The "Dangerous" Class for Kids:
American Adventure Edition
A Multi-Subject, Project-Based Homeschool Enrichment Program for ages 8-12 | Chico
Inspired by Tuttle Twins: America’s History (Volume 1), this high-energy, hands-on class invites students to explore the stories and ideas that shaped America through projects, experiments, games, weekly challenges, and Socratic discussion. Students will create, collaborate, and compete—building real skills, stronger character, and a growing love for history.
Fall 2026 Session begins September 2nd
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Ages: 8–12
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When: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
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Where: Chico (Verve Schoolhouse)
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Format: Drop-off | Indoor + Outdoor
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Tuition: $200/month (Sept-Dec, 15 weeks)
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Teachers: Ms. Meg & Mr. Matt
Program Highlights
This class brings American history to life through story, challenge, and action. Students will:
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Travel through the early foundations of America and the ideas behind liberty
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Experience exploration, colonial life, and the road to revolution through interactive projects
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Wrestle with big questions about freedom, responsibility, leadership, and community
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Experiment with science and innovation inspired by historical problems
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Collaborate in team challenges, games, and friendly competitions
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Collect merit-based Character & Quest Badges as they demonstrate grit, curiosity, teamwork, and growth
Class Rhythm
Each Wednesday includes a rhythm that keeps kids engaged:
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Story & Hook (read-aloud + quick discussion)
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Socratic Circle (big questions, respectful dialogue, thinking skills)
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Lab / Maker Challenge (create, experiment, skill-building)
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Lunch + Games (movement + community)
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Quest Work + Badge Check-in (reflection, memory work)
Who this class is for
This class is a great fit for students who:
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Learn best by doing (not worksheets)
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Love hands-on challenges, building, testing, and friendly competition
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Want a wholesome, structured environment with positive peer community
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Are ready to practice listening, speaking, and thinking in a group
How We Use Tuttle Twins at Verve
At Verve, we use Tuttle Twins: America’s History as a storytelling backbone—not a script. The curriculum emphasizes big ideas like liberty, responsibility, and citizenship, while our class approach invites discussion, hands-on learning, and thoughtful engagement rather than one-note conclusions.
Registration
Priority registration for current Verve families opens soon! General registration will begin March 2nd, 2026. A registration fee of $50 per student secures your spot in the class for the semester. Charter funds may not be used for registration fees. Verve is a vendor with Lake View, Feather River, South Sutter, and Core Butte Charter Schools.
"The adventure of life is to learn. The purpose of life is to grow. The nature of life is to change. The challenge of life is to overcome. The essence of life is to care. The opportunity of life is to serve. The secret of life is to dare. The spice of life is to befriend. The beauty of life is to give."
- William Arthur Ward