Book Club: Beverly, Right Here by Kate DiCamillo
In this 5-week book club, learners will read and discuss Beverly, Right Here by Kate DiCamillo! This will be a fun book club for your learner and a great way to strengthen their reading comprehension skills.
Tristan - Book Clubs/Reading Comprehension
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(403)
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Reading Schedule: (Please do not read ahead of our schedule so that we can all enjoy the story together.) Prior to our first meeting read chapters 1-7 Prior to our second meeting read chapters 8-14 and answer journal question #1. Prior to our third meeting read chapters 15-21 and answer journal question #2. Prior to our fourth meeting read chapters 22-28 and answer journal question #3. Prior to our fifth meeting read chapters 29-36 and answer journal question #4. **A PDF file of journal discussion questions will be attached to the classroom after our first meeting. Please print or use a separate sheet of paper to write your answers down. We will share our answers during class.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 7
In this book club, learners will read and discuss, "Beverly, Right Here" by Kate DiCamillo, the third book in the Raymie Nightingale series. Learners will read the book outside of class following the schedule listed below. **This series consists of three books: "Raymie Nightingale" (book #1), "Louisiana's Way Home" (book #2), and "Beverly, Right Here" (book #3). While readers are not required to follow a specific order, reading them sequentially can enhance the overall enjoyment of the series. Each session will be interactive, with teacher-led, in-depth discussions and engaging activities based on the assigned chapters. This environment encourages learners to ask questions, make connections, and share their thoughts, allowing for a deeper exploration of the story's themes and characters while gaining valuable insights from others' perspectives. In our first meeting, we will have a teacher-led discussion focusing on chapters 1-7. Before the next session, learners will be assigned chapters 8-14 to read and will have to answer journal question #1. In our second meeting, we will have a teacher-led discussion focusing on chapters 8-14. Afterward, learners will read chapters 15-21 for homework and answer journal question #2 before the following session. In our third meeting, we will have a teacher-led discussion focusing on chapters 15-2. Learners will then read chapters 22-28 and answer journal question #3 as homework before the next session. In our fourth meeting, we will have a teacher-led discussion focusing on chapters 22-28. The homework will be to read chapters 29-36 and answer journal question #4 before our final session. In our fifth meeting, we will have a teacher-led discussion focusing on chapters 29-36. **These chapters are quick page-turners, keeping learners engaged and eager to continue reading. This book club is an excellent opportunity for your child to sharpen their reading comprehension skills, gain insights from others’ perspectives, and have a fun time reading an unforgettable story.
Learning Goals
Engage in learning dialogues with the teacher and peers.
Predict story events.
Search the text to select appropriate information when answering questions.
Practice using story clues and prior knowledge (schema) to make inferences about the story.
Practice using context clues to discover the meaning of unknown words.
Describe characters in a story (e.g., their traits, motivations, or feelings).
Make connections
Explore themes
Engage in critical discussion of shared texts.
Read for the sheer joy of it, learning to value one another as readers and learners.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
"Beverly, Right Here" continues the captivating story of characters from "Raymie Nightingale." The setting is in the South during 1979, and the book follows the journey of 14-year-old Beverly Tapinski, who experiences deep sadness and loneliness after the loss of her beloved dog, Buddy. Her mother's preoccupations leave Beverly feeling alone, pushing her to hitch a ride with her cousin to a small seaside town.
This book explores sensitive themes, including abandonment, bullying, grief, and sadness. Smoking and drinking are also mentioned. However, it also highlights impactful acts of kindness, the process of learning to trust, and the significance of unexpected connections that lead to the formation of an unusual yet supportive little family.
Despite the challenges the character faces, the story ultimately emphasizes the importance of friendship, kindness, belonging, and trust. It showcases the resilience to prevail against the bullies of the world. Parental guidance is recommended to help ensure that the book's content is suitable for your child.
Supply List
Learners will need a copy of the book, "Beverly, Right Here" by Kate DiCamillo. Ideas for finding the book include Amazon, Walmart, Target, libraries, audio, or used book stores. All other materials will be provided in the Outschool classroom. **A PDF file of journal discussion questions will be attached to the classroom after our first meeting. Please print or use a separate sheet of paper to write your answers down. We will share our answers with the group during our sessions.
Language of Instruction
English
Joined April, 2020
5.0
403reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Harding University
Kate DiCamillo is one of my favorite authors. When I taught in the classroom, I always used Kate DiCamillo’s books to read aloud to my students because she does a great job of helping readers to learn important life lessons and think deeply. I also have a Master's in Reading, and it is my goal to help your child think deeper about the texts that they read. It would be my pleasure to share this amazing reading adventure with your child.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
1-6 learners per class
