Homeschool Tutorials for Active Learners
With a 9 student maximum, we are able to customize curriculum to the students enrolled in each class.
*** Winter/Spring 2022: our in-person class maximum has shrunk to just 5 students due to space limitations while we prepare the bigger rooms. Zoom classes remain at 9 maximum.***
Organizing class levels according to minimum skills rather than "grade level" or age allows us to keep the range of skill-levels close.
Secular curriculum makes a comfortable space for students of all faith backgrounds, including a completely secular family culture.
Our peaceful, positive approach encourages, motivates and includes.
Play-based strategies make learning fun.
Safety is our top priority. That's why we are offering a range of options for the fall. Our in-person classes will fully utilize our options for fresh air, and social distancing. Frequent sanitization and masks will also help us stay safe and healthy. All staff is required to be vaccinated and we will take precautions as if we were not. Many classes can be joined online and others will be held in-person at 9811 Mallard Drive, Suite 111, Laurel, MD 20708.
Enrollment is open.
Classes are prorated. Join us any time.
Payment plans available at check-out.
Fall 2022
Prekindergarten Playtime
In-person
Absolute Beginners! For little ones who are just getting started.
12 weeks
Mondays 9am-12:00pm EST
Wedesdays 9am-12pm EST
1 day per week $360
2 days per week $700
$360/ $700
Sophisticated Studies
In-person
For students who are ready to work with less coaching from the instructor.
12 weeks
Tuesdays 9am-12pm EST
Thursdays 9am- 12pm EST
1 day per week $360
2 days per week $700
$360/$700
Brass Ensemble
In-person
Join our brass ensemble and get to play with other brass instrument lovers! Up to 5 members. Learn how to play with other musicians and how to follow a conductor. Private and public performance opportunities.
Meets in person in our Bowie-Laurel location.
Mondays 4:30-6:00pm
11 classes + 1 performance opportunity
$175
$175
Int - Adv Chess Club
In-person
Learn to play Chess or practice your skills!
Intermediate- Advanced
Saturdays
2:30pm-4:00pm EST
12 weeks for $220
Let us know you are interested!
$220
Art & Storytime
for Elementary
Online
Popular stories, fun facts, making art, show and tell and more fun and interactive activities will keep your child engaged, and creating!
Wednesdays 1pm-1:45pm EST
12 weeks for $144
Drop in $15 (drop in will open once we have 3 semester-long registrations)
$144
Black History in the USA
Online
In this class, we will gain an understanding of the experiences of African Americans in America. We will cover the extraordinary contributions, the struggles of respect, racism and human rights, and the economic impact on the African American community. Gain an understanding of why the Black Lives Matter movement is in place and how you can be part of the solution.
This class will use real life stories, videos of documentaries, videos of historical fiction and the Socratic method (systematic quesions and discussion) to lead students to understanding and empowerment.
30 minute, weekly class
12 weeks for $78
Recommended ages: 8-12
Request a section
$78
Emerging Academics
In-person
My first tutorial. For those who need to build basic skills.
12 weeks
Wednesdays 9am-12pm EST
Fridays 9am-12pm EST
1 day per week $360
2 days per week $700
$360/ $700
Preteens Place
In-person
A place for pre-teens to extend their skills in a fun, collaborative environment.
12 weeks
Mondays 10am-3pm EST
Wednesdays 10am-3:00pm EST
1 days per week $580
2 days per week $1,000
$580/$1000
Calculus
Online
For high schoolers or young adults who want to study calculus. This winter session will continue from where the fall session left off. Please contact us about minimum skills.
12 weeks: 90 minutes/week
Let us know that you want us to open a section.
$250
Young Artists
Online
Travel the world through art! In this class we will be exploring different cultures and histories through their artistic works! In this class we will study the important arts within each culture and then together we will create works of art from around the world!
Recommended for ages 4-6
$110
Dungeons & Dragons Club
In-person options or online options
Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons and practice your math skills, learn the characters of popular Shakespeare plays, draw your characters and more!
Check out all of our amazing options with new adventures starting constantly.
age groups include:
8-10 year olds
10-16 year olds
12-16 year olds
Teens Only
Adults Only
Groups are limited to 3- 5 players at a time
$48-$360
Black History in the USA
Online
In this class, we will gain an understanding of the experiences of African Americans in America. We will cover the extraordinary contributions, the struggles of respect, racism and human rights, and the economic impact on the African American community. Gain an understanding of why the Black Lives Matter movement is in place and how you can be part of the solution.
This class will use real life stories, videos of documentaries, videos of historical fiction and the Socratic method (systematic quesions and discussion) to lead students to understanding and empowerment.
one hour, weekly
12 weeks for $150
Recommended ages: 13-18
Request a section
$150
Beyond Basics
In-person
For students who are ready to build on their basic skills.
12 weeks
Tuesdays 9am-12pm EST
Thursdays 9am- 12pm EST
1 day per week $360
2-days per week $700
$360/ $700
Teen Time
In-person
A place for teens to engage in fun, collaborative project-based learning.
12 weeks
Tuesdays 11am-4pm EST
Fridays 11am-4pm EST
1 days per week $700
2 days per week $1,300
$700/$1300
Beginner
Chess Club
In-person
Learn to play Chess or practice your skills!
Beginners:
Saturdays
11am-12pm EST
Drop in $15 (will open after 3 enrollments for the whole session)
12 weeks for $144
$144
Painting
Online
Learn painting techniques using developmentally appropriate strategies. Paint what you love!
Recommended for ages 7-10
Mondays 10:30-11:25am EST
12 weeks for $144
$144
Writing Comedy
Online or In-person
Learn about the different styles of telling a joke - from setups and punchlines to voice and inflections this class will direct you in how to write a joke!
Recommended for ages 13-18
Sundays 2:00-2:55pm EST
12 weeks for $144
$144
Teen Art
In-person or Online
Learn art skills from drawing to painting to sculpture! Exact activities and subject matter will depend on the interests of the enrolled students
12 weeks for $150
Want a section of this class?
Let us know!
$150
Spring 2022
Multi-age Tutorial Meetings
Homeschooled students ages 5 to 12 come out and edu-play together. This short course is designed to bring multiple age groups and developmental stages together to play and learn. We will have a variety of cross-developmental stage activities to do that everyone can enjoy and learn from on their own level. Older or more adept students will be able to cement their skills by helping students who need some support. Activities will include inventing, creating art, making up stories, building with Legos and other reusable materials, board and card games and more.
Tuesdays 9:30am-12:30pm EST
6 classes
$220
Young Artists
Travel the world through art! In this class we will be exploring different cultures and histories through their artistic works! In this class we will study the important arts within each culture and then together we will create works of art from around the world!
Recommended for ages 4-6
Thursdays 1:00-1:45pm EST
12 classes
$144
Black History in the USA
In this class, we will gain an understanding of the experiences of African Americans in America. We will cover the extraordinary contributions, the struggles of respect, racism and human rights, and the economic impact on the African American community. Gain an understanding of why the Black Lives Matter movement is in place and how you can be part of the solution.
This class will use real life stories, videos of documentaries, videos of historical fiction and the Socratic method (systematic quesions and discussion) to lead students to understanding and empowerment.
Thursdays 10:30-11:30pm EST
4:30-5:30pm HST
12 weeks for $150
Recommended ages: Teens
Calculus
For high schoolers or young adults who want to study calculus. This spring session will continue from where the winter session left off. Please contact us about minimum skills.
Wednesdays 4:00-5:30pm EST
12 weeks for $250
Recommended ages: Teens
Puzzle Solving
Learn and practice solving puzzles in this new workshop. Crossword, sudoku, cryptograms, ciphers, logic puzzles and more will all be discussed and solved together as we develop techniques for tackling tricky puzzles.
Sundays 2:00-2:55pm EST
12 classes
$144
Brass Ensemble
Join our brass ensemble and get to play with other brass instrument lovers! Up to 5 members. Learn how to play with other musicians and how to follow a conductor. Private and public performance opportunities.
Meets in person in our Bowie-Laurel location.
Mondays 4:30-6:00pm
11 classes + 1 performance opportunity
$175
Painting
Learn to paint using developmentally appropriate strategies. Paint what you love!
Materials: Pencil, Paper, various paintbrushes, and acrylic or tempera paint.
Mondays 1:00-1:55pm EST
12 weeks for $144
Recommended ages: 7-10
Art & Storytime
Even older kids love stories- just not baby stories!
Popular stories, fun facts, making art, show and tell and more fun and interactive activities will keep your child engaged, and creating!
Perfect for just after lunch to digest before they go back outside to run around!
Wednesdays 1:00-1:45pm EST
12 classes
$144
Black History in the USA
In this class, we will gain an understanding of the experiences of African Americans in America. We will cover the extraordinary contributions, the struggles of respect, racism and human rights, and the economic impact on the African American community. Gain an understanding of why the Black Lives Matter movement is in place and how you can be part of the solution.
This class will use real life stories, videos of documentaries, videos of historical fiction and the Socratic method (systematic quesions and discussion) to lead students to understanding and empowerment.
Thursdays 9:30-10:00pm EST
3:30-4:00pm HST
12 weeks for $78
Recommended ages: 8-12
Painting 101
In this class, we will develop an understanding of the basic structure of paintings. We will discuss topics such as color theory, perspective, and composition while painting our creative ideas.
Materials: Pencil, Paper, various paintbrushes, and acrylic or tempera paint.
Mondays 1:00-1:55pm EST
12 weeks for $144
Recommended ages: 10-14
small class sizes
developmentally appropriate
expert teachers
fosters interaction with peers
TESTIMONIALS
"I have had my daughter enrolled in the Pre-K/Kindergarten class at Art Play Learn since last Fall. She really loves the time she has to play with other kids her age while also learning and creating. She comes home after each class with art and/or writing projects that she's very proud to show me. Meredith is very sweet and treats the kids very kindly and talks to them with a lot of respect. My daughter looks forward to going back each week!"
"As unschoolers we look to our childrens' interests for inspiration. When our son wanted to learn Japanese in a face-to-face class, I wasn't sure I'd find it. I was so glad to find and speak with Meredith at Art.Play.Learn. I found her both professional and personable. Our son says "she makes class feel like family" and shares that Meredith is "energetic and has a playful way of explaining things that makes class and learning fun".