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Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate Dicamillo: Book Club & Novel Study
Danna Rodebush | Southern Schoolhouse
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Students will read & discuss Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo in this book club & novel study flex class. They will have opportunities to participate in group discussions & projects while building reading comprehension & vocabulary.
Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
Welcome to Book Club! 👋 📘Over the next 6 weeks, students will be reading, discussing, & interacting with the novel "Because of Winn-Dixie" by Kate DiCamillo. Students will need to have their own copy of the book (hard copy, digital, or audio). There is a link to purchase the book on Amazon in the welcome packet that you will receive upon enrolling in the book club. ________________________________________________ All reading will be completed independently by the student. This can be in...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Chapters 1-4: Story Elements, Predictions & Author StudyWeek 2Lesson 2Chapters 5-8: VisualizingWeek 3Lesson 3Chapters 9-14: Making ConnectionsWeek 4Lesson 4Chapters 15-18: Making InferencesWeek 5Lesson 5Chapters 19-22: Questioning StrategiesWeek 6Lesson 6Chapters 23-26: Summarizing
- Students will develop (or expand) a love for reading as they build reading comprehension skills & strategies, participate in discussions, & complete engaging book projects.
I am a licensed teacher for grades K-8 in the state of Arkansas, and hold my M.A.T. (Master of Arts in Teaching) from UCA (University of Central Arkansas). I have 7 years of classroom experience teaching 5th grade.
2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Students will be required to follow the provided Reading & Vocabulary Guide each week by reading the assigned chapters, completing the accompanying activities, and responding to discussion in the online classroom. Students will have an optional book project choice board each week.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Students will complete weekly comprehension activities and a comprehension quiz at the end of the book to assess learning.
2 files available upon enrollment✅Students will need to have their own copy of the book (hard copy, digital, or audio). There is a link to purchase the book on Amazon in the welcome packet that you will receive upon enrolling in the book club. ✅All discussion materials (both print & digital formats) will be provided by the teacher. I recommend keeping a reading folder or binder to house all vocabulary & comprehension activities, but this is certainly not a requirement.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Book: Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
Joined June, 2023
5.0
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi there! 👋My name is Mrs. Rodebush and I am the founder of Southern Schoolhouse! I am a licensed teacher for grades K-8 in the state of Arkansas. 💡My mission is to provide elementary students with engaging opportunities that will help them to...
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Self-Paced Class
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weekly or $15 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
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Ages: 8-13
