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Explore now.Does your child love Pokemon AND making things with their hands? What if they could build their favorite Pokemon out of paper, and learn real crafting skills along the way? In Pokemon Papercraft with Jenny, students follow step-by-step instructions to create detailed paper models of their favorite Pokemon. It's part art, part engineering, and 100% fun for the kid who wants to hold their favorite Pokemon in their actual hands.
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Do you love Pokemon? Want to talk about all things Pokemon while creating your favorite characters? Each week, we will bring a new Pokemon-themed character to life, using only paper, imagination, and a few basic supplies! Get ready to create your very own paper-crafted Pokemon, from favorite characters like Pikachu, Bulbasaur, and Charmander to some lesser known but still awesome Pokemon!
Each week we will create a new character made just from paper. I will provide an easy-to-follow template (even for new crafters); you provide the imagination! I will provide step-by-step instructions that allow every kiddo to make a creation they are proud of by the end of each session. I always take suggestions on what characters we may create next, giving kids the power to speak up and express themselves confidently.
Kids will have the opportunity to share and chat throughout the course, developing connections with other like-minded kiddos who also love Pokemon! At the end of each session, everyone can share what they created if they choose to.
A brand-new paper character each week, step-by-step guidance that is perfect for beginners, a printable template provided before each session, a supportive and creative environment for all skill levels, and time to share and connect with other Pokemon fans.
The printable PDF (provided), construction paper or something to color with (crayons, markers, colored pencils), scissors (grown-up help may be needed!), and glue or a glue stick.
Fun, hands-on crafting; a place to talk about all things Pokemon; building social connections with like-minded peers; boosting fine motor skills and creativity; leaving with something they created and are proud of; and the chance to practice focusing and following instructions.
Finding friends who share their interests can be hard for gifted kids. This club is a weekly hangout where your child connects with peers over something they already love. Parents tell us their kids look forward to this all week and talk about their new friends constantly. That sense of belonging is worth more than any worksheet.
Papercraft builds patience, fine motor skills, and the ability to follow detailed instructions, all while your child is having fun and socializing. There are no grades, no tests, and no pressure. Just creative work, good conversation, and the quiet confidence that comes from making something with their own hands.
YSA is a UC-registered online publisher and WASC-accredited Supplementary Education Center, which means our courses can count toward official college credit requirements. State schools can recognize the courses your student takes here, adding real legitimacy to your homeschooling journey or building on top of your student's existing transcript. That unlocks two ways to enroll: For Credit -- Your student earns official, accredited credit toward their transcript. For-credit students complete weekly assignments that build toward their transcript grade. Outside-of-class work ranges from 1-2 hours per week. Perfect for families who want documentation that reflects what their child is actually capable of -- to show the world how brilliant they are. For Enrichment -- Your student takes the very same course purely for the love of learning. No grades, no outside-of-class work, no credit attached. Just the content, the community, and the growth. Same course. Same mentor. Same experience in class. You choose what fits your family.
If you homeschool, this works seamlessly. If your student attends another school full time, we create a report card and transcript that we share with you, and you share with the school. It is up to your primary school to accept it and add it to your student's official transcript.
Build colorful paper Pokemon creations each week, following step-by-step instructions with room for their own creative touches 
Practice fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, and following multi-step directions through hands-on paper crafting 
Chat about their favorite Pokemon, share their creations, and make friends who love the same things they do 
Build social confidence in a relaxed, welcoming space designed for kids who want to connect through shared interests 
Hi! I love to teach classes that are fun and promote discussion and creativity. In all of my classes I mix critical thinking with out of the box thinking so that the kids learn something brand new! I find the best way to do this is by using books, video games, trivia and other interactive components to keep them engaged and wanting to learn. My passion for critical thought stems from my degree in Philosophy. The integration of pop culture in my classes is rooted in a lifetime of toy collecting, video game playing, and during my time as a staff writer for an online comic book review site. Over the past five years I have created community-based, pop-up craft classes for parents and children that integrate culture and thought, and I am excited about the opportunity to share these types of activities with my students! As a neurodivergent educator, I've poured my heart into creating classes that are inclusive, flexible, and designed to meet a wide range of learning needs. My goal is to help every learner thrive, whether that means adapting lessons on the fly, incorporating favorite interests, or rethinking what “school” can look like. Together, we’ll learn, grow, and have fun while breaking away from outdated ideas of traditional education.
WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING
Parents don't just see happier kids. They see sharper thinking, stronger friendships, and a child who actually wants to log on.
★★★★★
"Ms. Jenny was kind and patient with all her students, She let her students chat and get to know each other all while showing them what they were creating, checking in on each one as they went on to the next step and bringing them back on task."
Molly K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My boys built a papercraft Charizard with Ms. Jenny and set it on the shelf like a trophy. They count down to her course every week and beg to show me each new model."
Jennifer K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"Ms. Jenny was kind and patient with all her students, She let her students chat and get to know each other all while showing them what they were creating, checking in on each one as they went on to the next step and bringing them back on task."
Molly K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My boys built a papercraft Charizard with Ms. Jenny and set it on the shelf like a trophy. They count down to her course every week and beg to show me each new model."
Jennifer K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My daughter is twice-exceptional and rarely finishes projects, but Ms. Jenny breaks each Pokemon build into calm little steps. She has completed every one and lines them up on her desk with pride."
Rebecca K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My son normally rushes through everything, but he slowed right down to get his papercraft Pikachu just right. Ms. Jenny's patience taught him that careful work feels good."
Karen K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My daughter is twice-exceptional and rarely finishes projects, but Ms. Jenny breaks each Pokemon build into calm little steps. She has completed every one and lines them up on her desk with pride."
Rebecca K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My son normally rushes through everything, but he slowed right down to get his papercraft Pikachu just right. Ms. Jenny's patience taught him that careful work feels good."
Karen K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"Ms. Jenny is one of the best teachers on this App. My daughter learned so much so quickly, we’ve taken a few of her classes, and have enjoyed every one of them!"
Holly K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"Lillian could not wait to start the next papercraft build the moment the session ended. Ms. Jenny made folding paper into Pokemon the highlight of her whole week."
Julia K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"Ms. Jenny is one of the best teachers on this App. My daughter learned so much so quickly, we’ve taken a few of her classes, and have enjoyed every one of them!"
Holly K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"Lillian could not wait to start the next papercraft build the moment the session ended. Ms. Jenny made folding paper into Pokemon the highlight of her whole week."
Julia K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"Ms. Jenny was kind and patient with all her students, She let her students chat and get to know each other all while showing them what they were creating, checking in on each one as they went on to the next step and bringing them back on task."
Molly K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My boys built a papercraft Charizard with Ms. Jenny and set it on the shelf like a trophy. They count down to her course every week and beg to show me each new model."
Jennifer K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My daughter is twice-exceptional and rarely finishes projects, but Ms. Jenny breaks each Pokemon build into calm little steps. She has completed every one and lines them up on her desk with pride."
Rebecca K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"My son normally rushes through everything, but he slowed right down to get his papercraft Pikachu just right. Ms. Jenny's patience taught him that careful work feels good."
Karen K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"Ms. Jenny is one of the best teachers on this App. My daughter learned so much so quickly, we’ve taken a few of her classes, and have enjoyed every one of them!"
Holly K.
YSA parent
★★★★★
"Lillian could not wait to start the next papercraft build the moment the session ended. Ms. Jenny made folding paper into Pokemon the highlight of her whole week."
Julia K.
YSA parent
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Yes, and our families are often surprised by how well. Students work on their own projects with live mentor guidance, real-time feedback, and peer collaboration. The camera-optional policy means your child can share their work without the pressure of being on screen. Many of our art students produce portfolio-quality work by the end of the semester.
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Pokémon Papercraft meets once per week for 50 minutes, every week from August through December. Your child joins the same tight-knit group of up to 6 students and the same mentor all semester long. Same friends, same mentor, a new challenge every week.
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