What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. To support your child’s learning at home, I will provide optional arts and crafts activities for each letter we explore in the **A+ Readers Alphabet Club**. These activities are designed to reinforce the letter and sound learned during class while giving your child a fun, hands-on way to practice at home. You’ll receive a variety of project ideas, and you can choose the ones that best fit your child’s interests and your family’s schedule. While these activities are optional, they offer a wonderful opportunity to engage with your child and further their literacy development in a creative and enjoyable way.Progress Report
To keep you updated on your child’s progress in the A+ Readers Alphabet Club, I will release a Progress Report after every 10 lessons. This ongoing report will highlight your child’s achievements, strengths, and areas for further growth, ensuring you stay informed throughout their literacy journey.Certificate of Completion
We are excited to celebrate your child’s progress in the **A+ Readers Alphabet Club**! After completing lessons for the 26 letters of the alphabet, your child will receive a special **Certificate of Completion** to recognize their hard work and growth in early literacy. This milestone is a wonderful way to boost their confidence and celebrate their learning journey. We look forward to sharing this achievement with you and your child!Class Experience
US Grade Preschool - Kindergarten
Beginner Level
A+ Readers Alphabet Club: Where Early Literacy Begins! Join the A+ Readers Alphabet Club, a fun and engaging program designed for preschoolers aged 3 to 5! In this interactive journey, your child will explore the magical world of books, letters, and sounds through creative activities that spark a lifelong love for reading. What We Offer: ✅ Captivating Storytime: Every session features award-winning or highly engaging picture books that bring colorful characters and adventures to life. Storytime helps your child develop a love for reading while expanding their imagination. ✅ Letter and Sound Exploration: Through songs, chants, and hands-on activities, your child will be introduced to the letters of the alphabet and their sounds, building the essential foundation for reading success. ✅ Guided Reading: Your child will have the opportunity to read along with repetitive texts, helping them recognize familiar words and phrases while boosting vocabulary and confidence as they begin to read independently. ✅ Homework: Creative Arts and Crafts: Your child’s creativity will soar as they work on fun, themed projects that reinforce the day’s lesson. From creating letter-themed crafts to playful art projects, we encourage hands-on learning that strengthens fine motor skills. For each lesson, I will recommend options for you to choose from to do at home with your child. Session Structure: 😊 Circle Time Welcome and Warm-Up (10 minutes) 📚 Story Time (5 minutes) 🔤 Letter of the Day (5 minutes) 📖 Guided Reading (5 minutes) 👋 Closing Circle Recap (5 minutes) UPCOMING THEMES: Week of October 7: Letter Jj - Jump! Week of October 14: Letter Mm - Whose Mouse Week of October 21: Letter Bb - Scare a Bear Week of October 28: Letter Tt - Toys The **A+ Readers Alphabet Club** offers a perfect balance of instruction, creativity, and fun, giving your child the skills and confidence to become an enthusiastic reader.
Learning Goals
Letter Recognition: Children will be able to identify the letters of the alphabet introduced.
Letter-Sound Correspondence: Students will learn to associate each letter with its corresponding sound, an essential skill for phonemic awareness.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parent assistance will be needed for suggested Arts and Crafts home activities, which will be optional. Children will need help with using scissors and glue.
Supply List
These are OPTIONAL but recommended: 1. Montessori Movable Letters, like this one: https://a.co/d/hgtm5GV or Magnetic letters such as this: https://a.co/d/aZ4X4Kb 2. Double-sided dry-erase whiteboard with lines for penmanship on one side, like this: https://a.co/d/iYNVHYT 3. Dry erase markers and whiteboard eraser
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Doctoral Degree in Education from University of Cincinnati
Master's Degree in Education from University of the Philippines
Hello! I’m thrilled to be your child’s teacher this year. With 30 years of experience in education, I have a deep passion for helping young learners thrive. I hold a bachelor’s degree in elementary education, a master’s degree in reading education, and a doctoral degree in curriculum and instruction. Throughout my career, I’ve had the joy of teaching everything from preschool to postgraduate courses, and I specialize in working with students with dyslexia. I can’t wait to see your child grow, learn, and shine this year!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-5
1-6 learners per class