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Book Club: The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster

In this fun 2x week, 40-minute, 4-week novel study with Ms. Pamela we will read The Phantom Tollbooth, conduct discussions, reading comprehension, create several projects and discuss topics such as proverbs, puns and idioms.
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What's included

8 live meetings
5 hrs 20 mins in-class hours
Homework
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 4 - 6
We will be diving into the book THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH by Norton Juster twice a week for four weeks. 
We will keep a vocabulary journal and talk about the story elements of the book such as the characters, the setting, the plot, conflict, and resolution. 
We will be doing activities for these story elements in class as well. 
We will learn a little bit more about the author and answer reading comprehension questions and discuss figurative language.
Learning Goals
Learners will enhance reading comprehension
Learners will build their creativity
Learners will learn critical thinking skills
Learners will learn about puns and idioms
Learners will gain an understanding of foreshadowing
Learners will learn about cause and effect
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Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
8 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
No reading required for first class
 Introductions, then we will go over the reading schedule for the course, talk about story elements, we will learn how to keep a vocabulary journal, talk about what students THINK our book is about, and create a cover for the book based on a summary of the story. Learn a little bit about the author Norton Juster. Talk about being bored and what the students do about it. 
40 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Read Chapters 1 - 2
 Go over our vocabulary journal. Answer reading comprehension questions. We talk about the traits of the characters of the story. We will discuss puns and how they relate to our story. We will talk about foreshadowing. We will come up with alternative lands and how that would affect how Milo would react based on what we know about the story so far. 
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Read Chapters 3 - 5
 Go over our vocabulary journal. Answer reading comprehension questions. We will discuss proverbs and their meanings such as "No man is an island" and "A chain is only as strong as its weakest link." We are going to play a word game - See how many words you can find in the title of the book -THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH. We will create a made-up word for our Word Market. 
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Read Chapters 6 - 8
 Go over our vocabulary journal. Answer reading comprehension questions. We will talk about idioms and discuss Making Mountains out of Molehills, Made Hay While the Sun Shone, Left No Stone Unturned, and Everything Hanging by a Thread. We will play an idiom game. 
40 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
A copy of the book "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster
Paper and something to write with such as colored pencils, pens, markers, or just a pencil.
A notebook to keep a vocabulary journal
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Associate's Degree in Education from College of DuPage
Hello, I am Ms. Pamela! 

If this is your first class on Outschool, ✨Use code MSPAME20 to save $20 on this class!✨


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 35+ 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 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.

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weekly or $80 for 8 classes
2x per week, 4 weeks
40 min

Completed by 28 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
1-6 learners per class

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