Hands-on classes where kids make real things
Felt, plant dyes, star lanterns, spinning and weaving. Every Heritage Oak class pairs a story with real materials and the science behind them, for ages 6 to 11 in Davis, California.
the work of the hands
Our first classes are coming to Davis.The dates and location will be announced soon. Leave your email and you’ll hear first.
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How a class unfolds
Each class runs about two hours and follows the same rhythm, so children know what comes next and can settle into the work.
A story
We begin with a story that sets the scene: a sheep’s long journey to a coat, or a lantern on a winter night.
A close look
Kids investigate the material like scientists: magnifiers, simple tests, and their own predictions.
The making
Hands get busy with real wool, plants, paper and thread. Everyone finishes something they made themselves.
Home again
Each child goes home with their project and a small card that explains the science, to share at dinner.
The classes
Five Saturday classes and a winter break camp. Each one stands on its own, so children can join any of them.
A course for parents, coming soon
Story, Rhythm and Hand teaches you to bring this way of learning home: telling stories, keeping a gentle weekly rhythm, simple drawing, handwork and the Field Book.
It’s filmed as hands-on video, so you watch the materials and the work up close. Learn at your own pace, with a printable workbook and one thing to try with your child each week.
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Be first to know when the course opens.
What’s growing at Heritage Oak
Classes are the first step. Here’s what we’re building next for families and schools.
Year kits for each grade
A full year of hands-on lessons in three seasonal boxes, with a Field Book your child fills as they go.
Coming later
Story collections
The stories from each grade, told aloud for children: for car rides, quiet time and bedtime.
Coming later
Printables
Field Book templates, form drawing pages, multiplication circles and more, ready to print at home.
Coming later
The Heritage Oak letter
A newsletter and podcast on learning through story, rhythm and the seasons.
Coming later
Get class dates first
Classes are small, so spots will go quickly. Tell us a little about your family and we’ll email you as soon as sign-ups open.
Questions in the meantime? Write to our Curriculum Coordinator.