Book Club: Frindle by: Andrew Clements
In this 40 minute, fun and engaging four-week novel study with Ms. Pamela, we will explore vocabulary words, reading comprehension, story elements, and more through games and other activities using the book of Frindle.
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What's included
4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Reading the required segments assigned. Please do not read ahead so we are all on the same page in our discussions and we can enjoy the book together as a group. If you do choose to read ahead, please do not share additional information with the class until we get to that part of the book.Assessment
Questions will be asked during each class to be sure children know what happened in our story during the reading the week prior.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
In this teacher-led, 40-minute class over four weeks, we will explore the story of Frindle by Andrew Clements. We will discuss study questions for reading comprehension, learn new vocabulary words, discuss story elements, and other literary terms. Common Sense Media states... "Parents need to know that Andrew Clements' Frindle is an irreverent story with lively writing and amusing illustrations that all add up to a nearly perfect book for grade schoolers. Nick's cleverness and the way he tests authority figures are highly entertaining and might inspire children to explore language creatively. Nick makes it his goal to eat up class time and avoid the "work" of school, so he may seem to be disrespectful to his teacher. But he learns a lot from their battle of wills, and so will readers."
Learning Goals
Learners will gain a better understanding of the story elements of a story
Learners will be asked to discuss the story and how it relates to the themes of the book
Learners will enhance reading comprehension and build creativity by inventing a new wordLearners will use their critical thinking to think about Mrs. Granger's role in the book
Learners will increase their vocabulary through vocabulary words
Learners will increase their reading comprehension by answering questions about the story
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
NO reading is required for our first class
We will talk about keeping a vocabulary journal, we will create a new word. What does the word represent? What makes it special? Any fun features? We will draw a picture of our new word and write a brief description of it. We will share what we have created. We will learn a little bit about the author. We will talk a little about story elements and the realistic genre. We will talk a little bit about the point of view. 40 mins online live lesson
2 assignments
Lesson 2:
We will read chapters 1 - 5 before class
We will go over our vocabulary journals. We will go over study questions for the chapters we have read. We will be playing a "What's the Definition? game. We will discuss the character traits of the protagonist and other characters in the book we have read so far. Is Nick a student that most teachers would want to have in their class? What parts of his personality make him a positive part of a class, and what parts of his personality make him troublesome? 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
We will read chapters 6 - 11 before class
We will go over our vocabulary journals. We will go over study questions for the chapters we have read. We will talk about the history of the dictionary and how words get into it. What is your favorite word, and why? What about this word makes it just right to be your favorite word--show how the word relates to things you care about, your personality, or your beliefs about the world. We will write a paragraph about our favorite word. We will talk about irony in the book. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
We will read chapters 12 - 15 before class
We will go over vocabulary journals. We will do study questions. We will talk about the themes of the book. We will do a crossword puzzle. We will talk about how times have changed and how social media might influence things or how things would have changed if around when he came up with this word. Talk about Mrs. Granger and her effect on what happened in the story. Mrs. Granger's letter changes the way the reader sees her and changes the way the reader understands certain parts of the story. 40 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
A copy of the book "Frindle" by Andrew Clements Paper and something to write with such as colored pencils, markers, pencils, pens, etc.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Associate's Degree in Education from College of DuPage
Hello, I am Ms. Pamela!
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A Bit About Me:
I am passionate about learning and have been privileged to engage with over 900 learners from 25 countries since teaching my first class on Outschool in 2020. My classes span a range of ages and subjects, with a focus on full curriculum semester classes for preschool through third grade. I offer many craft classes, often by request, and I am always up for teaching a book club as I am an avid reader. I am always working on more too!
My Background:
With 40 years of teaching experience, I've held various roles, including Montessori teacher, private early elementary teacher, center director, preschool owner, homeschool co-op leader, and private tutor in math, writing, and early reading skills. In my previous position, I taught the Handwriting Without Tears curriculum and I have incorporated many of the basic ideas into my personalized curriculum.
We homeschooled our daughter from preschool to eighth grade. I have run a homeschool co-op, a preschool program, an early learning center, and scouting groups. I have an educational background in Early Childhood Education and American Sign Language.
My Teaching Style:
I believe that learning needs to be fun, and listening is just as important as talking and teaching. I am not one to mute a learner unless necessary but I will encourage raising hands and taking turns during our games and discussions for all ages. I prioritize active participation and mutual respect.
Something Fun:
Crafting is a lifelong passion of mine, encompassing quilting, sewing, crocheting, knitting, painting, and jewelry making. I'm delighted to share my expertise through crafting classes on Outschool, and I'm always open to requests for new or existing classes.
Communication:
I strive to be responsive to emails, typically replying within a day. My teaching hours are from 8 am to 6 pm CST, during which I also attend to administrative tasks.
Missed Classes, Cancellations, Refunds:
I pride myself on being punctual and ready for class. We do live in Tornado Alley and take storms seriously since being hit by a tornado last March 2023. I try to warn ahead of time if possible. I will reimburse you for technical issues on my side or offer a single transfer for one-time classes if needed. I will teach only one or two students. Some of my best classes have happened with only one or two learners. It can make for great in-depth discussions!
I cannot wait to meet your child.Reviews
Live Group Course
$10
weekly1x per week, 4 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-10
1-6 learners per class
