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Book Club: Word of Mouse by James Patterson

Completed by 1 learner
Ages 9-12
Live Group Class
In this literature class, students will meet once a week to discuss the book Word of Mouse by James Patterson. Your learner will love this book club while strengthening their reading comprehension skills.
Live video meetings
1x per week, 3 weeks
3-9 learners per class
50 min

What's included

3 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Each week students will need to read a few chapters before we meet. The chapters are very short. Read the following before class meets: Week 1: Chapters 1-16 independently before class and together we will read 17-19. Week 2: Chapters 20-37 independently before class and together we will read 38-40. Week 3: Chapters 41-57 independently before class and together we will read 58-epilogue.

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 6
An electric blue mouse, with unusual powers, named Isaiah and his ninety-six brothers and sisters make a dramatic escape from a mysterious laboratory. Word of Mouse by James Patterson is a lovable story of survival, determination, and the power of friendship. 

Together we will enjoy this action packed story while discussing how Isaiah grows as a character, the themes that shape this story, and the meaning of the quotes that start each chapter. This book is rich in vocabulary and a true underdog story. 

Students will be asked to read chapters outside the class and we will read a few together in class. Students will have the opportunity to read aloud if they choose to. 

Read the following before class meets:
Week 1: Chapters 1-16 independently before class and together we will read 17-19.
Week 2: Chapters 20-37 independently before class and together we will read 38-40.
Week 3: Chapters 41-57 independently before class and together we will read 58-epilogue.

Learning Goals

Character development through the events of the story.
How the theme builds and is supported by the story elements.
Exposure to rich vocabulary and how to determine its meaning using clues from the passage.
The meaning of quotes and phrases.
A love for reading and the desire to read even more.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
This book does touch upon some sensitive topics such as animal testing and the mistreatment of animals. Depending on your child's sensitivity, you might want to address these topics and provide context for understanding.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

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Teacher expertise and credentials
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
As a third grade teacher, my class has enjoyed reading this book each year as a class read aloud. We have had great discussions, opportunities to share opinions and experiences, and have genuinely loved this story. This story has helped my students foster a love of reading and the ability to have meaningful discussions that encourage their voices to be heard. 

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