Classes that I offer

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Learning with Structure, Heart, and a Little Bit of Fun

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Every class at Mrs. Emily Teaches is designed to help children build skills, confidence, and curiosity — whether they’re reading their first chapter book, exploring history hands-on, or discovering how math connects to real life.

With small-group settings, individualized attention, and creative lessons, students learn in ways that make sense to them. Parents can rest easy knowing their child is growing both academically and emotionally — one class at a time.

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Reading Groups

Helping hesitant readers become confident learners

My reading groups help children grow from hesitant readers into confident, fluent ones. With a balance of phonics review, guided reading, and engaging stories, students strengthen comprehension, build vocabulary, and discover the joy of reading—all in a supportive small-group setting.

Available Groups:

  • Emerging Readers: Reading through “The Bad Guys” books — Mondays at 12 PM Alaska / 1 PM Pacific

  • Intermediate Readers: Reading through “The Secret Garden — Mondays at 8 AM Alaska / 9 AM Pacific

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Math Detectives

Crack the code to math confidence

In Math Detectives, students investigate challenging math problems with curiosity and creativity. Through hands-on activities, puzzles, and real-world scenarios, they learn to think critically, explain their reasoning, and strengthen essential math skills in a fun, encouraging way.
We use games for fact review and focus on a new math skill each month.

Schedule:
Wednesdays at 8 AM Alaska / 9 AM Pacific

Now through the summer will be focusing on Fractions!

When Math Homework Feels Hard

If math time has become frustrating, tense, or full of tears, you’re not alone.

This free guide will help you understand what’s really happening when your child gets stuck — and how to respond in a way that protects their confidence and keeps learning positive.

Small shifts can make a meaningful difference.

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Etiquette for Kids

Confidence, kindness, and good manners that last a lifetime

Good manners never go out of style! This delightful in-person class teaches everyday etiquette — from polite conversation and table manners to kindness and respect. Students practice real-world scenarios in a fun, confidence-building environment that prepares them to shine wherever they go.

Schedule:

In Person Only — Fairbanks, Fridays at 11:30 AM

Topics Covered:

  • October — First Impressions & Everyday Manners

  • November — Meal Etiquette
    Class will take a break in December.

Note: Class offered on request, please contact for more info.

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Your Child Thrive?

Whether your child needs focused one-on-one support or loves learning in a small-group setting, there’s a class designed to help them grow in skill, confidence, and joy.
At Mrs. Emily Teaches, learning isn’t just about the lesson — it’s about believing “I can do this.”

Not sure which class fits best? I’m happy to help you find the right starting point for your child’s goals and learning style