Beyond the Book! Wishtree by Katherine Applegate - Self-Paced
Caryn Azer - Alphabetic Principles
Rising Star
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(122)
Independent reading of Wishtree by Katherine Applegate, with a focus on the theme of kindness and friendship while strengthening comprehension skills.
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 7
“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 Applegate Throughout this class, learners will read the assigned chapters and respond to discussion questions. As students read the...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Poem/Chapters 1 - 11Read and answer questionsWeek 2Lesson 2Chapters 12 - 23Read and answer questionsWeek 3Lesson 3Chapters 24-32Read and answer questionsWeek 4Lesson 4Chapters 31 - 43Read and answer questionsWeek 5Lesson 5Chapters 44 - 51Read and answer questionsWeek 6Lesson 6Final ClassEssay and Wishtree Project due
As students read, they will strengthen comprehension using various strategies, such as visualization, making predictions, making connections, character development, vocabulary. Story themes include, kindness, friendship, and diversity.
My name is Caryn. I’m an early childhood educator. I have Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and my Professional License for teaching pre-school through third grade. I have 27 years experience as an educator. I have taught kindergarten, as well as first and second grades in Public School, with experience working with all age groups. As a classroom teacher, I have been trained in various reading programs and the implementation of many literacy assessments. I am trained in Orton-Gillingham-based instruction and Dyscalculia intervention for all age groups. I also have the Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement.
In 2014, I branched out independently providing individual academic support to students ranging from kindergarten to 6th grade in phonemic awareness, reading comprehension and fluency, writing, and math fluency. I also teach a variety of classes to homeschool students, such as American Girl History, literature, and math classes.
I love that I am able to expand my services and share my classes with Outschool families around the world! I look forward to meeting yo!Homework Offered
Weekly Assignments: Students will be assigned portions of the book to read independently each week, along with assigned short answer questions, and responses. Information, responses, and questions will be posted, in writing, in the classroom. 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.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
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Wishtree by Katherine Applegate
This book touches on immigration and discrimination.
Rising Star
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(122)
Hello! 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...
Self-Paced Class
$10
weekly or $60 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 4 learners
Ages: 9-13
