Beyond the Pages π Summer Book Club & Literature Circle - 3rd, 4th, 5th Grades
LOOKING TO TRADE SCREENS FOR PAGES IN A BOOK?π Join us where stories come to life, and fluency and confidence in reading will SOAR! In class, we read and discuss a variety of literature genres designed to level up academic reading scores.
Brooke Nowlin, M. Ed. & Bachelor's in Education
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(116)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Intermediate - Advanced Level
This unique book club will cover ONE BOOK πPER MONTH in an in-depth study to include: β reading aloud together ROUND-ROBIN STYLE β some assigned homework reading β engaging discussions to include all of the literary elements from within the books. Our goal is to read and thoroughly explore, dissect, analyze and discuss one complete book every month, diving into: β deep discussions β reflections β comprehension exercises. Whether youβre looking to BOOST READING SKILLS, begin to explore NEW GENRES, or simply enjoy RICH LITERATURE with others, this book club offers the perfect opportunity to engage, learn, and grow as a reader. Sign up today and take your reading experience to the next level πͺπΌwith other lifelong readers, make literary friends, and cultivate a love for reading and learning! READING CALENDAR FOR 2025: JUNE: The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare JULY: Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson AUGUST: Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder
Learning Goals
Our goal is to read and thoroughly explore, dissect, analyze and discuss one complete book every month, diving into deep discussions, reflections, and comprehension exercises.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Each novel is chosen with the age-group of our students in mind. However, parents should read or be very familiar with the book of the month. Your enrollment of your student into the class signifies your approval of the material being read for that month. Of course, please reach out to me personally with any questions or concerns about the literature we cover.
Supply List
Learner will need to secure their own copy of the book in print or digital form that we are reading each month. Books chosen will be readily available for free at most libraries.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.9
116reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Southwest Baptist University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Missouri - St. Louis
WELCOME to The Nowlin Academy with Mrs. Brooke Nowlin at Outschool, where the focus is on building student confidence in both reading and speaking for a foundation of lifelong learning, and getting an academic boost from an early educational jumpstart π¦! My READING & CRITICAL THINKING FOCUSED PROGRAM is designed to teach your learner how to THINK π§ when reading, which is the KEY ποΈto confidence AND being able to speak boldy and express their thoughts which cultivates a love for learning and sparks academic success for a lifetime.
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βοΈ ESA and CHARTER FUNDS accepted in my classes! π΅
I am ESL & Special Education CERTIFIED so all learners are welcome!
βοΈ I hold a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with specialization in Special Education (K-12) w/ Learning Disabilities. I am a certified TESOL teacher for speakers of other languages.
βοΈ I have a Master's Degree in Educational Administration as well. I bring over 8 years of π₯οΈonline teaching experience to my platform with Outschool as an online teacher! I am a homeschooling mother of 7 kids who lives in eastern Kansas π» who loves cats, frogs and spending time in our pool!
βοΈ My classes are NEWLY REVISED in 2025 and are designed to focus on developing strong πͺ and confident learners with outstanding academic & reading foundations π and strong speaking skills π€for lifelong educational and occupational success.
βοΈ Each class is kept small in size and is intentionally designed to be highly INTERACTIVE and very encouraging for the online learner.
βοΈ My classes and materials align completely with the Common Core State Standards for English and Language Arts to prepare students for all they need to know in any school settingπ«: private, public and/or homeschool.
βοΈ In EVERY class, my goal is to make each learner feel like aπ΅ MILLION BUCKSπ²for every effort and contribution that a student makes in my class! I strongly believe that THE WAY A LEARNER FEELS is just as important as the academic results they attain.
βοΈ WHAT YOU CAN BE CONFIDENT YOU WILL RECEIVE IN MY CLASS:
π warm, encouraging coaching for the designated time period
π a student who personally feels noticed, appreciated and confident interacting in class
π skilled instruction that covers the content in the description
π an optional practice homework sheet with answer key provided.
π prompt communication responses from teacher (within 24 hours, often sooner)
π regular monthly written or video feedback with personalized progress concerning your student
βοΈ As a 20-Year Veteran Homeschool Teacher and mom, I HIGHLY VALUE THE SOCIALIZATION PIECE π€ that needs to be a vital part of any homeschool or remote learning experience.
βοΈ Teaching is my passion and calling, as I have taught in many forums: public school, Christian school βοΈ, homeschoolπ , special education, ESL learning, and in onlineπ¨πΌβπ» education as well. As a home-educator of over 18 years, I taught all 7 of my children how to read with fluency starting at 4 years old and homeschooled them from preschool into college!
βοΈ The last 25 years of my life have been spent teaching children of all ages in a wide variety of subject areas. I believe that we are always learning, and that learning needs to be engaging with the goal of retaining as much knowledge as we can while growing in our ability to apply new information to our daily lives.
βοΈ I bring lots of energy and enthusiasm to the classroom, and specialize in encouraging individual critical thinking skills AND HIGH LEVELS OF CONFIDENCE πͺπΌ, which just means your student will love engaging with me!
βοΈ The pillar of my teaching is definitely my upbeat environment and the positive encouragement. Your student will feel confident and supported in all of my classes no matter what skill level he or she is currently working at. I invite you to delve into my public reviews to see how parents have shared their students' experiences in my classroom.
I look forward to meeting NEW students in my classes very soon!
Mrs. Brooke NowlinReviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week, 4 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
2-8 learners per class
