*This listing is for students who are interested in attending the Story Time 2.0 class only. If you have already enrolled your student in the Epic Day for Kinder-1st Graders, then there is no need to purchase this option.
Overview:
Story Time 2.0 brings beloved children’s literature to life through discussion, imagination, movement, art, music, and theatrical play. Students will explore the choices, challenges, and values portrayed by memorable story characters while connecting those lessons to their own lives and experiences.
Through creative projects, songs, dramatic performances, and thoughtful conversations, children will build a deeper understanding of each story. The goal is to help great literary heroes leap off the page and inspire courage, kindness, honesty, perseverance, and other meaningful character traits.
Skills to be learned:
Listen carefully and recall important story details
Identify characters, settings, problems, and solutions
Discuss the values and choices portrayed in a story
Connect story lessons to real-life situations
Recognize character traits such as courage, kindness, and honesty
Express ideas through speaking, acting, art, music, and movement
Use imagination during dramatic play and storytelling
Retell stories in the correct sequence
Practice empathy by considering different characters’ perspectives
Work cooperatively during performances and group activities
Build confidence while sharing ideas with others
Develop a lasting appreciation for quality children’s literature
Curriculum taught:
Curated
Class expectations
*Families involved in this class will be asked to sign a code of conduct agreement so that they know there is an expectation to act responsibly during instruction at PPS.
Timeline
This class begins Aug. 31st, 2026, and runs until Dec. 7th, 2026. This class runs every Monday from 1130am-1220pm with class breaks (no school) the weeks of Sept. 7th and Nov. 23rd for a total of 13 classes.
*class supply fee included
*This listing is for students who are interested in attending the Story Time 2.0 class only. If you have already enrolled your student in the Epic Day for Kinder-1st Graders, then there is no need to purchase this option.
Overview:
Story Time 2.0 brings beloved children’s literature to life through discussion, imagination, movement, art, music, and theatrical play. Students will explore the choices, challenges, and values portrayed by memorable story characters while connecting those lessons to their own lives and experiences.
Through creative projects, songs, dramatic performances, and thoughtful conversations, children will build a deeper understanding of each story. The goal is to help great literary heroes leap off the page and inspire courage, kindness, honesty, perseverance, and other meaningful character traits.
Skills to be learned:
Listen carefully and recall important story details
Identify characters, settings, problems, and solutions
Discuss the values and choices portrayed in a story
Connect story lessons to real-life situations
Recognize character traits such as courage, kindness, and honesty
Express ideas through speaking, acting, art, music, and movement
Use imagination during dramatic play and storytelling
Retell stories in the correct sequence
Practice empathy by considering different characters’ perspectives
Work cooperatively during performances and group activities
Build confidence while sharing ideas with others
Develop a lasting appreciation for quality children’s literature
Curriculum taught:
Curated
Class expectations
*Families involved in this class will be asked to sign a code of conduct agreement so that they know there is an expectation to act responsibly during instruction at PPS.
Timeline
This class begins Aug. 31st, 2026, and runs until Dec. 7th, 2026. This class runs every Monday from 1130am-1220pm with class breaks (no school) the weeks of Sept. 7th and Nov. 23rd for a total of 13 classes.
*class supply fee included
