Back to Blog
1 min read

Adventures in South America

By Hero's Journey Academy

Year 6 Session 2 Week 4

‍

Last week was full of fun, creativity, and hands-on learning for our heroes!

Boy outdoors holding a clipboard with a hand-drawn South America page, with other children and a guide in the background

‍

In Art, we were inspired by the incredible life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Learners explored her story and unique style, then began working on their own portraits of Frida. The focus, detail, and color in their artwork are already shining through—we can’t wait to see the finished pieces!

Learners draw Frida Kahlo portraits at tables during art class
Heroes draw portraits at a table during art class while a guide and other learners work nearby
A learner in art class holds up a pencil portrait sketch of Frida Kahlo
A girl draws at a table while other learners work in the background during art class

‍

One of the biggest highlights of the week came on Wednesday, when we took a field trip to Chapple Farms! Since we’ve been studying South American animals, it was the perfect chance to see some of them up close. Heroes got to feed and pet capybaras, cavies, emus, alpacas, and many other amazing creatures. It was a hands-on experience that brought our learning to life!

Learner feeds an alpaca at Chapple Farms while another animal stands behind in the barn
Heroes pet horses in a barn during a Chapple Farms field trip
Heroes pet a capybara with a guide at Chapple Farms
Hero in blue looks at a shaggy horned cow behind a gate at Chapple Farms
Heroes and guides feed and pet goats in a fenced animal pen on a field trip
Children in blue shirts feed capybaras on a grassy field at Chapple Farms
Two boys pet an emu on a grassy farm field during a South America field trip
A hero and a guide feed a capybara by a pond at Chapple Farms
Hero in a turquoise shirt smiles while holding a small animal during a Chapple Farms field trip
Children pet capybaras at Chapple Farms during a South American animals field trip
Two heroes in blue shirts hold animal feed beside stacked bags inside a barn
Children and a guide feed a capybara by a fenced barn on a sunny farm
Two children and a guide feed animals in a barnyard with a bucket of greens
Heroes in blue shirts walk a gravel trail with a guide under trees
Two children in blue shirts feed a tortoise by a fence while a dog watches
Learners and guides eat lunch at picnic tables outdoors beside a wooden cabin
Learners play and explore under large trees in a shady outdoor field

‍

In PE, Annabeth used her martial arts training to lead stretches for everyone! Afterwards, we got moving with some exciting animal relay races. Each learner chose an animal and had to cross the dojang moving like that animal—there was lots of hopping, crawling, and even some slithering! We also played a team game that had everyone hopping through hoops and facing off in rock-paper-scissors challenges to get to the other side.

Learners stretch on mats in a martial arts dojang while two guides watch near the wall
Learners stretch on mats in a martial arts studio with mirrors and a Hero's wall logo
Children stretch on mats in a martial arts studio with mirrored walls and a Hero’s Journey motto banner
Children line up in a martial arts dojang with mirrors, mats, and hoops for animal relay games
Learners crawl across the dojang during an animal relay race
Learners hop across the dojang in an animal relay race during martial arts training

‍

During free time, our learners got creative and built a giant blanket fort in the studio. It became a cozy space for reading, relaxing, and imaginative play.

Two learners build a giant blanket fort in the studio with books and laptops nearby

‍

To end the week, Fun Friday brought laughter and movement as several of our Elementary Studio learners joined in for a lively round of Just Dance. It was the perfect way to celebrate a week full of discovery and connection.

Learners dance during Fun Friday Just Dance in the studio

‍

We’re already looking forward to the next adventure!

‍

Recent Posts

Welcome Back Heroes

Welcome Back Heroes

What an exciting start to the new school year! The past two weeks have been filled with laughter, creativity, collaboration, and plenty of opportunities for…

Hero's Journey Academy Read more

Begin your Family's Journey

Get your Parent Guide