Animal Adventures Book Club: Exploring English Language Arts in the Wild
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. Students will read the book of the week before class. After class, optional homework is provided.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3
🌟 Join our Animal Adventures Book Club! 🌟 In this exciting and interactive class, we will embark on a journey through the fascinating world of animals while exploring English Language Arts! Each week, students will download and read a different nonfiction book about various animals before class. Our reading materials are designed to spark curiosity and inspire young minds. This class works great for homeschoolers or as a supplement for public school learners! What to Expect: 🔹 Weekly Reading: Each Monday, a new book will be posted for students to read at home. 🔹 Interactive Discussions: In class, we’ll discuss the animals featured in the book, share discoveries, and talk about anything else you know that adds to the topic. Everyone’s contributions are valued! 🔹 Writing Activities: Each week, students will also work on a fun writing activity inspired by the story. These activities will help students improve their writing skills while reflecting on what they’ve learned. 🔹 Optional Activities: At the end of each session, students will receive optional activities to further explore and reinforce what they learned. 🔹 Accessible Materials: Books will be provided in PDF format each Monday. Students can choose to read online or print them out. Dive into the exciting world of animals with us and strengthen your reading and writing skills! We can’t wait to see the amazing things you discover! Reading level: Reading A to Z level Q-T, L651-L770, third grade level. Please note that you do NOT need to get these books yourself. They will be provided in PDF format the Monday before each class. They may be read online or printed off in a traditional book format. Our Reading Plan: Week 1: Animal Discoveries- Week of September 9 Week 2: Animal Groups: Strength in Numbers- Week of September 16 Week 3: Animals Feel Emotions- Week of September 23 Week 4: Awesome Ants- Week of September 30 Week 5: Bears- Week of October 7 Week 6: Bites and Stings- Week of October 14 Week 7: Blue Whales: Giant Mammals- Week of October 21 Week 8: Butterflies and Moths- Week of October 28 Week 9: Camouflage- Week of November 4 Week 10: Condors: Giant Birds- Week of November 11 Week 11: Electric Eels- Week of November 18 Week 12: Elephants: Giant Mammals- Week of November 25 Week 13: Exploring Tide Pools- Week of December 2 Week 14: Extreme Animals- Week of December 9 Week 15: Glow in the Dark Mammals- Week of December 16 Week 16: Goliath Beetles: Giant Insects- Week of December 30 Week 17: Komodo Dragons: Giant Reptiles- Week of January 6 Week 18: Monkey Business- Week of January 13 Week 19: Ostriches: Giant Birds- Week of January 20 Week 20: Penguins- Week of January 27 Week 21: Plight of the Polar Bear- Week of February 3 Week 22: Puffins- Week of February 10 Week 23: Rattlers- Week of February 17 Week 24: Return of the Jaguar- Week of February 24 Week 25: Salmon: A Link in the Food Chain- Week of March 3 Week 26: Sea Turtles- Week of March 10 Week 27: Seahorses- Week of March 17 Week 28: Sharks- Week of March 24 Week 29: Slithery Snakes- Week of March 31 Week 30: The Trouble with Exotic Pets- Week of April 7 Week 31: Weird Bird Beaks- Week of April 14 Week 32: Whale Sharks: Giant Fish- Week of April 21 Week 33: Wildlife Rescue- Week of April 28 Week 34: Woods of Wonder- Week of May 5 Week 35: Zookeeping- Week of May 12
Learning Goals
English Language Arts- Reading Comprehension: Students will develop skills to understand and analyze nonfiction texts, focusing on key details, main ideas, and supporting evidence.
English Language Arts- English Language Arts Skills: Learners will expand their vocabulary, improve sentence structure, and strengthen their ability to discuss and write about informational texts.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners will need a pencil and paper.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
6 teachers have teaching certificates
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Alabama
Master's Degree from University of Southern California
Master's Degree in Education from Wilkes University
3 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree from University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts from University of British Columbia
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of British Columbia
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Kennesaw State University
Wild Prairie Learning is a team of experienced, qualified teachers who are committed to inspiring and educating students in English Language Arts through innovative and engaging methods. We strive to foster a love for learning while nurturing each student's individual potential.
(To see a specific teacher’s bio, please view the About Us section in our profile. https://outschool.com/teachers/Wild-Prairie-Learning?signup=true&usid=dO4UTG5i)
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Live Group Class
$9
weekly1x per week
25 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-9
2-8 learners per class