Grade – Upper Elementary
Level - Intermediate Reading/Conversation Skills
Reading longer articles / magazines / short chapter books
Month 2 Issues
Episodes 1-2 – Tales of the West
Episodes 3-4 – Disaster
Level 3 is for upper elementary school students who are reading longer magazine articles or are starting to read chapter books. The subjects and vocabulary are more mature, suitable for this age range. The focus is on the harder words and phrases that we know many Taiwanese students may not be familiar with at this age. The pace is quicker, and these interesting stories and themes open up the conversation even more. We also welcome Jr. high students to join for some great conversation and fun practice.
Month 2 -Issue 1
Tales of the West
Episode 1
Articles
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Contents Page – Types of Articles
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Welcome to Tales of the West – Introduction Page
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It’s Junior Rodeo Time – Photo Essay
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Covered Wagons – Nonfiction
Vocabulary
35 Words
Tale故事, West 美國西部, Photo Essay專題攝影, Covered Wagons 有篷的馬車, Scary Story 恐怖故事, Lumberjack 伐木工人, Carve 雕刻, Hail 冰雹, Stretch The Truth 誇大事實, Whopper大謊言, Junior Rodeo 少年牛仔競技表演, Whoop 吶喊, Holler 叫喊, Contest 比賽, Buckaroo 牛仔(俚語), Ride A Steer 騎馬, Bucking Beast 暴衝難馴的猛獸, Barrel Race 繞桶比賽, Tumble 翻滾, Give Chase開始追逐, Breakaway Calf Roping 用套索套住逃脫的小牛, Lasso 用套索捕捉(牛,馬等), Mutton Riding 騎綿羊, Bareback Event 不用馬鞍的騎乘活動, Saddle 鞍, Bronco 野馬, Bronco Busting 馴馬, Tame 馴服 Covered Wagons 有篷大馬車, Pioneers 先鋒, Trail 小徑, Prairie 草原, Sea Of Grass 草海, Canvas Tops 帆布車蓋, Prairie Schooner 大草原縱帆船(指：草原篷車)
Episode 2
Articles
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Whoppers Stretch the Truth – Tall Tales
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The Diary of Clare Brown – Diary
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Campfire Chorus – Group Play
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Gather Round the Campfire – Poem
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Puzzle it Out – Compound Word Puzzles
Vocabulary
37Words
Tall Tales 荒唐的故事, Diary 日記, Play 戲劇/話劇, Exaggerate 誇大, Stretch The Truth 誇大事實, Rugged Worker 粗曠的工人, Outdo The Other 超越對方, Logging Camps 伐木營, Leave His Mark 留下標記, Great Lakes 五大湖, Keelboat Captain 龍骨船長, Shore 岸邊, Overflow 溢出, Cyclone 龍卷風, Squeeze 擠壓, Twister 龍卷風, Carve Out 雕刻出, Grand Canyon 大峽谷, Slave 奴隸, Freedom自由, Worn Out 疲憊不堪的, Slavery 奴隸制, Chorus 合唱, Settle 定居, Chinese Railroad Worker 鐵路工人, Stranger 陌生人, Cattle 牛, Panic 恐慌, Stampede 亂竄狂奔, Have It Rough 過得很艱辛, Pick & Shovel 鋤頭和鏟子, Blasting Powder 爆炸火藥, Antelope 羚羊, Discouraging Word 令人洩氣的話, Strum A Banjo 彈奏班鳩琴, Weave A Tale 編織故事, Glint 閃爍
Month 2 - Issue 2
Disaster
Episode 1
Articles
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Contents Page – Types of Articles
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Welcome to Disaster – Introduction Page
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Nature’s Fury – Photo Essay
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A Storm to Remember – Realistic Fiction
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Puzzle it Out – Synonyms
Vocabulary
27 Words
Disaster 災難, Strike 侵襲, Earthquakes地震, React應對, Nature’s Fury 大自然的反撲, Natural 自然的, Destructive Events 破壞性事件, Volcano 火山, Tornado 龍捲風, Tsunami 海嘯, Magma 岩漿, Lava 熔岩, Ash 灰燼, Whirling Funnel Cloud 旋轉龍捲雲, Plow Through 撞過, Splinter 碎片/裂成碎片, Fierce 凶猛的, Damage 損害, Huge Sections 巨大的部分, Pressure 壓力, Warning Systems 預警系統, Hurricane Warning 颶風警報, Shutters 百葉窗, Storm Cellar 防風窖, Silence 寧靜, Eye of The Storm 風暴之眼/颶風中心, The Storm Raged 風暴肆虐, Terrible 糟糕的
Episode 2
Articles
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Train Wreck – Radio Play
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On the Way to School – Comic Strip
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Rusty to the Rescue – News Feature
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Don’t Let Disasters Get You Down – Poem
Vocabulary
32 Words
Narrator 旁白, Program 節目, Tracks 軌道, Screeching 尖叫著, Warn Them 警示他們, Railroad 鐵路系統, Dash Into The Doorway 衝進門道, As Fast As Lightning 快如閃電, Flow 流動, Made A Hiss 發出嘶嘶聲, Search And Rescue Team 搜救專對, Respond To Disasters 應對災害, Buried Under Rubble 被埋在瓦礫下, Animal Shelter 動物收容所, Abandon 拋棄, His Future Was Uncertain 他的未來是渺茫的, Trained 訓練(過去式), High Spirits 熱情, Bravery 勇氣, Devoted To 奉獻給, Eager To Please 渴望討好, Survivor 生還者, Ruins 廢墟, Shift 輪班工作時間, Weary 疲倦的, Keep His Spirits High 振作精神, Victim 受難者, Alert 使警覺, Reward 獎賞, Get You Down 讓你沮喪, Oversleep 睡過頭, Terrible 糟糕的
Making English Fun!
🔍 What is The Science Behind YouTube?
Dr. Sparks and the S Team are diving into the science behind YouTube! Together, we'll explore some of the most popular kid-friendly YouTube stars, Our goal is to motivate kids to experiment, be creative, and train critical thinking skills in English using something they already love, YouTube!
Dr. Sparks Camps are premium English STEAM camps led by a team of experienced foreign teachers. Junior scientists get daily take-home items, multiple in-class science experiments, and hands-on activities designed to inspire them. If your kids are eager to develop their English thinking and problem-solving skills, Dr. Sparks Camps are the perfect next step. Presented by Sparkle and Shine Taiwan.
What Will Your Kids Experience?
The Science Behind YouTube
Discover the science behind some of the most popular viral videos and channels, and then put that knowledge to the test by recreating the experiments.
Meet the Stars
We'll introduce your kids to an incredible lineup of educational, entertaining, and age-appropriate YouTube creators. Your kids will explore their videos and fill their YouTube feed with enriching and high-quality content that inspires learning and creativity.
Data Collection & Analysis
Apply your math skills to analyze the YouTube stats and data behind growing the biggest YouTube channels.
Digital Safety & Health
We'll cover the "psychology and dangers of YouTube", including how blue light affects sleep, how screen time impacts posture, and the risks of "3C addiction", using "science-based arguments" your kids might actually listen to.
STEAM Activities Inspired
by YouTube Stars
Mr Beast
Explore the math, engineering, and philanthropy behind the world's most popular YouTube star.
Mark Rober
Dive into the world of engineering with a former NASA and Apple engineer turned YouTube star, who brought us videos like The Squirrel Olympics and The World's Largest Elephant Toothpaste.
Dude Perfect
Learn the physics and science behind the perfect bottle flip, inspired by the masters of trick shots!
Zach King
Understand the art and the science of green screen as we recreate some of the greatest YouTube illusions inspired by the King of Illusions.
Trevor Rainbolt (GeoGuessr)
Master world geography as teams work together to identify and locate famous locations around the globe.
The Slow Mo Guys
See the world differently with amazing slow-motion footage, exploring the science and physics behind everything from bursting water balloons to epic crashes and splashes.
ASMR/Foley Art
Discover the science of sound as we identify ASMR sounds, create our own **sound effects**, and learn to make movie sound effects using foley art.
Oddly Satisfying Fridge Organization
Students work together in groups to test their organizational skills to perfectly layout a candy drawer and stock a refrigerator, building classification and communication skills.
2-DAY CAMP PRICE
Regular Price
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2-day Camp - $7,990 (Including material fees, lunch, and snacks)
💫Early Bird Price Until 12/15💫
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2-day Camp - $6,590 (SAVE $1,400)
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Group 3+ students - $6,290 (SAVE $1,700)
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Group 10+ students - Contact us
(Including material fees, lunch, and snacks)
2025 Winter Camp
Location & Dates
AGES
LEVEL 1
GRADES 1-3
LEVEL 2
GRADES 3-6
The themes for both levels are the same. Here is how the 2 levels are different.
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Level 1 will have some of the more difficult parts of the experiments prepared for them.
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Level 1 will use a bit more Chinese to help with key words and concepts that students may not be familiar with.
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Level 2 will challenge kids more with intricate parts of the experiments that require better fine motor skills.
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Level 2 will talk about the scientific concepts in more detail. There will be more open questions, conversations, and opportunity for discussions.
Students in grade 3 are welcome to choose which level is more suitable for them. For students less comfortable in an English environment, stick to level 1. Students who are comfortable using English can come up to level 2.
Daily Schedule
Drop of Time - 8:30～9:00
Camp Time - 9:00～12:00, 1:30～4:30
Lunch Break - 12:00～1:30
Pick Up Time - 4:30～5:30
(late pick-up must be prearranged. Fees may apply)
