Book Club With a Variety of Chapter Books 8-12 Year Olds
Sit down and read a "Just Right" book with friends!
Cassie Roth
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(353)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. During each week students will be asked to read 2-3 chapters on their own outside of class and fill in their comprehension journal. This will keep them on the same pace as each other and ready to start for the next class. This also promotes accountability and responsibility for their own reading! Students will read in class out loud with each other and complete comprehension questions in class. Outside work will be expected to be completed before our next reading! All books must be purchased to participate fully! Students will keep track of their thinking during each chapter in their own Readers Journal for each book in the book club series. Each meeting will have activities that coincide with each chapter that we read together. During each week students will be asked to read 2-3 chapters on their own outside of class and fill in their comprehension journal. This will keep them on the same pace as each other and ready to start for the next class. This also promotes accountability and responsibility for their own reading! Students will read in class out loud with each other and complete comprehension questions in class. Outside work will be expected to be completed before our next reading session. I am open to adding any book suggestions! :) *Start Date: September 12 (You will need the book to participate in class and outside of class) EACH book is approximately 6 weeks long I will post the end dates and tentative start dates for next books as we go along...books are subject to change base off of learners interest too :) Book 1: The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell By: Chris Colfer Book 2: The City of Ember Book 2: The People of Sparks By: Jeanne Duprau Book 3: Wish By: Barbara O'Connor Book 4: Restart By: Gordon Korman Book 5: Percy Jackson: the Lightning Thief By: Rick RiordanClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
~Together we will promote a love for literature and a positive attitude towards reading~ Together in class student(s) and teacher will read 1 to 2 chapters together (depending on time) and the student(s) 2-3 chapters assigned before the next class for homework. During our book club students will experience the student-centered model of literacy (employing the Gradual Release of Responsibility); I do, You do, We do Together we will invite natural discussions that lead to student inquiry and critical thinking Joining a book club Provides choice and encourages responsibility Students will keep track of their thinking during each chapter in their own Readers Journal for each book in the book club series. Each meeting will have activities that coincide with each chapter that we read together. During each week students will be asked to read 2-3 chapters on their own outside of class and fill in their comprehension journal. This will keep them on the same pace as each other and ready to start for the next class. This also promotes accountability and responsibility for their own reading! Students will read in class out loud with each other and complete comprehension questions in class. Outside work will be expected to be completed before our next reading session. I am open to adding any book suggestions! :) *Start Date: August 15 (You will need the book to participate in class and outside of class) EACH book is approximately 6 weeks long I will post the end dates and tentative start dates for next books as we go along...books are subject to change base off of learners interest too :) Please note: Stories will be vetted and chosen to ensure compliance with outschool policies. Book 1: The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell By: Chris Colfer Book 2: The City of Ember By: Jeanne Duprau Book 3: Wish By: Barbara O'Connor Book 4: Restart By: Gordon Korman Book 5: Percy Jackson: the Lightning Thief By: Rick Riordan
Learning Goals
Promote a love for literature and a positive attitude towards reading
Read with a purpose
Conversational skills to enhance our learning by sharing our ideas from what we read
Dive into the text to discover meaning into what the author is saying.
Other Details
Learning Needs
all inclusive class
Supply List
Pencils, coloring utensils Print out the provided comprehension journal Purchased copy of the book we are reading to fully participate in class reading, homework, and discussions.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
5.0
353reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hello! My name is Teacher Cassie. I am very excited to meet and teach your child! :) I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education and a background in Education Technology. I have 19 years of teaching experience in 4 different states, ELA Literacy Coach and ESL certified. I'm a very energetic teacher and I love making kids excited about learning. Some passions in my life are my 3 beautiful sons, teaching children, and reading. My goal with Outschool is to keep learning engaging, fun, and meaningful. See you in the classroom, Let the Learning Begin! :)Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-15 learners per class
