Beyond the Book! Wishtree by Katherine Applegate
Small group and independent reading of Wishtree by Katherine Applegate, with a focus on the theme of kindness and friendship while strengthening comprehension skills.
Caryn Azer • Alphabetic Principles Practitioner
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(135)
What's included
7 live meetings
4 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Wish Tree by Katherine Appelgate “Red is an oak tree who is many rings old. Red is the neighborhood "wishtree"―people write their wishes on pieces of cloth and tie them to Red's branches. Along with a crow named Bongo and other animals who seek refuge in Red's hollows, this wishtree watches over the neighborhood. You might say Red has seen it all. Until a new family moves in.” ~Katherine Appelgate Throughout this class, we will read together, as well as independently read assigned chapters for homework. During each session, students will follow along, read aloud, and participate in discussions related to homework and in-class readings. As we read, we will strengthen comprehension using various strategies, such as visualization, making predictions, making connections, character development, vocabulary, and problems/solutions that arise as we read. We will play various virtual games to build confidence, teamwork, and comprehension. These games may include: Stick Man, Pictionary, Think-Pair-Share, 20 Questions. Weekly Homework: Students will be assigned a portion of the book to read independently each week, along with assigned short answer questions/journal writing. Final Activity/Project: Students will write a paragraph focusing on the theme of kindness and friendship while making connections. Students will also create a Wishtree of their own. Students will be assessed on their understanding of Wishtree through their in-class responses and written homework assignments.
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to strengthen comprehension using various strategies, such as visualization, making predictions, making connections, character development, vocabulary, and problems/solutions that arise as we read.
Learners will be able to build teamwork and social skills.
Learners will be able to develop or further develop oral language skills.
Other Details
Supply List
Wishtree by Katherine Applegate Journal/notebook Materials to create a Wishtree
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2018
4.8
135reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Massachusetts Amherst
Alphabetic Principles
Foundations for Success
Let's build your child's foundation together!
As an Orton-Gillingham instructor, I know the importance of learning ways to increase fluency in spelling and reading with multisyllabic words. I have been working with children of various abilities and ages using what I have learned about the science of reading."
"As an avid reader, I understand the magic of stories. 'Reading is a passport to countless adventures.'" ~Mary Pope Osborne (Magic Tree House Book Series).
My name is Caryn. I have nearly 30 years experience as an educator. I studied Sociology and Early Childhood Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and earned my teaching license from Framingham State University. Throughout my career I have gained experience teaching a variety of age groups, (pre-school-high school), individually, small group, and as a classroom teacher.
As an educator, I worked with students with a variety of abilities and disabilities, including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, language disorders, and English Language Learners. I provided individualized instruction, for students of all ages, in an acute care psychiatric facility. During my time in the classroom, I had a variety of training on the Science of Reading, different reading programs, and the implementation of various literacy assessments. I was hired as a math liaison to coordinate math curriculum, assessments, and school programs for students and teachers in kindergarten through 3rd grade. I also have the Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement.
In 2014, I started Alphabetic Principles to provide individual academic support to students ranging from kindergarten through high school, in phonemic awareness, reading comprehension and fluency, writing, and math fluency. I received extensive training in Orton-Gillingham and Dyscalculia interventions for all age groups. I have provided support for students who receive speech and language therapy in a private practice, and also worked with other educators to administer initial language and math assessments. I have also developed classes and curriculum for small groups of homeschoolers.
* Provide 1:1 and small group instruction for students based on parent/guardian feedback and informal assessments.
* Instruction is based on the Science of Reading and Math.
* Provide services for students with dyslexia, or other spelling, reading, language disorders. English language learners. Students with dyscalculia.
* Classes are:
- Structured
- Sequential
- Incremental
- Cumulative
- Flexible
- Multi-sensory
- Language-Based
- Individualized
Services:
* Informal Assessment
* Orton-Gillingham Based Instruction
* Reading Comprehension
* Visualizing and Verbalizing
* Dyscalculia Intervention
* Kindergarten Readiness
* 1:1 individualized classes
* Students of all ages.
I look forward to meeting you!
CarynReviews
Live Group Class
$70
for 7 classes1x per week, 7 weeks
40 min
Completed by 14 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-11
2-8 learners per class
