Betsy , Tacy and Tib: A Maud Hart Lovelace Book Club
In this 10 week Book Club we will read the timeless series by Maud Hart Lovelace and discuss the theme of friendship.
Angie Hamilton
Average rating:
2.3
Number of reviews:(6)
What's included
10 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students will read the novels in the series . The first 4 novels should be read each week . The last 2 are longer so chapters will be assigned.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Some books are so wonderfully timeless every generation can enjoy them. This is certainly the case with the Betsy~Tacy books written by Maud Hart Lovelace. The series is focused around it's central character Betsy Ray who loves to write stories and make believe with her friends Tacy and Tib. The series is based on the author's memories of growing up in Minnisota in the early 1900s. She said she wrote the books because " I lived the happiest childhood a child could possibly know" and this joy comes through in her writing. The book club will follow Betsy through her elementary years up until her first days in high school. The books provide a wealth of historical knowledge but the relationships the characters have as they grow and change are what endears readers. This book club will explore how friendships make our lives more rich. We will read and discuss the books and the themes of friendship and being true to yourself. We will also cover character traits and growth over the course of the series. The class is taught in book club format with questions for discussion. Week 1 Read and discuss Betsy~Tacy Week 2 Read and discuss Betsy, Tacy and Tib Week 3 Read and discuss Betsy and Tacy Go Over the Big Hill Week 4 Read and discuss Betsy and Tacy Go Downtown Week 5 Read and Discuss Heavens to Betsy (chapters assigned) Week 6 Continue Heavens to Betsy (chapters assigned) Week 7 Continue Heavens to Betsy (chapters assigned) Week 8 Read and discuss Betsy In Spite of Herself (Chapters assigned) Week 9 Read and discuss Betsy In Spite of Herself (Chapters assigned) Week 10 Read and discuss Betsy In Spite of Herself (Chapters assigned)
Learning Goals
Students will improve reading comprehension skills.
Learners will explore character traits and growth over time as they read the series.
Students will discuss themes such as friendship, honesty and being true to yourself.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need copies of the book. I recommend getting The Betsy-Tacy Treasury which contains the first 4 novels and Heavens to Betsy and Betsy In Spite of Herself together. Both are available on Amazon.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
2.3
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi, my name is Miss Angie! I am a teacher of 20+ years. I follow a Charlotte- Mason/Waldorf inspired teaching philosophy and love teaching poetry, literature and handcrafts such as cross stich, embroidery, sewing and crochet. I am also passionate about tea and poetry tea times for a variety of age groups. I love allowing young minds to explore their creativity and believe in hands on/student led education.I believe in music and art as foundations for learning.
I have a BA in Speech and Drama with a minor in English and have taught music and theatre in addition to Language Arts , history and elementary school.
I'm also a mom of two fantastic daughters. The other love of my life is an adorable little Pomklee named Hunter.
I am very excited to share an exciting learning journey with you and your kids!Reviews
Live Group Class
$210
for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-9 learners per class
