designed for Kindergarten-Grade 3\nCurricular Connections: Social Studies & Science\nCost: $5 per person\nMax Class Size: 35 students \nThis event is for Home Learners. Our current agreement with the Royal Tyrrell Museum does not allow us to host full classrooms for this Virtual Field Trip. We are limited to 35 total participants.  \nZoom Meeting Link will be sent via e-mail 24 hours prior to event start time.  URL:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/events-all/discovering-dinosaurs-royal-tyrrell-museum-virtual-field-trip/ LOCATION:Virtual Event – Zoom & YouTube Livestream CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.joyfullearning.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/JLA-Event-Featured-Images-57.png ORGANIZER;CN="Joyful%20Learning":MAILTO:admin@staging.joyfullearning.net END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR