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Book Club: Nancy Drew #1 The Secret of the Old Clock

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Ages 8-12
Live Group Class
There is a mystery that needs solving! Introduce your student to the clever young sleuth, Nancy Drew, in this fun, informal, four-week book club.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(165 reviews)

Live video meetings
1x per week, 4 weeks
3-8 learners per class
40 min

What's included

4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be required to read the text before class, five short chapters per lesson.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
The Secret of the Old Clock is a classic children's book full of mystery, cleverness, and adventure. In this four-week class, learners will participate in meaningful discussions and engaging activities as we read Carolyn Keene's introductory novel to the iconic character of Nancy Drew. Book clubs are an excellent way to engage reluctant readers or help enthusiastic readers dig a little deeper. Students will need their own copy of the text to complete assigned readings before attending class.

Whether your student has never heard of Nancy or is an enthusiastic fan, this class will be full of fun for all. We will explore the text and it's themes through discussion and a variety of engaging critical thinking activities. Class will be conducted in a casual, book club style with plenty of time for discussion. 

The reading schedule will be as follows:

Lesson 1: chapters 1-5
Discussion and activities will focus on author and setting: How does the time period shape the way Nancy is portrayed in the text?

Lesson 2: chapters 6-10
Focus on character contrast and development: What are literary foils and how does Keene use them? 

Lesson 3: chapters 11-15
Focus on plot and predictions: We will work together to fill out a plot map of what we have read so far and make predictions of the end of the text.

Lesson 4: chapters 16-20 (finish book) 
Focus on themes developed through the story: What is right vs. what is legal.

Learning Goals

Students will sharpen their literacy skills and foster their love of reading!

Other Details

Supply List
A copy of Nancy Drew #1: The Secret of the Old Clock
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined June, 2021
5.0
165reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Western Carolina University
Hi!  My name is Sara Gatilogo.  I graduated from Western Carolina University with a degree in Secondary English Education. I am certified in high school English, middle grades Language Arts, and special education.  I've been an educator for 6 years in a variety of settings.  

Experience:
1 year student teaching with 10th grade honors students
3 years 7th grade Exceptional Children’s Language Arts
3 years ESL online with VIPkid
Almost one year on Outschool and loving every minute of it! 

I am passionate about building authentic positive relationships with my students.  By modeling healthy relationships and creating a safe place for them to flourish, I hope to give my students life skills beyond the content I teach. I create safe, inviting spaces for kids to build relationships with other students, practicing the skills of empathy in the context of a caring community.  

My husband and I have two daughters and two dogs.  I love to read, bake, and knit (but not all at the same time!). I can't wait to see you in class!

Reviews

1 total ratings, 1 with reviews

Adria has been working one-on-one with my 16yo son for a long time. Not... 
Miranda N.on Mar 29, 2023
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