Our classes are designed to motivate children to learn, using hands-on, experiential, game-based and highly themed curriculum. The dynamic and exploratory nature of our classes have students looking forward to exciting weekly adventures together. Whether it's diving into geography through an agent spy mystery, or history and writing through the making of a Medieval or Colonial Town, brain games in our Secret Solvers Society, or inspiring Entrepreneurs by the creation of an entire Pizzeria concept, there is never a dull moment in our classrooms!
About our Instructor
ANI JANBAZIAN
JEOPARDY QUESTION:
“History is so dull” , “I hate writing” “Learning about countries is boring” and “I’m too young to start a business”.
ANSWER:
Things you will never hear in Mrs. Ani’s classroom!
Ani Janbazian, a native Canadian-Armenian, earned a BA in Arts Management from the University of Toronto. As an Educational Exhibit Designer at the London Regional Children’s Museum, and then as an Educational Interpreter at the Scarborough Historical Museum, she was trained to relay complex scientific concepts and historical facts to students using approachable hands-on methods to make a lasting impact. As a youth programs coordinator at several non-profits, and Associate Director of Donor Relations at the Music Center of L.A. County, she had to engage large groups of people for big chunks of time during special events — so activities that were dynamic, thematic, and cooperative were always a hit! Employment at four educational toy retailers also made it clear that the most effective way for children to learn is simply through play.
As a homeschool mother of three, it seemed natural to use these very ideals to make learning come alive for her children. She began with creating interactive, themed, game-based curriculum for her own kids to experience and explore — And it was only a matter of time before it transformed into enrichment classes to offer to others in the homeschool community too. Through the company she started in 2015, We Spark Learning, she aims to spark intrigue and motivate children to learn with enthusiasm.
TESTIMONIALS
"Ani is a creative and engaging teacher, truly exceptional. Grateful my child has been able to take so many of her wonderful classes over the years" Cecilia (parent of student in True History of Indiana Jones and many more classes with us)
"My son really enjoyed Ready, Set, Life!! He learned the importance of budgeting and is motivated to pursue his own business. He’s even shared tips that has helped our budget as a family! We really appreciate Ms. Ani and how creative, funny, and considerate she is of the kids’ workload. My son has shared that he feels it’s very hands on and likes that his learning style is met, and is inclusive of how others students learn also. Highly recommend!!" Claudia L. (parent of Ready, Set. LIfe: Beyond Personal Finance)
Ani’s classes have my daughter enjoying learning. She’s taken two of her high school classes and has excelled in both, making amazing friends on the way! Heather K (Parent of student in Monumental Moments in Movies, Music and TV.)
"We Spark Learning classes are fun and educational. Mrs. Ani makes learning fun. She is a very creative teacher! My son loves her classes and we would highly recommend them to all!
Yvonne B. (parent of student in Class Town Journal Writing, Build-A-Biz and Where in the World is Nina Pasadena?)
"This is a wonderful class allowing children to use imagination, while honing deduction skills and a host of other skills -- too many to name. Thank you for offering this class."
Tamiko D. (parent of student in Where in the World is Nina Pasadena?)
"My son looked forward to class each week, knowing he was building a business. The class and learning had real meaning to him. I don't think he realized all the real-life tools he learned through this Build-A-Biz class." Lucy S.. (parent of student in Build-A-Biz)
"My daughter has thoroughly enjoyed the We Spark Learning classes. This will be her fifth year in a row!" Lorka B. (parent of student that has taken many different classes with us)
My daughter loves Ms. Ani and all of her classes. She is excited for class every week and she loves to tell me all of the fun things she learned. It took her about .5 seconds to scream, “YES!” when I asked her if she wanted to sign up for Ms. Ani classes again in the fall. Katie S. (parent of Student in Secret Solvers Society)
"My kids love Ms. Ani’s classes! They have fun learning and look forward to class each week. The curriculum is engaging and able to capture individual learning levels". Cristina C. (Parent of students in Medieval Class Town, and Secret Solvers Society)
"Each week's presentation was introduced in a fun way, and our daughter enjoyed being with kids her age. We appreciate how much work and creativity you put into each class, and can see how she looks forward to coming each week to learn."
Lorraine Z. (parent of student in Where in the World is Nina Pasadena?)
"My students are happy to go to your class for a day of fun, enjoyable, instructional learning. Thank you!"
Carina P. (parent of students in Class Town Journal Writing, Build-A-Biz, and formerly Where in the U.S.A. is Nina Pasadena?)
"Ani is a very creative teacher, bringing many subjects into one class. Brilliant! My son looked forward to these classes every week."
Cheri D. (parent of student in Build-A-Biz and Where in the World is Nina Pasadena?)
"Mrs. Ani is a great teacher that knows how to engage the kids and make learning fun!"
Kathy S. (parent of student in Kids, Vid's & Ancient Civ's)
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